RARE LOT LIMITED FRANKLIN MINT CIVIL WAR GETTYSBURG CHESS SET GOLD ... The Franklin Mint Gettysburg Gold & Silver Edition Civil War Chess Set features detailed, hand-painted pewter pieces representing Union and Confederate figures, plated in gold and silver tones, on a hardwood board with a map design, commissioned by The National Historical Society as a collectible tribute to the battle. It's a sought-after vintage set, often found on auction sites like eBay and auction houses, known for its intricate detail and historical accuracy, with individual pieces or full sets available.
Key Characteristics Pieces: Hand-painted pewter figures, often described as "gold" (Union) and "silver" (Confederate), though typically gold-plated or painted, not solid gold.
Theme: Depicts historical figures and elements from the Battle of Gettysburg. Board: A hardwood board, with a map of the Gettysburg battlefield.
Edition: A limited edition from The National Historical Society.