Franklin Mint Frederic Remington Western Chess Set in Bronze (Rare)

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Franklin Mint Frederic Remington Western Chess Set in Bronze (Rare):
$450.00

For sale, The Official Frederic Remington Western Chess Set In Bronze authorized by the Frederic Remington Art Museum and issued by the Franklin Mint in 1991. This is the first chess set ever authorized by the Frederic Remington Art Museum. The set depicts miniature Remington solid hot-cast bronze sculptures, the same material used in Remington\'s large highly desirable sculptures. Each sculptured chess piece is hand finished in a classic patina, individually mounted on a hardwood base, and decorated with a golden band. Each has the piece name on the bottom. Included is a beautiful hardwood framed playing board accented with four brass medallions--one on each side--minted in high relief and depicting the enduring symbol of Remington\'s genius, his immortal \" The Broncho Buster.\" The playing surface features two-toned squares for ease of play and is embellished by gilded trim work around the borders.

There are 32 total pieces ranging from 2\" tall to 3.75\" tall. The Cowboy 16 piece set consists of: 8 The Sargent Pawn, 2 The Cowboy Rooks, 2 Trooper of the Plains Knights, 2 Lt. Carter Johnson Bishops, Eva Remington Queen and The Bronco Buster King The Native American 16 piece set consists of 8 The Savage Pawns, 2 The Mountain Man Rooks, 2 Cheyenne Knights, 2 Conjuring Back the Buffalo Bishops, Minnehaha Indian Queen and The Scalp Indian King

Includes playing board, described chess pieces, COA, ID Cards and other paperwork. Approximate size Board: 16.5\" x 16.5\" x 2\".

Set is in excellent used condition. I am the second owner and have displayed but not used it for play. A few minor cosmetic nicks on the sides of the chess board (see photos). Playing surface is excellent with no apparent marks or flaws. Chess pieces are in excellent condition. These sets are offered for sale only infrequently and this is the opportunity to own one in superb condition.

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