{"title":"Staunton Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe classic design that every chess player recognises, \u003cstrong\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e are the global standard for the game. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1849, the Staunton pattern became the official choice for tournaments thanks to its clean shapes, balanced proportions, and easy piece identification. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a new player learning the basics or an experienced competitor preparing for serious play, \u003cstrong\u003eStaunton pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver clarity, reliability and timeless style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Sterling Chess, we stock one of Australia's most refined selections of \u003cstrong\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e, sourced from respected makers known for their craftsmanship and attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dgt-electronic-classic-chess-pieces","title":"DGT Electronic Classic Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eDGT Electronic Classic Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DGT Electronic Classic chess pieces are crafted for players who value precision, tradition, and classic design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-polished, each Staunton-style piece delivers exceptional feel and stability throughout every match. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with four queens, they enhance exclusivity, rarity, and collectible appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir seamless compatibility with all DGT electronic boards makes them an indispensable choice for recording, broadcasting, or online gaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining modern technology with heritage craftsmanship, these pieces bring an unmatched sense of confidence and refinement to every game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"DGT Electronic Classic Chess Pieces on a white background\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DGT_Electronic_Classic_Chess_Pieces_-_CHCA32_800x500_1.jpg?v=1759888101\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-5JLbjhte0c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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seamless integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for accurate recording, reliable broadcasting, and effortless online gameplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefined black stained finish brings classic style to every chessboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced proportions and robust knight create a commanding presence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern technology meets heritage craftsmanship in every Classic piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompatible with all DGT boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute consistency across every DGT board defines the DGT Electronic Classic chess pieces. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers never question functionality because each piece responds flawlessly during setup, recording, and online play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth integration eliminates frustration, ensuring every move registers with precision. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionals and enthusiasts trust this set because it never interrupts focus, even during high-stakes tournaments. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfidence builds when technology performs without compromise, and that reliability makes the experience truly seamless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"DGT Electronic Classic Chess Pieces (white pieces) on a checkered board\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DGT_Electronic_Classic_Chess_Pieces_-_CHCA32_800x500_2.jpg?v=1759888101\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eUnrivalled craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery detail of the DGT Electronic Classic chess pieces reflects craftsmanship that stands the test of time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-finished with care, each piece carries a refined balance that appeals to players who value authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic styling never fades, ensuring the set remains as professional as the day it was created. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis enduring charm makes the Classic pieces a trusted companion for both serious tournaments and cherished games at home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers choose them not only for performance but for the unmistakable presence of true craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"DGT Electronic Classic Chess Pieces (black pieces) on a checkered board\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DGT_Electronic_Classic_Chess_Pieces_-_CHCA32_800x500_3.jpg?v=1759888101\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Liv7qohXi8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-KpD6yPdYgf\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-KpD6yPdYgf\"\u003eDGT Electronic Classic chess pieces frequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan these pieces be used for broadcasting or online play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. 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You can play with confidence knowing help is just a call or email away. This warranty covers you against product defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery DGT product sold by Sterling Chess is 100% genuine and sourced directly from DGT's official distributors. You get full warranty coverage and local support from our team of chess experts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DGT","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":54193331110256,"sku":"CHCA32","price":499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Weighted","offer_id":54193331143024,"sku":"CHCA32W","price":749.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DGTElectronicClassicChessPieces-CHCA32_800x800_1.jpg?v=1759889195"},{"product_id":"dgt-official-fide-electronic-chess-pieces-weighted","title":"DGT Official FIDE Electronic Chess Pieces (Weighted)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eDGT Official FIDE Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DGT Official FIDE Electronic chess pieces bring a rare balance of tradition and modern design to every game. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from quality boxwood and finished in a style inspired by Greek architectural proportions, this set connects seamlessly to electronic boards for tournament or personal use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Daniel Weil of Pentagram, the pieces combine timeless Staunton influence with a refined, contemporary look. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo additional queens are included, giving players the tools for advanced play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst used at the 2013 World Championship, these pieces carry true chess history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg 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class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst used in the 2013 World Championship between Magnus Carlsen and Vishy Anand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned by Daniel Weil for a balance of tradition and modernity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspired by Greek architecture proportions blended with classic Staunton influence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted construction ensures natural stability in every game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrafted from durable boxwood with ebony substitute for lasting quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two extra queens to support advanced endgame possibilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial FIDE design trusted in the 2013 World Championship match\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with DGT electronic boards for smooth tournament integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eEnjoy official FIDE DGT-enabled chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst used in the legendary 2013 World Championship between Magnus Carlsen and Vishy Anand, this set carries true competitive history. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece from the DGT Official FIDE Electronic chess pieces reflects Daniel Weil’s design mastery, balancing tradition with modern refinement. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the timeless Staunton style and classical Greek proportions, the set speaks to players who value both heritage and innovation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighted construction gives each move natural stability, while the design delivers elegance worthy of the world’s greatest matches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaying with them feels authentic, precise, and unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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ebony chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted for lasting quality, the DGT Official FIDE Electronic chess pieces use boxwood for the white set and a carefully chosen ebony substitute for the black. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination creates a striking contrast that feels both elegant and practical. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers appreciate the natural texture of the wood and the balanced weight that brings stability to every move. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe materials reflect thoughtful design without sacrificing durability, giving the set a refined presence on the board. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a build that honors tradition while staying accessible for modern play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"DGT Official FIDE Electronic Chess Pieces (Weighted-black pieces) on a white background\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DGT_Official_FIDE_Electronic_Chess_Pieces_Weighted_-_CHCA36W_800x500_2.jpg?v=1759903606\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-YrtE2LuEhQ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-NUFVzMYaDU\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-NUFVzMYaDU\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-NUFVzMYaDU   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompatible with all DGT boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-NUFVzMYaDU     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute consistency across every DGT board defines the DGT Official FIDE chess pieces. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers never question functionality because each piece responds flawlessly during setup, recording, and online play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth integration eliminates frustration, ensuring every move registers with precision. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionals and enthusiasts trust this set because it never interrupts focus, even during high-stakes tournaments. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfidence builds when technology performs without compromise, and that reliability makes the experience truly seamless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-NUFVzMYaDU  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"DGT Official FIDE Electronic Chess Pieces (Weighted) on a chessboard\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DGT_Official_FIDE_Electronic_Chess_Pieces_Weighted_-_CHCA36W_800x500_4.jpg?v=1759903606\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-NUFVzMYaDU\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-0pWfH3exua\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-KpD6yPdYgf\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-KpD6yPdYgf\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Nl82iH7w58\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Nl82iH7w58 page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces suitable for serious tournament play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, they are. The DGT Official FIDE Electronic Chess Pieces were created for professional use and trusted in world championship play, making them ideal for both high-level competition and personal improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes these pieces different from other electronic sets?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey combine championship history, Daniel Weil’s design expertise, and high-quality materials. The blend of boxwood and ebony substitute provides durability and elegance, while the weighted build gives a stable, authentic playing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo these pieces work with all DGT electronic boards?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, they are fully compatible with DGT electronic boards. The pieces connect seamlessly, ensuring accurate move registration during both online and over-the-board play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow durable are the materials used for the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white pieces are crafted from solid boxwood, while the black set uses a carefully chosen ebony substitute. This pairing offers long-lasting durability without compromising on the visual contrast and refined look players expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are two extra queens included in the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvanced play often requires pawn promotions, and the two extra queens ensure you never have to compromise during endgame situations. It’s a practical addition that makes a real difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this the same design used in the 2013 World Championship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the same design debuted in the 2013 match between Magnus Carlsen and Vishy Anand. 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You can play with confidence knowing help is just a call or email away. This warranty covers you against product defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery DGT product sold by Sterling Chess is 100% genuine and sourced directly from DGT's official distributors. You get full warranty coverage and local support from our team of chess experts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DGT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52586208100720,"sku":"CHCA36W","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DGTOfficialFIDEElectronicChessPieces_Weighted_-CHCA36W_800x800_1.jpg?v=1759906432"},{"product_id":"sunrise-colombian-staunton-ebonised-100mm-chess-pieces","title":"Sunrise Colombian Staunton Ebonised 100mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003ePlay like a champion with the Sunrise Colombian Staunton Ebonised chess pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA beautifully sculpted knight design that instantly stands out on the board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted by highly skilled turners and carvers for unmatched authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividually hand polished with lacquer and buffing wheel for smooth finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable solid boxwood construction built to last through years of use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes two extra queens to make pawn promotion simple and practical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA commanding 100mm tall king with a stable 40mm wide base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegant profiles and refined detailing crafted for serious players and collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely carved and polished pieces offering both timeless style and lasting appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eShowcase authentic craftsmanship of boxwood chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkilled hands shape every curve, giving each piece a unique story carved into durable boxwood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsmen use years of experience to turn raw material into something authentic and full of character. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce carved, each piece gets hand polished with lacquer and finished on a buffing wheel for a flawless surface that feels as good as it looks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sunrise Colombian Staunton Ebonised chess pieces capture this blend of craft and care, delivering authenticity, durability, and a smooth finish built to last through countless games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Colombian Staunton Ebonised White Chess Pieces on a white background\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sunrise_Colombian_Staunton_Ebonised_10cm_Chess_Pieces_Weighted_-_CHI108_E400_800x500_3.jpg?v=1759966209\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTimeless artistry and high-end craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight commands attention with its thick flowing mane, slim neck, and upright ears, creating a presence no other piece matches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven the bishop, with its angular shape and small ball finial, carries a distinctive profile that adds balance to the set. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece shows meticulous carving and fine polish, reflecting the work of skilled artisans who respect tradition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant lines and refined detailing give the Sunrise Colombian Staunton Ebonised chess pieces a timeless look designed for collectors and serious players who appreciate beauty and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Colombian Staunton Ebonised Black Chess Pieces on a white background\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sunrise_Colombian_Staunton_Ebonised_10cm_Chess_Pieces_Weighted_-_CHI108_E400_800x500_2.jpg?v=1759966209\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-0pWfH3exua\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-KpD6yPdYgf\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-KpD6yPdYgf\"\u003eSunrise Colombian Staunton Ebonised chess pieces frequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Nl82iH7w58\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Nl82iH7w58 page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces actually made from solid wood or a composite?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are carved from durable solid boxwood, a hardwood known for its strength and reliability. Each piece is made to withstand years of regular play without losing its shape or detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow are the pieces finished to achieve such a smooth surface?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery single piece is hand polished with lacquer and finished on a buffing wheel. This careful process creates a refined, smooth surface that feels comfortable in your hand and looks impressive on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the knight such a standout piece in this set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight has a thick flowing mane, slim neck, and upright ears, giving it a bold and commanding profile. It’s the showcase piece of the design and often the first detail collectors notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo the bishops have the traditional Staunton look I’m used to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bishops have a slightly angular design with a small ball finial. While different from some other Staunton sets, they still fit seamlessly with the overall elegant profile and balance of the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size are the king and base, and why does it matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king stands 100mm tall with a wide 40mm base. This gives the pieces a strong, stable presence on the board and makes them suitable for serious play as well as display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the set include everything needed for competitive play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, along with the standard 32 pieces, the set comes with two extra queens. This makes pawn promotion simple during competitive games, ensuring you never run short of the pieces you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-vrCtATBLdC  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #fff;  font-size: ;  text-align: center;    color: #fff !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-FNtViiEhnN  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    margin-bottom: 0px;  margin-top: 0px;  \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73 { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  { text-align: null;  order: -1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-43Y4bTsj73  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73 {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-0pWfH3exua {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_heading-KpD6yPdYgf { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  #HEADING-KpD6yPdYgf {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-Nl82iH7w58 {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 798px) {\n          #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    \n  }      #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73 {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-0pWfH3exua {\n    \n  }  #HEADING-KpD6yPdYgf {\n    \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-Nl82iH7w58 {\n    \n  }\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial\u003cbr\u003eEbonised Boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing height:\u003cbr\u003e100mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Base:\u003cbr\u003e40mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s In The Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 set Sunrise Colombian Staunton Ebonised Chess Pieces\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Sunrise products are backed by a two year warranty. This warranty covers you against manufacturer defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf for some reason your item doesn't work as expected, simply contact us and we'll either repair your item under warranty or we may be able to offer a refund\/exchange. Again, if for some reason your item doesn't work as expected, contact us right away and we'll sort out any issues ASAP.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunrise Chess \u0026 Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52588390515056,"sku":"CHI108 E400","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseColombianStauntonEbonised10cmChessPieces_Weighted_-CHI108E400_800x800_1.jpg?v=1759967200"},{"product_id":"sunrise-colombian-staunton-acacia-boxwood-100mm-chess-pieces","title":"Sunrise Colombian Staunton Acacia\/Boxwood 100mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC \"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003ePlay like a world-champion with the Sunrise Colombian Staunton Acacia\/Boxwood chess pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is built for players who value craftsmanship and presence on the board. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe darker pieces are carved from rich acacia, while the lighter pieces are shaped from fine boxwood, creating a striking contrast that looks refined in any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is carefully handcrafted, hand-polished with solid lacquer, and finished on a buffing wheel for a smooth, flawless surface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight, with its detailed mane and upright stance, instantly draws attention, while the 100mm king and 40mm base give the set a commanding presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  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features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA beautifully sculpted knight design that instantly stands out on the board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack pieces crafted from rich acacia contrast beautifully with light boxwood pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted by highly skilled turners and carvers for unmatched authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually hand polished with lacquer and buffing wheel for smooth finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable solid construction built to last through years of use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two extra queens to make pawn promotion simple and practical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA commanding 100mm tall king with a stable 40mm wide base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant profiles and refined detailing crafted for serious players and collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height:20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN \"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHigh-end craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkilled hands shape every curve, giving each piece a unique story carved into natural wood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe darker pieces are crafted from rich acacia, while the lighter ones are made from fine boxwood, creating a classic contrast that feels timeless on the board. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce carved, every piece is hand polished with lacquer and finished on a buffing wheel for a flawless surface that looks refined and feels smooth to the touch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blend of acacia and boxwood delivers authenticity, durability, and lasting quality built for countless games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sunrise_Colombian_Staunton_Acacia_Boxwood_10cm_Chess_Pieces_-_CHI108_S400_800x500_3.jpg?v=1759968966\" alt=\"Sunrise Colombian Staunton Acacia\/Boxwood Black Chess Pieces on a white background\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height:20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73 \"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTimeless artistry in every piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight commands attention with its thick flowing mane, slim neck, and upright ears, creating a presence no other piece matches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven the bishop, with its angular shape and small ball finial, carries a distinctive profile that adds balance to the set. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece shows meticulous carving and fine polish, reflecting the work of skilled artisans who respect tradition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant lines and refined detailing give the Sunrise Colombian Staunton Acacia\/Boxwood chess pieces a timeless look designed for collectors and serious players who appreciate beauty and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sunrise_Colombian_Staunton_Acacia_Boxwood_10cm_Chess_Pieces_-_CHI108_S400_800x500_2.jpg?v=1759968967\" alt=\"Sunrise Colombian Staunton Acacia\/Boxwood Black Chess Pieces on a white background\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-0pWfH3exua\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height:20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-KpD6yPdYgf\"\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-KpD6yPdYgf \"\u003eSunrise Colombian Staunton Acacia\/Boxwood chess pieces frequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Nl82iH7w58\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Nl82iH7w58 page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat materials are used to make the dark and light pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe dark pieces are carved from rich acacia wood, while the lighter ones are made from fine boxwood. This combination not only creates a beautiful contrast on the board but also ensures lasting durability with the natural strength of both hardwoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow are the pieces finished to achieve such a smooth surface?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eEvery single piece is hand polished with lacquer and finished on a buffing wheel. This careful process creates a refined, smooth surface that feels comfortable in your hand and looks impressive on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the knight such a standout piece in this set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe knight has a thick flowing mane, slim neck, and upright ears, giving it a bold and commanding profile. It’s the showcase piece of the design and often the first detail collectors notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDo the bishops have the traditional Staunton look I’m used to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe bishops have a slightly angular design with a small ball finial. While different from some other Staunton sets, they still fit seamlessly with the overall elegant profile and balance of the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat size are the king and base, and why does it matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe king stands 100mm tall with a wide 40mm base. This gives the pieces a strong, stable presence on the board and makes them suitable for serious play as well as display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDoes the set include everything needed for competitive play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes, along with the standard 32 pieces, the set comes with two extra queens. This makes pawn promotion simple during competitive games, ensuring you never run short of the pieces you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-vrCtATBLdC  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #fff;  font-size: ;  text-align: center;    color: #fff !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-FNtViiEhnN  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    margin-bottom: 0px;  margin-top: 0px;  \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73 { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  { text-align: null;  order: -1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-43Y4bTsj73  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73 {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-0pWfH3exua {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_heading-KpD6yPdYgf { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  #HEADING-KpD6yPdYgf {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-Nl82iH7w58 {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 798px) {\n          #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    \n  }      #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73 {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-0pWfH3exua {\n    \n  }  #HEADING-KpD6yPdYgf {\n    \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-Nl82iH7w58 {\n    \n  }\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial\u003cbr\u003eAcacia\/Boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing height:\u003cbr\u003e100mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Base:\u003cbr\u003e40mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s In The Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 set Sunrise Colombian Staunton Acacia\/Boxwood Chess Pieces\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Sunrise products are backed by a two year warranty. This warranty covers you against manufacturer defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf for some reason your item doesn't work as expected, simply contact us and we'll either repair your item under warranty or we may be able to offer a refund\/exchange. Again, if for some reason your item doesn't work as expected, contact us right away and we'll sort out any issues ASAP.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunrise Chess \u0026 Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52588467257712,"sku":"CHI108 S400","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseColombianStauntonAcacia_Boxwood10cmChessPieces-CHI108S400_800x800_1.jpg?v=1759969788"},{"product_id":"sunrise-pershing-ebony-100mm-wood-chess-pieces","title":"Sunrise Pershing Ebony 100mm Wood Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eSunrise Pershing 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, expressive, and crafted with true artistic intention. The Sunrise pershing 100mm wood chess pieces are designed for players and collectors who appreciate refined carving and expressive detail. