Wooden Wedding Rings

{;T :] asked:


I started writing a story and I’d like some advice to make it better or just your opinion on it.
This is only the first chapter. I have another one written.
Any sort of criticism is appreciated.
There is much more to the plot than what the first chapter tells you.

I’ve always been the kind of person to forgive easily.
No matter how grave the situation, I always find myself forgiving and forgetting.
Some people say it’s a good thing, most say it’s a not-so-good thing. And, I suddenly agree with the latter, since, just a couple minutes earlier I realized that my easy forgiveness is what brought me into this –do I dare say?- abusive relationship.
Ending up on the floor with a pounding, aching pain on the side of my head was what, unfortunately, triggered my insight.
Honestly, I’m surprised I hadn’t guessed it was going to happen sooner or later.
For a moment, I felt like I was being hypnotized, just sitting there on the cold, kitchen floor, starring at the wooden legs of the chair in front of me as if it was the light to heaven.
I managed to fidget my eyes to a white floor tile and I immediately became aware of the sounds around me.
The dishwasher that was just a few feet away rumbled endlessly. The noise filled my ears and traveled into my mind as if it was washing my brain.
Brainwashing.
Other then that, the only sound audible was Damien’s heavy breathing from behind me.
My hands, palms down on the floor supported me as I registered everything that happened in the last two minutes.
It started with Damien complaining about something. I don’t remember exactly what.
Work? Food? The dishwasher?
And then it continued with him starting to yell endlessly about whatever it was he was yelling about.
And then, it was me who started yelling because he was yelling.
There was a lot of yelling.
But then, the yelling stopped and I could see his anger rising in his face.
His anger wasn’t the only thing that rose before I received the blow.
Now, here I am, sitting on the floor, raising my right, cold hand to the side of my tense face.
Blinking repeatedly, feeling surged back into my body and I quickly stood up.
This was the first time he hit me, but it felt like the hundredth.
Turning around swiftly I started to walk out of the kitchen.
“Jade, I’m sorry.” Damien’s solemn voice entered my ears as I passed him, though, this time I didn’t feel any need to forgive.
So, instead, I ignored him and walked silently and casually down the short hall of our apartment.
Aiming for my –our- bedroom, I decided otherwise and entered the bathroom, locking the door absently behind me.
My first instinct was to look in the mirror, but I decided not to and turned my back on my reflection.
Sighing, I leaned against the counter, bringing my hands up to the sides and propping myself on top so I was sitting down on it.
I entered another hypnotizing moment as I starred at the white, blinding wall in front of me.
I could feel my frown dig into my face as the last three minutes played over and over in my head.
Shortly, a knock on the door rang, snapping me out of my daze.
“Jade?” Damien voice called from behind the door.
I looked at it expectantly, imagining Damien bursting through it like a beast.
“Jade, I’m sorry.” He repeated his earlier words.
I didn’t say anything and I didn’t want to.
My lips felt sealed together as if the skin was conjoined and my breaths were as soundless as if I wasn’t even breathing.
“I didn’t mean to… h-hit you. I’m just really stressed out these days.” He explained.
I scoffed internally.
Another excuse.
“I promised I’ll never hurt you again. I’ll never yell at you again.”
Another lie.
Peeling my eyes away from the door, I looked to the other side of the bathroom, laying my eyes on the shower.
Jumping down from the counter, I turned quickly and crouched to open the cabinet.
Pulling out a light blue towel, I laid it on the towel holder and started to undress.
I hadn’t missed Damien’s heavy sigh from behind the door and the sound of him sliding down the floor on the other side of the wall.
Stepping into the shower and turning on the water, I put it on as cold as I could handle.

When I was done washing up, I dried off my body and risked a glance at myself in the mirror.
I wasn’t surprised to see the right side of my face –mostly my cheek and eye- turning slightly red and purple.
Looking away, I blindly patted my face dry with the towel.
After wrapping it tightly around me, I picked up my clothes from the ground and rested my hand on the door knob.
I hesitated on getting out, but I had to get out sooner or later.
So, bracing myself I unlocked it and pulled it open.
As suspected, Damien was sitting against the wall on the left side of the door.
Sleeping.
Standing in front of him, I watched as his head lolled to the side, resting on his shoulder with his mouth slightly opened, soft snores escaping his lips every two seconds.
He looked too innocent while he slept that is was too hard believing this was the twenty four year old man who hit me.
It was when his eye lids started to flutter open that I turned around and quickly entered our bedroom from across the hall.
“Jade!” I heard him call before I closed the door.
Unfortunately, there wasn’t a lock.
So, I quickly grabbed a t-shirt and boxers, changing into them as fast as I can.
I could see Damien’s shadow in the small space under the door and I knew he was standing right in front of it.
I ignored it and lay down in the bed, making sure not to turn on my right side.
I fell asleep quickly.

