Friday, October 28, 2011

Chessville. Jewel Royale Chess Set


  • Valued at over £5 million, this single chess set is the most expensive and luxurious game set in the world. Constructed in gold and platinum, it is set with diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires and pearls. 
  • Weighing in at 165.2 grams of 18 carat yellow gold, the hand-made king has a uniquely turned underneath achieved using the ‘guillochet’ method. The magnificent piece is set with 73 rubies, 146 sapphires, 748 diamonds and a secreted pearl. 
  • The set’s playing surface is made of yellow and white gold and set with diamonds. The corners are supported by a crystal ball with a gold centre post. Each ball is inlayed with a 16 carat yellow gold spiral of diamonds.





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