Lewis #1 Chess Set

© Hawthorn Moulds Limited This set is based on the famous 78 "Lewis Chessmen" found in an underground chamber on the Scottish Isle of Lewis in 1831.  These pieces are believed to be either of Scottish or Norse origin and have been dated to the 12th Century.  The king is approx 90 mm (3.5") tall and a full set requires approx 3 kg of cement.