Gladiator Chess Set
The Gladiator Chess Set beautifully captures the exciting period in history between 73 B.C. and 71 B.C. when the oppressed slaves led by Spartacus revolted against their Roman masters. Spartacus was a gladiator of Thracian descent (modern day Bulgaria/Macedonia) and had been captured by the Romans while defending his country. The clothing and weaponry on these pieces are finely detailed and authentic in design. The pieces are crafted of durable marble resin a material that will retain its colors and quality for years to come. The king piece stands 3.25 inches tall and the base of each piece is 1W inch.The 15-inch chessboard is constructed of solid hardwood with 1.75L x 1.75W inch squares and it is available in your choice of oak or cherry. You can also choose the 15-inch marbled wood storage board which provides a lined storage drawer for your chess pieces when they are not in use.About Fame Products.Fame Products opened its doors in Fort Worth Texas in 1990 selling dominos locally. Soon the company established itself as a leader in the wholesale game industry. The Fame Products line has grown to include a large variety of tabletop games such as chess backgammon rummy and mah jongg and the company has the largest selection of theme chess in America. Fame Products' wide selection and high-quality products are made possible by the dedication and reliability of its devoted staff and loyal customers.