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery element of the set shows careful craftsmanship—from the compact cross atop the king to the jagged mane of the knight. The deep bishop miter cut adds to the set’s distinctive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from solid ebony for the dark pieces and boxwood for the light pieces, the Pershing series combines classic materials with a bold, modern design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Pershing Ebony 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunrisePershing4.25_WoodChessPieces.jpg?v=1768452354\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-5JLbjhte0c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEbony and boxwood construction for premium contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100mm king with a clean, understated finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide-bishop miter cut for a striking visual identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDramatically carved knight with a jagged, expressive mane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eFree velvet storage bag included with every set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eWeighted pieces for stable, confident movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eTraditional Staunton proportions with artistic flair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eIdeal for collectors and everyday players alike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is built around thoughtful design that refines the traditional Staunton style. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king’s smaller cross complements the statue-like form of the piece, while the bishop’s oversized notch adds both utility and visual distinction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the knight is particularly memorable, with a chiseled, rugged mane that conveys strength and motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony brings depth, weight and a mirror-like polish while boxwood offers smoothness, and clean grain. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, they create a beautiful set that’s suitable for both display and regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Pershing Ebony 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunrisePershing4.25_WoodChessPieces.jpg?v=1768452354\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. Every piece reflects refined artistry and thoughtful design, making each game feel elevated and memorable. From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"What our chess experts think\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-TLWE4aF1Kj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-2SW2XQfk2t\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-2SW2XQfk2t\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-BwtTbk456V\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-BwtTbk456V page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo these chess pieces come with a chessboard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — this is a set of chess pieces (chessmen). A board isn’t included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the black and white pieces made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black pieces are made of ebony, and the white pieces are made of boxwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow tall is the king, and will it feel like a “proper” size set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king stands 100mm tall, so it has a strong, commanding presence on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I return this product if I don't likAre these pieces heavy enough to feel solid during play?e it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set weight is 2.60 kg, which gives it a substantial, premium feel when you handle and move the pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the Pershing design different from a typical set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s got distinctive detailing — a smaller cross on the king, a bishop with an unusually wide notch on top, and a knight with a jagged mane that gives it a fierce look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIf I’m picky about how pieces look up close, will these satisfy that “collector” eye?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the care in the shapes and the overall look is meant to appeal to people who genuinely appreciate the design of chessmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center; 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Games products are covered by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty and our own dedicated Aussie support team. You can play with confidence knowing help is just a call or email away. This warranty covers you against product defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling Chess is an authorised Sunrise reseller. All Sunrise products are 100% genuine and sourced directly from Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games. 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proportions with artistic flair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eIdeal for collectors and everyday players alike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set focuses on classic proportions with world-class carving that’s done by skilled artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece has a balanced shape that keeps the set consistent and well matched across the pieces. The king stands at 100mm, giving you a clear, traditional profile without looking oversized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight is the hero of the set, finished with a windblown mane that adds movement and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarved from solid boxwood by artisans, the pieces show smooth grain and a natural timber finish, making the set suitable as a display figure or use regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Exclusive 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseExclusive10cmWoodChessPieces_4.jpg?v=1773287177\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. Every piece reflects refined artistry and thoughtful design, making each game feel elevated and memorable. From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"What our chess experts think\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces suitable for regular play, not just display?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, they’re carved from solid boxwood and made for handling, so they suit everyday games as well as looking good on a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat exactly does 100mm king height mean in real terms?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means the king stands 100mm tall, giving you a traditional, full-size profile in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat wood are the pieces made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll chessmen in this set are made from boxwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho makes the pieces and where are they carved?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re hand carved in Europe by chess artisans, with extra care put into the detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes this set different from basic wooden chess pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving is more expressive, especially the knight with its windblown mane, so the set has more character than standard turned pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy is the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set weighs 2.50kg, which helps it sit more securely during play and when stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center; 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overall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eVertical bishop notch delivers a distinctive, modern profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eChamfered bases add crisp lines and stable footing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eFree velvet storage bag included with every set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eIdeal for collectors and everyday players alike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set leans into bold design choices while keeping a familiar Staunton design, making it one of the premium sets of Sunrise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king stands out with its irregular cross, giving the piece 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20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. 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From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" alt=\"What our chess experts think\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this a full-size set or more of a display piece?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a full-size set, with a 100mm king that suits serious play and looks great out on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat woods are the pieces made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark pieces are ebony and the light pieces are boxwood, so you’re getting solid timber materials rather than cheap composites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy is the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set weighs 2.50kg, which helps the pieces sit firmly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes this design different from typical Staunton pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king has an irregular cross on top, the bishop uses a vertical notch, and the knight is carved with a solid, defined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the knight well carved?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s described as very solid and perfectly carved, with detail that gives the piece real character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill these pieces hold up for regular use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re made from ebony and boxwood and built with a solid, carved form, so they’re suited to regular play as well as display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center; 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page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and expressive, the Sunrise baggio chess pieces are made for players and collectors who value refined carving and strong detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece shows careful craftsmanship, with distinctive features that give the set its own character and presence on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from solid ebony, these pieces bring a premium look and a satisfying weight of 2.50kg for a more stable, confident game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseBaggio10cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773717299\" alt=\"Sunrise Baggio 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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adds a distinct finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the knight stands out with a carved mane that looks strong and full of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from solid ebony, the set has a dark, premium look with a satisfying 2.50kg overall weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a well-made set that is suitable as a display piece or used regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseBaggio10cmWoodChessPieces_3.webp?v=1773717299\" alt=\"Sunrise Baggio 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. 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From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" alt=\"What our chess experts think\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat wood was used to make these chess pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re made from ebony, which gives you that naturally dark look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo the pieces have enough weight to stay steady?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set weighs 2.50kg overall, so you’re getting a heavier build that sits more securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill these pieces suit regular games or are they mainly for display?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey suit both, because the solid ebony build and heavier overall weight handle regular use well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat’s the real benefit of ebony compared to cheaper woods?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony gives you a denser build so the pieces have a more solid feel in your hand than lighter woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere were these pieces made?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re made by world-class artisans in Europe, which matters because the shaping and finishing are done with care, not rushed production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center; 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Games products are covered by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty and our own dedicated Aussie support team. 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id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is made for players who are looking for premium chess pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black pieces are crafted from ebony, giving them a deep, dark tone that looks high-end on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the white pieces are boxwood, chosen for its smooth finish and bright, natural colour that creates clear contrast against the ebony pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 120mm king and a 50mm base, the centrepiece feels secure when you move it. Extra queens are included so promotions are simple and seamless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseDublinerMontgoy5_WoodChessPieces_3.webp?v=1773722152\" alt=\"Sunrise Dubliner Montgoy 5” Wood Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. Every piece reflects refined artistry and thoughtful design, making each game feel elevated and memorable. From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" alt=\"What our chess experts think\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs ebony actually worth it compared to cheaper black-stained sets?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Ebony gives you a naturally deep black tone and a more premium look on the board, without relying on stain to fake the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill the pieces feel stable or will the tall king tip over easily?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re designed to sit securely. The king is 120mm tall with a 50mm base, so it feels planted when you move it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this include extra queens?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Extra queens let you swap straight in without improvising with another piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill these pieces suit most boards?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey suit most boards. The classic ebony and boxwood look pairs well with a wide range of board colours and finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these chess pieces actually made in Europe?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. These pieces are manufactured in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho makes them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re made by the best European craftsmen working with Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-vrCtATBLdC  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #fff;  font-size: ;  text-align: center;    color: #fff !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-FNtViiEhnN  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    margin-bottom: 0px;  margin-top: 0px;  \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  { text-align: null;  order: -1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-MbuZ6gzlWX  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-VgopGCBoha {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  #HEADING-bClXEqggiI {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 798px) {\n          #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    \n  }      #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-VgopGCBoha {\n    \n  }  #HEADING-bClXEqggiI {\n    \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd {\n    \n  }\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 2.50 KG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHEIGHT OF KING: 120mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKING BASE DIAMETER: 50mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEXTRA QUEENS: YES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMATERIALS USED FOR CHESSMEN: EBONY\/BOXWOOD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s In The Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32x Chess Pieces\u003cbr\u003eFree velvet storage bag\u003cbr\u003eExtra Queens\u003cbr\u003eEverything arrives securely packed and ready to enjoy from the moment you open the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunrise Chess \u0026amp;amp; Games products are covered by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty and our own dedicated Aussie support team. You can play with confidence knowing help is just a call or email away. This warranty covers you against product defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling Chess is an authorised Sunrise reseller. All Sunrise products are 100% genuine and sourced directly from Sunrise Chess \u0026amp;amp; Games. You get full warranty coverage and local support from our team of chess experts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunrise Chess \u0026 Games","offers":[{"title":"Paduk","offer_id":53399080042864,"sku":"CHI131 RED500","price":949.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":53399080075632,"sku":"CHI131 H500","price":949.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseDublinerMontgoy5_WoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773722152"},{"product_id":"sunrise-unicorn-100mm-wood-chess-pieces","title":"Sunrise Unicorn 100mm Wood Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eSunrise Unicorn 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpressive and beautiful handcarved, the Sunrise Unicorn chess pieces stand out with a bold Staunton look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 110mm king and 47mm base gives you stability and every piece has a unique design specific to this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the knights are the highlight, with a majestic lion-like profile, carved eyes, upright ears and a detailed mane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the black pieces made from padauk and white pieces from boxwood, this set has become one of Sunrise’s stand out products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Dubliner Montgoy 5” Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseUnicorn10cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773722644\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-5JLbjhte0c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTowering 150mm king stands out from the board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadauk black pieces deliver rich colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoxwood white pieces for clean, bright contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLion-style knight design with upright ears, open muzzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eIntricately carved knight eyes and mane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eFree velvet storage bag included with every set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eTraditional Staunton proportions with artistic flair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eA standout centerpiece for collectors and players\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set leans into a luxury Staunton design, with pieces that are full of character and premium quality build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the king standing at 110mm tall with a 47mm base, it stays planted when you place it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight is the clear standout. It’s carved with a lion-like profile, with intelligent-looking eyes, an upright ear shape, a detailed mane, and a slightly open muzzle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set’s black pieces are made from padauk and the white pieces are boxwood, giving you a beautiful contrast on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Dubliner Montgoy 5” Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseUnicorn10cmWoodChessPieces_4.webp?v=1773722645\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. Every piece reflects refined artistry and thoughtful design, making each game feel elevated and memorable. From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"What our chess experts think\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces the right size for a standard board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an 110mm king and a 47mm king base, they suit boards that can comfortably take a larger, heavier set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere are these chess pieces made?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re manufactured in Europe by craftsmen working with Sunrise, not mass-produced elsewhere and rebranded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat’s the difference between padauk and boxwood?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePadauk is used for the black pieces and boxwood for the white pieces, giving you strong contrast on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill these pieces suit most boards?Is the knight carving too “showy” for a serious Staunton set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s definitely the centrepiece, but it still sits within a Staunton style set. The lion-like shape, carved eyes, and detailed mane add character without turning the set into a novelty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat techniques are used to make the sets unique?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maker uses carving, burning, and inlaying to create distinctive detail and character across the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes “handcrafted” mean the quality can be inconsistent?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intent is the opposite. Skilled craftsmen focus on careful work, so you’re buying into consistency through experience, not speed through automation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-vrCtATBLdC  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #fff;  font-size: ;  text-align: center;    color: #fff !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-FNtViiEhnN  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    margin-bottom: 0px;  margin-top: 0px;  \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  { text-align: null;  order: -1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-MbuZ6gzlWX  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-VgopGCBoha {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  #HEADING-bClXEqggiI {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 798px) {\n          #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    \n  }      #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-VgopGCBoha {\n    \n  }  #HEADING-bClXEqggiI {\n    \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd {\n    \n  }\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 2.20 KG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHEIGHT OF KING: 110mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKING BASE DIAMETER: 47mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEXTRA QUEENS: YES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMATERIALS USED FOR CHESSMEN: PADAUK\/BOXWOOD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s In The Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32x Chess Pieces\u003cbr\u003eFree velvet storage bag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything arrives securely packed and ready to enjoy from the moment you open the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products are covered by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty and our own dedicated Aussie support team. You can play with confidence knowing help is just a call or email away. This warranty covers you against product defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling Chess is an authorised Sunrise reseller. All Sunrise products are 100% genuine and sourced directly from Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games. You get full warranty coverage and local support from our team of chess experts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunrise Chess \u0026 Games","offers":[{"title":"Redwood","offer_id":53399154229616,"sku":null,"price":949.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":53399154262384,"sku":null,"price":949.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseUnicorn10cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773722644"},{"product_id":"sunrise-corinthian-ebonised-90mm-wood-chess-pieces","title":"Sunrise Corinthian Ebonised 90mm Wood Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eSunrise Corinthian Ebonised 90mm Wood Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and expressive, this set is made for players who care about quality and beauty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Corinthian design has a refined look, with knights that are beautifully carved and full of detail, and the rest of the pieces compete with luxurious sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is balanced and weighted for a solid feel in your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from boxwood and ebonised boxwood in Europe by craftsmen, this is truly a one-of-a-kind set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Corinthian Ebonised 90mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseCorinthianEbonised9cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773801229\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-5JLbjhte0c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorinthian design with Staunton proportions classic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntricately carved knights with standout character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced weighted for consistent feel across set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxwood light pieces deliver crisp, clean lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eEbonised boxwood dark pieces provide rich black finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eCrafted in Europe by skilled chess artisans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eFree velvet storage bag included with every set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eTraditional Staunton proportions with artistic flair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knights are the standout, with detailed work that gives them more life on the board, and the rest of the set keeps that same high-end finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re also properly balanced and weighted so each piece feels solid in your hand and sits firmly during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light pieces are made from boxwood, while the dark pieces use ebonised boxwood for that classic contrast. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn top of that, they’re handcarved in Europe by skilled craftsmen, making the set one of the most sought after sets in the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Corinthian Ebonised 90mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseCorinthianEbonised9cmWoodChessPieces_3.webp?v=1773801229\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. Every piece reflects refined artistry and thoughtful design, making each game feel elevated and memorable. From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"What our chess experts think\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the pieces heavy enough to feel stable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The set is balanced and weighted, so the pieces feel steady in your hand and sit firmly on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the pieces made from, and what does ebonised mean here?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set uses boxwood, with the dark pieces made from ebonised boxwood, which gives them a darker finish while keeping the same wood feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the king size right for regular home play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The king is 90mm tall, which gives you a clear presence on the board without feeling oversized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo the knights look as detailed as the photos?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The knights are known for being very detailed and beautifully carved, and they’re a key highlight of this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere are these pieces made and who makes them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re manufactured in Europe by skilled craftsmen, using techniques like carving and burning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-vrCtATBLdC  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #fff;  font-size: ;  text-align: center;    color: #fff !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-FNtViiEhnN  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    margin-bottom: 0px;  margin-top: 0px;  \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  { text-align: null;  order: -1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-MbuZ6gzlWX  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-VgopGCBoha {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  #HEADING-bClXEqggiI {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 798px) {\n          #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    \n  }      #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-VgopGCBoha {\n    \n  }  #HEADING-bClXEqggiI {\n    \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd {\n    \n  }\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 1.60 KG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHEIGHT OF KING: 90mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMATERIALS USED FOR CHESSMEN: BOXWOOD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s In The Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32x Chess Pieces\u003cbr\u003eFree velvet storage bag\u003cbr\u003eEverything arrives securely packed and ready to enjoy from the moment you open the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products are covered by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty and our own dedicated Aussie support team. You can play with confidence knowing help is just a call or email away. This warranty covers you against product defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling Chess is an authorised Sunrise reseller. All Sunrise products are 100% genuine and sourced directly from Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games. You get full warranty coverage and local support from our team of chess experts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunrise Chess \u0026 Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53400832016752,"sku":"CHI113 E375","price":949.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseCorinthianEbonised9cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773801229"},{"product_id":"sunrise-colombian-staunton-100mm-wood-chess-pieces","title":"Sunrise Colombian Staunton 100mm Wood Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eColombian Staunton 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Colombian Staunton chess pieces are made for players and collectors who value high-quality carving and strong visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece shows careful workmanship—from the crisp crown of the king to the standout knight with its thick mane, slim neck, and upright ears. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bishop holds its own too, with an angular shape and a subtle ball top that adds a clean, distinctive touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Europe by skilled craftsmen, the dark pieces are made from solid acacia and the light pieces from boxwood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith fine polishing and unique detailing techniques, this set delivers a high-end feel that mass production just can’t match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Colombian Staunton 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseColombianStaunton10cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773804617\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-5JLbjhte0c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100mm king height for board presence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark pieces carved from durable acacia hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight pieces made from smooth-grain boxwood timber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed knight with thick mane and upright ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAngular bishop profile finished with subtle top ball\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Europe using carving and burning techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree velvet storage bag included with every set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Staunton proportions with artistic flair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is shaped by careful design, keeping the Staunton look clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king’s compact top suits its tall, statue-like form, while the bishop’s sharp, angular cut and small ball finial add a clear point of difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the knight is the hero piece, with a thick mane, slim neck, and upright ears that give it real presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium acacia gives the dark pieces rich colour while boxwood keeps the light pieces smooth with a clean grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, they create a high-quality set that looks great on display and can also be used regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Colombian Staunton 100mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseColombianStaunton10cmWoodChessPieces_3.webp?v=1773804617\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. Every piece reflects refined artistry and thoughtful design, making each game feel elevated and memorable. From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"What our chess experts think\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the pieces actually made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark pieces are carved from acacia, and the light pieces are carved from boxwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this set sized for a proper tournament-style board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king stands 100mm tall, so it’s a full-size set with a strong presence on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the carving detail consistent across the whole set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The full set is described as impeccably carved and finely polished, not just the feature pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes this set different from mass-produced wooden sets?