Chess can be a very fun and challenging game. For some people though, chess is more than a game. Instead they collect decorative chess sets. In fact, some chess sets are so special and elaborate that they are being auctioned off with high price tags.

Take for example the chess set called Cleopatra the Queen of the Nile. The entire set is beautifully made from teak and crushed alabaster that resembles ivory. All figures are very detailed as they were hand painted by Italian artisans. The graceful lines and meticulous construction make each piece a work of art in itself.