Chess Pieces Details | Height | Base |
King | 3.75" (96 mm) | 1.77" (45 mm) |
Queen | 3.07" (78 mm) | 1.65" (42 mm) |
Bishop | 2.71" (69 mm) | 1.41" (36 mm) |
Knight | 2.48" (63 mm) | 1.41" (36 mm) |
Rook | 2.20" (56 mm) | 1.41" (36 mm) |
Pawn | 2.00" (51 mm) | 1.33" (34 mm) |
Total Weight Of Chess Pieces | 1600 grams (56.43 oz) | |
Dark Pieces | Ebony wood | |
Light Pieces | Boxwood | |
Recommended Board Size | (2.2" / 2.36") (55 / 60 mm) Square Size |
The Imperial Collector Series (Sinquefield Cup 2014) Chess Set V2.0: chessbazaar proudly presents an improved version of the Imperial Collector Series (Sinquefield Cup 2014) Chess Set in Ebony wood & Boxwood.
This weighted chess set features a 3.75" King with a 1.77" base. Dark pieces are crafted from exquisite Ebony wood, a top choice for high-end sets due to its rarity and beauty.
Weight: 1600 grams (±10%). The opposing boxwood pieces are expertly carved and weighted, offering superb hand-feel. Extra queens included for effortless promotion. Kings, Queens, Bishops, and Pawns have unique rings and thick green felts for smooth movement.
About The Imperial Collector Series: Handcrafted in India, these pieces are meticulously carved and buff-polished for a long-lasting shine. Each set takes over two days to carve, ensuring unmatched design and craftsmanship.
About: 2014 Sinquefield Cup
The 2014 Sinquefield Cup honored the founders of the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis, featuring world-class players: GM Magnus Carlsen, GM Levon Aronian, GM Veselin Topalov, GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, GM Hikaru Nakamura, and GM Fabiano Caruana. Held from August 27 to September 7, it was a double round-robin tournament.
It was the strongest chess event ever held on U.S. soil. The original chess set used in the tournament had a 3.75" King height. The players competed for a $100,000 top prize. The highlight was Fabiano Caruana’s dominant performance, defeating Carlsen and winning the coveted Sinquefield Cup.
Participants of 2014 SINQUEFIELD CUP
World Rank |
Name |
Age |
Country |
Rating |
No. 1 |
Magnus Carlsen |
23 |
Norway |
2877 |
No. 2 |
Levon Aronian |
31 |
Armenia |
2805 |
No. 3 |
Fabiano Caruana |
22 |
Italy |
2801 |
No. 5 |
Hikaru Nakamura |
26 |
U.S.A |
2787 |
No. 8 |
Veselin Topalov |
39 |
Bulgaria |
2772 |
No. 9 |
Maxime Vachier-Lagrave |
23 |
France |
2768 |
Package Includes : 34 Chessmen (2 extra queens included). chess board NOT included in this sale.
Disclaimer: Product color may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings.
Caution: These chess pieces are neither waterproof nor UV-resistant.
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