A game of chess requires immense concentration and smart gray cells. But of what use are these qualities if the players aren’t motivated to play? The usual plastic, glass or wooden chess games are found in every kid’s toy chest. If you are hunting for an exclusive chess set that will lure the richest of the folks to plan a move, then take a look at the Art Of War. Oozing of an Oriental touch and crafted out of precious elements, it would be rude on my part to simply call it a game of chess. Victor F. Scharstein has given shape to his dream of 30 years in the form of this bejeweled Art Of War. This one-of-a-kind set features rhodium and gold chess pieces that move over a jeweled ebony board. To raise the bar of luxury, the designer has ornamented every piece with precious rocks like diamonds, rubies, emeralds and sapphires. And if you think this bling is surplus and may distract the players from focusing on their game, then hold tight to your chair. There’s much more ahead!

The board stands on two yellow gold feet encrusted with diamonds and two white gold feet with rubies. Even the “Art Of War” words on the Chinese version on the board are etched out of 14 carat gold. The case that is supposed to house this uber-exclusive chess set is pimped with gold samurai characters and stands on 8 solid gold balls. The designer has vowed to touch every nook and corner of this complete set with bling, and that explains the bejeweled handle and gold hinges as well as the lock and key.

The estimated cost to create this unique decked out piece of art is $50,000. If you are intending to plan a move on this chess set, then contact the maker, as the price will be disclosed only on request.

Till then you can also feast your eyes on the £5 million Chess Set and Gold and Diamond Chess Set.

Art of War Picture Gallery

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