Celtic Vs. Vikings Chess Pieces - SAC Antique Finish

The Celtic people inhabited areas of Western Europe, particularly Ireland, Wales, Brittany and the Highlands of Scotland. They were subjected to raids by Vikings and Norsemen, and this Celtic vs Viking chess set is the story of a clash between the Irish King, Brian Boru, and the Viking invaders. The battle occurred at Clontarf, near Dublin, and was a fierce encounter. Although the Celts defeated the Viking invaders, their King was slain.

This Celtic vs Viking Chess Set features the principal characters involved in the battle as chess pieces and depicts Celtic designs and artifacts of the period, bringing history to life on the chess board. Almost one thousand years ago, the Celtic inhabitants of Ireland rose under their King, Brian Boru, to fight the invading and colonizing Vikings during the Viking Age.

The skill and workmanship of the Celtic tribes were demonstrated by their artistic and unique designs, which were recognized worldwide and reproduced here in these magnificent chess set pieces.

These chess pieces are made of Polyresin, a crushed stone composite. It has the look and feel of stone but the durability of plastic. Combining art with practicality, this chess set is perfect for collectors and those who enjoy the game of chess.

This set includes chess pieces only; the chess board is not included. The recommended chess board for this set must have squares of 2–2 1/8" to perfectly accommodate the chess pieces.

Specifications:

• Antique Finish pieces
• Chess set pieces only; board not included.
• King size: 4 1/2"
• Pawn size: 3 1/8"
• Base size: 1 7/16"
• Brown felt bases
• King weight: 5.6 oz
• Entire set weight: 75.8 oz
• Board recommendation: 2–2 1/8" squares (see below for options)