The chessmen are made from sycamore wood which is turned and crafted by hand. The dark playing pieces are stained brown, the lighter pieces are natural wood. The pieces have a lacquered finish. The approximate weights and sizes are as follows, King - 10g, 68mm / 2.72" tall , 23mm / 0.92" base Queen - 7g, 55mm / 2.2" tall, 23mm / 0.92" base Bishop - 5g, 50mm / 2.0" tall, 23mm / 0.92" base Knight - 6g, 45mm / 1.8" tall, 23mm / 0.92" base Castle - 6g, 45mm / 1.8" tall, 23mm / 0.92" base Pawn - 3g, 35mm / 1.4" tall, 20mm / 0.8" base The box measures approx 16cm x 12cm x 7.0cm / 6.25 inches x 4.75 inches x 2.75 inches (external sizes) The total weight of this set is approx 430g. |