The Berkeley Chess Scottish Cardinal Blue Chess Set

Crushed stone resin chess pieces. Striking cardinal red and cream colouring. Superb detail. Recognisable historical characters/symbols. Matched with a stunning blue erable board from Spain. Berkeley Chess has captured the rich and varied history of Scotland in this majestic chess set, and we have matched it with a stunning blue erable board made in Spain to create this truly enviable chess set. With a fascinating and complex history, Scotland has endured invasions many times and, with its extraordinary growth, has contributed to culture and society. Hadrian's Wall was erected after the Romans invaded Britain in the 1st century AD. The Normans came and conquered in 1066, with many Anglo-Saxons settling in Scotland. From here, many English ways were adopted, feudalism was established, and the chiefs of the clan became nobility. As towns began to grow, trade increased, and Scotland thrived. The King: King Robert the Bruce. The Queen: Mary Queen of Scots. The Bishop: John Knox. The Knight: Sir William Wallace. The Rook: Scottish Tower House. The Pawn: Scottish Thistle. If you are looking to be more competitive in your game, please check out our range of Chess clocks.