7 Stunning Historical Chess Sets

Seven historical chess sets stand as testaments to artistry and cultural heritage. From the Lewis Chessmen to Staunton’s iconic design, these masterpieces crafted in ivory, coral, or wood remain treasured artifacts. Today, they reside in national museums and collections, preserving...

Tags: chess history, Chess Pieces Posted by: Sukanya Mukherjee

The Complete Guide to King Chess Piece Sizes

Every chess piece serves a function but the king rules them. He moves one square, never jumps, and always decides the game’s end. This piece looks at his history, design, and deep influence on chess — from medieval monarch to...

Tags: Chess Pieces, Chess sets, King Chess Piece Posted by: Sukanya Mukherjee

Chess Piece Names: Where Do They Come From?

The unique characters of chess pieces are so familiar that we often don’t even question where they come from. However, every piece was once known by a different name and has had different characters spanning centuries and cultures.

Tags: chess history, Chess Pieces, Chess sets Posted by: Shawn Bennett

The Ultimate Guide to The Rook Chess Piece

Rook chess isn’t a power grab. It’s a quiet wait for the right moment. This isn’t a tutorial. It’s a story — about elephants, berserkers, boats, endgames, and one piece that went from forgotten corner ornament to battlefield closer. You’ll...

Tags: Chess Pieces, Chess rook, Rook Chess Posted by: Sukanya Mukherjee

Our Complete Guide to Chess Piece Sizes

Discover how chess piece sizes influence gameplay and design. Learn about proportionality, board compatibility, and specialty options like travel or novelty sets. Follow FIDE and USCF standards for serious play or explore decorative sets for fun. Enhance your chess experience...

Tags: Chess Pieces, Chess sets Posted by: Sukanya Mukherjee

The Lewis Chess Pieces Everything You Need To Know

The Isle of Lewis Chess Pieces are shrouded in mystery. On the one hand, there is plenty of speculation about their origins and who exactly found them. However, we do know a lot about these iconic pieces of history; here...

Tags: Chess Pieces, Lewis Chessmen Posted by: Sukanya Mukherjee

What to Look for When Buying a Wooden Chess Set

almost every chess player will have wooden chess set at one time or another. So what should you look for in your next wooden chess set.

Tags: chess set, wood chess pieces, wood chess set Posted by: alexanderwalton

Are Ivory Chess Sets Legal?

Are Ivory chess pieces illegal. they are definitely unethical, so find out where you stand legally with Ivory chess pieces.

Tags: Bone chess pieces, Chess sets, Ivory Posted by: alexanderwalton