Celebrate the cradle of western civilization, the birthplace of democracy and the Olympic Games with the classic Greek Chess Set! Sculpted to resemble pieces of ancient Greek history. Whether a fan of ancient Greece or a huge chess buff, the Greek Chess Set is the perfect gift! This set is sure to become a treasured heirloom and a family tradition!
Features:
- Light Grey and Natural Board
- Polystone Chessmen
- 3 1/4" King
- 19" Board with 2" Squares
- Includes 32 Chessmen
Chess is a game of skill, and intrigue and full-out war. What better way to play it than with the ancient Greeks? Each chessman in this wooden 19 inch chess set depicts a part of ancient Greek culture. The pieces are sculpted to resemble famous statues, like 3 ¼ inch The Thinking Man as the King. Classic Greek architecture is exhibited in the pillar (rook). The whole set maintains a classic look and feel, from the materials it’s made from to the colors. This classic themed chess set would make a beautiful addition to any home.
Did You Know: Chess in Ancient Greece
Though no one knows exactly where the game of chess was invented, a few scholars assert that the game as begun, or at least enjoyed by the ancient Greeks and Romans. One popular legend suggests that Alexander the Great brought the game to both Persia and India. Grecians are known to have played games similar to chess in skill and logic. Called Petteia or Pesseia, the games were brought to the people during the conquest of Alexander in the East.
Chess Tidbits:
The rules of chess and the way chessmen move have remained the same since the sixth century, and although the names of the pieces change depending on the country you are in, the movements are strikingly similar.
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