1959 World Chess Championship Russian Zagreb Weighted 3.8" Chess Pieces in Sheesham / Natural Boxwood - 1300 Grams Weight
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1959 World Chess Championship Russian Zagreb Weighted 3.8" Chess Pieces in Sheesham / Natural Boxwood - 1300 Grams Weight
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The Zagreb Chess Set, famously used during the 1959 Candidates Tournament, is one of the most iconic chess set designs in history. Known for its distinctive and elegant Staunton-style pieces, it was crafted by the Croatian designer and artisan, George Keller. The set became particularly famous after being used in the high-profile tournament held in Bled, Zagreb, and Belgrade, which featured top players like Mikhail Tal and Tigran Petrosian. Its clean, functional design, with a notable attention to detail, has made it a collector’s favorite.
Box Content: 34 chessmen (including 2 extra queens)
Woods Used: Indian Boxwood & Sheesham Wood aka Golden Rosewood
Weight of the chessmen: 1300 grams or 2.8 Pounds
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Last updated: 02/04/25
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