The Chess Empire is proud to offer you the reproduction of one of the very popular design by Jaques of London Circa 1849 Series 4.4” chess set. The timeless 1849 series Jaques chess set is crafted by our senior and most skilled craftsman under the original dimensions & design. The immensely rich workmanship of significant Staunton chess set is amazingly done.

The Chess Empire is the only authorized by jaques to reproduce their chess sets. The healthy relation between both reputed companies Jaques of London & The Chess Empire is based on trust & loyalty since decades, and commitment to provide the world's finest & best quality chess products to chess lovers globally.

There has been many different chess sets become popular in 19the century like soviet chess sets , Calvert  designs and Staunton style chess set but 1849 series is the epitome of success. The reproduction of these heirloom chess sets are not easy to achieve until you reach exact dimensions and craftsmanship with accuracy and we have always put our all efforts to maintain quality and the high standard of workmanship on antique chess set respectfully.

The meticulously workmanship on the Knights with complete details on eyes, nostril, teeth, jaw and craftsmanship on the mane is done with the perfection  as well the other pieces from King to Pawn is equally proportionate as original. Without any doubt this exclusive chess set is the foremost Staunton pattern chess set.

The Chess Pieces are hand carved by our skilled master craftsmen and crafted out of highest grade exotic woods with the luxurious billiard cloth base pads on it. The Chess set is heavily weighted with the natural hand polish on individual chess piece for rich, long lasting shine and it also includes two extra queens. 

Total 34 Chess Pieces. (Includes Two Extra Queens)

Product Specifications:

Does The Chess Board Include?        The Chess Board in the picture is for Photography and does not include with The 1849 Series Chessmen set.

 Chess Pieces            Height                                 Base Diameter                               

King                      4.4”  (110mm)                        1.88” (48 mm)

Pawn                     2.25 ”   (63mm)                      1.5”    (38mm)

Total Weight of The 1849 Series Chess Pieces: 2500 grams or (88 Ounce)                        

Light Wood Chess Pieces:  Antiqued Boxwood.

Dark Wood Chess Pieces:  Ebony.

 Recommended Chess Board for The 1849 Series: 2.5” Square Size or 63 mm square size.

Please note our all products are hand crafted and there are few chances of variation for 5% plus or minus.