The Old English Elite Staunton chess men are a new design for 2009. Expertly carved by the worlds finest chess makers from finest ebony & boxwood. Double weighted & perfectly felted. There has been no compromise in the quality of these chess pieces. Currently only available in very small quantities the Regency Chess Company is the only retailer in the UK who is stocking these fine chess men. The scale, proportion & beauty of these chess pieces is perfect in every way. Designed to complement old English Architecture & culture they are setting the standard in classic chess piece design. Own a piece of history, order these fine chess men to experience the finest. With a king base diameter of 1.7 inches these beautiful chess pieces will sit perfectly on a 20 inch chess board