At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique chess games available for sale. Frequently made of
wood,
hardwood and
walnut, all antique chess games available were constructed with great care. Antique chess games have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique chess games made by
Victorian designers — as well as those associated with
Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique chess games over the years, but those made by
Franz Bergmann,
Howell James & Co. and
Jaques of London are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Antique chess games can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,484, while the lowest priced sells for $452 and the highest can go for as much as $44,496.