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s manufactured in Europe by experienced craftsmen, using hands-on techniques like carving and burning to make each set unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the knight actually as good as it looks in the photos?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s the showcase piece of this model, with a thick mane, slimmer neck, and upright ears that really stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the design still feel like Staunton, or is it too modern?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt stays Staunton in silhouette, with distinctive touches like the angular bishop. The carving detail, smooth polish, and unique work like burning give it a high-quality finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-vrCtATBLdC  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #fff;  font-size: ;  text-align: center;    color: #fff !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  .page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y  { color: #000000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000000 !important; }  #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-FNtViiEhnN  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    margin-bottom: 0px;  margin-top: 0px;  \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  { text-align: null;  order: -1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-MbuZ6gzlWX  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #SPACER-VgopGCBoha {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  #HEADING-bClXEqggiI {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 798px) {\n          #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-5JLbjhte0c {\n    \n  }      #WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-Er61A6sJtn {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd {\n    \n  }       #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX {\n    \n  }  #SPACER-VgopGCBoha {\n    \n  }  #HEADING-bClXEqggiI {\n    \n  }  #ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd {\n    \n  }\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT: 1.9 KG \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHEIGHT OF KING: 100mm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMATERIALS USED FOR CHESSMEN: ACACIA\/BOXWOOD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s In The Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32x Chess Pieces\u003cbr\u003eFree velvet storage bag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEverything arrives securely packed and ready to enjoy from the moment you open the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products are covered by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty and our own dedicated Aussie support team. You can play with confidence knowing help is just a call or email away. This warranty covers you against product defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling Chess is an authorised Sunrise reseller. All Sunrise products are 100% genuine and sourced directly from Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games. You get full warranty coverage and local support from our team of chess experts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunrise Chess \u0026 Games","offers":[{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":53400888803696,"sku":"CHI108 E400","price":749.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Acacia\/Boxwood","offer_id":53400888836464,"sku":"CHI108 S400","price":749.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseColombianStaunton10cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773804617"},{"product_id":"sunrise-colombian-staunton-95mm-wood-chess-pieces","title":"Sunrise Colombian Staunton 95mm Wood Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eSunrise Colombian Staunton 95mm Wood Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece in the Sunrise Colombian Staunton set is hand carved, so each one has its own subtle character—finished with crisp detailing that stands out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great pick for serious players and collectors who want a premium, high-quality set of chess pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from durable acacia (black pieces) and boxwood (light pieces), then refined with carving and burning techniques, these chessmen are made in Europe by skilled artisans for a standout look that holds up for years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Colombian Staunton 95mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseColombianStaunton9.5cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773808985\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-5JLbjhte0c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcacia give the dark pieces a rich colour for contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxwood allow the light pieces to display crisp details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature knight with thick mane \u0026amp; upright ears\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngular bishop design topped with small ball on top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eKing stands 95mm for classic Staunton proportions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eColombian motif design adds distinctive character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eHandcarved in Europe by world-class artisans\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eFree velvet storage bag included with every set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set carries a distinct look, inspired by Colombian-style motifs. All the chessmen are hand carved so each piece has its own small differences that add character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with a premium, high-quality finish using acacia for the black pieces and boxwood for the light pieces, these chessmen are made in Europe by skilled craftsmen using carving and burning techniques. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey look sharp on display and are made to handle regular use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sunrise Colombian Staunton 95mm Wood Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseColombianStaunton9.5cmWoodChessPieces_3.webp?v=1773808985\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-sCDu8ou5Rd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. Every piece reflects refined artistry and thoughtful design, making each game feel elevated and memorable. From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"What our chess experts think\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill the pieces all look the same?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chessman is hand carved, so small differences are normal and part of the appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the pieces actually made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black pieces are made from acacia and the light pieces from boxwood, giving you a durable hardwood build with beautiful contrast on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo the details wear off quickly if I play regularly?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces are finely polished and made using carving and burning techniques, so the detailing is part of the build rather than something added on later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere are these pieces made?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re manufactured in Europe by skilled craftsmen, with each piece carved and finished by hand instead of mass production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill the carving and burning feel rough in your hands?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re finely polished after the carving and burning work, so you get the detail without the scratchy feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat’s the one piece that really stands out?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight is the showcase piece, with a thick mane, slimmer neck, and upright ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center; 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set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eIdeal for collectors and everyday players alike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Er61A6sJtn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAbout the pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces follow a distinctive Staunton-style design with a 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class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-MbuZ6gzlWX page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat our chess experts think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-MbuZ6gzlWX     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sterling Chess team absolutely loves Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games products for their remarkable craftsmanship, elegant styling, and meticulous attention to detail. 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From beautifully carved wooden sets to premium accessories, Sunrise Chess \u0026amp; Games truly embodies the passion and tradition at the heart of chess.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-MbuZ6gzlWX  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"What our chess experts think\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Sterling_Chess_-_chess_experts.png?v=1765421528\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-MbuZ6gzlWX\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-bClXEqggiI\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_heading-bClXEqggiI\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-pmZEyWmELd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-pmZEyWmELd page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the pieces made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black pieces are made from acacia, and the white pieces are made from boxwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow big is the king piece?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king stands 100mm tall, so the set has a strong presence on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo the pieces feel stable during play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the slender design is matched with wide bases, and each piece has a double base to help it stay firmly in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these mass-produced or handcrafted?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re handcrafted in Europe by skilled craftsmen, using carving and burning techniques rather than modern mass production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill they feel premium in the hand?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full set is made from premium woods and made by chess artisans, giving it a high-quality feel when you pick up and move pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes these different from typical Staunton pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of slender profiles, wide bases, and the double base design makes them stand out and keeps them impressively steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center; 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You get full warranty coverage and local support from our team of chess experts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunrise Chess \u0026 Games","offers":[{"title":"Acacia\/Boxwood","offer_id":53400984420720,"sku":"CHI112 S400","price":599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":53400984453488,"sku":"CHI112 E400","price":599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/SunriseBlackmore10cmWoodChessPieces.webp?v=1773810305"},{"product_id":"ferrer-black-matte-olive-staunton-chess-pieces","title":"Ferrer Black Matte Olive Staunton Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eFerrer Black Matte Olive Staunton Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ferrer Black Matte Olive Staunton Chess Pieces are a distinctive set for players who want something beyond the standard boxwood pairing. Made in Spain by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/ferrer-chess\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRechapados Ferrer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the light pieces are handcrafted from natural olive wood and the dark pieces from ebonised boxwood, creating a warm, characterful contrast that sets this set apart from most Staunton options on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two sizes, the 90mm and 95mm sets, both nicely weighted with a confident, stable feel on the board. The Staunton design used across the Olive set has its own character — distinct from the Black Standard but equally functional and well-proportioned for serious play. These pieces suit Ferrer boards naturally and work with any board of compatible square dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRechapados Ferrer has spent over six decades crafting boards and pieces in La Garriga near Barcelona, and the care applied to piece production is evident in every set they produce. The Olive Staunton pieces reflect that standard throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Matte Olive Staunton Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Ferrer_Black_Matte_Olive_Staunton_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px.webp?v=1783663605\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm olive wood light pieces paired with ebonised boxwood dark pieces for a distinctive natural contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in two sizes, the 90mm and 95mm sets — choose the size to suit your board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStaunton design with its own character, distinct from the standard Ferrer range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNicely weighted bases for a stable, confident feel on the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eTwo extra queens included, one per colour, for pawn promotion during play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eSuited to Ferrer boards and any other board with compatible square dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eHandcrafted in La Garriga, Spain by Rechapados Ferrer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003ePresented in a luxurious magnetic closure box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Ferrer Black Matte Olive pieces compare to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ferrer Black Matte Olive set pairs natural olive wood light pieces with ebonised boxwood dark pieces, introducing a timber with a genuinely different grain character and warm, golden tone that changes how the set looks on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive wood is not a uniform material. Its grain varies naturally between pieces, which means the light side of this set carries a subtle individuality that boxwood sets cannot replicate. The ebonised boxwood dark pieces are finished with a consistent matte black, providing clear contrast against the olive without the high-gloss finish that can look artificial under playing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor players comparing across the Rechapados Ferrer chess pieces collection, the Black Matte Olive set is the most visually distinctive option in the Staunton range. For those who prefer a more traditional boxwood pairing, the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/products\/ferrer-black-standard-chess-pieces\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrer Black Standard Chess Pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e offer the same construction quality with a classic material combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Matte Olive Staunton Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Ferrer_Black_Matte_Olive_Staunton_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_7.webp?v=1783663605\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOlive wood: a light piece with natural character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive wood shifts between pale gold and warm amber, with natural figuring that varies from piece to piece. The light pieces in this set carry that character throughout — no two sets look exactly alike, and the variation between pieces adds to the appeal of the set over time rather than diminishing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the matte black ebonised boxwood dark pieces, the contrast is warm and clear — easy to read across a full game and more visually interesting than a standard natural-versus-black pairing. The matte finish on both sides of the set keeps the overall aesthetic consistent and understated, letting the timber do the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Matte Olive Staunton Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Ferrer_Black_Matte_Olive_Staunton_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_2.webp?v=1783663605\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-0qFMuOTZ7I\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-0qFMuOTZ7I\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-0qFMuOTZ7I page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeighted for serious play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-0qFMuOTZ7I     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weighted bases give every piece in the Olive Staunton set a stable, confident feel on the board. There is no tipping on contact and no sliding across a standard playing surface — the kind of physical reliability that becomes increasingly important during long, concentrated games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Staunton proportions are well-judged across both the 90mm and 95mm sizes, with each piece from king to pawn sharing a visual coherence that makes the set easy to read during play. Two extra queens are included, one per colour, so pawn promotion never disrupts play at a critical moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-0qFMuOTZ7I  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Matte Olive Staunton Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Ferrer_Black_Matte_Olive_Staunton_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_5.webp?v=1783663605\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-0qFMuOTZ7I\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING_PARA-jaZkvFj6JN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_heading_para_container-jaZkvFj6JN   page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-jaZkvFj6JN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing between the 90mm and 95mm sets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_para-jaZkvFj6JN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 90mm set suits boards with square sizes between 40mm and 50mm. The 95mm set suits boards with square sizes between 50mm and 55mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe olive wood light pieces pair naturally with the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/products\/ferrer-black-olive-deluxe-chess-board\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrer Olive \u0026amp; Black Deluxe Chess Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which carries 50mm squares. Browse the Rechapados Ferrer chess boards collection or the full \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling Chess chess boards collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to find compatible boards across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-j3tYzlgdEi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-j3tYzlgdEi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-j3tYzlgdEi   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003ePresented in a Ferrer signature box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-j3tYzlgdEi     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Black Matte Olive Staunton pieces arrive in a luxurious magnetic closure presentation box. It keeps pieces secure between sessions and presents well as a gift for any player who appreciates quality and a point of difference in their set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-j3tYzlgdEi  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Matte Olive Staunton Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/FerrerBlackMatteOliveStauntonChessPieces_9.webp?v=1783663496\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-j3tYzlgdEi\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING_PARA-0JBuSikUxb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_heading_para_container-0JBuSikUxb   page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-0JBuSikUxb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_para-0JBuSikUxb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ferrer Black Matte Olive Staunton pieces are one of the more distinctive sets in our range at Sterling Chess. The olive wood light pieces give the set a warmth and natural variation that boxwood simply cannot match, and the matte black ebonised pieces are a clean, well-finished counterpart. They are nicely weighted, well-proportioned, and genuinely enjoyable to play with. A strong choice for players who want a quality Staunton set that looks a little different from everything else on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-4cufDYseWr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-4cufDYseWr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes olive wood different from standard boxwood light pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive wood has a naturally warm, golden tone with pronounced grain figuring that varies between pieces. Unlike the uniform appearance of boxwood, each olive wood piece carries slightly different markings — a characteristic of genuine olive wood that most players find adds to the appeal of the set over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich size should I choose — 90mm or 95mm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 90mm set suits boards with square sizes between 40mm and 50mm. The 95mm set suits boards with square sizes between 50mm and 55mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces compatible with non-Ferrer boards?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While these pieces pair naturally with Ferrer boards, they suit any board with compatible square dimensions. Check your board's square size against the compatible ranges listed in the specifications above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do the olive wood pieces age over time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive wood typically deepens slightly in tone with age and regular handling, which many players find improves the overall look of the pieces. The matte finish protects the surface without diminishing the natural character of the timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces suitable for club or competitive play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The weighted bases, consistent Staunton proportions, and quality finish all meet the standard for serious recreational and club play across both size options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe pieces with a dry or slightly damp cloth as needed. 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boxwood)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 extra queens (one per colour)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnetic closure presentation box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Ferrer Chess products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 2-year limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ferrer Chess","offers":[{"title":"90mm","offer_id":54014819074416,"sku":"P1139-90","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"95mm","offer_id":54014819107184,"sku":"P1139-95","price":429.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/FerrerBlackMatteOliveStauntonChessPieces.webp?v=1783663496"},{"product_id":"ferrer-black-standard-chess-pieces","title":"Ferrer Black Standard Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eFerrer Black Standard Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ferrer Black Standard Chess Pieces are handcrafted Staunton pieces for players who want a quality set to pair with a board they already own, or to replace and upgrade pieces that no longer match the standard of their playing surface. Made in Spain by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/ferrer-chess\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRechapados Ferrer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, they are available in two king heights — 90mm and 95mm — and built to the same production standard as the pieces included in Ferrer's complete sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light pieces are natural boxwood and the dark pieces are boxwood stained in black, producing a clean, consistent contrast that reads clearly on any board. Both sizes are nicely weighted with a confident, stable feel in hand — the kind of pieces that reward regular handling and make every move feel deliberate. They suit Ferrer boards perfectly and work equally well with any other board of suitable square dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRechapados Ferrer has spent over six decades crafting boards and pieces in La Garriga near Barcelona. The Black Standard pieces reflect that accumulated expertise — handcrafted, well-proportioned, and built for serious play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Standard Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Ferrer_Black_Standard_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px.webp?v=1783664957\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in two king heights: 90mm and 95mm — choose the size to suit your board's square dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved Staunton design in natural boxwood (light) and black-stained boxwood (dark)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNicely weighted bases for a stable, confident feel on the board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo extra queens included, one per colour, for pawn promotion during play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eClean, consistent finish across all 32 pieces plus extra queens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eSuited to Ferrer boards and any other board with compatible square dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eHandcrafted in La Garriga, Spain by Rechapados Ferrer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003ePresented in a luxurious magnetic closure box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Ferrer Black Standard pieces compare to other weighted Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ferrer Black Standard set is hand-carved in La Garriga and weighted for stable, confident handling, which makes it a practical choice for regular club and home play rather than a set kept for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural and black-stained boxwood combination is a classic Staunton pairing. Natural boxwood is a dense, fine-grained hardwood that takes carving well and ages gracefully with use. The black-stained dark pieces are finished consistently across the full set, with no variation in depth of colour between pieces. The result is a set that looks and plays as a matched pair from first use to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor players looking for compatible boards to pair with these pieces, the Rechapados Ferrer chess boards collection is the natural starting point, or browse the broader \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling Chess chess boards collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to compare across the full range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Standard Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Ferrer_Black_Standard_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_4.webp?v=1783664957\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHandcrafted in Spain to a consistent standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece in the Ferrer Black Standard set is hand-carved to the standard Staunton design — a design chosen for its clarity, balance, and functional elegance across all piece types. The proportions are well-judged across both the 90mm and 95mm sizes, with each piece from king to pawn sharing a visual coherence that makes the set easy to read during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weighting gives every piece a satisfying feel when picked up and placed. There is no tipping on contact and no sliding on a standard matte board surface, which matters most during the kind of long, concentrated games where small physical irritations accumulate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Standard Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Ferrer_Black_Standard_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_7.webp?v=1783664958\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING_PARA-jaZkvFj6JN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_heading_para_container-jaZkvFj6JN   page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-jaZkvFj6JN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing between the 90mm and 95mm sets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_para-jaZkvFj6JN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 90mm king suits boards with square sizes between 40mm and 50mm. The 95mm king suits boards with square sizes between 50mm and 55mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 90mm set pairs naturally with the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/products\/ferrer-walnut-deluxe-chess-board\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrer Walnut Deluxe Chess Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/products\/ferrer-walnut-deluxe-barcelona-chess-board\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrer Walnut Barcelona Deluxe Chess Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/products\/ferrer-mahogany-deluxe-chess-board\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrer Mahogany Deluxe Chess Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, all of which carry 50mm squares. The 95mm set pairs naturally with the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/products\/ferrer-mahogany-standard-chess-board\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrer Mahogany Standard Chess Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/products\/ferrer-walnut-standard-chess-board\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrer Walnut Standard Chess Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which carry 55mm squares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-j3tYzlgdEi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-j3tYzlgdEi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-j3tYzlgdEi   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003ePresented in a Ferrer signature box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-j3tYzlgdEi     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ferrer Black Standard pieces arrive in a luxurious magnetic closure presentation box — the same quality packaging that comes with every Rechapados Ferrer product. It keeps pieces secure between sessions and presents well as a gift for any player looking to upgrade their set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-j3tYzlgdEi  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrer Black Standard Chess Pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Ferrer_Black_Standard_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_8.webp?v=1783664958\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-j3tYzlgdEi\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING_PARA-0JBuSikUxb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_heading_para_container-0JBuSikUxb   page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-0JBuSikUxb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_para-0JBuSikUxb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eThe Ferrer Black Standard pieces are exactly what a serious player needs from a standalone set — nicely weighted, well-finished, and consistent across every piece. They feel great in hand and work perfectly on Ferrer boards, but there is nothing about them that limits them to the Ferrer range. Any board with suitable square dimensions will benefit from pieces of this quality. A straightforward, reliable choice whether you are replacing worn pieces or buying your first standalone set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003e— Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-4cufDYseWr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-4cufDYseWr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich size should I choose — 90mm or 95mm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 90mm king suits boards with square sizes between 40mm and 50mm. The 95mm king suits boards with square sizes between 50mm and 55mm. If you are unsure, check the square size of your board against the compatible ranges in the specifications table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat wood are the pieces made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light pieces are natural boxwood — a dense, fine-grained hardwood well regarded for chess piece production. The dark pieces are boxwood stained in black, finished with a consistent matte lacquer across the full set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces compatible with non-Ferrer boards?