{"product_id":"old-russian-3-9-mahogany-deluxe-board-and-hinge-top-box","title":"Old Russian 3.9\" Mahogany Deluxe Board and Hinge Top Box","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.os-product-wrap,\n.os-product-wrap *,\n.os-product-wrap *:before,\n.os-product-wrap *:after {\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n}\n\n.os-product-wrap {\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: 100%;\n  overflow-x: hidden;\n  background: #f4f5f7;\n  padding: 10px;\n  border-radius: 14px;\n  font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n  color: #2b2b2b;\n  line-height: 1.6;\n}\n\n.os-product-inner {\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: 100%;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n}\n\n.os-panel,\n.os-spec-card,\n.os-feature-item {\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: 100%;\n  min-width: 0;\n}\n\n.os-panel {\n  background: #ffffff;\n  border: 1px solid #d8dde6;\n  border-radius: 12px;\n  padding: 16px;\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.04);\n}\n\n.os-intro {\n  margin: 0;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n.os-section-title {\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\n  font-size: 18px;\n  line-height: 1.3;\n  color: #1f2c3a;\n}\n\n.os-spec-grid {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\n  gap: 8px;\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\n}\n\n.os-spec-card {\n  background: #ffffff;\n  border: 1px solid #d8dde6;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  padding: 12px 10px;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n.os-label {\n  font-size: 10px;\n  letter-spacing: 1px;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n  color: #6b7280;\n  margin-bottom: 4px;\n}\n\n.os-value {\n  font-size: 16px;\n  line-height: 1.2;\n  color: #1f2c3a;\n}\n\n.os-sub {\n  font-size: 12px;\n  color: #555;\n  margin-top: 3px;\n}\n\n.os-feature-list {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  gap: 8px;\n}\n\n.os-feature-item {\n  background: #f8f9fb;\n  border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  padding: 10px 12px;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  line-height: 1.4;\n}\n\n.os-copy p {\n  margin: 0;\n  font-size: 14px;\n}\n\n@media screen and (max-width: 480px) {\n  .os-spec-grid {\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-product-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-product-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"os-intro\"\u003eA faithful reproduction of the iconic 1959 Zagreb tournament chessmen, this complete luxury chess set combines distinctive Russian-crafted pieces with our substantial 50 cm Deluxe Mahogany Spanish chessboard and Deluxe solid mahogany hinged-top storage box. Beautifully weighted, felted and supplied with additional queens, it is a wonderfully balanced set for serious play, collecting and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eKing Height\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003e100 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eCommanding tournament proportions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eChessmen Style\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003e1959 Zagreb\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eClassic tournament reproduction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eChessmen\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003eRussian Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eFaithful historical reproduction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eBoard Size\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003e50 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003e50 mm playing squares\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eBases\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003eWeighted \u0026amp; Felted\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eStable and board-friendly\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eExtra Queens\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003e2 Included\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eReady for pawn promotion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eChessboard\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003eDeluxe Mahogany\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eSpanish-made chessboard\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eStorage Box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003eSolid Mahogany\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eDeluxe hinged-top design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eSet Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eFaithful reproduction of the distinctive chessmen associated with the historic 1959 Zagreb tournament\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eRussian-crafted chess pieces with elegant proportions and beautifully rounded contours\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eCommanding 100 mm king giving the set substantial tournament presence\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eDistinctive Zagreb knight profile, one of the defining characteristics of this celebrated design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eSmooth, flowing forms with no unnecessarily sharp edges, making the pieces particularly comfortable to handle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eBeautifully weighted and balanced chessmen for stability and a reassuring feel during play\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eProtective felted bases allow smooth movement across the chessboard\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eTwo additional queens supplied for proper pawn promotion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eLarge 50 cm Deluxe Mahogany Spanish chessboard with generous 50 mm playing squares\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eDeluxe solid mahogany hinged-top chess box included for attractive and practical storage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eCarefully matched board and chessmen proportions for comfortable everyday and serious play\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eIdeal for chess players, collectors, historical chess enthusiasts, display and luxury gifting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eThe 1959 Zagreb Tournament Chessmen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zagreb chessmen are one of the most distinctive tournament designs to emerge from the great era of mid-20th-century competitive chess. Closely associated with the 1959 Zagreb tournament, the pattern combines unmistakable character with the clarity and practicality required for serious play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis faithful reproduction preserves the elegant proportions and smooth, rounded contours that give the Zagreb design its unique appearance. Rather than relying on excessive decoration, the beauty of these chessmen comes from their strong silhouettes, flowing profiles and careful balance between form and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a chess set with genuine historical personality. It is immediately recognisable to enthusiasts