Don't like th horse in the picture.
Most expensive chess set in the world: 9.8 million USD


Excellent use of materials. So it sits somewhere and doesn't get used. This is on par with trophies - a mere notation could be made but we end up cluttering space with objects of notoriety.

Of course I play chess. I've been busy with the election, but since the election was a hoax I will now be PAWNING NOOBS AGAIN!

Bill gates should've done that glasses and microphone trick that Magnus did in NYC with a kid. Magnus fed the kid moves via camera in glasses and microphone. Gates could've paid Hikaru to feed him the moves. Doesnt guarantee a win but it would guarantee a shocked Magnus.

If you're seeking out a few high-priced chess units that is what you're looking for Diamond Chess Set
The most expensive chess set in the world is the Jewel Royale, according to this website: http://www.bornrich.com/worlds-most-expensive-chess-sets.html
The king piece alone uses 146 diamonds and 73 rubies studded in 165.2 grams of 18 carat gold.
At 9.8 million USD, this is the most expensive set in the world.