A NetShops exclusive, the WorldWise Imports Ebony Magic Ball Chessmen Set on Black and Madrona Burl Board features a gorgeous thin-framed board made in Spain with two-inch black and madrona burl veneer squares. The beautiful magic ball (a ball within a ball) chessmen are made in India, triple-weighted, and felted.
The dark chessmen are made from solid ebony wood, a rare, dense, strong, and heavy hardwood that is difficult to carve, therefore only entrusted to the hands of master carvers. Ebony wood varies in color from red to black, with a rich variety of dark shades. The light chessmen are made from boxwood, a fine-grained hardwood with an ivory appearance and a natural luster. The king stands 5.5 inches tall with a base diameter of 1.7 inches. Board dimensions: 17.3L x 17.3W x 5.5H inches.
WorldWise Imports has created a unique line of chess sets that combine wood boards and men ready for display and sale in presentation boxes. These sets range from moderate to high-end in a variety of sizes and styles. In addition to chess, WorldWise Imports carries traditional games such as Go, Sudoku, Cribbage, Mah Jongg, party games, and a wide variety of home gambling items and accessories.
