The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces - 3.5" King

About The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces

A museum-inspired reproduction, The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces bring the legendary medieval hoard to your table in a playable, display-worthy format. If you’re looking to buy The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces or comparing The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces for sale, this set captures the story and stature that made the originals famous.

Detailed Description The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces

Based on John Tenniel–era popularity and the famous finds now split between London and Edinburgh, each sculpted man evokes Norse-Celtic character and presence on the board. For fans assembling an isle of lewis chess set or browsing a faithful lewis chess set, the proportions read clearly on tournament 2.25″ squares and feel substantial in hand.

The narrative behind the pieces adds to their charm: discovered on Scotland’s Isle of Lewis in the 19th century, the cache became a touchstone of chess history and even appeared on screen in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. As an homage to the isle of lewis chess set original, this edition keeps the iconic, stoic forms while tailoring sizing for modern boards.

What’s included

• 32 themed chess pieces (board not included)
  

• Scaled for 2.25″ (5.7 cm) squares for optimal clarity
  
  

Specifications The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces

Shipping Information The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces

We pack and hand off orders within two business days. Depending on the location, international delivery usually takes 10 business days to arrive. A tracking link is provided after dispatch. Customs duties/VAT (if applicable) are paid by the recipient; if a parcel returns due to unpaid charges, the return freight may be deducted from the refund.

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Exchanges and returns can be made within 14 days of delivery. Unused items must be returned with their original packing and tags. Return shipping is paid by the customer. For EU customers, a prepaid return label may be provided; its cost will be deducted from the refund. Refunds take 1-2 business days to process once they are received, and banks typically finish posting within 1-3 business days.

Keep the chessboard dry at all times, and avoid any form of exposure to water.

Water damages the board.

Keep the board away from extreme temperatures,humidity, an air conditioner, and a fan.

Humidity makes your board expand and contract.

Keep the chessboard away from direct sunlight or harsh artificial light to avoid damages.

If the chessboard gets scratched,clean the smudges with a little damp piece of fabric.

If the chessboard feels sticky, wipe with a piece of cloth.

Dust regularly using a dry, soft piece of fabric.

Use beeswax or 3M polish once a monthfor the shine of the board as the boards have HV melamine lacquer coating on them.

Keep chess pieces away from humidity and heat.

It can cause cracking, discolouration, and warping of chess pieces.

Do not use 3M polish for chessmen.

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INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

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