Unique Marble Chess Sets
For centuries marble has been a choice in fine construction from our monuments to the palaces for royalty. Since it can be carved into a variety of shapes with great attention to detail, the design is only limited by the imagination of the artist working with this elegant stone. Marble has become a favorite medium for Greek and Roman sculptors and architects; this elegant stone has become a cultural symbol that reflects tradition and refined taste. In folklore, marble is a symbol of the astrological sign Gemini. Pure white marble is a sign of purity. It is also associated with immortality, and an insurer of success in the field of education.Another stone that is very similar in feel and texture is alabaster and it is also beautiful stone that makes a very appealing chess set. So if you are a fan of chess and like the feel and look of stone alabaster or marble is an excellent choice.