Where is the oldest chess set?

Pieces from the oldest known chess set are on display at the State Museum of Culture History of Uzbekistan in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The seven figurines are known as the Afrasiab chessmen and date back to the 6th to 8th centuries. Shop a range of antique chess sets on 1stDibs.

What is a gilded chess set?

A gilded chess set is a game set that includes a board and chess pieces that are highly decorative. Traditionally, the word gilded indicates something covered in gold. However, for chess sets, it can describe any pieces that feature decorative embellishments, such as carvings or inlays. You'll find a selection of antique and vintage chess sets on 1stDibs.

What is the name of the oldest European chess set?

The name of the oldest European chess set is the Venafro Chess Set. Experts estimate that artisans produced the set sometime between 885 to 1017 CE, and archaeologists discovered it in a Roman tomb in 1932. On 1stDibs, find a variety of chess sets from some of the world’s top sellers.

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Carved Green Malachite and Marble Chess Set - Mexico

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H 0.75 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in

Carved Green Malachite and Marble Chess Set - Mexico

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

created in both green malachite on one side, and white quartz on the other. Green and white marble

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

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Italian Marbled Pink and White Quartz Stone Chess Set

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Italian Marbled Pink and White Quartz Stone Chess Set

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A complete pink Italian marble and white quartz stone chess set. This board includes all of the

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Games

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Travel Size Chess Set

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H 0.5 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

Travel Size Chess Set

Located in Richmond, VA

Beautiful, travel size marble and quartz chess board with hand carved pieces in brown marble and

20th Century American Games

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Quartz, Marble

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