of classic tournament chess, yet its restrained styling means it remains equally attractive in a contemporary home or dedicated chess room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eA Distinctive 100 mm Tournament King\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanding at an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e100 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, the king gives the set a substantial presence on the board. Its height and proportions establish the confident tournament character of the entire design without making the chessmen feel oversized or cumbersome during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the set, the profiles have been designed with smooth transitions and rounded contours. There are no unnecessarily harsh or sharp edges, creating chessmen that are extremely pleasant to pick up and move during a game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tactile quality is particularly important in a set intended to be played with regularly. The pieces feel substantial and reassuring in the hand while retaining the elegance for which the Zagreb pattern is admired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eThe Iconic Zagreb Knight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps no piece defines the Zagreb pattern more clearly than its knight. Its distinctive profile gives the set much of its individual character and makes it immediately distinguishable from a conventional Staunton design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight has a confident yet refined appearance, combining a strong profile with the softer, rounded modelling found throughout the remainder of the chessmen. It provides an attractive visual focal point without becoming overly elaborate or distracting during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of historic tournament patterns, it is this individuality that has helped the Zagreb design remain so appealing many decades after the tournament with which it became associated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eWeighted and Felted for Serious Play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chess piece is beautifully weighted to provide increased stability and a satisfying sense of substance when handled. The additional weight keeps the chessmen securely planted on the board and gives the set the reassuring playing feel expected from quality tournament chess pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bases are finished with protective felt, allowing the pieces to glide smoothly across the chessboard while helping to protect the playing surface from unnecessary wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo additional queens are also supplied. Should a pawn reach the opposite side of the board, both players therefore have a proper second queen available for promotion rather than having to substitute another piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003e50 cm Deluxe Mahogany Spanish Chessboard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zagreb chessmen are paired with our substantial \u003cstrong\u003e50 cm Deluxe Mahogany Spanish chessboard\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring generous \u003cstrong\u003e50 mm playing squares\u003c\/strong\u003e, the board has been selected specifically to provide a well-balanced playing surface for the 100 mm tournament-sized chessmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proportions allow sufficient space around each piece, keeping the position clear and uncluttered even when the centre of the board becomes crowded. This makes the combination equally comfortable for casual games, serious study and longer competitive-style play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rich mahogany appearance also provides a wonderfully traditional setting for the Zagreb design. Its warm tones complement the historical character of the chessmen and give the complete set a substantial, established appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eDeluxe Solid Mahogany Hinged-Top Chess Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the set is our \u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe solid mahogany hinged-top chess box\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a suitably refined storage solution for the chessmen when they are not in play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of solid mahogany gives the box both substance and visual warmth, while the traditional hinged-top construction allows convenient access to the complete set of chessmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts mahogany finish also works beautifully alongside the accompanying chessboard, ensuring that the storage box feels like an integral part of the complete set rather than simply an added accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eA Classic Tournament Design for Players and Collectors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enduring appeal of the Zagreb design lies in its ability to combine individuality with genuine playability. It has sufficient personality to interest a collector, yet its proportions and clearly recognisable silhouettes make it equally suitable for regular chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rounded forms feel particularly comfortable during play, while the weighted construction gives every move a satisfying sense of purpose. Paired with the generously proportioned 50 cm board, the pieces have ample room and remain visually clear throughout the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a combination that works just as well as a permanent home chess set as it does as a centrepiece for a collection of classic tournament designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eA Complete Official Staunton Zagreb Chess Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its distinctive 100 mm Russian-crafted Zagreb chessmen, weighted and felted bases, two additional queens, 50 cm Deluxe Mahogany Spanish chessboard and solid mahogany hinged-top storage box, this is a genuinely complete premium chess set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach element has been matched carefully so that the board and chessmen remain properly proportioned. The 50 mm squares provide generous playing space around the pieces while retaining the strong visual presence expected from a substantial tournament-sized set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor players who appreciate the atmosphere and history of classic tournament chess, or collectors looking for one of the most recognisable chess designs of the 20th century, the \u003cstrong\u003e1959 Zagreb Tournament Chess Set\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive addition to the Official Staunton collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Official Staunton™","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58800900014464,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/9507\/files\/image8_5_e06eaaa2-ab52-4685-8d28-351b3828f034.png?v=1787935972","url":"https:\/\/www.officialstaunton.com\/products\/old-russian-3-9-mahogany-deluxe-board-and-hinge-top-box","provider":"Official Staunton","version":"1.0","type":"link"}