I started and finished The Queen's Gambit in the span of one weekend. I couldn't get enough, and I'm hoping desperately for a season two, but the one thing I kept thinking while watching is, though I'm enjoying myself thoroughly, how much more fun this show would be if I actually knew anything about chess. As it stands, I know next to nothing, except that there's a queen and a king, though I'm now familiar with the rook and bishop. If there's someone in your life who's equally obsessed with the Netflix miniseries, you've got to get them a chess set.
These 23 options will keep you entertained throughout the holidays, and they also happen to make great gifts. Whether you're looking to up your chess game or learn something new, you'll want to spend all your time studying the board. Keep on reading to shop!
This Handmade Wooden Foldable Staunton Style Chess Set ($48) is a classic, and a great gift.
Go the extra mile with this Personalized Chess Set Box ($28).
How cool is this elaborate Dragon Chess Set ($300)?
The artist in your life will love this Keith Haring Chess Set ($38).
This USAopoly Game of Thrones Collector's Chess Set ($100) is the ultimate collector's item.
Create a chess station with this cool Chess Table ($187, originally $248).
This Wooden Chess Set ($40, originally $45) makes for an awesome gift.
Beginner chess players will like this Handmade Kings Wooden Chess Set ($37).
This MoMA NYC Skyline Chess Set ($135) is gorgeous.
You can take this Chess Armory 15" Wooden Chess Set with Felted Game Board Interior ($29, originally $33) anywhere you go.
This CB2 Acrylic Chess Set ($149) makes a statement.
This Personalized Chess Board ($100) is such a thoughtful gift.
How cool is this Mercer41 Handmade Besaw Gray Chess Board Game ($77, originally $148)?
We love the look of this Unique Olive Wood Rustic Chess Set Board ($129).
Study the game with this Heirloom Chess Set ($35).
This Lego Iconic Chess Set ($95) is awesome.
May the force be with you when you play this Star Wars Chess Game ($40).
Spend all afternoon playing with this Wegiel Handmade European Ambassador Chess Set ($105).
This CB2 Marble Chess Game ($100) is so good looking.
This MoMA Two-in-One Chess & Checkers Set ($55) is one they'll be happy to display.
We want this Hey! Play! Deluxe 7-in-1 Game Set ($45) for ourselves.
This Board Game Set ($45, originally $60) will let them play a whopping 15 different games.
How cool is this 3-in-1 Game Set — Chess, Checkers, and Backgammon ($33)?