Archers Chess Set in Brass & Nickel - 3.75" King Review

This beautiful brass and nickel chess set from Manopoulos is based on the Greek and Roman cultures and their military conquests. The pawns are represented by row of archers from which this chess set has its name. Chess pieces are hand-cast in solid zinc and then brass and nickel plated. Chess pieces are then lacquered to keep the lustrous finish from ever tarnishing. This chess set is also available in complete chess set package includes the Manopoulos chess board and wood case for storage.

Chess Set Specifications:

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Material: Brass Nickel Plated Cast Zinc (lacquered coated to prevent tarnishing)
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King Height: 3.75" (9.7cm)
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King Base: 1 3/16"
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Chess Set Weight: 7 Lbs.
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Pieces come packaged in plastic tray with formed compartments for each piece.
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Replacement card is provided in case chess pieces are ever lost.
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Does Not Include Chess Board

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Minggu, 17 April 2011

Romans Brass & Nickel Chess Set & Board Package (small) with Blue Board

Romans Brass & Nickel Chess Set & Board Package (small) with Blue Board Review

This gorgeous little chess set package from Manopoulos includes the Small Romans Chess Set, Brass and Blue Chess Board, and an attractive wood chess case that holds the pieces and board. Pieces are solid cast zinc that are brass and nickel plated. Pieces are bright and lustrous and have a lacquer finish to prevent them from ever tarnishing. The chess board is covered in brass with squares that have raised edges. The frame and black squares are painted a beautiful multi-color blue. The wood case is distressed to replicate an old, antique case.

The king and queen are represented by Caesar and Caesar's queen. The bishop is a Centurion and the knight a Roman Cavalry soldier. The rook is represented by a Roman column that was prevalent in the architecture during this period. The pawn is a Roman legionary. This chess set based on the history of the Roman military will look spectacular in your home or office.

Chess Set Specifications:

Chess Board:

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Material: Zinc, Brass Nickel Plated (lacquered coated to prevent tarnishing)
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King Height: 2.125"
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King Base: .7"
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Replacement card is provided in case chess pieces are ever lost.

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Chess Board Material: Brass Brass Over Wood
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Finish: Multi-color Blue Paint (dark squares) Lacquered to Prevent Tarnishing
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Square Size: 1"
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Overall Dimensions: 11" Square x 1" Tall

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Kamis, 19 Mei 2011