Zagreb 1959 Candidates Chess Pieces
3.9″ Russian Zagreb '59 Chess Pieces – Double Weighted Ebony & Boxwood – Tournament Staunton Set (34 Pieces, Extra Queens)
We are delighted to offer you the legendary 1959 Zagreb chess tournament design - handcrafted reproduction of the famous chess pieces, made from genuine ebony wood and boxwood. This set is ideal for tournament play, collectors, and serious enthusiasts. They are double weighted for perfect balance and includes extra queens for a pawn promotion.
Inspired by the design of the 1959 Zagreb chess tournament, this Staunton styled set brings historical character and elegant craftsmanship together.
Specifications:
- King Height: 3.9″ (approx. 99 mm)
- Wood Type: Ebony (dark), Boxwood (light)
- Weighting: 2.9 lbs (1,35 kg in total)
- Finish: Hand-polished, felted base
- Pieces: 34 total (32 + 2 extra queens)
- Style: Staunton / Russian Zagreb 1959 Reproduction
- Ideal board size: 1.97" to 2.16" (50 mm to 55 mm)
| Chessmen Dimensions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Height | Base | |
| King | 3.9" (99mm) | 1.7" (43mm) |
| Queen | 3.5" (89mm) | 1.6" (41mm) |
| Bishop | 3.1" (78mm) | 1.4" (36mm) |
| Knight | 2.8" (71mm) | 1.4" (36mm) |
| Rook | 2.2" (57mm) | 1.4" (37mm) |
| Pawn | 2.0" (50mm) | 1.2" (30mm) |
Why You’ll Love It:
It is a perfect choice of the chess pieces to complete your tournament chess set with a classic Soviet-era style with historical accuracy.
Add this iconic set to your cart and own a piece of chess history with the legendary Russian Zagreb '59 design.
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