The Zagreb '59 Series Chess Set - 3.875 inch King

Deluxe Chess Sets is proud to offer the Zagreb '59 Series Chess set. A full tournament-sized Chess set, it features a 3.875" King with a 1.75"diameter base. The Chess pieces are hand carved by our master artisans and crafted out of the highest grade woods. The Chess pieces are heavily weighted with luxurious billiard cloth base pads and a beautiful finish. The design of the Zagreb '59 Chess set is an adaptation of the most popular Chess set used at major international Chess tournaments throughout the 1950s and 1960s, most notably the World Championship Candidates Match that was held in Bied, Zagreb in 1959. The House of Staunton has taken several minor improvements to the design of the Chess set, including the ability to replace the ball finial (cross) atop the King with the more recognizable Formeé cross to conform to modern Western tournament praxis. The Chess set comes with both styles of King finials (crosses) that are easily removable, allowing its owner to option to change between both styles. The Chess set has been designed to withstand years of use (and abuse), as it lacks many of the ornate details commonly found on Chess Sets that can be susceptible to damage in the heat of battle. For example, the Chess set features reinforced Pawn collars, stylized Knights and minimal Queen crenellations for unmatched durability. The Zagreb '59 Series Chess set is ideal for those that are interested in both the historical importance of the game of Chess, as well as those looking for an attractive Chess set that is both economical and durable.

As with all of our Chess sets, the Zagreb '59 Series Chessmen exemplifies a perfect combination of distinct beauty and functionality. It has been designed to withstand the rigors of practical play while maintaining an elegance. The design, quality and craftsmanship of this set is UNMATCHED by any set of Chessmen in its price range. Nothing even comes close! The Chessmen are new and each set consists of 34 Chessmen, including four Queens.

The Zagreb '59 Series Chess Set - 3.875 inch King is available in the following woods:

Natural Boxwood and Golden Rosewood - WOOD DESCRIPTION: Golden Rosewood is the ideal choice for those looking for a Wooden Chess set that is durable yet affordable, one that will provide many years of use at a price that anyone can afford. Golden Rosewood is characterized by its attractive yet unique color, which can be best described as orangish-brown with aggressive grain patterns.

Ebonized Boxwood - WOOD DESCRIPTION: Also known as faux Ebony, Ebonized Boxwood is created when Boxwood is treated with a specialized stain to create the look of Ebony. When done properly, it can be difficult to distinguish between an ebonized and ebony piece when brand new. It is perfect for those who want the classical look of a Genuine Ebony Chess set at an affordable price.

Black and Natural Lacquered - WOOD DESCRIPTION: To create Black and Natural Lacquered Chessmen, Boxwood pieces are painted with black lacquer or clear-coat Lacquer and then hand-rubbed with fine pumice stone. The result is a hard, durable water-resistant finish which has a very high gloss.

Black & Ivory Lacquered - WOOD DESCRIPTION: To create Black and Ivory Lacquered Chessmen, Boxwood pieces are painted with black lacquer or ivory Lacquer and then hand-rubbed with fine pumice stone. The result is a hard, durable water-resistant finish which has a very high gloss.

Red & Natural Lacquered - WOOD DESCRIPTION: To create Red and Natural Lacquered Chessmen, Boxwood pieces are painted with red lacquer or clear-coat Lacquer and then hand-rubbed with fine pumice stone. The result is a hard, durable water-resistant finish which has a very high gloss.

Red and Ivory Lacquered - WOOD DESCRIPTION: To create Red and Ivory Lacquered Chessmen, Boxwood pieces are painted with red lacquer or ivory Lacquer and then hand-rubbed with fine pumice stone. The result is a hard, durable water-resistant finish which has a very high gloss.

(OUT-OF-STOCK) Natural Boxwood and Rosewood - WOOD DESCRIPTION: With its dark brown color and aggressive grain patterns, Rosewood is the perfect choice for those that truly appreciate the natural beauty of wood. While most Chess sets are made from woods that have uniform coloring and minimal grain, Rosewood stands in stark contrast with its striking color variations and aggressive grain.

Rosewood and Natural Lacquered - WOOD DESCRIPTION: To truly accentuate the beauty of Boxwood and Rosewood, a high-gloss lacquer finish has been applied that brings the natural, rich colors and aggresive grain patterns of these fine woods to life. Our master craftsmen handselect each piece of Boxwood and Rosewood used to insure maximum visual impact. If you are interested in the natural beauty of Wood but would like something a bit different than the norm, Rosewood and Natural Lacquered is the ideal selection for you.

Natural Boxwood and Genuine Ebony - WOOD DESCRIPTION: The most famous of the ornamental woods, Genuine Ebony is a luxurious hardwood that is a prized for its jet black color, very fine grain and overall beauty. Genuine Ebony is considered to be the quintessential Chess set by Chess collectors that appreciate the purity of the White army versus the Black army on the 64-square battlefield.

Natural Boxwood and Blood Rosewood - WOOD DESCRIPTION: 'Beautiful', 'Exotic' and 'Striking' are just a few of the adjectives that Chess collectors use to describe Blood Rosewood. The rarest and most expensive of the hardwoods, it is characterized by its striking dark red color and subtle grain patterns. Its color is often compared to that of red wine and it is truly our most luxurious wood.

Note: The Boxwood Chessmen are shown in image above. The Chessboard/s shown in this listing are for photographic purposes only and are not included with the purchase of these Chessmen.