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While the Ferrer Black Standard pieces are designed to complement Ferrer boards, they suit any board with compatible square dimensions. Check your board's square size against the compatible ranges listed in the specifications above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are two extra queens included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePawn promotion rules allow a pawn reaching the back rank to be exchanged for any piece, most commonly a queen. Having extra queens in the set means play is never interrupted at a critical moment. Ferrer includes two extra queens as standard across all their piece sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces suitable for club or competitive play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The weighted bases, consistent Staunton proportions, and quality finish all meet the standard for serious recreational and club play across both size options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe pieces with a dry or slightly damp cloth as needed. 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dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnetic closure box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 hand-carved Staunton chess pieces (natural and black-stained boxwood)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 extra queens (one per colour)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnetic closure presentation box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Ferrer Chess products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 2-year limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ferrer Chess","offers":[{"title":"90mm","offer_id":54014977540464,"sku":"P1020-90","price":229.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"95mm","offer_id":54014977573232,"sku":"P1020-95","price":249.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/FerrerBlackStandardChessPieces.webp?v=1783664750"},{"product_id":"dal-rossi-85mm-chess-pieces-with-storage-box","title":"Dal Rossi 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eDal Rossi 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box is a practical, entry-level Staunton chess piece set for players who need a reliable set to use with a board they already own, with storage included from the outset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces stand at 85mm king height and follow a standard Staunton design, giving them clear, legible proportions that suit a wide range of board sizes and square dimensions. A storage box is included in the set, keeping pieces together and protected between sessions. This is a no-fuss option for players who want a functional set at an accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_85mm_Chess_Pieces_With_Storage_Box_800_x_500_px_2.webp?v=1784179835\" alt=\"Dal Rossi 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e85mm Staunton chess pieces suited to a wide range of boards and square sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage box included for piece protection between sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Staunton design for clear, legible proportions across all piece types\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited to boards with square sizes of approximately 40mm to 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEntry-level option for players who need a reliable, practical piece set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with most standard chess boards in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling Chess chess boards collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eA practical set for everyday play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dal Rossi 85mm set is built for players who want a straightforward Staunton set without premium pricing. The 85mm king height suits boards with square sizes of approximately 40mm to 50mm — a common size range across club, recreational, and folding boards. Having storage included means there is no need to source a separate box, which makes this a complete, ready-to-use solution for players setting up with a standalone board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor players who want a step up in piece quality, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling Chess chess pieces collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e covers a wide range of materials and specifications across the Dal Rossi range and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_85mm_Chess_Pieces_With_Storage_Box_800_x_500_px_8.webp?v=1784179835\" alt=\"Dal Rossi 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dal Rossi 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box is an entry-level set that does what it needs to do. The pieces are well-proportioned for the size, the Staunton design is clear and readable, and having storage included removes one consideration for players setting up their first standalone board-and-pieces combination. A practical starting point for casual and recreational players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_85mm_Chess_Pieces_With_Storage_Box_800_x_500_px_10.webp?v=1784179835\" alt=\"Dal Rossi 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-4cufDYseWr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-4cufDYseWr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board square size suits the 85mm pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 85mm king height suits boards with square sizes of approximately 40mm to 50mm. As a general guide, the king base diameter should be roughly 75 to 80 percent of the square size for the best visual balance on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the storage box made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe storage box is a solid construction unit designed to house the full piece set. It does not include felt lining. For a felt-lined alternative, the Wooden Chess Piece Storage Box is available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces suitable for club play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are suited to casual and recreational play. For club or competitive use, the Sterling Chess chess pieces collection includes weighted Staunton options at a higher specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this set come with a chess board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Dal Rossi 85mm set is pieces and storage box only. 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If you have any issue with your order, contact our team and we'll make it right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dal Rossi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54042033553776,"sku":"L2091DR","price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DalRossi85mmChessPiecesWithStorageBox.webp?v=1784179598"},{"product_id":"dal-rossi-95mm-chess-pieces-with-storage-box","title":"Dal Rossi 95mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eDal Rossi 95mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e 95mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box is a practical, entry-level Staunton chess piece set for players who need a reliable full-size set to use with a board they already own, with storage included from the outset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces stand at 95mm king height — a standard tournament size — and follow a classic Staunton design with clear, legible proportions that suit a wide range of board sizes. A storage box is included, keeping pieces together and protected between sessions. This is a straightforward option for players who want a functional, full-size set at an accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_95mm_Chess_Pieces_With_Storage_Box_800_x_500_px_2.png?v=1784181727\" alt=\"Dal Rossi 95mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95mm Staunton chess pieces at standard tournament king height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage box included for piece protection between sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Staunton design with clear, legible proportions across all piece types\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited to boards with square sizes of approximately 50mm to 55mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEntry-level option for players who need a reliable, practical full-size piece set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with most standard chess boards in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling Chess chess boards collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FNtViiEhnN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FNtViiEhnN page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eA full-size set for everyday play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FNtViiEhnN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dal Rossi 95mm set is the larger of the two Dal Rossi storage box piece sets, and the more versatile option for players who play on standard recreational or club boards. The 95mm king height suits boards with square sizes of approximately 50mm to 55mm — the most common range for wooden boards used in home, club, and competitive recreational settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving storage included means there is no need to source a separate box, making this a complete, ready-to-use solution for players setting up with a standalone board. For players who want a step up in piece quality, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling Chess chess pieces collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e covers a wide range of materials and specifications across the Dal Rossi range and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FNtViiEhnN  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FNtViiEhnN\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_95mm_Chess_Pieces_With_Storage_Box_800_x_500_px_10.png?v=1784181727\" alt=\"Dal Rossi 95mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-43Y4bTsj73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-43Y4bTsj73 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-43Y4bTsj73     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dal Rossi 95mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box is an entry-level set that covers the essentials. The 95mm king height is the standard for serious recreational and club play, the Staunton proportions are clear and readable, and the included storage box makes this a complete out-of-the-box solution. A practical starting point for casual and recreational players who want a full-size set without a premium price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-43Y4bTsj73  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-43Y4bTsj73\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_95mm_Chess_Pieces_With_Storage_Box_800_x_500_px_8.png?v=1784181727\" alt=\"Dal Rossi 95mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-4cufDYseWr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-4cufDYseWr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board square size suits the 95mm pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 95mm king height suits boards with square sizes of approximately 50mm to 55mm. As a general guide, the king base diameter should be roughly 75 to 80 percent of the square size for the best visual balance on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does this set differ from the 85mm version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/products\/dal-rossi-85mm-chess-pieces-with-storage-box\" target=\"_blank\" title=\" Dal Rossi 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi 85mm Chess Pieces With Storage Box \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003esuits smaller boards with 40mm to 50mm squares. The 95mm set is the full-size option, better suited to standard recreational and club boards with 50mm to 55mm squares. Both sets include a storage box and follow the same Staunton design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the storage box made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe storage box is a solid construction unit designed to house the full piece set. It does not include felt lining. For a felt-lined alternative, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-piece-storage-boxes\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Wooden Chess Piece Storage Box\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWooden Chess Piece Storage Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these pieces suitable for club play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are suited to casual and recreational play at full-size board dimensions. For club or competitive use requiring weighted pieces, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sterling Chess chess pieces collection\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling Chess chess pieces collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e includes weighted Staunton options at a higher specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this set come with a chess board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Dal Rossi 95mm set is pieces and storage box only. 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If you have any issue with your order, contact our team and we'll make it right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dal Rossi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54042039779696,"sku":"L2093DR","price":79.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DalRossi95mmChessPiecesWithStorageBox.webp?v=1784181536"},{"product_id":"dal-rossi-french-lardy-boxwood-sheesham-double-weighted-chess-pieces","title":"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026 Sheesham Double Weighted Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eDal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham Double Weighted Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are pieces for players who care how a set feels in the hand. The Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham Double Weighted Chess Pieces bring the classic French Lardy Staunton pattern to life in warm sheesham and light boxwood, with the weight and finish of a set built to be played for years. They come in two king heights, 85mm and 95mm, so you can match them to your board. Explore the full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for more from the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French Lardy pattern is a European classic: rounded, elegant lines, a gently curved knight, and clean proportions that read easily across the board. The dark pieces are turned from sheesham for a warm, reddish-brown grain, and the light pieces from boxwood, so the contrast comes from the timber itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is double-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel, and the set arrives in a stylish presentation box that keeps everything protected between games. This is a pieces-only set, ready to pair with a board of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Sheesham_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px.webp?v=1785989518\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic French Lardy Staunton pattern with clean, rounded European lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel on the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheesham dark pieces with a warm, reddish-brown grain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural boxwood light pieces for clear contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo king heights available: 85mm and 95mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-finished carving with smooth, consistent turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied in a stylish presentation box for storage and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as pieces only, ready to pair with your own board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FYvCLtCnuF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FYvCLtCnuF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FYvCLtCnuF page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow these French Lardy pieces compare to other wood pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FYvCLtCnuF     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of budget pieces look the part but feel hollow and light on the board. These Dal Rossi pieces are turned from solid timber and double-weighted, so they settle with the kind of heft experienced players expect and stay put during fast time scrambles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French Lardy pattern also sets them apart from a standard Staunton: the rounded, slightly softer lines give a more traditional, European character that pairs well with both classic and modern boards. To compare other options, browse our full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or the wider\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FYvCLtCnuF  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FYvCLtCnuF\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Sheesham_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_4.webp?v=1785989518\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FvaxTPZkw6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FvaxTPZkw6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FvaxTPZkw6   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeighting and feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FvaxTPZkw6     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weighting is what you notice first. Each piece carries enough mass to stay planted once it is placed, which keeps the position stable during quick play and stops pieces skating when you knock the table. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe turning is smooth and consistent across the set, and the sheesham and boxwood take a clean finish that feels good in the hand move after move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FvaxTPZkw6  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FvaxTPZkw6\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Sheesham_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_2.webp?v=1785989518\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-zQ56Am9ut4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-zQ56Am9ut4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-zQ56Am9ut4   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompatible boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-zQ56Am9ut4     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are sold without a board, so you can match them to a board you already own or a new one. As a guide, the 85mm king suits boards with 45mm to 50mm squares, and the 95mm king suits boards with 50mm to 55mm squares. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a rule of thumb, aim for a king base that covers about three quarters of a square. Our Dal Rossi 50cm boards have 50mm squares, which pair well with the 95mm pieces. Browse the full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or the wider\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to find a match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-zQ56Am9ut4  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-zQ56Am9ut4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Sheesham_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_3.webp?v=1785989518\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING_PARA-SPfQIqamiJ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_heading_para_container-SPfQIqamiJ   page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-SPfQIqamiJ page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_para-SPfQIqamiJ     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003e“These are a lovely, honest set of pieces: the double-weighting gives them a real presence in the hand, and the French Lardy pattern has a warmth that a standard Staunton can lack. The sheesham grain means no two sets look exactly alike. We would point most players to the 95mm for a full-size 50cm board and the 85mm for smaller boards or tighter spaces”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT-7hffbwm3sN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_plain_text-7hffbwm3sN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-4cufDYseWr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-4cufDYseWr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo these come with a board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces-only set. You can pair them with a board you already own or a new one. Browse our chess boards collection to find a match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board size suits each king height?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 85mm king suits boards with 45mm to 50mm squares, and the 95mm king suits boards with 50mm to 55mm squares. A king base that covers about three quarters of a square is the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the pieces weighted?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both sizes are double-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between French Lardy and a standard Staunton?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench Lardy is a classic European take on the Staunton pattern, with rounded, slightly softer lines and a gently curved knight. It reads clearly on the board and has a more traditional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I care for the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe them with a soft, dry cloth and keep them out of direct sunlight and damp conditions. Store them in the supplied presentation box between games to keep them protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-vrCtATBLdC  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y { color: 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\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"219\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"229\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDal Rossi Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench Lardy (Staunton pattern)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing heights available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85mm and 95mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheesham\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble-weighted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended squares (85mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45mm to 50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended squares (95mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm to 55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStylish presentation box included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo, pieces only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU (85mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL3010DR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU (95mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL3020DR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDal Rossi Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32x French Lardy chess pieces (boxwood and sheesham, double-weighted) in your chosen king height (85mm or 95mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1x stylish presentation box for storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard sold separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Dal Rossi products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dal Rossi","offers":[{"title":"85mm","offer_id":54113364083056,"sku":"L3010DR","price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"95mm","offer_id":54113364115824,"sku":"L3020DR","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DalRossiFrenchLardyBoxwood_SheeshamDoubleWeightedChessPieces_5.webp?v=1785989390"},{"product_id":"dal-rossi-french-lardy-boxwood-rosewood-double-weighted-chess-pieces","title":"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026 Rosewood Double Weighted Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eDal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Rosewood Double Weighted Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are pieces for players who care how a set feels in the hand. The Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Rosewood Double Weighted Chess Pieces bring the classic French Lardy Staunton pattern to life in deep rosewood and light boxwood, with the weight and finish of a set built to be played for years. They come in two king heights, 85mm and 95mm, so you can match them to your board. Explore the full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efor more from the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French Lardy pattern is a European classic: rounded, elegant lines, a gently curved knight, and clean proportions that read easily across the board. The dark pieces are turned from rosewood for a rich, deep grain, and the light pieces from boxwood, so the contrast comes from the timber itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is double-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel, and the set arrives in a stylish presentation box that keeps everything protected between games. This is a pieces-only set, ready to pair with a board of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Rosewood_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px.webp?v=1785990301\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Rosewood Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic French Lardy Staunton pattern with clean, rounded European lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel on the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosewood dark pieces with a rich, deep grain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural boxwood light pieces for clear contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo king heights available: 85mm and 95mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-finished carving with smooth, consistent turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied in a stylish presentation box for storage and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as pieces only, ready to pair with your own board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FYvCLtCnuF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FYvCLtCnuF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FYvCLtCnuF page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow these French Lardy pieces compare to other wood pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FYvCLtCnuF     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of budget pieces look the part but feel hollow and light on the board. These Dal Rossi pieces are turned from solid timber and double-weighted, so they settle with the kind of heft experienced players expect and stay put during fast time scrambles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rosewood gives the dark pieces a deeper, richer tone than a lighter timber, and the French Lardy pattern sets them apart from a standard Staunton with rounded, slightly softer lines and a more traditional, European character. To compare other options, browse our full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or the wider\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FYvCLtCnuF  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FYvCLtCnuF\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Rosewood_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_4.webp?v=1785990302\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Rosewood Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FvaxTPZkw6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FvaxTPZkw6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FvaxTPZkw6   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeighting and feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FvaxTPZkw6     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weighting is what you notice first. Each piece carries enough mass to stay planted once it is placed, which keeps the position stable during quick play and stops pieces skating when you knock the table. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe turning is smooth and consistent across the set, and the rosewood and boxwood take a clean finish that feels good in the hand move after move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FvaxTPZkw6  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FvaxTPZkw6\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Rosewood_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_3.webp?v=1785990302\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Rosewood Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-zQ56Am9ut4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-zQ56Am9ut4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-zQ56Am9ut4   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompatible boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-zQ56Am9ut4     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are sold without a board, so you can match them to a board you already own or a new one. As a guide, the 85mm king suits boards with 45mm to 50mm squares, and the 95mm king suits boards with 50mm to 55mm squares. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a rule of thumb, aim for a king base that covers about three quarters of a square. Our Dal Rossi 50cm boards have 50mm squares, which pair well with the 95mm pieces. Browse the full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to find a match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-zQ56Am9ut4  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-zQ56Am9ut4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Rosewood_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_2.webp?v=1785990301\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Rosewood Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING_PARA-SPfQIqamiJ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_heading_para_container-SPfQIqamiJ   page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-SPfQIqamiJ page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_para-SPfQIqamiJ     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003e“These are a lovely, honest set of pieces: the double-weighting gives them a real presence in the hand, and the rosewood dark pieces have a depth of colour that lifts the whole set above a standard timber. The French Lardy pattern brings a warmth a standard Staunton can lack. We would point most players to the 95mm for a full-size 50cm board and the 85mm for smaller boards or tighter spaces”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT-7hffbwm3sN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_plain_text-7hffbwm3sN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-4cufDYseWr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-4cufDYseWr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo these come with a board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces-only set. You can pair them with a board you already own or a new one. Browse our chess boards collection to find a match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board size suits each king height?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 85mm king suits boards with 45mm to 50mm squares, and the 95mm king suits boards with 50mm to 55mm squares. A king base that covers about three quarters of a square is the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the pieces weighted?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both sizes are double-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between French Lardy and a standard Staunton?