Black & Natural Boxwood Chess Pieces

Boxwood is a fine grained hardwood that has a slightly yellowish hue to its appearance. It is favorite among woodcarvers due to its workability and knack for taking fine detail. Boxwood is also a very dense wood, as it is one of the few woods that has a greater density than water. In 15th century Europe, Boxwood was widely used for engraving, printing and eventually mold-making. It remains a popular choice for wood sculptures and carvings today.