Oh. Wow. Thank you for all the responses.
I agree with Mike. I think I’m definitely going to develop Damien’s character more.

Here is the rest of it that i wrote. I’m sorry it’s not much, but, I just started this story yesterday night.
If you’d like me to e-mail you the updates then It’d be better if you e-mail me first so that i can save your e-mails.
Thanks for all the feedback.

Here’s the rest that i wrote.

A soft stroking on my cheek is what woke me up in the middle of the night.
I let my eyes slowly open to be met with Damien’s blue ones. We starred at each other for what felt like hours before I picked up the courage to turn my back on him, flinching as I added pressure to the bruised part of my face.
“Jade,” I heard him whisper from close behind me. “I’m sorry.”
I closed my eyes.
“I know.” I told him.
“I’ll never hurt you again.” He whispered.
“I know.”
Do I?
A long silence filled the room for a couple of minutes.
“Do you forgive me?”
My eyes shot open.
I starred at the red numbers on the clock that stood on my night table, my lips feeling as if they had sealed shut again.
But, I pried them open.
“I don’t know.” I told him softly, my eyes not leaving the red numbers.
I felt his arm wrap itself around my waist so gently it was as if he thought my whole body was bruised.
Nuzzling his nose into my hair, I heard him inhale my coconut shampoo.
“I love you.” He breathed.
Tears finally started to brim my eyes.
His lips, warm and soft, connected with the soft spot under my ear, trailing down my neck a couple of times, then trailing up and resting in my dark hair.
“So much.” Damien added.
Moisture fell out of my eyes as I struggled not to sob.
And scream.
I wanted to scream at him so much right now.
How can he love me? After what he did, how can he love me?
I guess he knew I was crying when his hand came up to brush away my tears.
His right hand.
The cage I struggled to close over my aching chest opened and soft sobs were finally set free.
Cautiously yet quickly, Damien turned me around so that he cradled me against his chest.
“I’m sorry. I’m so sorry.” He repeated over and over again that the words practically started to lose its meaning.
After a few seconds, I realized the situation and pushed his chest roughly away.
“I can’t.” I said before standing up.
“Just, leave me alone for tonight.” I told him before walking out of the room.
Opening the hall closet, I grabbed an extra pillow and blanket and made my way to the living room.
Settling myself on the couch, I closed my eyes but sleep didn’t quickly appeal to me.
Though, I still kept my eyes closed, letting the cage lock back onto my chest. I ignored the crusty feeling of my dried tears on my cheeks and the battered feeling on the side of my face and listened to the sounds around me.
The dishwasher was no longer running, making Damien’s curses and manly sobs comprehendible from the end of the hall.
I squeezed my eyes tightly together and started to hum tunelessly.
The cage on my chest struggled, yet again.

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Ron Peterson asked:


The wedding ring - a romantic expression and symbol of fidelity and love - is an important element to today’s marriage ceremony. Through the centuries, the wedding ring has symbolized many things for couples - and not always the romantic notions we hold today.

The tradition of the wedding ring goes as far back as ancient Egypt, more than 4500 years ago. The Egyptians were the first to link the symbolism of a ring with the supernatural - an unending circle representing eternal love. Egyptians used materials such as hemp or the stems of plants into circles which could be placed on the finger of the bride. Romans, on the other hand, fashioned wedding bands from iron, considered to be a symbol of strength. That was later replaced with silver and gold because of their durability against rust.

Both the Egyptians and Romans supported the belief that the “ring finger” or fourth finger on the left hand, led directly to the heart. And while science has since disproved this theory, couples still hold the belief that the wedding ring is a direct path to the heart. However, for the Romans this practice was not based in romanticism. In Roman society, wives were considered possessions of the husband. A ring simply symbolized ownership. In fact, women had no voice in this decision. Once she was “ringed,” a woman became a possession of the man.