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench Lardy is a classic European take on the Staunton pattern, with rounded, slightly softer lines and a gently curved knight. It reads clearly on the board and has a more traditional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I care for the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe them with a soft, dry cloth and keep them out of direct sunlight and damp conditions. 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dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench Lardy (Staunton pattern)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing heights available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85mm and 95mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble-weighted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended squares (85mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45mm to 50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended squares (95mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm to 55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStylish presentation box included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo, pieces only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU (85mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL3030DR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU (95mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL3040DR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDal Rossi Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32x French Lardy chess pieces (boxwood and rosewood, double-weighted) in your chosen king height (85mm or 95mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1x stylish presentation box for storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard sold separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Dal Rossi products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dal Rossi","offers":[{"title":"85mm","offer_id":54113409663344,"sku":"L3030DR","price":239.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"95mm","offer_id":54113409696112,"sku":"L3040DR","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DalRossiFrenchLardyBoxwood_RosewoodDoubleWeightedChessPieces_5.webp?v=1785990215"},{"product_id":"dal-rossi-french-lardy-boxwood-sheesham-150mm-double-weighted-chess-pieces","title":"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026 Sheesham 150mm Double Weighted Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eDal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham 150mm Double Weighted Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are pieces that make a statement. The Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham 150mm Double Weighted Chess Pieces take the classic French Lardy Staunton pattern and scale it up to a towering 150mm king, for a set with genuine presence on the board and on display. They are turned from warm sheesham and light boxwood, with the weight and finish of a set built to be played for years. Explore the full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for more from the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French Lardy pattern is a European classic: rounded, elegant lines, a gently curved knight, and clean proportions that read easily across the board, even at this larger scale. The dark pieces are turned from sheesham for a warm, reddish-brown grain, and the light pieces from boxwood, so the striking contrast comes from the timber itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is double-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel that suits the larger size. This is a pieces-only set, ready to pair with a large board of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Sheesham_150mm_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px.webp?v=1785992410\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham 150mm Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic French Lardy Staunton pattern scaled to a towering 150mm king\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel on the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheesham dark pieces with a warm, reddish-brown grain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural boxwood light pieces for a striking contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eOversized presence that stands out in play and on display\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eHand-finished carving with smooth, consistent turning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eA statement set for a large board or a feature room\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eSold as pieces only, ready to pair with your own large board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FYvCLtCnuF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FYvCLtCnuF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FYvCLtCnuF page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow these jumbo French Lardy pieces compare to standard sets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FYvCLtCnuF     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost wood pieces top out around a 95mm king. At 150mm, these Dal Rossi pieces are a different proposition: a genuine oversized set that commands the table and works as a feature piece as much as a playing set. They keep the traditional French Lardy character, just at a much larger scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurned from solid timber and double-weighted, they carry real heft and stay planted during play. To compare standard-size options, browse our full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or the wider\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FYvCLtCnuF  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FYvCLtCnuF\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Sheesham_150mm_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_4.webp?v=1785992410\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham 150mm Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FvaxTPZkw6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FvaxTPZkw6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FvaxTPZkw6   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeighting and feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FvaxTPZkw6     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weighting suits the size. Each piece carries enough mass to stay planted once it is placed, which keeps the position stable and gives the larger pieces a reassuring solidity in the hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe turning is smooth and consistent across the set, and the sheesham and boxwood take a clean finish that looks the part on a large board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FvaxTPZkw6  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FvaxTPZkw6\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Sheesham_150mm_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_2.webp?v=1785992410\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham 150mm Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-zQ56Am9ut4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-zQ56Am9ut4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-zQ56Am9ut4   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompatible boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-zQ56Am9ut4     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are oversized pieces, so they need a large board to match. As a guide, a 150mm king suits boards with squares around 70mm to 80mm, well beyond a standard tournament or home board. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim for a king base that covers about three quarters of a square. Because of the size, our standard Dal Rossi boards are too small for this set, so pair them with a large board instead. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to find a board with a large enough square, and check the square size against these pieces before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-zQ56Am9ut4  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-zQ56Am9ut4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_French_Lardy_Boxwood_Sheesham_150mm_Double_Weighted_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_3.webp?v=1785992410\" alt=\"Dal Rossi French Lardy Boxwood \u0026amp; Sheesham 150mm Double Weighted Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING_PARA-SPfQIqamiJ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_heading_para_container-SPfQIqamiJ   page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-SPfQIqamiJ page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_para-SPfQIqamiJ     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“This is a set to make a room. The 150mm king has real presence, and keeping the French Lardy pattern at this scale means it still looks like a proper chess set rather than a novelty. The double-weighting gives the larger pieces a solidity you can feel. Just remember these need a genuinely large board to sit right, so plan the board to match before you buy”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT-7hffbwm3sN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_plain_text-7hffbwm3sN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-4cufDYseWr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-4cufDYseWr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo these come with a board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces-only set. Because of the oversized 150mm king, you will need a large board to match. Browse our chess boards collection and check the square size before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board size suits a 150mm king?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a guide, look for a board with squares around 70mm to 80mm. A king base that covers about three quarters of a square is the sweet spot. Standard tournament and home boards will be too small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the pieces weighted?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The pieces are double-weighted for a satisfying heft and a stable feel that suits the larger size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between French Lardy and a standard Staunton?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench Lardy is a classic European take on the Staunton pattern, with rounded, slightly softer lines and a gently curved knight. It reads clearly on the board and has a more traditional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I care for the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe them with a soft, dry cloth and keep them out of direct sunlight and damp conditions. 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This covers manufacturing defects and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dal Rossi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54113734951280,"sku":"L3061DR","price":599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DalRossiFrenchLardyBoxwood_Sheesham150mmDoubleWeightedChessPieces_5.webp?v=1785992228"},{"product_id":"dal-rossi-ebony-boxwood-95mm-double-weighted-staunton-chess-pieces","title":"Dal Rossi Ebony \u0026 Boxwood 95mm Double Weighted Staunton Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eDal Rossi Ebony \u0026amp; Boxwood 95mm Double Weighted Staunton Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are pieces for players who want the best timber in the range. The Dal Rossi Ebony \u0026amp; Boxwood 95mm Double Weighted Staunton Chess Pieces pair genuine ebony dark pieces with light boxwood, in the classic Staunton pattern and a full-size 95mm king. Ebony is the premium choice: dense, deep, and near-black, with a fine grain that sets it apart from lighter timbers. Explore the full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for more from the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Staunton design is the standard every serious player knows, with clean, balanced proportions that read easily across the board. The dark pieces are turned from solid ebony for a rich, dark finish, and the light pieces from boxwood, so the contrast comes from the wood itself rather than a stain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is double-weighted for a substantial, stable feel that suits the quality of the timber. This is a pieces-only set, ready to pair with a board of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_Ebony_Boxwood_95mm_Double_Weighted_Staunton_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px.webp?v=1785995869\" alt=\"Dal Rossi Ebony \u0026amp; Boxwood 95mm Double Weighted Staunton Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Staunton pattern with clean, balanced proportions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine ebony dark pieces, the premium timber in the range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural boxwood light pieces for clear, natural contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-size 95mm king suited to a standard board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-IFSnXltm4Y     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eDouble-weighted for a substantial, stable feel on the board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eFine, dense ebony grain with a rich, dark finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eHand-finished carving with smooth, consistent turning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003eSold as pieces only, ready to pair with your own board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FYvCLtCnuF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FYvCLtCnuF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FYvCLtCnuF page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow these ebony pieces compare to other wood pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FYvCLtCnuF     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost weighted wood pieces use stained or lighter timbers for the dark side. These Dal Rossi pieces use genuine ebony, which is denser and darker, giving the set a deeper finish and a more substantial feel in the hand. It is the step up for a player who wants the best material rather than a stained equivalent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurned from solid timber and double-weighted, they carry real heft and stay planted during play. To compare other options, including our sheesham and rosewood sets, browse our ful\u003cstrong\u003el \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FYvCLtCnuF  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FYvCLtCnuF\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_Ebony_Boxwood_95mm_Double_Weighted_Staunton_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_4.webp?v=1785995866\" alt=\"Dal Rossi Ebony \u0026amp; Boxwood 95mm Double Weighted Staunton Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-FvaxTPZkw6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-FvaxTPZkw6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-FvaxTPZkw6   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeighting and feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-FvaxTPZkw6     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weighting is what you notice first. Each piece carries enough mass to stay planted once it is placed, which keeps the position stable during quick play and stops pieces skating when you knock the table. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dense ebony adds to that sense of quality, and the turning is smooth and consistent across the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-FvaxTPZkw6  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-FvaxTPZkw6\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_Ebony_Boxwood_95mm_Double_Weighted_Staunton_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_2.webp?v=1785995866\" alt=\"Dal Rossi Ebony \u0026amp; Boxwood 95mm Double Weighted Staunton Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-zQ56Am9ut4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-zQ56Am9ut4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-zQ56Am9ut4   page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompatible boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-zQ56Am9ut4     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are sold without a board, so you can match them to a board you already own or a new one. As a guide, the 95mm king suits boards with 50mm to 55mm squares. As a rule of thumb, aim for a king base that covers about three quarters of a square. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Dal Rossi 50cm boards have 50mm squares, which pair well with these pieces. Browse the full\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/dal-rossi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDal Rossi range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eor the wider\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to find a match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-zQ56Am9ut4  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-zQ56Am9ut4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/Dal_Rossi_Ebony_Boxwood_95mm_Double_Weighted_Staunton_Chess_Pieces_800_x_500_px_3.webp?v=1785995866\" alt=\"Dal Rossi Ebony \u0026amp; Boxwood 95mm Double Weighted Staunton Chess Pieces\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING_PARA-SPfQIqamiJ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_heading_para_container-SPfQIqamiJ   page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-SPfQIqamiJ page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_para-SPfQIqamiJ     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"background-color: transparent;\"\u003e“These are the pick of the range for a player who wants genuine ebony rather than a stained dark timber. The colour is deeper, the pieces feel denser in the hand, and the double-weighting gives them real presence on the board. At 95mm they suit a full-size 50cm board. If you want one set to keep for the long term, this is where we would point you”.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT-7hffbwm3sN\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_plain_text-7hffbwm3sN     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-VgopGCBoha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-block\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-4pRyLgnEoL\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-4cufDYseWr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-4cufDYseWr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo these come with a board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces-only set. You can pair them with a board you already own or a new one. Browse our chess boards collection to find a match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board size suits these pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 95mm king suits boards with 50mm to 55mm squares. A king base that covers about three quarters of a square is the sweet spot. Our Dal Rossi 50cm boards pair well with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the pieces weighted?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The pieces are double-weighted for a substantial, stable feel on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the dark pieces genuine ebony?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The dark pieces are turned from genuine ebony, a dense, near-black timber that sits above stained or lighter woods in both look and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I care for the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe them with a soft, dry cloth and keep them out of direct sunlight and damp conditions. Avoid dragging pieces across the board to protect both the pieces and the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-vrCtATBLdC  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-vrCtATBLdC { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-vrCtATBLdC  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-vrCtATBLdC { height: null;  width: null;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-vrCtATBLdC  { text-align: null;  order: 1;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_button-vrCtATBLdC  { background-color: #000;  color: #fff;  font-size: 16px;    color: #fff !important; }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-vrCtATBLdC {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-IFSnXltm4Y  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-IFSnXltm4Y { color: #000000; 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This covers manufacturing defects and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dal Rossi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54114121286000,"sku":"L3062DR","price":479.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DalRossiEbony_Boxwood95mmDoubleWeightedStauntonChessPieces_5_1a1ca479-425c-418e-a693-6da49667a568.webp?v=1786061872"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1972-fischer-spassky-ebonised-96mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1972 Fischer Spassky Ebonised Boxwood 96mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Nh4pRx7Vzt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Nh4pRx7Vzt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nh4pRx7Vzt page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1972 Fischer Spassky Ebonised 96mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nh4pRx7Vzt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReykjavik, 1972. Bobby Fischer against Boris Spassky, twenty one games, and a result that made an American world champion for the first time. The match was followed well outside chess, and the equipment on that table has been reproduced ever since. This is a copy of that set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces are turned from ebonised boxwood, with the light side offered in either natural boxwood or antique boxwood. The king stands at 96mm on a 43mm base, and the queen follows at 77mm on a 41mm base, so the two tallest pieces read as a matched pair rather than a king and a shorter rival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth finishes sit in the same place in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e: a set with a documented tournament behind it and the proportions to be played with rather than shelved. Choose the finish on the light pieces and the rest of the set is identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Nh4pRx7Vzt  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fischer Spassky natural boxwood chess pieces, 34 pieces with two spare queens\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1972FischerSpasskyChessPiecesinEbonized_NaturalBoxwood_3.jpg?v=1786760196\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Nh4pRx7Vzt\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Cw6bKm2Jdl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Cw6bKm2Jdl\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Cw6bKm2Jdl page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Cw6bKm2Jdl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96mm (3.77 inch) king on a 43mm base, sized for play on 55mm to 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbonised boxwood dark pieces paired with your choice of natural or antique boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens, so pawn promotion never interrupts a game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQueen at 77mm on a 41mm base, reading as a clear partner to the king\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Cw6bKm2Jdl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeighted and hand polished, with the boxwood grain visible under the dark finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1120g across the full set, a lighter feel that favours display and club play over tournament heft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaithful reproduction of the set from the 1972 Fischer Spassky world championship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth finishes turned from Gardenia latifolia boxwood, so the options match in weight and profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Sy8fLq3Bnr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Sy8fLq3Bnr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sy8fLq3Bnr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Fischer Spassky pieces compare to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sy8fLq3Bnr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical reproductions usually fail in one of two ways. Either the silhouette is right and the proportions are not, because the bases have been shrunk to save timber, or the maker reaches for ebony and triple weighting and the set stops being something you would set up on a weeknight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set takes the middle road. A 43mm base under a 96mm king is generous, and it is what keeps the pieces stable without heavy internal weighting to compensate. The trade is mass: at 1120g across 34 pieces, these are light in the hand compared with a competition set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want pieces that land with an audible weight, the triple weighted options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/tournament-chess-sets\" title=\"Tournament Chess Sets\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etournament chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e range will suit you better. If you want a set tied to a specific match at a sensible price, this is the more interesting buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Sy8fLq3Bnr  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"96mm king chess pieces in ebonised and natural boxwood, Fischer Spassky set\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1972FischerSpasskyChessPiecesinEbonized_NaturalBoxwood_4.jpg?v=1786760196\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Sy8fLq3Bnr\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Mk2tHv9Xcp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Mk2tHv9Xcp page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eThe match behind the set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Mk2tHv9Xcp     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStockholm and Reykjavik bookend Fischer's run at the title. The 1972 world championship match in Reykjavik is the one most people remember, partly for the chess and partly for everything around it: the forfeited second game, the move to a back room, the wait to see whether Fischer would play at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe did, and he won 12.5 to 8.5. Reproductions of this set appeal because the connection is specific rather than generic. It is not a vintage style set. It is a copy of the equipment used at a documented event, which is a better story for anyone who ends up asking about the pieces on your table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Zd7wPn4Gfs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Zd7wPn4Gfs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zd7wPn4Gfs page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eNatural boxwood or antique boxwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zd7wPn4Gfs     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark pieces are the same in both options: boxwood dyed black, with the grain still readable under the finish rather than the flat black of ebony heartwood. The choice is entirely about the light side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural boxwood is the brighter of the two. It gives you maximum contrast across the board and a set that looks new, which is what most players want if the pieces are going to be used. Antique boxwood is treated to a warmer, aged tone, closer to how an original set from 1972 looks now after five decades of handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither is more correct than the other. Collectors chasing the look of a surviving original tend to prefer the antique finish, while players who want the position readable at a glance tend to prefer natural. Both share the same dimensions, the same weight, and the same place in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-sets\" title=\"Wood Chess Sets\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Zd7wPn4Gfs  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1972 Fischer Spassky reproduction chess pieces in ebonised and antique boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1972FischerSpasskyChessPiecesEbonized_AntiqueBoxwood_2_78c3568b-3260-464e-bf14-ca52928a7ad6.jpg?v=1786760196\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Zd7wPn4Gfs\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ap3jTc8Wml\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ap3jTc8Wml page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003ePairing them with the right board\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ap3jTc8Wml     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 96mm king on a 43mm base wants squares in the 55mm to 60mm range. That is a little larger than the 50mm to 55mm most reproduction sets ask for, and it comes from the generous base rather than the height. Go smaller and the pieces crowd, particularly once both sides have developed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe board is not included with these pieces. If you are buying one at the same time, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square size on every listing, so you can match the 55mm to 60mm requirement directly rather than working it back from the overall board dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Rb9xVg5Kqn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Rb9xVg5Kqn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rb9xVg5Kqn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rb9xVg5Kqn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proportions are the reason to buy this set: a 43mm base under a 96mm king is more generous than most reproductions in this bracket, and it is what lets a lightly weighted set feel planted rather than tippy. Be clear on the weight though, because 1120g across 34 pieces works out around 33g a piece, and anyone used to double or triple weighted tournament pieces will find these light. We would put them in front of a collector who wants the Reykjavik connection, or a club player who values proportion and grain over heft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Rb9xVg5Kqn  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sterling Chess 1972 Fischer Spassky Staunton chess pieces in natural boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1972FischerSpasskyChessPiecesinEbonized_NaturalBoxwood_10.jpg?v=1786760196\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Rb9xVg5Kqn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Ft4mZs1Dwh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Ln6cQb3Yvj\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Ln6cQb3Yvj\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Ej8rWd2Ptk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Ej8rWd2Ptk page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the natural and antique boxwood options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the light pieces change. Natural boxwood is brighter and gives more contrast across the board, while antique boxwood is finished to a warmer, aged tone. The dark pieces, the dimensions and the weight are identical in both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these pieces need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 55mm to 60mm. That comes from the 43mm king base, which needs room to be placed cleanly without touching its neighbours. On 50mm squares this set will feel cramped once both sides have developed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and are listed with their square size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors who want a set tied to a documented world championship match, and club players who prefer a lighter, well proportioned piece. If your priority is the weighted thunk of a competition set, the heavier options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-sets\" title=\"Staunton Chess Sets\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e range will suit you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I look after them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources, which is what causes cracking in turned hardwood. Dust with a dry, soft cloth. 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\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96mm (3.77 inch) tall, 43mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e77mm (3.02 inch) tall, 41mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e71mm (2.79 inch) tall, 37mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e66mm (2.58 inch) tall, 37mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm (2.18 inch) tall, 37mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm (1.95 inch) tall, 31mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbonised boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood or antique boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1120g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm to 60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in ebonised boxwood and your chosen light finish\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Natural boxwood","offer_id":54168572330352,"sku":"CB-R0301B","price":339.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antique boxwood","offer_id":54168572363120,"sku":"CB-R0301","price":349.