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John Calvert Chess Set Circa 1790

$5,50045% Off$10,000

Roanoke, TX

Condition Notes: Some obvious wear and tear over the years. Some minor damage to a few pieces, overall very good condition. Both … moreSome obvious wear and tear over the years. Some minor damage to a few pieces, overall very good condition. Both kings have slight loss to top collars. Both black bishops have slight chipping to top collar. Two black pawns have slight chipping to top collar. Please see photos for more detail. Please contact for more pictures if interested. less

Description: Calvert (John). A turned & carved chess set by John Calvert, circa late 18th to early 19th Century, two rooks … more Calvert (John). A turned & carved chess set by John Calvert, circa late 18th to early 19th Century, two rooks marked to base ‘Calvert 189 Fleet St’,

This is a rare and beautiful museum quality John Calvert chess set.

You will be hard pressed to find one of these in this good of shape. Whether your a collector or chess enthusiast this is an investment that would grace any home.

John Calvert was one of the top chess set makers in England from 1791 until his death in 1822, after which his widow Dorothy took over the Calvert business until her death in 1840. Many of the Calvert sets have the “Calvert 189 Fleet St” stamp. Some are unstamped but clearly attributable to Calvert, this set bares the stamp and is in great condition for its age. Whether your a chess player, enthusiast or a collector this is an investment that will grace anyone’s home.

King height 3.5" approx. less

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Roanoke, TX

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