In the Far East, a man presented his wife with a “puzzle ring” that was meant to keep her faithful in his absence. The ring was designed to collapse if taken off and could only be put back together again if one knew the correct arrangement. Puzzle rings were employed especially during times of war or if a husband traveled for business.

The Irish bride has sported a “claddagh” since its creation in the 17th century. Used as both an engagement and wedding ring, the ring features a heart and two hands on the sides and is still in wide use today. Meanwhile, some Jewish brides have a wedding ring placed on their index finger, the same finger used to point to the Torah as it is read.

For the Puritans of early American colonization, the wedding ring, like other forms of jewelry, was considered wasteful and immoral. Men instead presented their wives with thimbles as a symbol of their live and fidelity. Interestingly, this tradition gave way to new brides who would cut off part of the thimble to create a makeshift ring.

Wedding rings worn by men are a fairly new innovation. For centuries, men had no need of a ring indicating their betrothal, as they were considered the dominant partner in the union. However, with the events of World War II separating men for years at a time from their wives, men began wearing a wedding band to indicate their marriage and as a sentimental reminder of the wife waiting at home. The motive was purely romantic which has been carried on in modern times.

In some cultures, the wedding ring is considered the last gift in a series of gifts presented to the bride. This has given way to newer ring traditions, which may begin with a promise ring, presented during serious courtship, followed by an engagement ring and then the wedding ring. Eternity rings are also being given as to symbolize a renewal of marriage or in honor of a special anniversary.

While many countries practice the tradition of wearing the wedding ring on the left hand, some cultures, such as Germany, Norway and Greece wear the ring on a the right hand. In other European countries, the engagement and wedding ring are the same. Their status is indicated through engraving or according to which hand the ring is worn.

Today’s couples give much thought to the choice of wedding rings, choosing most often rings made of precious stones and metal. These rings represent more than simply adornment for the wedding day. Wedding rings will remain an important symbol of a couple’s love throughout their lifetime.



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sana asked:


A winter night love story

The night outside Tara’s house was cold and silent. There was a thin strip of moon that was hidden among the few stars in the sky. It was not a pleasant atmosphere with its chilling air and dark sky. Inside the house the darkness prevailed disturbed by a few candles and the fireplace accompanied by the silence which was broken now and then by the crackling in the fireplace.

Tara was happy. All these years she had waited for someone to come along to spend her life with and it was the night that the dream was going to come true. It was not that she was not beautiful infact she was breathtakingly beautiful with her slender figure, fuller lips, bright and wide clear blue eyes and beautiful golden curls falling carelessly down her neck to the hips. But it was that no one loved her for what she was other than her wealth and beauty. But a month before she had found the right one and today he was going to come home.

She took the candle from the big oak table and started upstairs to her room. It was beautiful with artistic wooden works all over the wall and scented candles adorned the room. Her wardrobe stood with a grace that was carved out of teak and gold. She skimmed through her evening gowns and found one that she liked .It was a violet silk that was adorned with beautiful embroidery and pearls. She slipped it on and got ready for her big night. She was in a fantasy world where there were only two people herself and her Fiancé Adrian. Her lips curled into a smile and she slipped into a sleep full of dreams wishing that she would never lose him as long as she was alive…

It was the loud knock on the door that woke her up. She rushed to the mirror, gussied up and ran forward to attend the door for she knew whom it was! Adrian stood at the door. She went to him. He took her into his arms and kissed her lightly on the lips. She blushed and pulled back. She was surprised by the coldness of his lips. Taking the candle, she showed him the way into the house. Adrian took his seat besides the fireplace and admired her silently. She looked beautiful. The gown flowed around her beautiful body. The golden hair was pulled back and some soft curls fell on either side framing her face. He walked unto her and hugged her presenting her with a tender kiss on the lips. She loved to be kissed by him but the chill of his lips was too much for her. She asked him to take a seat and was about to ask for his coat when she noticed that he was not wearing one. In spite of the cold weather, he was wearing a thin shirt. She saw that it was stained with blood. She asked him what had happened. He told her that he had a small accident and it was fine. She smiled and went to get some tea and sent her maid to get some fruits.

They sat besides the fire talking and laughing. She knew he was the one. She kissed him and he returned it. She did not mind the chill. His hands moved up her gown. He caressed her face and kissed her and she collapsed with love hopelessly into his arms.

