Steal This Deal! Chess pieces that represent the two opposing armies in the most famous battle fought on English soil. Haroldthe English King leads his Saxon forces against the invading WilliamDuke of Normandy. It altered the course of English history from 1066 onwards. The amazing detail created by our sculptors is richly displayed in this historic chess set. This superb set has been a favourite since its introduction in regular brown and ivory finish. It is Based on the famous Battle of Hastings in which King Harold II of England opposed the invading Norman army led by William Duke of Normandy on October 14th 1066. After the hard fought battle of Stamford Bridge in which he defeated and killed Harold Hardrada King of Norway who had invaded NorthumbriaHarold and his Saxon Army marched from York to the south coast of England. At a small village just inland from HastingsHarold's tired army met the invading forces of William Duke of Normandy. These chessmen are made out of Polyresinwhich is a crushed stone composite. It has the look and feel of stonebut the durability of a plastic. It is truly the best of both worlds. Specifications: King height: 4.5"King base: 1.3"Pieces onlyboard not included.Board recommendation: 1 11/16" - 2 1/8" squares. See options below. Chess House The Real Masters of Chess