The legend of the Byzantine Empire chess game
The most enduring empire of all time existed and ruled over the eastern part of Europe for over 1000 years.
The Orthodox continuation of the Roman Empire, known as the Byzantine Empire, expanded considerably through victorious crusades across the East and West. Their culture was shaped by Greek civilization, and their language was Greek. The Byzantines also preserved and copied classical manuscripts, and are therefore considered transmitters of classical knowledge.
Chessboard and chess pieces of the Byzantine Empire
The figures on the chess pieces were inspired by the Macedonian royal family, one of the greatest dynasties of the Byzantine Empire. This dynasty included some of the most respected emperors in Byzantine history, such as Basil I the "Macedonian" (king) and Leo VI, known as "the Wise" or the Philosopher (knight). This period was one of renewal and resurgence.
- Set: Complete Chess Set
- Dimensions: 20x20 cm
- Size of the squares: ~2 cm
- Weight: Between 1 and 2 kg
- Chessboard material: Brass
- Materials of parts: Zinc alloy 5
- Color: Varies by model
- Magnetic: No
- Electronics: No
- Storage: Yes
- Foldable: No
- Handmade: Yes
- Number of pieces: 32
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