Her maid was calling her frantically downstairs. She could see the irritation in her lover’s eyes but decided to check her. She slipped her gown on pulled her hair back and went downstairs.

“What” She barked at Maria her maid and eyed Joseph her driver standing next to her.
“We were on our way to the market when we saw master Adrian’s car turned over to the side of the road. And we went there to check the car and….” She trailed off

Oh my God! His body must be aching. Quick get some hot water.” She rushed to her bedroom but she saw nobody there. To the left of her bed on the table stood a bouquet of red flowers and there was a small box. She took the box .It was smeared with blood. Inside was a ring with a diamond. There was a scrawling on the wooden desk.

“I love you. I could not leave you without saying Goodbye. Goodbye my lady”

“We checked the car and he was dead in the backseat along with his driver.”
She could see the diamond shining just like the tear running down the cheek…

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lefty584 asked:


We have a really old antique table in my bedroom, and i left a glass on there throughout the day, it had left this really gross looking grey ring. What is happening to the wood when that happens?

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pebbles_1472 asked:


When I was married the first time, I got my wedding rings soldered together. Now that I am divorced and my children are getting older, I think about what I am going to do with my rings. I would like to give the band to my son and the diamond to my daughter. Can a jeweler get them apart without harming them?

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Louise Coulson asked:


While the first criteria for jewelry is beauty, even the most gorgeous pieces of jewelry can be worn to distract from either the jewelry itself or your outfit. The occasion frequently dictates the rules of fashion. You should be the center of attention, not your jewelry. Jewelry is an accessory – an adornment.

Too Much Jewelry

Perhaps the most common jewelry faux paux is wearing too much jewelry. It can confuse the eye and blend your pieces into the appearance of only one piece of rather gaudy jewelry. A stack of bangles worn with layers of bead and chain necklaces and large dangly earrings and several rings is just too much of a good thing.

Noisy Jewelry

Along with too much jewelry, noisy jewelry is usually inappropriate. An arm load of bracelets that clanks or tinkles at your every move is distracting and even irritating.

Wrong Weight and Size

Your jewelry should coordinate with the fabrics in your clothing. Heavy shell or wooden beads don’t work with a thin silk blouse. You would be better with several thin chains or a strand of pearls. Pearls are not usually shown at their best with heavy denims or tee shirts. Wear those heavier cork or stone beads with your heavy denims or bulky sweaters. Along the same lines, the length of the necklace should coordinate with your collar. A choker can be worn with a very deep neckline, but if you wear it with a turtle neck or high neck shirt, it looks crowded.

Incompatible Materials

Jewelry can be made of anything from gold and silver with pearls and diamonds to copper washers with natural stone beads. The gemstones and materials used in your jewelry should coordinate, not class with each other. A skilled designer can coordinate even seemingly incompatible materials for a unique and striking look.

Incorrect Size

If you are a larger sized person, tiny jewelry will get “lost” on you and can make you look even larger. If you wear jewelry in proportion to your body, it helps unify your look. A tiny person in huge jewelry or too much jewelry can look almost like a child playing dress up.

No Focal Piece

A large necklace, bangle, earrings and ring eliminates the focal point you need for your ensemble. One piece of jewelry can be the focal point and the others can accessorize that piece. Along the same vein, too many matching pieces is just too “cute” to wear. Earrings that match a bracelet or a necklace and matching bracelet look good. If everything matches exactly as a set, it becomes too predictable and lacking in imagination.

Earring Problems

Earrings seem to cause the most frequent faux paux in jewelry. A well-fitted dangling earring calls attention to your shoulders, which is the last feature to age on most women, but a tiny earring on a large woman can give her a “fat-neck” look and long dangling earrings on a woman with long hair can look disorganized and messy. Multiple ear piercings have become fairly common, but the earrings need to be coordinated with each other using the largest in the lowest piercings.

Dirty Jewelry

Dirty jewelry is frequently seen. Earrings and necklaces can be affected by hairspray and cosmetics while cleaning products and lotions can affect rings and bracelets. Keep your jewelry clean by using the cleaning methods recommended for each type of jewelry you wear and your jewelry will create a wonderful accessory for your outfit and your own look.



