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I have seen House of Staunton Chess Sets advertised on other websites made out of a wood called Sheeshamwood. What is this?

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I have seen House of Staunton Chess Sets advertised on other websites made out of a wood called Sheeshamwood. What is this?

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Simply put, Sheeshamwood (or Sheesham) is another name for Golden Rosewood. Some retailers refer to our Golden Rosewood Chess Sets as Sheeshamwood because it is a more exotic sounding name and it gives the appearance of exclusivity.