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1972FischerSpasskyChessPiecesinEbonized_NaturalBoxwood_16.jpg?v=1786760196"},{"product_id":"stallion-weighted-staunton-sheesham-76mm-chess-pieces","title":"Stallion Weighted Staunton Sheesham 76mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Sv4kRn7Tqm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Sv4kRn7Tqm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sv4kRn7Tqm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eStallion Weighted Staunton Sheesham 76mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sv4kRn7Tqm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stallion is a full Staunton piece set for players who want real timber under their hand without stepping up to ebony. It is a pieces only set, so it suits anyone who already owns a playing surface and wants to retire a plastic set, or who is building a first proper club setup one component at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark pieces are turned from sheesham, the Indian rosewood known botanically as Dalbergia sissoo, which carries a warm reddish brown grain that deepens gently with handling. The light pieces are natural boxwood, a close grained timber that holds a clean edge on the knight's mane and the bishop's mitre. Together they give the contrast a serious game needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 76mm to the top of the king, the Stallion sits in the standard club range and belongs among our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e. It is one of the most accessible timber sets in the range, and a sensible first step out of plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Sv4kRn7Tqm  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Weighted Staunton chess pieces in Indian sheesham and natural boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/14_5e1fc2ed-0fea-48b5-96ca-e3be97e9b936.jpg?v=1786770148\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Sv4kRn7Tqm\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Hd3pLm8Cfa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Hd3pLm8Cfa\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Hd3pLm8Cfa page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Hd3pLm8Cfa     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheesham dark pieces (Dalbergia sissoo) with the warm reddish brown figure of Indian rosewood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural boxwood light pieces that hold crisp edges on the knight and the bishop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e76mm king with a 30mm base diameter, the classic club proportion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted bases for a settled feel that resists a knocked elbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Hd3pLm8Cfa     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e34 pieces in total, including one spare queen per colour for promotions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAround 600 grams for the full set, light enough to pack and carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraded roster from a 40mm pawn up to the 76mm king for fast recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatched to a 37cm playing area, which works out at squares of roughly 46mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Jb6rNw2Pkd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Jb6rNw2Pkd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Jb6rNw2Pkd page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Stallion compares to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Jb6rNw2Pkd     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost entry level Staunton pieces sold in Australia are moulded plastic, or a thin stain brushed over a pale hardwood. The Stallion is neither. Both colours are solid timber, and the dark side is sheesham rather than dyed wood, so the grain reads as grain instead of a printed effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep up from here and you move into ebonised boxwood, then genuine ebony, with heavier weighting and more elaborate carving at each stage. Step down and you are back in plastic. The Stallion sits at the point where a set stops being equipment and starts being something worth keeping, which is why it is a common first purchase from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it does not try to be is a tournament grade set. The weighting is moderate and the carving is straightforward rather than ornate. For a home game, a club night or a school chess programme, that is the right trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Jb6rNw2Pkd  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Entry level weighted Staunton chess pieces in sheesham and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/16_8a284f47-9b7c-4b5c-9968-d4c6b75bcd30.jpg?v=1786770148\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Jb6rNw2Pkd\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Kc5tVz9Bnh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kc5tVz9Bnh page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTwo timbers doing two different jobs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kc5tVz9Bnh     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham and boxwood are paired for good reason. Sheesham is dense and oily enough to take a smooth finish while keeping visible figure, so the dark pieces never look flat. Boxwood is tighter and paler, which means the small details survive the lathe: the collar under the bishop's mitre, the steps on the rook's battlements, the cut of the knight's jaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause both timbers are natural, no two sets are identical. Sheesham in particular ranges from a light honey brown to a deep chocolate depending on where in the log the blank was cut. Expect variation across the dark pieces, and expect the colour to settle slightly over the first year of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Mf7gQx4Dsl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Mf7gQx4Dsl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Mf7gQx4Dsl page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeighting that steadies the game\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Mf7gQx4Dsl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stallion is a weighted set, and that changes how it plays. A weighted base lowers the centre of gravity, so pieces stand where you put them, shrug off a bumped table, and land with a small definite sound rather than a clatter. It is a difference most players notice inside one game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set runs to about 600 grams across all 34 pieces, so this is moderate weighting rather than the double weighting found on tournament sets. The practical effect is a set that feels considerably more substantial than plastic while staying light enough to carry to a club night in a bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Mf7gQx4Dsl  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Stallion Staunton chess pieces, 76mm king with a 30mm base diameter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/3_3e13f7b1-61ce-4677-9ef9-7eb8b0ac26a9.jpg?v=1786770148\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Mf7gQx4Dsl\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Rp2vYh6Wgc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rp2vYh6Wgc page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhich boards these pieces suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rp2vYh6Wgc     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are sold on their own, so the playing surface is yours to choose. The maker recommends a 37cm playing area, which works out at squares of roughly 46mm. The usual rule is that the king's base should cover about three quarters of a square, and a 30mm base on a 46mm square sits comfortably inside that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnything between 45mm and 50mm squares will look and play correctly. Go smaller and the position feels crowded once the middlegame opens up. Go larger and the pieces look stranded. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists the square size on every listing, so you can match the 76mm king before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Tn8mZk3Jru\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Tn8mZk3Jru\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Tn8mZk3Jru page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Tn8mZk3Jru     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stallion earns its place on one decision: solid sheesham for the dark pieces instead of stain over a pale hardwood, at the most accessible point in our timber range. The caveat is the weighting, because around 600 grams across 34 pieces is moderate rather than double weighted, and a player used to a tournament set will find it lighter than expected. We would put it in front of a first time buyer of wooden pieces, a school or club stocking several sets at once, or anyone replacing plastic on a playing surface they already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Tn8mZk3Jru  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Weighted Staunton chess pieces in sheesham and boxwood for club play\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/10_816d68ce-9e23-4f86-bada-75989e161f8b.jpg?v=1786770148\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Tn8mZk3Jru\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Wq4dFb5Nte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Ys9nCv7Lpo\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Ys9nCv7Lpo\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Zg3hMd6Kxi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Zg3hMd6Kxi page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a board included with these chess pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Stallion is sold as pieces only. A board is not included, and neither is a storage box, so plan for both if you do not already have them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat square size suits a 76mm king?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares between 45mm and 50mm are the right range, with roughly 46mm the closest match. That corresponds to the 37cm playing area the maker recommends for this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are there 34 pieces instead of 32?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes a spare queen in each colour. That means you can promote a pawn without turning a captured rook upside down to stand in for it, which matters in any game that reaches a real endgame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for sheesham and boxwood pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from heat vents, and wipe them with a dry or barely damp cloth. Avoid household polish and solvents. Timber pieces kept in a dry, stable room will hold their colour for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome players, school and club programmes, and anyone moving from plastic to timber for the first time. Collectors and tournament players usually want the heavier, more elaborately carved sets further up our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Sv4kRn7Tqm  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sv4kRn7Tqm { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sv4kRn7Tqm  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Sv4kRn7Tqm { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Sv4kRn7Tqm  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Sv4kRn7Tqm {\n  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}\n\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76mm (3.00 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp 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dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e44mm, base 27mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm, base 25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 pieces, including 2 spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheesham (Dalbergia sissoo)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 600 grams, with a variance of up to 10 percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended playing area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e37cm by 37cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45mm to 50mm, ideally 46mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStaunton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in sheesham and natural boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54170203128176,"sku":"CB-ICC-045","price":229.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/17_9489fc05-a7ba-4c08-ac34-6ab7322dc5b9.jpg?v=1786770148"},{"product_id":"war-admiral-luxury-handcrafted-staunton-ebony-112mm-chess-pieces","title":"War Admiral Luxury Handcrafted Staunton Ebony 112mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Wa4rMs7Kdn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Wa4rMs7Kdn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Wa4rMs7Kdn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWar Admiral Luxury Handcrafted Staunton Ebony 112mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Wa4rMs7Kdn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe War Admiral is a set for the player who wants the board to look as considered as the game played on it. A 112mm king puts these among the taller Staunton pieces in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/luxury-chess-pieces\" title=\"Luxury Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eluxury chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e, scaled for a study board rather than a travel one. They suit collectors, home players with a board already waiting, and anyone buying a milestone gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark side is turned from genuine ebony, Diospyros Ebenum, not ebonised boxwood dyed to imitate it. The difference shows over time. Dyed surfaces wear pale at the base rim and the finger points, while real ebony keeps its colour because the colour goes all the way through. The light side is boxwood, Gardenia Latifolia, given an antiqued finish that reads warm and slightly aged rather than bright new cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything is hand carved and hand finished, so the knights carry small individual differences from one set to the next. That is the nature of the work rather than a flaw in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Wa4rMs7Kdn  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ebony and antiqued boxwood Staunton chessmen from the War Admiral range, 112mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_6bd9f804-2c13-4c2a-880e-b260bb0c7e8c.jpg?v=1786770138\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Wa4rMs7Kdn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Eb3nTx5Pvr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Eb3nTx5Pvr\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Eb3nTx5Pvr page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Eb3nTx5Pvr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e112mm (4.43 inch) king with a 44mm base, sized for a commanding presence on a full size board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark pieces turned from genuine ebony, Diospyros Ebenum, dense and close grained rather than dyed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight pieces in boxwood, Gardenia Latifolia, hand finished to a warm antiqued tone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 chessmen supplied, including two extra queens so a promotion never means borrowing a rook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Eb3nTx5Pvr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatched to a 55mm square board, the standard pairing for a king of this height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoughly 1440 grams across the set, giving pieces that settle where you place them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand carved knights, so no two sets come out quite identical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaunton pattern proportions that stay legible from a standing position over the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Sn6kBd2Rlm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Sn6kBd2Rlm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sn6kBd2Rlm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the War Admiral pieces compare to other luxury chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sn6kBd2Rlm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Staunton sets at the upper end of the market reach for one of two things: an unusual timber, or an unusually large king. The War Admiral does both quietly. Genuine ebony is the material buyers most often ask for and least often get, because ebonised boxwood is cheaper to produce and photographs almost identically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst ebonised sets of similar height, the practical difference is longevity rather than first impressions. Both look right on day one. Only one still looks right after a decade of handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst other genuine ebony sets, the deciding factors are usually king height and carving standard. At 112mm this sits at the taller end of what a 55mm board will take comfortably. If a different scale suits your board better, the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSterling Chess chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e covers the sizes either side of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Sn6kBd2Rlm  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"War Admiral Staunton chessmen showing ebony grain against antiqued boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/3_491ed893-0b34-428a-9a2d-afe458513a37.jpg?v=1786770139\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Sn6kBd2Rlm\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Lu8pQr4Wch\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Lu8pQr4Wch page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eEbony that earns its place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Lu8pQr4Wch     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony is dense, close grained and slow growing, which is why it costs what it costs and why it turns so cleanly. On a piece this size that density matters. The finials on the king and queen hold a crisp edge instead of softening, and the bishop mitre keeps a clean cut rather than a rounded one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antiqued boxwood on the light side is doing a different job. A bright white piece next to true black can read harsh under a lamp. The antiqued finish knocks the contrast back a step, which is easier on the eye across a long game and sits better against a dark timber board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ky2vNm9Tsb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ky2vNm9Tsb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ky2vNm9Tsb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeight, balance and the feel of a move\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ky2vNm9Tsb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set totals roughly 1440 grams across 34 chessmen, which averages a little over 42 grams a piece across the roster. In practice that is a moderate weighting. Enough that a piece settles where you put it and does not slide when a sleeve brushes the board, without the deliberate heft of a double weighted tournament set. The maker notes the figure can vary by around ten percent, since weighting is added by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 44mm king base is the number that governs how the board looks once the pieces are out. On 55mm squares it leaves a sensible margin around each piece, so a crowded centre still reads clearly and neighbouring files do not run together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ky2vNm9Tsb  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Weighted War Admiral Staunton chessmen in ebony, 44mm king base, 55mm square sizing\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/4_e3f39e10-2621-4359-b960-b75ce23675c3.jpg?v=1786770139\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ky2vNm9Tsb\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Rd5hGt3Zqp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rd5hGt3Zqp page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board to match\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rd5hGt3Zqp     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are sold on their own, so a playing surface is a separate purchase. The maker specification calls for a 55mm square size, and that is the figure to buy to. The convention is that a king base should occupy roughly 75 to 80 percent of the square it stands on. A 44mm base on a 55mm square lands at 80 percent, which is why the pairing works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo smaller, to 50mm squares, and the position starts to feel crowded once the middlegame arrives. Go larger, to 60mm, and the pieces look under scaled on the surface. If you are buying both at once, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSterling Chess chess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square sizes on every product so you can match with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ma7fVn6Bkl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ma7fVn6Bkl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ma7fVn6Bkl page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ma7fVn6Bkl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe appeal here is material honesty. This is genuine ebony rather than ebonised boxwood, so the dark pieces carry their own grain instead of a dyed surface that goes patchy at the base rim after a few years of handling. Worth knowing before you order: the set totals around 1440 grams across 34 pieces, a moderate weighting rather than the heavy tournament feel some club players expect, and the maker states that figure can move by around ten percent either way. These suit a collector or a home player furnishing a 55mm board they already own, rather than someone after a competition weighted set straight out of the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ma7fVn6Bkl  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Luxury handcrafted Staunton chessmen in Diospyros Ebenum ebony and Gardenia Latifolia boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/18_78e32a55-c71e-414a-afb6-c2ce93f1545a.jpg?v=1786770139\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ma7fVn6Bkl\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Tc9sJp8Dwr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Ni4bHx2Fmt\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Ni4bHx2Fmt\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Ao6dLk5Yjs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Ao6dLk5Yjs page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these chess pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey suit collectors and home players who want a large Staunton set in real timber, and they make a considered milestone gift. Club players who prefer a heavily weighted competition feel may want something denser. Compare sizes and weightings across the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board size do these pieces need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 55mm square size is the recommended match, based on the 44mm king base. A 50mm board will feel tight once the middlegame arrives, and a 60mm board leaves the pieces looking under scaled. Square size is listed on every board we stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this genuine ebony or ebonised wood?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine ebony, listed by the maker as Diospyros Ebenum. The light pieces are boxwood, Gardenia Latifolia, with an antiqued finish applied by hand. Neither side is a dyed imitation of another timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for ebony and boxwood pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sun and away from heating vents, since both timbers respond to swings in humidity. Wipe with a dry or barely damp soft cloth, and never use household cleaners or solvents. Storing them somewhere with a stable temperature is the single most useful habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this listing include a board or a storage box?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces only listing: 32 chess pieces plus two extra queens, and nothing further. A board is not included and a storage box is not included, so please budget for both separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Wa4rMs7Kdn  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Wa4rMs7Kdn { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Wa4rMs7Kdn  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Wa4rMs7Kdn { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Wa4rMs7Kdn  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Wa4rMs7Kdn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Eb3nTx5Pvr  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Eb3nTx5Pvr { color: 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height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 mm (3.95 inches), 41 mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e87 mm (3.44 inches), 38 mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e84 mm (3.30 inches), 38 mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e71 mm (2.79 inches), 37 mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e65 mm (2.57 inches), 32 mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony wood (Diospyros Ebenum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntiqued boxwood (Gardenia Latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 chessmen, including 2 extra queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1440 grams, may vary by around 10 percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStaunton pattern, handcrafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in ebony and antiqued boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 extra queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54170204471664,"sku":"CB-AS289","price":779.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/antiquechesspieces3.jpg?v=1786770139"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1961-soviet-baku-sheesham-103mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1961 Soviet Baku 103mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Bk3mTn7Fqa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Bk3mTn7Fqa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bk3mTn7Fqa page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1961 Soviet Baku 103mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bk3mTn7Fqa     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1961 Soviet Championship in Baku produced one of the most photographed piece patterns of the Soviet era, and this reproduction brings it back in three timbers. It suits the club player who wants a full sized tournament piece with genuine history behind it, and the collector who has been chasing an original for years. It sits among the more characterful lines in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark side comes in sheesham, in ebonised boxwood or in bud rosewood, all against a close grained pale boxwood light side. Dimensions are the same across the three, so the choice is purely about colour and figure. Thirty four chessmen come in at roughly 1,100g to 1,450g depending on the timber, so this is a heavily weighted complement rather than a light one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reproduction was developed with collector Michael Ladzinski, working from the pattern that appears in tournament photography of Tal, Spassky, Karpov and Keres. The lathe work carries the markers of the original: defined collar rings, wide bases, and rooks turned without cuts in the turrets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Bk3mTn7Fqa  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham and boxwood reproduction chess pieces from the 1961 Soviet Baku pattern\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dsc4697_1_3nd.jpg?v=1786770147\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Bk3mTn7Fqa\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Cv4pRs2Hdo\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Cv4pRs2Hdo\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Cv4pRs2Hdo page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Cv4pRs2Hdo     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReproduction of the 1961 Soviet Championship pattern played in Baku, developed with collector Michael Ladzinski\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e103mm king with a 39mm base diameter for a commanding presence on the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree timbers on the dark side: sheesham, ebonised boxwood or bud rosewood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 chessmen in total, including two extra queens for pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Cv4pRs2Hdo     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavily weighted, from around 1,100g to 1,450g depending on the timber chosen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick green felt on every base to protect the playing surface and quieten each move\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnights carved with a divergent style on each side, faithful to the original pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits boards with 55mm squares, the standard tournament square size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Dm6tLw9Kzu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Dm6tLw9Kzu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Dm6tLw9Kzu page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the three timbers compare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Dm6tLw9Kzu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Soviet reproductions on the market copy the Dubrovnik or the Zagreb, which are the two patterns everyone already knows. The Baku is reproduced far less often, and that is a large part of the appeal. It reads as unmistakably Soviet at a glance without being the obvious choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham is the warmest of the three, an Indian rosewood with open reddish grain that deepens as it is handled. Ebonised boxwood is the opposite: a flat even black that gives the highest contrast against the light side and reads fastest across a table. Bud rosewood sits between them, a burl figured timber with swirling darker grain where no two pieces come out alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are identical across all three, so nothing about the board requirement or the feel of the set changes with your choice. That places these among the more accessible hand turned reproductions in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e, without dropping to a machine finished standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Dm6tLw9Kzu  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1961 Soviet Baku chess pieces in ebonised and natural boxwood, 103mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/antiquechesspieces.jpg?v=1787442632\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Dm6tLw9Kzu\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Fx2jNc5Pbe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Fx2jNc5Pbe page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeight and balance that settle the game down\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Fx2jNc5Pbe     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt roughly 1,100g to 1,450g for 34 pieces depending on the timber, this is a heavily weighted complement rather than a lightly weighted one. The practical difference shows in fast games and on any table that gets knocked. A weighted king stays where it is put, and the pieces do not skate when a hand passes across the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery base is wrapped in thick green felt. That does two jobs. It keeps the timber from marking a lacquered or veneered playing surface, and it takes the click out of each move, which matters more than most buyers expect once they have played on pieces without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Gp8rQd4Vlt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Gp8rQd4Vlt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Gp8rQd4Vlt page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eLathe work worth looking at closely\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Gp8rQd4Vlt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe turning is where this pattern earns its reputation. Collar rings on the king and queen are cut with a definition that survives the finish, and the curves through the body of each piece run continuously rather than in steps. The rooks are turned without cuts in the turrets, which is faithful to the originals and gives the piece a solid, blunt profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knights are the exception to all that lathe work, because they are carved rather than turned. Each one has a divergent style on either side, so the head is not a mirror image of itself. It is a small thing, and it is the first detail an experienced eye looks for on any reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Gp8rQd4Vlt  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand turned sheesham and boxwood chess pieces, 1961 Baku reproduction, 34 chessmen\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dsc5044_3nd.jpg?v=1786770147\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Gp8rQd4Vlt\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Hn5wSk3Zmy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hn5wSk3Zmy page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 103mm king\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hn5wSk3Zmy     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are chess pieces sold on their own, so the board is a separate decision. With a 103mm king on a 39mm base, they want 55mm squares, which is the standard tournament size and the most widely stocked. On 50mm squares they will fit, but the board feels crowded once the middlegame opens up. On 57mm squares they play well and simply read a little smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA useful rule is that the king base should sit at around 70 to 75 percent of the square width. At 39mm on a 55mm square that works out to roughly 71 percent, which is close to ideal. