Archeology
Excavation of ancient tsarist chessboard
The 17th-century chessboard was engraved on the seat surface so that the players could easily hide it when the Tsar's soldiers came to check it out.
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Ancient chessboard in secret room in 13th century castle
Nine generals chessboards were found in the underground room connecting the castle on the Russian island to the nearby city of Vyborg.