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? Mrs. Josh ? asked:


I know there’s the engagement ring on the left hand. When you get married, what does the man give the woman? A wedding band to wear on the right hand, or one that matches the engagement ring to wear under the engagement ring? I see some women wearing both, but how is it traditionally supposed to be?
So how come some people wear a matching diamond band with their engagement rings and another plain band on their right hands?

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chocula asked:


I have a filing cabinet that I now need to install a lock on. I have had it for some time, so I no longer have the directions that came with it. So I am not quite sure how to install one piece of the lock.

The lock comes with a metal ring that has two spikes sticking out on one side. This ring appears to be what holds the lock in place to prevent it from spinning right or left when you turn the key. The spikes that stick out, seem like they are supposed to stick in the cabinet so that it holds in place. When I try to stick it in the wood though, the spikes are not the right size. It is not quite big enough to cover the hole. So one side slips in the hole and the other is on the side of it.

Does anyone have one of these file cabinets, and if so can you please help me out?

Thanks

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carolyn mcneil asked:


While many needlepoint books and resources insist that the use of a frame is not necessary for most projects, I am unable to imagine working any needlepoint project without one.

There are two important reasons to use a frame for needlepoint. The first and most important reason for using a frame is to prevent the canvas from becoming distorted by the stitches. The second reason supports the first reason. Working with a frame will free your hands, allowing you to maintain an even rhythm as you work the needle up and down through the canvas. This will enable you to keep your stitch tension even. An even stitch tension is the major factor in preventing canvas distortion. Proper stitch tension will allow the yarn to be kept taut around the canvas threads. Stitch tension that is too loose will cause snagging. Stitch tension that is too tight will, again, distort the canvas. If the canvas becomes severely distorted, finishing the project with a wall frame may become impossible.

There are two basic types of needlepoint frames – the round (hoop) frame and the straight frame.

The hoop frame is sometimes referred to as the tambour frame. This round frame consists of two rings (hoops). The canvas or material would be placed on top of the smaller hoop and the larger hoop would then be placed over the smaller hoop (with the canvas) and tightened by an outside *****. The fabric must be kept taut when the larger hoop is screwed in. Hoop frames are suited to fine detailed work (like embroidery) and should be used when working with softer canvases, such as aida cloth or linen. Hoop frames are available in many sizes, from four inches to twelve inches in diameter. They are also available with many attachments that help make working your project a little easier. The most common hoop frame is the Hand-Held Hoop. This is an extremely portable hoop frame and is available in wood, plastic or metal. The Standing Hoop is the basic hand-held hoop attached to a floor stand. These are generally made of wood and can be adjusted for height and hoop angle. The ***** Hoop is the basic hand-held hoop attached to a flat stand. This hoop stand may be worked on a table. The most common use for the ***** Hoop is to sit on the flat part of the stand and work your project. This is where the name comes from. It should be noted that the angle of the hoop may not be adjustable with the ***** Hoop. There are also hoops available with clamps that attach to the side of a table. These are height and angle adjustable.

The straight frame has also been referred to as the slate frame. The most commonly used straight frame is the Scroll Frame. This frame consists of two dowels that fit into two straight sides. The sides are generally secured by screws on each of the four corners. These screws are used to tighten the sides to the dowels. Scroll Frames are especially useful for large pieces. The canvas would be attached (flat-head thumbtacks are best) to each dowel, with the bottom dowel being turned - or scrolled - until the canvas is tight. The sides of the canvas would then need to be attached to the two straight wooden sides. Again, flat-head thumbtacks work best. This pulls the canvas in four directions. Once you have finished working the area that is visible, simply remove the side thumbtacks, unscrew the tightener screws, roll (scroll) the canvas up until you reach the next portion of your piece, tighten the tightener screws and attach the canvas to the sides, again, with flat-head thumbtacks. Another common straight frame is the Stretcher Bar Frame. The Stretcher Bar Frame consists of four straight wooden pieces that are assembled to create a square or rectangle. The canvas is attached to all four straight wooden pieces (flat-head thumbtacks are best, but you may use staples). This frame is available in many different sizes. Be sure to choose a size that is sufficient for your piece. The inside measurements of the frame should be slightly larger than the area of the canvas that is to be worked. Stretcher Bar Frames may also be used to frame the finished piece. As with hoop frames, straight frames have a few attachments available to make your project easier to work. Straight frames may be mounted on floor stands, keeping your hands completely free. The height and angle of the frame are adjustable with floor stands. Some straight frames come equipped with a sit-on stand. Again, the height and angle of the frame are adjustable.

