{"product_id":"the-reykjavik-ii-series-prestige-chess-set-box-board-combination","title":"The Reykjavik II Series Prestige Chess Set, Box \u0026 Board Combination **Pre-Order**","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Reykjavik II Series Prestige Chess Set, Box \u0026amp; Board Combination **PRE-ORDER**\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reykjavik II Series Prestige Chess Set is an exact reproduction of the chessmen used in the legendary 1972 World Chess Championship between Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky - one of the most celebrated matches in the history of the game. Hand carved by master artisans from Genuine Ebony and Blood Rosewood, the two most premium woods used by the House of Staunton, these pieces deliver a level of beauty and craftsmanship that is virtually unmatched at any price point. This complete combination includes the full Prestige chessmen set, a stunning Elm Burl and Bird's Eye Maple chessboard, and a Premium Chess Box - everything you need to display and play in style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike ornately detailed sets that are prone to damage during play, the Reykjavik II design was deliberately built for durability, featuring reinforced Pawn collars and oversized Rook ramparts that hold up under the rigors of competitive use. Each set ships with an individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity, hand signed and numbered by House of Staunton founder Frank A. Camaratta Jr., as well as a custom engraved brass Original Manufacturer's Plaque - making this not just a chess set, but a genuine collector's piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exact reproduction of the chessmen used in the 1972 World Chess Championship between Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky in Reykjavik, Iceland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrestige Wood Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted from Genuine Ebony and Blood Rosewood - the two most expensive woods used by the House of Staunton - hand selected for perfect contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTournament King Height - 3.75\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Full tournament-sized King with a 1.625\" diameter base, weighted with luxurious billiard cloth base pads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Carved by Master Artisans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece individually carved and finished to exacting standards for a flawless, elegant result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features reinforced Pawn collars and oversized Rook ramparts for unmatched strength during active play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34 Chessmen Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set includes 34 pieces with four Queens total (two extra for Pawn promotion) - a House of Staunton standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Elm Burl \/ Bird's Eye Maple Chessboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22.5\" x 22.5\" veneered board with 2.25\" squares, satin finish, moulded edge, and 0.5\" thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Chess Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green billiard cloth-lined storage box with brass quadrant hinges, lock and key, and optional House of Staunton laser-etched logo on the lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity \u0026amp; Brass Plaque:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individually numbered and hand signed by Frank A. Camaratta Jr., plus an engraved brass manufacturer's plaque with production details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e26% Savings vs. MSRP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchasing as a combination set delivers significant savings over buying each component separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips free! Please email us at service@omahasportsandgames.com for a delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 Reykjavik II Prestige Chessmen (Genuine Ebony and Blood Rosewood), including 4 Queens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperior Traditional Elm Burl \/ Bird's Eye Maple Chessboard (22.5\" x 22.5\", 2.25\" squares)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Chess Box (green billiard cloth lined, brass hinges, lock and key)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually Numbered Certificate of Authenticity (hand signed and numbered by Frank A. Camaratta Jr.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Manufacturer's Brass Plaque (engraved production details)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Manufacturer's Paper Production Label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew chess sets carry the historical weight and collector prestige of the Reykjavik II Series - this is the set that immortalized Bobby Fischer's legendary Cold War victory, and now you can own an exact reproduction of those very chessmen. The House of Staunton has spent decades earning its reputation as the world's premier chess set manufacturer, and the Prestige Collection represents the absolute pinnacle of that legacy. Blood Rosewood and Genuine Ebony are the finest materials available, and the result is a set that draws admiring looks whether it's mid-game on the board or at rest in its premium storage box. Every set is individually authenticated and signed by the Maestro himself, giving collectors and serious players alike a truly meaningful piece to treasure. Whether you're a dedicated over-the-board player, a passionate chess historian, or someone seeking the ultimate gift for the chess enthusiast in your life, this combination delivers on every level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKing Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75\" (9.53 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKing Base Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.625\" (4.13 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase Pad Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilliard Cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSquare Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.25\" (5.7 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedian Set Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46 oz (1.30 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Chessmen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34 pieces, including 2 extra Queens for Pawn promotion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Footprint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5\" x 22.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin finish with moulded edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Woods\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElm Burl (dark) and Bird's Eye Maple (light), Elm Burl frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChess Box Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5\" x 7.4\" x 4.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChess Box Lining\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen billiard cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChess Box Hardware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass quadrant hinges, lock and key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Bag Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\" chess board carrying bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePiece Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine Ebony and Blood Rosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/HOSOrderForm2027_9f45340b-ba00-4d3c-943d-d65e9dca0ae0.pdf?v=1784837035\" title=\"Printable Order Form\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePrintable Order Form\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the Reykjavik II design historically significant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe Reykjavik II Series is an exact reproduction of the chessmen used during the 1972 World Chess Championship in Reykjavik, Iceland - the match where Bobby Fischer defeated Boris Spassky 12.5 to 8.5 in what many consider the most dramatic and widely followed chess match in history. The original pieces were produced by the legendary firm Jaques of London. Owning this reproduction is as close as you can get to playing with a genuine piece of chess history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat wood options are available for the chessmen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThis Prestige Collection combination features chessmen crafted from Genuine Ebony (dark pieces) and Blood Rosewood (light pieces) - the two most expensive and premium woods used by the House of Staunton. Each Blood Rosewood turning square is hand selected for ideal color and grain contrast with the Ebony pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I choose a different chess box finish?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes - the Premium Chess Box is available in a variety of wood finishes, including Mahogany, Red Burl, Brazilian Rosewood, Bubinga Burl, Elm Burl, Golden Heart, Macassar Ebony, Black Finish, Bird's Eye Maple, Maple Burl, and Amboyna Burl. Most finishes are included at no extra charge, while a few premium finishes carry a small additional fee. All options feature the House of Staunton logo laser etched on the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this set suitable for tournament play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eAbsolutely. The Reykjavik II Series is a full tournament-sized chess set with a 3.75\" King height and 2.25\" board squares - both standard for competitive and club play. The pieces are heavily weighted with billiard cloth base pads for stability, and the durable design with reinforced Pawn collars and oversized Rook ramparts is built to handle regular, serious use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is included with the Certificate of Authenticity?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eEach set comes with an individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity hand signed and hand numbered by House of Staunton founder Frank A. Camaratta Jr. Additionally, you'll receive an original manufacturer's paper label with the production number (with adhesive backing for affixing to the box), and a custom engraved brass Original Manufacturer's Plaque detailing the production specifics of your individual set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a carrying bag included, and what size is recommended?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eA carrying bag is not included by default but can be added at checkout. The recommended size for this board is a 24\" chess board carrying bag. Both a Standard and Deluxe 24\" x 24\" bag option are available as add-ons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The House of Staunton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55419595424049,"sku":"FS2COMBO2","price":789.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/spu65BWo5ete09QjNy6ROv6SkJdXT3j-jFsRrqR1Qco.jpg?v=1784837039","url":"https:\/\/omahasportsandgames.com\/products\/the-reykjavik-ii-series-prestige-chess-set-box-board-combination","provider":"Omaha Sports \u0026 Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}