It"s dark grain versus light in the Sheesam American Emperor Chess Pieces - Double Weighted. The wooden pieces come in a sheesam and natural boxwood finish and boast the classic Staunton style. Every piece from this traditional collection has been double weighted for superior balance and would make a magnificent addition to your table. About WorldWise Imports: Specializing in retail and online merchants, Worldwise Import founder Cheryl Stern has assembled a team that has the experience necessary to import the very best international products. Since 2001, the team has traveled all five continents to find and supply the finest in chess, backgammon, cribbage, and other traditional games, as well as some exotic and not so traditional games. Worldwise Imports" commitment to excellence has helped it become a leader in world import markets. * Traditional-style chess pieces * Made from natural wood * 3-inch tall king piece * Double-weighted * Opposing armies in sheesam and boxwood finish