1950's Soviet Latvian Chess Pieces are modeled after one of the favorite Latvian designs of Soviet Grandmaster Mikhail Tal.
The pieces have a unique and slender design which is aesthetically pleasing in their elegance. Wide Bases and sleek tops consistent in king ,queen and bishop make it a fresh change from the traditional staunton design.
Knights are unusually large with their manes only on one side. The pieces have been double weighted using a combination of iron and lead studs to improve there playablility on the chess board.
No wonder, this is one of the most popular designs of the soviet era !
Fact: The popularity of this design increased massively after it featured in the popular TV Series- The Queen's Gambit.
| Chessmen Dimensions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Height | Base | |
| King | 4.0" (102mm) | 1.7" (44mm) |
| Queen | 3.3" (84mm) | 1.6" (41mm) |
| Bishop | 3.0" (76mm) | 1.5" (38mm) |
| Knight | 2.7" (68mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Rook | 2.3" (58mm) | 1.5" (38mm) |
| Pawn | 1.8" (46mm) | 1.3" (33mm) |
| Wood Combination | Golden Rosewood / Boxwood |
|---|---|
| Dark Chess Pieces | Golden Rosewood |
| Light Chess Pieces | Boxwood |
| Recommended Square Size | 2.16" to 2.36" (55 mm to 60 mm) |
| Total Weight Of Chess Pieces | 2.5 lbs (1140 grams) |
| Contains |
|---|
| 34 Chess pieces |
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6 months guarantee against manufacturing defects (cracking or warping) for Chess Boards, Wooden Storage Boxes and Travel Chess Sets
