Chances are you have a chess set at home. If so, you might want to take a closer look at it because you could get a fortune for it! Our in-house experts are here to explain 3 factors can affect the value of your old chess set. Keep on reading to find out what your chess set might be worth.
Factor 1: Manufacturer
Just as with fashion, cars or luxurious watches, the manufacturer is an important factor that influences the value of chess sets. Brands like Jaques of London, House of Staunton or Drueke are known for their history, craftsmanship and top-of-the-line designs. If your set is made by a well-known manufacturer, you could fetch a lot of money for it. For example, this original Jaques Staunton chess set was recently auctioned on Catawiki for €382!
This original Jaques Staunton chess set sold for €382 at our Chess auction in 2017
Factor 2: Materials
Everyday or exotic? If your chess set wasn't made by a prestige chess brand, it could be still very valuable. The materials of which the chess set is made can also greatly affect the value. Chess sets can be made from a wide variety of different materials, ranging from plastic and boxwood to marble and gold. The more valuable the materials, the more valuable the set.
This gold and marble chess set sold for €300 at our Chess auction in 2017
Factor 3: Special Editions
Why play with a king, queen, knights and pawns when you can also have Darth Vader or Micky Mouse on your chessboard? There are chess sets designed for almost any theme you can think of, like Star Wars, Disney or even The Battle of Waterloo. Quirky and unique sets are highly sought after by collectors, and they are willing to offer a lot for them. Back in 2016, this fantasy-themed chess set made completely out of LEGO bricks sold at our auction for €560.
This fantasy Era LEGO chess set sold for €560 at our Chess auction in 2016
So here are some factors that determine the value of chess sets. Now it’s your time to make a move! With just one account, you can bid, buy and sell on Catawiki. Create your free account to offer your old chess sets up for auction or place your bids on something special. You soon might be the next owner of a luxurious or unique chess set.
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