Marcus Antonius (83 BC- 30 BC), known in English as Mark Antony or Anthony

The inspiration for this unique Chess-set came from a hero of Italian history know for his heroism and his love affair with the legendary Queen Cleopatra of Egypt, the design of the coins would remind you the colonnade of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

Mark Antony, was a Roman politician and general. He was an important supporter and a loyal friend of Julius Caesar. After Caesar's death in October 41 BC, Antony invited Cleopatra the queen of Egypt to visit him; they formed an Alliance and became lovers. Later their love affair became the subject of many European plays, poems and paintings.

The elegant design makes this chess-set is another equally important collector's set as the King Arthur and Sir Lancelot for serious collectors. Number of each set of the series will be limited for sale. Early reservation with a small deposit is recommended. (See details of the series.)

This unique set has king size of 4", so very economically priced at £495 for collectors who would like to acquire a piece of limited edition at a modest price.