Staunton Chess Sets

"Howard Staunton (April 1810 - June 22 1874) was an English chess master and unofficial World Chess Champion. His name is remembered most today for the style of chess figures he endorsed, the Staunton pattern of chess pieces. In 1849, a chess set designed by Nathaniel Cook was registered, and manufacturing rights obtained by his brother John Jaques. Staunton advertised the new set in his chess column in the Illustrated London News. Each set was sold with a pamphlet written by Staunton, and Staunton received a royalty on each set sold. The design was very attractive, became popular, and Staunton men have become the standard set for both professional and amateur chess players ever since."

Metal Staunton Chess Set with Grey/Ivory Briar Glossy Veneer Board
Price: $229.95

Sheesham German Knight Chess Set with Walnut/Maple Board
Price: $44.95

Boxwood Staunton Chess Set with Madrona Burl Glossy Board

Price: $219.95

Black/Red Boxwood Staunton Chess Set with Glossy Briar Board
Price: $149.95

Rosewood Classic Style with Dark Rosewood/Maple Board

Price: $149.95

Rosewood Lotus Staunton Chess Set

Price: $399.95

Laughing Knight Sheesham Chess Set with Hazelnut/Maple Board
Price: $189.95

Splendid Staunton Ebony Chess Set

Price: $329.95

Rosewood / Boxwood Lotus Chess Set

Price: $249.95