Opinion on this antique Staunton chess set
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Jul 15, 2021
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#3
Let's summon the Three Magi on this: @efimLG47 @greghunt @ipswichmatt Is 2000 dollars/1500 gbp a reasonable deal?
Apparently the set has had three collar chip repairs. Retains good original French polished finish and loaded bases
so impressive weight and feel.
The box in good shape and all original as is the paper label. The box
lacks key which apparently is standard and some wear to interior baize.
Be interested to hear if it’s a fair price given the condition.
so impressive weight and feel.
The box in good shape and all original as is the paper label. The box
lacks key which apparently is standard and some wear to interior baize.
Be interested to hear if it’s a fair price given the condition.
I am not an expert on Jaques sets. The set is tournament size in good condition, but relatively "young", i.e. not as rare as earlier, 19th century sets. The price level for chess sets is currently quite high in general, so the price is ok, but not a steal IMO. Tim Millard is numbering his offers consecutively and he just added REF 2045 and REF 2046 today. Taking into account that this one is REF 1979 it can be assumed that it is already on offer for quite a while. The fact that it did not sell for what is likely several months may be an indication that the price is regarded as too high by potential buyers, so this would probably be a reason to talk about the price and see, if Tim is willing to give a discount. That would be my approach if I were a Jaques collector (which I am not).
Maybe I should keep looking then although there doesn’t seem to be much out there UK wise
Jul 17, 2021
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#7
Buy what makes you happy. If you like the set enough and have the money, then do so. The important thing is the joy of owning a set, especially one that grows old along with you.
shaunlawler hat geschrieben:
Maybe I should keep looking then although there doesn’t seem to be much out there UK wise
Thanks but I am looking for a weighted tournament sized set
Jul 18, 2021
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#10
You could always buy a modern Jaques chess set.
https://www.jaqueslondon.co.uk/collections/chess-sets
https://www.antiquechessshop.com/product/ref1979-jaques-staunton-tournament-chessmen-box/
Many thanks