The internal materials has some tears and discolouration. This set is older than 100 years old and has a beautiful texture and feel. Three ebony pawn's collars and both ebony knight ear's has chips which is a usual for the ebony pieces.
The sale inludes a rare advertising book. The ABC of Chess by A LADY. Printed/produced by John Jaques & Son , 102 Hatton Garden. Some rare adverts of John Jaques games including Staunton Chess Set and Prices. The book is not in a good condition.
Pictures are part of the description. The board for presentation only and NOT included in the sale.
The item "JAQUES London STAUNTON CHESS SET & BOX 1890-1900 & The ABC of CHESS advert book" is in sale since Tuesday, November 2, 2021. This item is in the category "Toys & Games\Games\Chess\Vintage Chess". The seller is "jenoeugen" and is located in Wokingham. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom.