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The House of Staunton, in conjunction with the legendary Mechanics Institute Chess Club, is proud to offer the Mechanics Institute Series Chess set. It features a 4.25" King with a 1.875"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 rich French Polish finish. These Chessmen are an exact reproduction of the Chessmen that were produced by the Mechanics Institute in 1916 for a simultaneous exhibition by World Champion GM Jose Raul Capablanca, as shown below. This very unique pattern of Chessmen is as playable as it is durable. Here's your chance to own a piece of Chess history!

As with all of our Chess sets, the Classic 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 which has become the hallmark of a House of Staunton chess set. 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. They come housed in a custom-made Green Leatherette Chessbox that features the House of Staunton and Mechanics Institute names on the outer lid. The box can be seen in the images above.

The Mechanics Institute Commemorative Chess Set 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.

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.

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.

The Boxwood Chessmen are shown in image above.

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

Specifications
Material Used	Wood (Hand Carved)
King Height	4.25" (10.79 cm)
King Base Diameter	1.875" (4.72 cm)
Total Set Weight (For the standard 32 pieces and does not include the 2 Additional Queens)	64 ounces (1.818 kg)
Total Number of Pieces (Includes 2 Additional Queens)	34
Recommended Board Size	2.375" - 2.5"

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Note: All prices in US Dollars

African Palisander and Curly Maple Signature Contemporary II Chessboard - 2.5'' SquaresHandcrafted in the United States, we are proud to offer the African Palisander / Curly Maple Signature Contemporary II Chessboard for your consideration. It features African Palisander (dark) and Curly Maple (light) squares with an Genuine Ebony delimiter, Curly Maple inlay and a stylized African Palisander frame. It features 2.5" squares (63mm) and would be ideal for any 4.0" or 4.4" Chess Set.

Beige DGT XL Digital Chess ClockThe DGT XL Digital Clock sets a new standard in Digital Excellence. It is the ultimate clock, one that is user-friendly, attractive and offers all of the features that chess enthusiasts demand.

Maple and Mahogany Folding Wooden Tournament ChessboardCrafted in Europe, the Maple & Mahogany Folding Wooden Tournament Chessboard features Mahogany (dark) and Maple (light) squares with a Maple frame.

Red DGT XL Digital Chess ClockThe DGT XL Digital Clock sets a new standard in Digital Excellence. It is the ultimate clock, one that is user-friendly, attractive and offers all of the features that chess enthusiasts demand.

Rosewood and Bird's Eye Maple Standard Traditional ChessboardCrafted in Spain, the House of Staunton Standard Traditional Rosewood / Bird's Eye Maple Wooden Chessboard features Rosewood (dark) and Bird's Eye Maple (light) squares with a Mahogany frame.

The Classic Series Chess Set - 3.0 inch KingAn exceptionally well-crafted set of wooden Chessmen at a very reasonable price, The Classic Series Chessmen is designed to replace the low quality Chess sets that plague the market and offers a high-quality wooden Chessmen at a reasonable price!

The Classic Series Chess Set - 3.5 inch KingAn exceptionally well-crafted set of wooden Chessmen at a very reasonable price, The Classic Series Chessmen is designed to replace the low quality Chess sets that plague the market and offers a high-quality wooden Chessmen at a reasonable price!

The Classic Series Chess Set - 3.75 inch KingAn exceptionally well-crafted set of wooden Chessmen at a very reasonable price, The Classic Series Chessmen is designed to replace the low quality Chess sets that plague the market and offers a high-quality wooden Chessmen at a reasonable price!

The Club Series Chess Set & Board CombinationOur Club Series Chessmen with our Mahogany Wooden Tournament Chessboard with 2.25" Squares and Black Slide Top Box.

The Frank Camaratta Signature Series Chess SetThe Finest Staunton Pattern Chess Set Ever Produced! The Frank Camaratta Signature Series Chessmen is a true Staunton pattern masterpiece design by the Maestro himself!

The Grandmaster Series Chess Set - 4.0 inch KingAn exceptionally well-crafted set of wooden Chessmen at an unbelievable price, The Grandmaster Series Chessmen is designed to replace the low quality Chess sets that plague the market and offers a high-quality wooden Chessmen at a reasonable price!

The Liberty Series Chess Set - 4.0 inch KingAn exceptionally well-crafted set of wooden Chessmen at a very reasonable price, The Liberty Series Chessmen feature a very robust design with thick collars and no delicate frills to chip or break during hard usage, making them the perfect choice for players who want a set of wooden Chessmen that they can use, and abuse!

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