{"product_id":"the-borgov-gambit-anegre-chess-set","title":"The Borgov Gambit Anegre Chess Set","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\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-product-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-product-inner\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"os-intro\"\u003eThe Borgov Gambit Chess Set combines 90 mm weighted Staunton chessmen in natural and ebonised boxwood with a substantial 50 cm anegre and maple chessboard. The chessmen are closely associated in style with the classic Eastern European tournament sets seen in \u003cem\u003eThe Queen's Gambit\u003c\/em\u003e, including Beth Harmon's memorable final game against Russian champion Vasily Borgov.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-grid\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eKing Height\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003e90 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eClassic tournament proportions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eChessmen Style\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003eBorgov Gambit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eEastern European tournament style\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-spec-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-label\"\u003eChessmen\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-value\"\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-sub\"\u003eNatural \u0026amp; ebonised finish\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\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\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\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eSet Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eComplete chess set inspired by the distinctive Eastern European tournament style seen in \u003cem\u003eThe Queen's Gambit\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eClosely associated in appearance with the style of set used during Beth Harmon's dramatic final encounter with Vasily Borgov\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003e90 mm king with elegant, practical tournament proportions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eChessmen crafted from natural boxwood and ebonised boxwood\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eWeighted pieces provide excellent 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 included for pawn promotion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eLarge 50 cm chessboard with generous 50 mm playing squares\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eAnegre and maple playing surface produced using specialist lithographic technology\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eFinished with a contrasting avodire border for an elegant traditional appearance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-feature-item\"\u003eIdeal for home play, serious study, collectors, display and gifting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eThe Borgov Gambit Chessmen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Borgov Gambit Chess Set takes its inspiration from one of the most recognisable styles of tournament chessmen associated with Eastern European chess. Simple, purposeful and beautifully proportioned, these pieces reflect a design tradition in which clarity on the board and ease of play were always more important than unnecessary ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor viewers of \u003cem\u003eThe Queen's Gambit\u003c\/em\u003e, the style will be immediately familiar. Similar tournament chessmen formed part of the visual atmosphere of the acclaimed series, most notably during Beth Harmon's climactic Moscow game against Russian World Champion Vasily Borgov.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe have therefore named this combination the \u003cstrong\u003eBorgov Gambit Chess Set\u003c\/strong\u003e in recognition of that memorable chess setting and the enduring appeal of this particular tournament style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003e90 mm Natural and Ebonised Boxwood Chess Pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe chessmen are crafted from quality boxwood, with the light army retaining the warm natural tone of the timber while the opposing pieces are finished in traditional ebonised black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 90 mm in king height, the set offers excellent proportions for serious play. The pieces are substantial enough to feel reassuring in the hand while remaining comfortably spaced on the accompanying 50 mm squares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe restrained profiles, broad bases and clear silhouettes make each piece instantly recognisable across the board. It is precisely this balance between elegance and practicality that has made Eastern European tournament designs so popular among both players and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003e50 cm Anegre and Maple Chessboard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Borgov chessmen are paired with an impressive 50 cm chessboard featuring generous 50 mm playing squares. These proportions provide excellent spacing around the 90 mm chessmen and create a comfortable, uncluttered playing area suitable for both casual and serious games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe playing surface combines the lighter appearance of maple with the warm contrasting character of anegre. Specialist lithographic technology is used to produce the playing surface with exceptional consistency while retaining the visual warmth associated with a traditional wooden chessboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA contrasting avodire border frames the board and gives the overall presentation a more refined and classical appearance. The combination works particularly well with the natural and ebonised chessmen, producing a set with excellent visual balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eWeighted and Felted for Serious Play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chess piece is weighted to provide increased stability and a satisfying playing feel. The additional weight helps keep the pieces securely planted on the board and makes them particularly enjoyable to handle during longer games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bases are finished with protective felt, allowing the chessmen to move smoothly across the board while helping to protect the playing surface from unnecessary wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo additional queens are also supplied with the set, ensuring that both players have the correct additional piece available should a pawn reach the opposite side of the board and be promoted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eInspired by the World of The Queen's Gambit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFew television dramas have captured the atmosphere of competitive chess as successfully as \u003cem\u003eThe Queen's Gambit\u003c\/em\u003e. Its tournament halls, chess clocks, wooden boards and distinctive chessmen introduced a new generation to the visual character of classical international chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe final encounter between Beth Harmon and Vasily Borgov became one of the defining moments of the series. The understated tournament chess equipment used in that setting was entirely appropriate to the period, reflecting the practical designs historically favoured throughout Soviet and Eastern European competitive chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Borgov Gambit Chess Set captures that same visual character. Combining distinctive tournament-style chessmen with a generously proportioned 50 cm board, it is equally suited to regular play, chess study or display and makes a particularly appealing choice for admirers of traditional tournament chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"os-panel os-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"os-section-title\"\u003eA Complete Official Staunton Tournament Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its 90 mm weighted and felted natural and ebonised boxwood chessmen, two additional queens and substantial 50 cm anegre and maple chessboard, the Borgov Gambit offers everything required for a proper game of chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination has been chosen carefully so that the dimensions of the pieces and board remain properly balanced. The 50 mm squares provide sufficient space around the chessmen while retaining the compact, purposeful appearance associated with traditional tournament equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor players who appreciate the history and atmosphere of classical chess, or anyone drawn to the memorable chess settings portrayed in \u003cem\u003eThe Queen's Gambit\u003c\/em\u003e, the Borgov Gambit Chess Set is a distinctive addition to the Official Staunton collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Official Staunton™","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58753681064320,"sku":null,"price":199.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/9507\/files\/image9_1.png?v=1787397882","url":"https:\/\/www.officialstaunton.com\/products\/the-borgov-gambit-anegre-chess-set","provider":"Official Staunton","version":"1.0","type":"link"}