I think that one of the reasons chess is so popular even with those who cannot play it very well, or even *will* not play it, is the aesthetic value of a decent set. And here's a video description of high-end sets being built in India by skilled craftsmen. As usual, the high price is due to the time it takes to produce the pieces; naturally, the knights are the most complicated and time-consuming to build.
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