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists the square size on every board, so you can match before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Jt7bXf6Cru\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Jt7bXf6Cru\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Jt7bXf6Cru page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Jt7bXf6Cru     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strength here is the pattern. The Baku is documented in tournament photography from the 1961 Soviet Championship and it is reproduced far less often than the Dubrovnik, so it does something the more familiar Soviet patterns cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe honest caveat is the timber and the packaging. None of the three timbers is waterproof or UV resistant, so pieces left in direct sun will fade unevenly, and these ship without a board or a storage box, which means both are still to be sorted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe would point a club player who wants one considered set to keep for the next decade at these, and send a first time buyer somewhere simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Jt7bXf6Cru  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1961 Soviet Baku chess pieces in bud rosewood and boxwood, 103mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dsc6576_copy_2.jpg?v=1787442632\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Jt7bXf6Cru\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Kd9vYh2Nsi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Lz4gMp8Twq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Lz4gMp8Twq\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Ns3kBv7Jho\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Ns3kBv7Jho page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClub and home players who want a full sized tournament piece with genuine Soviet design lineage, and collectors building a run of reproductions. The 103mm king is a standard competitive height, so nothing about them is display only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a board included with these pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. These are chess pieces only. Neither a board nor a storage box is included, so you will need to pair them with a board that has 55mm squares and arrange storage separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board square size do they need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e55mm squares are the recommended match for a 103mm king with a 39mm base. Boards with 50mm squares will hold the pieces but feel tight in a crowded position, and 57mm squares give more room at the cost of the pieces looking slightly small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for these pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from damp, because none of these timbers is UV resistant or waterproof. Wipe them with a dry soft cloth. A light application of furniture wax once or twice a year keeps the timber from drying out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do these compare with the other reproductions in the range?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this listing, sheesham is the warmest and most open grained, ebonised boxwood gives the flattest black and the highest contrast, and bud rosewood is the densest with the most figure. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e groups them together so you can compare king heights and timbers side by side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Bk3mTn7Fqa  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bk3mTn7Fqa { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bk3mTn7Fqa  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Bk3mTn7Fqa { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Bk3mTn7Fqa  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  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\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e103mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e87mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e83mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e79mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e68mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheesham, ebonised boxwood or bud rosewood, depending on option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 chessmen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2, one per colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox 1,100g to 1,450g depending on timber, plus or minus 10 percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavily weighted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThick green felt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 chess pieces, including two spare queens\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Sheesham","offer_id":54170212008304,"sku":"CB-R0360T","price":369.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54215142015344,"sku":"CB-R0360","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bud Rosewood","offer_id":54215142048112,"sku":"CB-R0360-R","price":559.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/sheesham_baku.jpg?v=1786770147"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1950s-botvinnik-soviet-ebonised-112mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1950s Botvinnik Soviet Ebonised 112mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Bv3kMn7Tra\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Bv3kMn7Tra\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bv3kMn7Tra page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1950s Botvinnik Soviet Ebonised 112mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bv3kMn7Tra     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces reproduce the Soviet tournament sets that dominated the board through the 1950s, the decade in which Mikhail Botvinnik held the world title. They suit club players who want a full size set with real presence, and collectors drawn to the plainer, more purposeful side of Staunton design. At a 112mm king they sit at the larger end of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth sides start from the same timber. Boxwood, Gardenia latifolia, is turned and carved, then one half is ebonised to a deep and even black while the other is left natural under a lacquer finish. The king stands 112mm on a 45mm base, and all 34 pieces together weigh 1480g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoviet tournament design of the period favoured function over ornament. Short knights, low collars and broad bases were chosen because they read clearly across a board and stayed upright through a long time scramble. That restraint is what this reproduction is chasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Bv3kMn7Tra  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Botvinnik era Soviet tournament chess pieces in ebonised and natural Gardenia latifolia boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/3_d12a8a63-431b-4e38-afe7-c8f6f0e15d74.jpg?v=1786770167\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Bv3kMn7Tra\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Lq6sDm4Ple\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Lq6sDm4Ple\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Lq6sDm4Ple page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Lq6sDm4Ple     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e112mm king turned and carved from boxwood, Gardenia latifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces in total, including two spare queens, one per colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e45mm king base diameter for a broad, settled footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1480g across the full set, weighted in the Soviet tournament tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Lq6sDm4Ple     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEbonised black and natural lacquered boxwood, both from the same timber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaithful reproduction of the 1950s Botvinnik era tournament pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuits boards with 57mm to 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow collars and short knights that read clearly from across the table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Nt2rKb9Rso\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Nt2rKb9Rso\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nt2rKb9Rso page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow these Botvinnik pieces compare to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nt2rKb9Rso     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReproduction sets divide roughly into two camps. One chases the ornamental English patterns of the late nineteenth century, all long collars and deeply cut knight manes. The other follows the tournament sets of the mid twentieth century, where the brief was legibility and stability rather than decoration. These sit firmly in the second camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet against the ebony and bud rosewood reproductions above them, these give up the natural colour of a genuinely dark timber. Ebonising is a finish, not a species, and close inspection will show grain under the black where solid ebony would show none. What you gain is even colour across all sixteen dark pieces, which ebony rarely delivers, and a considerably more accessible position in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would rather compare the period patterns side by side before deciding, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e gathers them in one place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Nt2rKb9Rso  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1950s Soviet reproduction chess pieces weighing 1480g in total with a 45mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/8_dc5f6c48-e9c3-478a-8b41-b2b12cf20ead.jpg?v=1786770167\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Nt2rKb9Rso\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Cf7mHd3Vnu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Cf7mHd3Vnu page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeight and balance across a long game\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Cf7mHd3Vnu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1480g total spreads across 34 pieces, which places this set in the moderately weighted band rather than at the heavily weighted tournament extreme. A 112mm king on a 45mm base carries a low centre of mass by geometry alone, so pieces stay settled when a neighbouring square is played.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical effect is a set you can move quickly without disturbing the position around it. That matters far more in a club game with a clock running than it does on a display board, and it is the quality most often missed when a set is judged on looks alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Pj4wGs8Zci\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Pj4wGs8Zci\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Pj4wGs8Zci page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCarving that rewards a second look\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Pj4wGs8Zci     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoviet pattern pieces are often described as plain, which undersells them. The knight is the tell. In place of a flowing mane it carries a short, squared crop and a heavy jaw, a shape that was easier to produce consistently in quantity and, as a consequence, unmistakable at a glance from the far side of the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bishops carry a simple angled mitre cut rather than a deep slot, and the rooks are straight sided with shallow crenellations. Every choice serves the same end, which is a piece you identify instantly and never have to look at twice. Alongside the more decorative options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e, the restraint reads as deliberate rather than sparse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Pj4wGs8Zci  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ebonised boxwood Staunton pattern chess pieces from the Botvinnik tournament era\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/12_4dd85e50-42f6-4827-9ff8-81934fcebcbc.jpg?v=1786770167\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Pj4wGs8Zci\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Rm9dFk5Bto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rm9dFk5Bto page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board to suit a 112mm king\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rm9dFk5Bto     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are sold as pieces only. The standard sizing guide puts the square at roughly 1.25 to 1.3 times the king base diameter, so a 45mm base wants squares of about 57mm to 60mm. On that spacing a full opening position still leaves visible timber between neighbouring pieces and the board never looks crowded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo much below 55mm and the pieces will jostle in the centre files. Go beyond 60mm and the set begins to look lost on the surface. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square size on every product, so you can match the spacing before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Sb5nYr2Mha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Sb5nYr2Mha\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sb5nYr2Mha page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sb5nYr2Mha     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specification here is honest about what it is. Boxwood on both sides, ebonised on one, a 112mm king on a 45mm base, and 1480g across 34 pieces, which puts the balance in the moderate band rather than at the heavily weighted end some club players prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caveat is the finish. Ebonised boxwood shows grain under the black, so anyone expecting the dead flat surface of genuine ebony should look further up the range. For a player who wants a full size Soviet tournament pattern with two spare queens included, this is a sensible place to land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Sb5nYr2Mha  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Minimalist Soviet design chess pieces in ebonised boxwood with a 4.4 inch king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/19_9e116175-0315-48d9-8fbf-e6d938799710.jpg?v=1786770167\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Sb5nYr2Mha\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Tk1cWp6Ned\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Vd8gLn3Hku\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Vd8gLn3Hku\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Ws3bQt7Fma\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Ws3bQt7Fma page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these chess pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClub players who want a full size set for regular play, and collectors interested in mid twentieth century Soviet tournament design. The 112mm king sits at the larger end of standard tournament sizing, so the set also holds its own on a sideboard between games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces only listing, and a storage box is not included either. The pieces suit any board carrying 57mm to 60mm squares, so most full size tournament boards will take them without adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does ebonised boxwood actually mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth colours are turned from the same timber, boxwood, and one half is then stained black through a process called ebonising. It is not ebony. The advantage is even colour across all sixteen dark pieces, and the trade off is that faint grain remains visible under the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should the pieces be cared for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, since dry heat is what causes turned hardwood to crack. Wipe with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid furniture polish and any solvent based cleaner, both of which will lift the lacquer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do these compare to the other Staunton sets in the range?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are plainer by design. The Soviet pattern trims the collars and shortens the knight where a nineteenth century English pattern elaborates both. If you prefer the more ornate carving, the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e covers both traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre two spare queens really included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The set runs to 34 pieces, which is the standard 32 plus one extra queen per colour. That means you can promote a pawn without turning a captured rook upside down to stand in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Bv3kMn7Tra  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bv3kMn7Tra { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bv3kMn7Tra  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Bv3kMn7Tra { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Bv3kMn7Tra  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Bv3kMn7Tra {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Lq6sDm4Ple  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Lq6sDm4Ple { color: #000000;  text-align: center; 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This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54170215874928,"sku":"CB-ICC-018","price":419.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/black_latest_chess_pieces.jpg?v=1786770167"},{"product_id":"craftsman-knight-staunton-99mm-chess-pieces","title":"Craftsman Knight Staunton 99mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kp7mRt4Bxn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kp7mRt4Bxn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kp7mRt4Bxn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCraftsman Knight Staunton 99mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kp7mRt4Bxn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Craftsman Knight Staunton is a hand carved wooden set for players who want full board presence without moving up to solid ebony. The 99mm king reads clearly from across the table, and the pattern is built around its knight, which is where most of the carving work in a Staunton set actually shows. These sit in the upper middle of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo timbers are offered here. The ebonised option pairs deep black dyed boxwood against natural boxwood, so the grain stays faintly visible through the colour in a way that solid ebony never allows. The sheesham option uses Dalbergia sissoo, a dense Indian rosewood with a warm reddish brown figure that shifts as the light moves across it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThirty four chessmen come with each set, including a second queen in each colour, so a promotion never leaves anyone reaching for an upturned rook. Total weight across the roster is roughly 1270 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kp7mRt4Bxn  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Craftsman Knight Staunton pieces in ebonised boxwood, 99mm king, hand carved in wood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/craftsman_chess_pieces_ebony_wood_12__2.jpg?v=1786770178\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Kp7mRt4Bxn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Vd3sLq8Ntr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Vd3sLq8Ntr\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Vd3sLq8Ntr page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Vd3sLq8Ntr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99mm (3.9 inch) king on a 42mm base, sized for full tournament scale play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand carved Craftsman knight with a defined mane, shaped muzzle and open mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoice of ebonised boxwood or sheesham dark pieces against natural boxwood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted to roughly 1270 grams across the roster for a settled feel on the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Vd3sLq8Ntr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThirty four chessmen supplied, including two extra queens for promotions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits boards with 55mm to 60mm squares, the standard tournament range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClose grained boxwood holds crisp carving detail and takes a fine polish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as pieces only, so they can join a board you already own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Hm5kJw2Cpz\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Hm5kJw2Cpz\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hm5kJw2Cpz page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Craftsman Knight compares to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hm5kJw2Cpz     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Staunton patterns at this scale settle for a simple stylised knight, because a properly carved head is slow work. The Craftsman knight is cut with a defined mane, a shaped muzzle and an open mouth, and that head is the clearest single marker of hand finishing on a wooden set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet against solid ebony reproductions, this one is more accessible and more forgiving. Ebonised boxwood will show a deep scratch as pale wood where ebony would not, though it also holds its shape well through a dry Australian summer. Sheesham splits the difference again, offering natural colour in the timber rather than colour applied to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a wider view of the patterns offered at this king height, browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Hm5kJw2Cpz  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham wood and boxwood Craftsman Knight Staunton chess pieces, 99mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_5_1.jpg?v=1786770178\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Hm5kJw2Cpz\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Zt6nDf9Mgk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zt6nDf9Mgk page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCarving that rewards a closer look\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zt6nDf9Mgk     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight is the test piece on any Staunton design. Here the mane is cut as individual locks rather than suggested with a single groove, and the muzzle is shaped rather than flattened off. The bishops carry a clean mitre cut and the rook crenellations are square and even instead of being rounded away by sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxwood is the reason that detail survives. It is a tight, close grained timber with almost no visible pore structure, so a fine cut stays crisp rather than tearing out along the grain. The same density is why boxwood takes a deep polish and why it has been the standard light timber for carved chessmen for well over a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Rb4jGx7Swd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Rb4jGx7Swd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rb4jGx7Swd page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeight and balance through a game\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rb4jGx7Swd     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set totals approximately 1270 grams across thirty four pieces, which places it in moderate weighting territory. Pieces settle when they are put down and they will not skate across a felt topped board, but they do not carry the loaded heft of a fully weighted FIDE tournament set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 42mm king base is the figure that matters most in fast play. Against a 99mm height that is a broad footing, and it is what keeps the tallest piece upright when a sleeve or a hand brushes the board during a time scramble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Rb4jGx7Swd  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand carved ebonised boxwood Staunton chessmen with a 42mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/craftsman_chess_pieces_ebony_wood_6.jpg?v=1786770178\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Rb4jGx7Swd\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ns8fTc3Hlm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ns8fTc3Hlm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board to suit them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ns8fTc3Hlm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquare size, not overall board size, is what decides a good fit. These pieces want squares between 55mm and 60mm, which is the standard tournament range and the size most full size wooden boards are cut to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe working guide is that a king base should cover roughly three quarters of the square, leaving enough room for a captured piece to sit alongside without crowding. At 42mm against a 55mm square that lands almost exactly right. Every board in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists its square size, so the match can be checked before anything is ordered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Yc9rPn5Kvb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Yc9rPn5Kvb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Yc9rPn5Kvb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Yc9rPn5Kvb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 99mm king sits on a 42mm base, a wide footing for that height, and the carved Craftsman knight is the real reason to take this pattern over a plainer Staunton at the same scale. The caveat is weight. Roughly 1270 grams across thirty four chessmen is moderate rather than heavy, so anyone accustomed to a fully loaded tournament set will find these lighter in the hand than they expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey suit club and home players who already own a full size board cut to 55mm or 60mm squares. They are the wrong choice for a compact folding board, where the pieces will simply not fit the squares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Yc9rPn5Kvb  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Natural boxwood and sheesham Staunton chess pieces with two extra queens\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/sheesham_chess_pieces_8977e4cc-c965-415b-a197-6c64537acc53.jpg?v=1786770178\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Yc9rPn5Kvb\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Lf2wQd6Xtj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Bg7pMs4Zqn\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Bg7pMs4Zqn\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Wk3vFh8Dyc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Wk3vFh8Dyc page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these chess pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClub players and home players who want a hand carved wooden set at full tournament scale. The 99mm king and the carved knight also make them a sound gift for someone who plays regularly, because the quality of the carving is visible without needing any knowledge of chess to appreciate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat board square size do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween 55mm and 60mm. The 42mm king base covers roughly three quarters of a 55mm square, which leaves enough room to set a captured piece alongside. Squares under 50mm will feel crowded, and above 60mm the pieces start to look undersized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the dark pieces solid ebony?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. On the ebonised option the dark pieces are boxwood that has been dyed black, which is why a faint grain stays visible under the colour. On the sheesham option the dark pieces are sheesham, an Indian rosewood carrying its own natural reddish brown figure. Neither option is solid ebony and neither is described as such.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources, since dry heat is what causes turned hardwood to check and crack. Dust with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid household cleaners and water altogether. An occasional wipe with a little furniture wax keeps the boxwood looking fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do these compare to the other wooden piece sets in the range?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey sit above the plain machine turned Staunton sets on carving quality, and below the solid ebony reproductions on material. To see the full range of timbers side by side, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e is the place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes a board come with the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing covers the chess pieces on their own. Neither a board nor a storage box is included, so a board will be needed to play on if there is not already one at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kp7mRt4Bxn  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kp7mRt4Bxn { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kp7mRt4Bxn  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Kp7mRt4Bxn { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kp7mRt4Bxn  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kp7mRt4Bxn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Vd3sLq8Ntr  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  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\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStaunton, Craftsman Knight pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99 mm (3.9 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e42 mm (1.68 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height and base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e82 mm (3.25 in) height, 39 mm (1.5 in) base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height and base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e72 mm (2.84 in) height, 36 mm (1.4 in) base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height and base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e68 mm (2.69 in) height, 36 mm (1.41 in) base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height and base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e58 mm (2.31 in) height, 35 mm (1.41 in) base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height and base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e49 mm (1.92 in) height, 31 mm (1.22 in) base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark piece material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbonised boxwood or sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo), by option selected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight piece material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 chessmen, including 2 extra queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1270 g, plus or minus 10%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55 mm to 60 mm (2.2 in to 2.36 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbonised, Sheesham\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in ebonised boxwood or sheesham, paired with natural boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 extra queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54170221445488,"sku":"CB-AS268-B","price":349.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sheesham","offer_id":54170223608176,"sku":"CB-AS268","price":349.