Lot 337 , A Staunton ivory chess set, early 20th century, red stained and natural, mahogany box

A Staunton ivory chess set, early 20th century, red stained and natural, mahogany box
Estimate £440-540

Box unlabled and coming apart slightly at one joint. It is also engraved 'HSA' on the lid. All pieces are accounted for although there are some minor damages including chips (mainly to pawns) and splits (red queens base included).

The white king has some losses to one of the rims.
Unable to locate makers make if it is there.

Height King 8.5cms approx
The red stainiing on some of chess piecees has rubbed off the red Queen has a crack to base. One of the pawn has a chip near the base.


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Sold for £400