Franklin Mint 24k Revolutionary War Chess Set Freedoms Foundation Valley Forge For Sale

The Franklin Mint Revolutionary War Chess Set is a HIGHLY collectible thematic set issued in the mid 1980\'s, created for The Freedom Foundations at Valley Forge.While the Franklin Mint produced several historical sets featuring pewter pieces with enameled detailing—most notably their iconic 1983 Civil War set—the American Revolution edition specifically highlights the founding figures of the United States facing off against the British Crown.The American Forces (White/Silver):Led by King George Washington and Queen Martha Washington.The Bishops are Generals Henry Knox and Anthony Wayne.The Knights are General von Steuben and the Marquis de Lafayette.The Rooks are styled as the Liberty Bell.The Pawns represent Washington\'s Life Guard.The British Forces (Black/Gold):Led by King George III and Queen Charlotte.The Bishops are Charles Cornwallis and William Howe.The Knights are Sir Henry Clinton and John Burgoyne.The Rooks feature the King\'s Crown.The Pawns represent the Black Watch 42nd Highland Regiment.Board & Craftsmanship Details:The original set paired these sculptures with a polished walnut case featuring built-in storage drawers underneath for the pieces. The top of the board showcases a beautifully detailed metal map etching of the thirteen original colonies, with individual alternating squares finished in silver and 24-karat gold plating over brass.Status: Long out of production and officially retired.***See More Similar Items That May Pique Your Interests (some shown in photos 22-24 above)...Just Click on \"NolaFrenchQuarterTrader\" at the Top of the Page to See More in Our Little Store***