What is the difference between Ebonized and Genuine Ebony Chess pieces?
Ebonization, the process in which Ebonized Chessmen is created,. In this process, Boxwood (the wood used to create the white pieces) Chess pieces are treated with a special stain to turn them jet black in color. When done properly, brand new Ebonized Chessmen are nearly indistinguishable from Genuine Ebony Chessmen. Ebonized Chess pieces are often referred to as faux Ebony, because it has the look and feel of Genuine Ebony at a fraction of the cost. Over time, the Ebonizing can wear off on the sharp corners and details of the Chessmen, but it is easily restored using a black marker.