The final decision about working with a frame is, of course, up to you. A list of recommended frames and frame accessories may be found on the right side of the stitchopedia Frames page.



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L?VE asked:


pref. princess cut.. elegant and vintage inspired. I want something that is good quality but not too over the top with the price.

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Marmoset Kitten asked:


I’m a straight girl, and I wear a wooden weaved thumb ring on my left hand. I’ve had people telling me that if you wear a thumb ring, it means your gay/bisexual/lesbian. Why is this? And who made it up? Because TBH, I think it’s ridiculous. I don’t have a problem with *** people, my sister is gay, I just don’t want people getting the wrong idea.

If you saw someone with a thumb ring, would you think that that person was ***?
I’m not going to stop wearing my thumb ring - because I love it and I think it’s a quirky. I was just wanting to know whether it was just one of those stupid things going round about “classifying” *** people. I just googles it - and it’s being said on other websites.. it’s so stupid.

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John Morris asked:


The are so many chess sets on the market today that it can be very confusing when you are trying to buy one. Chess sets are either used in playing or as a decoration in the living room or den. Chess sets are even used as centerpieces for libraries and studies. Some chess sets are even considered as heirlooms and are valued for their collectible quality.

1. Determine Your Reasons

Are you going to play with it or you going to use it for decorative purposes only? If you are going to play with it then look for a practical looking set. It should also fit your personal taste in the style.

2. Price

It is advisable to buy the best quality chess set that your budget can afford. A good chess set can last a lifetime and can even become an heirloom. You will definitely be admired by your friends when you take out a beautiful chess set. Of course, a finely crafted chess set can enhance every chess players’ playing experience.

3. Tournament Guidelines

Unless you are using the chess set for official tournament use, you can do away with considering the size of the chess pieces in relation to the board. Nevertheless, the general guideline is that the King’s base should be 78% of the width of a square. To get this, divide the King’s base diameter by 0.78 and you get the proper square size. You can increase the square size by 1/8, but the square size should not be any smaller. This info is valuable if you are buying the pieces separate from the board.

4. Durability

Choose an extremely durable chess set if you are planning to use your chess set daily and take it to tournaments and clubs. A weighted plastic chess set would be a good choice. If you need a handy chess set that you could carry anywhere then it is advisable that you get a travel chess set which are small and compact. These kind of chess is usually magnetic or pegged to protect against bumps and jolts. The boards can be folded and the pieces and pawns can be kept inside. Travel chess sets ara available for for somewhere around $20 A very basic one can even be had for $10 or less. You may even find miniature ones sold in most dollar stores.

6. Special Considerations For Wooden Sets

If you are buying a chess set that is made from wood then choose good quality wood. Wood is definitely a good material for a chess set. They are very impressive to look at and the pieces feel very solid. The only disadvantage is that they can be really heavy and are therefore not ideal for traveling. Wood chess sets will definitely be a great addition to your home or office. Wood sets and the prices can range from 50$ to as high as $5,000. In general, ebony is more expensive than rosewood, which is, in turn, more expensive than boxwood, etc. Exotic woods are more expensive still. There are less expensive sets that are made from oak, pine or walnut. In buying a wooden chess set let your budget be your guide.

7. Check For Uniformity

When buying a chess set check out the pieces, particularly the knights which can represent up to 50% of the total cost of all the chess pieces. The quality of the turnings, the finish and the uniformity also add to cost of the set. You must also check the craftsmanship of the King’s crown that is usually decorative. Keep in mind that the King and the Knight are two of the most important pieces of a chess set.

8. Decorative Sets

Chess sets that are made from crystal or bone china are generally termed as Glass. These sets are commonly used for decorative purposes but you can also find glass sets that are practical. Crystal pieces are generally heavy while china pieces will feel a bit light unless they have weighted bases. These kinds of chess sets are definitely nice to look at but they are very fragile and will break once they are dropped. They are also easily dirtied by dust and fingerprints. Although beautiful to look at, the pieces will break if dropped and fingerprints can become a problem on some models. They’re dust collectors too. Many people keep a glass set for looks and another type for actual play. Glass chess sets average in the $300 to $2,000 range.



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