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/craftsman_grey_1.jpg?v=1786770178"},{"product_id":"tournament-staunton-german-knight-77mm-chess-pieces","title":"Tournament Staunton German Knight 77mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Mm3gBe3Vey\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Mm3gBe3Vey\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Mm3gBe3Vey page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTournament Staunton German Knight 77mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Mm3gBe3Vey     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German Knight is a different animal from the English one. Where the Staunton horse is modelled on the Parthenon frieze, with an arched neck and an open mouth, the German pattern cuts the head lower and further forward on a straighter neck, with the muzzle angled down toward the board. It is a working profile rather than a heroic one, and it is what the German and central European clubs settled on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the compact version: a 77mm king on a 31mm to 32mm base depending on finish, sized for 40mm to 45mm squares. It is small enough for a folding board or a crowded table and properly weighted rather than hollow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo finishes with identical proportions: sheesham, or ebonised boxwood. It sits in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Mm3gBe3Vey  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tournament Staunton German Knight chess pieces in sheesham and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/german_knight_23.jpg?v=1786772571\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Mm3gBe3Vey\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Co2qNw7Pia\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Co2qNw7Pia\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Co2qNw7Pia page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Co2qNw7Pia     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e77mm (3.03 inch) king on a 31mm to 32mm base, sized for 40mm to 45mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe German Knight, cut low and forward with the muzzle angled down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo options: sheesham with an open grain, or ebonised boxwood in an even black\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted with an iron stud in every base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Co2qNw7Pia     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQueen at 66mm, bishop at 60mm, knight at 56mm, rook at 40mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand carved and hand polished in India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick green felt on every base for smooth movement and board protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Nj9zPk1Nxq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Nj9zPk1Nxq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nj9zPk1Nxq page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the two finishes compare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nj9zPk1Nxq     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight, proportion and carving are shared. The two options differ only in the dark side and by around ten grams across the full set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham is Indian rosewood, warm golden to reddish brown with open grain and darker streaking. Against boxwood it gives a moderate contrast and the set looks like timber, which suits a pattern with this much club history behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonised boxwood is the same wood as the light side, dyed and finished black. The contrast is harder and reads faster in play, with no grain figure to compete with the knight. Because the colour sits at the surface, a deep chip will show pale wood underneath and years of handling can lighten the high points. Both appear across our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Nj9zPk1Nxq  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tournament Staunton German Knight chess pieces in ebonised and natural boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/german_knight_chess_set_72358ba7-ce0f-49ac-af8a-4c15ade7f3d3.jpg?v=1787465426\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Nj9zPk1Nxq\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ow5yCt6Vgp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ow5yCt6Vgp page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat the German Knight actually changes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ow5yCt6Vgp     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe differences are small in millimetres and obvious on a board. The neck is straighter and less arched, the head sits lower and reaches further forward, and the muzzle points down rather than out. Where the Staunton knight looks like it is rearing, the German one looks like it is grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractically, the lower profile means less of the piece sticks out to be knocked, which is part of why the pattern became a club standard in Germany. Aesthetically it gives the set a calmer back rank, because the knights do not draw the eye the way a high headed carving does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Qc4dZd9Bhc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Qc4dZd9Bhc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Qc4dZd9Bhc page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eA properly built small set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Qc4dZd9Bhc     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact sets are where corners usually get cut: hollow bases, thin felt discs glued into a recess, a spray finish that looks right for a season. This one is built the way the full sized sets are, with an iron stud set into each base under thick green felt that wraps the foot rather than sitting inside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a 77mm set that behaves like a real one. Pieces settle when you place them instead of tapping, they slide without catching, and the felt protects the board. The knights are carved freehand, so the four in your set differ slightly in the angle of the head; everything else is turned against a metal profile and comes out consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Qc4dZd9Bhc  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham German Knight chess pieces with a 77mm king on a 31mm base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/4_3c528185-4295-424d-ab45-d3cda601a8ef.jpg?v=1786772571\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Qc4dZd9Bhc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Om3vCq1Ppt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Om3vCq1Ppt page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eBoard size and where this set belongs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Om3vCq1Ppt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 40mm to 45mm, set by the king base, which is 31mm in sheesham and 32mm in ebonised. That is compact and folding board territory rather than full table sizing, so check what you own before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 77mm the king sits well below the 95mm to 100mm tournament band despite the name on the pattern, so this is a travel, small table and casual club set rather than one for rated play. No board is included. Square sizes are listed on every board in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e carries the recommendation on each set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kp6hBa6Lsr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kp6hBa6Lsr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kp6hBa6Lsr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kp6hBa6Lsr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the set I recommend to people who want something small that does not feel like a compromise. The German Knight is a genuine pattern with a real history rather than a styling choice, and at 77mm you get proper iron weighting and wrapped felt where most sets this size give you neither. Two things to be clear about. The word tournament in the name describes the series, not the size: at 77mm this is below rated play height and always will be. And 40mm to 45mm squares is small, so this belongs on a folding or travel board rather than the one on your dining table. On finish, take the sheesham if you like seeing grain and the ebonised if you want the two sides to separate quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kp6hBa6Lsr  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Angled German Knight carving on the ebonised Tournament Staunton chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/5_dbfbf392-27f3-4ea8-8601-9bcbee1b2ea5.jpg?v=1787465426\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Kp6hBa6Lsr\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Pa4pPm2Kyy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-He9nCe0Jhc\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-He9nCe0Jhc\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Ey0eQr8Twk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Ey0eQr8Twk page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 40mm to 45mm, set by the king base, which is 31mm in sheesham and 32mm in ebonised. That is compact and folding board sizing rather than full table sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the two options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the dark side, and about ten grams across the set. Sheesham is an Indian rosewood in warm brown with open grain. Ebonised is boxwood dyed and finished black, giving harder contrast and no visible figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a German Knight?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA knight carved with a straighter neck and the head set lower and further forward, muzzle angled down toward the board, rather than the arched rearing profile of the English Staunton horse. It became the club standard in Germany and central Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this set tournament legal?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Tournament is the name of the series, not a size claim. At 77mm the king sits well below the usual 95mm to 100mm band for rated play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Mm3gBe3Vey  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Mm3gBe3Vey { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Mm3gBe3Vey  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Mm3gBe3Vey { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Mm3gBe3Vey  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Mm3gBe3Vey {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Co2qNw7Pia  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Co2qNw7Pia { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  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width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e77mm (3.03 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31mm to 32mm, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e66mm (2.59 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30mm (1.18 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm (2.36 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e56mm (2.20 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm (1.57 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e38mm (1.49 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficer base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26mm (1.02 inch), bishop, knight and rook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheesham or ebonised boxwood, depending on option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted with an iron stud in each base, thick green felt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e520g in sheesham, 530g in ebonised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm to 45mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 chess pieces, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Sheesham","offer_id":54171155431792,"sku":"CB-AS206","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54215985791344,"sku":"CB-AS206-B","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/german_knight_23.jpg?v=1786772571"},{"product_id":"collector-series-handcarved-staunton-ebonised-66mm-chess-pieces","title":"Collector Series Handcarved Staunton Ebonised 66mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kb4mRt7Wds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kb4mRt7Wds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kb4mRt7Wds page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCollector Series Handcarved Staunton Ebonised 66mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kb4mRt7Wds     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hand carved Staunton set for players who want real timber and real carving without stepping up into the luxury tiers. At 66mm the king is small by modern tournament standards, which makes this set a natural fit for compact home tables, folding boards and the many boards sold with squares in the 40mm to 50mm range. It is one of the most accessible ways into our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark side is ebonised boxwood and the light side is natural boxwood, both turned and carved from Gardenia latifolia. Every piece is varnished and finished with thick green felt on the base, so the set moves quietly and does not mark a polished surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThirty four pieces ship in total: the standard thirty two plus a spare queen in each colour. That extra pair matters more than it sounds. Promote twice in a long game and you are not reaching for an upturned rook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kb4mRt7Wds  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Collector Series Staunton chess pieces hand carved in ebonised boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_08533752-8c96-4b81-9034-17cf756b7a7a.jpg?v=1786772569\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Kb4mRt7Wds\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Pn6cGx2Vhl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Pn6cGx2Vhl\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Pn6cGx2Vhl page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Pn6cGx2Vhl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e66mm king on a 32mm base, a compact Staunton profile that suits smaller tables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand carved in ebonised and natural boxwood by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThirty four chessmen in total, including two spare queens for promotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick green felt bases that glide quietly and protect the playing surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Pn6cGx2Vhl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarnished finish that seals the timber and keeps the boxwood grain visible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSized for squares of 40mm to 50mm, the common home and club range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround 500 grams across the full set, easy to carry and easy to store\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Staunton silhouette that keeps knight, bishop and rook easy to tell apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Zd3jTq8Lfm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Zd3jTq8Lfm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zd3jTq8Lfm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Collector Series compares to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zd3jTq8Lfm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost hand carved Staunton sets sold in Australia sit somewhere between 85mm and 95mm, built around the tournament standard. This one deliberately does not. A 66mm king is a different proposition: lighter, more compact, and far easier to house on a small table or a folding travel set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it keeps is the carving. Knight, bishop and rook are shaped by hand rather than pressed from a mould, and the boxwood is the same species used further up the range. What it gives up is presence. These pieces will not command a room the way a heavier, taller set does, and they are not intended to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want weight in the hand and a set that anchors a large playing surface, work through the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e before committing. If you want genuine hand carving on a modest footprint, this is the shortest route to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Zd3jTq8Lfm  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Entry tier hand carved Staunton chessmen in boxwood with a 66mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/3_ff08d943-cd54-4208-9eee-6c9b2e475be1.jpg?v=1786772569\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Zd3jTq8Lfm\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Hs5vNk9Bcr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hs5vNk9Bcr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing the right square size for a 66mm king\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hs5vNk9Bcr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the one thing worth getting right before you order, because a 66mm king is small and a poor pairing shows immediately. The maker specifies squares between 40mm and 50mm. Within that window, 40mm to 45mm gives a full, well populated setup where the pieces sit close to the edge of their squares and the opening position looks dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePush out towards 50mm and the same set reads more open, with visible space around each base. Some players prefer exactly that, especially for study and analysis where clarity matters more than density. Go beyond 50mm and the 32mm bases start to look stranded. Square size is listed on every entry in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e, so check that figure rather than the overall outside dimension, which varies with border width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ym7pDw4Jgt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ym7pDw4Jgt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ym7pDw4Jgt page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCarving that holds up under everyday play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ym7pDw4Jgt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand carving is not only an aesthetic choice. A carved knight carries undercuts and a defined mane that a moulded piece cannot reproduce, and those details are what let you identify a piece by feel as much as by sight when you are moving quickly in a time scramble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe varnish sits thin enough to leave the natural boxwood grain visible while sealing the surface against constant handling. The green felt on every base does the practical work: it stops the pieces scratching a polished top and takes the click out of each move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ym7pDw4Jgt  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Boxwood Staunton chess pieces suited to squares of 40mm to 50mm\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/25_0df58c15-5678-4521-8b94-1d00bd40e117.jpg?v=1786772570\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ym7pDw4Jgt\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Rc2fXb6Qnv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rc2fXb6Qnv page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOne species, two very different surfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rc2fXb6Qnv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth colours start as the same timber, Gardenia latifolia. The light side is left natural, so the grain, the pale honey tone and the small variations from piece to piece are all on show. The dark side is ebonised, dyed through rather than coloured on the surface alone, which produces an even near black finish without the cost of true ebony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical consequence is that the two sides age differently. Natural boxwood warms and deepens with handling over the years. Ebonised boxwood stays close to where it started. Both do best kept out of direct sunlight, which is the main cause of fading and of turned timber drying out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ft9sMz3Ckp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ft9sMz3Ckp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ft9sMz3Ckp page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ft9sMz3Ckp     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving standard here is a real step up on the moulded sets this competes with, and the two spare queens are a practical inclusion rather than a marketing one. The caveat is mass: thirty four pieces totalling roughly 500 grams averages out light per piece, so anyone expecting the planted feel of a double weighted tournament set will be disappointed and should look further up the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits a first hand carved set, a compact table, or a gift for someone who plays casually and cares how the pieces look. It does not suit a club player who wants tournament dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ft9sMz3Ckp  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sterling Chess entry tier Staunton chessmen in ebonised and natural boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/8_971fc499-531d-4b30-974b-8cac597efea1.jpg?v=1786772570\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ft9sMz3Ckp\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Ln8gWh5Zqd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Bv4tCr7Xms\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Bv4tCr7Xms\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Gj6nSp2Twl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Gj6nSp2Twl page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these chess pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who want hand carved timber on a small footprint: home setups, compact tables and relaxed club nights. They also make a sensible first real set for someone moving up from plastic. A serious tournament player will want something taller and heavier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat square size do I need for a 66mm king?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween 40mm and 50mm, with 40mm to 45mm the closest fit given the 32mm base. Measure a single square on your playing surface rather than the outside dimension, because border widths vary a great deal between makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs anything else included with the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces only listing: no chess board and no storage box are supplied. You receive the thirty four chessmen and nothing further, so plan for a playing surface and storage separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for the boxwood?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe with a dry or barely damp soft cloth and keep the pieces out of direct sunlight and away from heaters. Boxwood is dense but it still responds to humidity swings. Never soak a piece and never use solvent based cleaners on the varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do these compare to a larger hand carved set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe differences are height, mass and presence. A set with an 85mm to 95mm king carries more weight and holds a large playing surface better, while this one is easier to place on a small table. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e to see the sizes above this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre two extra queens really included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thirty four pieces ship in total: the standard thirty two plus one spare queen in each colour. It means you can promote a second pawn without borrowing a captured rook and hoping everyone remembers what it stands for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kb4mRt7Wds  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kb4mRt7Wds { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kb4mRt7Wds  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Kb4mRt7Wds { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kb4mRt7Wds  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kb4mRt7Wds {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Pn6cGx2Vhl  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Pn6cGx2Vhl { color: #000000; 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This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54171156316528,"sku":"CB-D0154","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chesspieces_aef25063-b883-467c-b7ff-c4c1ca1bca84.jpg?v=1786772570"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1950-dubrovnik-bobby-fischer-94mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1950 Dubrovnik Bobby Fischer 94mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kv7mDr4Xta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kv7mDr4Xta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kv7mDr4Xta page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1950 Dubrovnik Bobby Fischer 94mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kv7mDr4Xta     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1950 Dubrovnik pattern is one of the few Staunton derivatives that players recognise on sight, and it earned that recognition through use rather than ornament. This reproduction carries the full 34 piece roster on a 94mm king, offered in six timber pairings so you can pick the contrast that suits your board. It sits among the more considered options in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is turned and carved by hand from solid timber. The knight is short and alert rather than elongated, the rook sits low and broad, and the bishop mitre is cut shallow. Those are marks of the original Dubrovnik carving rather than later reinterpretations, and grain and figure vary from piece to piece because the timber is real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo of the six options are ebonised, and they are not the same set. Ebonised Antiqued pairs ebonised dark pieces with antiqued boxwood mellowed to a warm, aged tone. Plain Ebonised pairs the same dark pieces with natural boxwood for a crisper, higher contrast board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kv7mDr4Xta  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Antiqued boxwood and ebonised Dubrovnik chessmen in the 1950 tournament pattern\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dsc4653_copy_3nd.jpg?v=1786772602\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Kv7mDr4Xta\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Bn3sLp6Qwe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Bn3sLp6Qwe\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Bn3sLp6Qwe page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Bn3sLp6Qwe     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94mm (3.70 inch) king on a 39mm base, a full tournament scale presence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix material choices: Ebonised Antiqued, Ebonised, Sheesham, Bud Rosewood, Lacquered Burnt Boxwood and Stained Crimson Boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e34 pieces in every option, including two spare queens, one per colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaithful reproduction of the 1950 Dubrovnik pattern associated with Bobby Fischer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Bn3sLp6Qwe     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand weighted pieces that settle on placement instead of skidding across the board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits boards with squares from 50mm to 60mm, with around 55mm the comfortable middle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand turned and hand carved solid timber, so grain and figure vary piece to piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, alert knight and a low, broad rook true to the original Dubrovnik carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ht9cRm2Fjo\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ht9cRm2Fjo\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ht9cRm2Fjo page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow these Dubrovnik pieces compare to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ht9cRm2Fjo     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost reproductions of mid century tournament sets are judged on two things: whether the proportions are right, and whether the timber is worth the carving. The Dubrovnik pattern is unforgiving on the first count, because the silhouette is distinctive enough that small errors in knight height or rook width read immediately as wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese sit in the upper middle of the range. Hand carving and solid timber put them above pressed or machine finished reproductions, while the boxwood pairings keep them more accessible than the ebony sets above them. If you are weighing alternatives, the rest of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e are worth comparing on king height and base diameter as well as timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe six material options mean the decision is not only about budget. Sheesham, bud rosewood, lacquered burnt boxwood and stained crimson read warm under lamp light, while the two ebonised options give the flat, dark contrast most tournament players prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ht9cRm2Fjo  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Crisp ebonised and natural boxwood Dubrovnik pieces on a 94mm king scale\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dubrovnik_chess_pieces_ebony_wood_12__1.jpg?v=1786772602\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ht9cRm2Fjo\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Zp4kNb8Vsu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zp4kNb8Vsu page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing between the six materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zp4kNb8Vsu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonised Antiqued is the softest of the six. The dark pieces are ebonised boxwood and the light pieces are antiqued boxwood, finished to look mellowed and handled rather than new. If you want a set that reads as though it has already had a life, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonised is the crisper pairing. The same ebonised dark pieces sit against natural boxwood, pale and even, so contrast across the board is higher and the set looks newer. It suits players who want clarity at a glance more than atmosphere. The two are easy to confuse by name and look quite different in person, so it is worth deciding which effect you are after before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham gives a mid brown dark side with visible open grain against natural boxwood, so the two colours sit closer together and the whole board reads warmer. Bud rosewood is the deepest and most figured of the timbers, and it is also the heaviest of the six sets at roughly 1670 grams against 1210 grams for the others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStained crimson boxwood is the outlier and the reason some people buy this set at all. The boxwood is dyed through to a deep red rather than to black or brown, so the board reads as red against cream instead of dark against pale. It weighs the same 1210 grams as the ebonised and sheesham options and shares every dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacquered burnt boxwood is the least conventional of the browns. The dark pieces are boxwood darkened by controlled heat rather than by stain, then lacquered, which leaves a deep warm brown black with some grain still visible. Against natural boxwood it sits between the flat ebonised finishes and the openly grained sheesham, and it weighs the same 1210 grams as those two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Cw6gTj5Mhl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Cw6gTj5Mhl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Cw6gTj5Mhl page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompatible boards and square sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Cw6gTj5Mhl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 94mm king on a 39mm base wants squares between 50mm and 60mm. At 50mm the board looks full and the pieces sit close, which suits display and casual games. Between 55mm and 57mm the spacing is comfortable for serious play, and that is where most club players settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo below 50mm and the bases crowd, which makes captures fiddly and photographs poorly. Every board in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour chess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists its square size, so you can match before you commit. These pieces are sold on their own, so the board is a separate decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Cw6gTj5Mhl  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham Dubrovnik chessmen, warm grain against pale boxwood, 94mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/DSC4533copy.jpg?v=1786772604\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Cw6gTj5Mhl\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ry2dGx7Pnk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ry2dGx7Pnk page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCarving and weight you notice in play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ry2dGx7Pnk     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces are hand weighted, so they settle when you place them rather than sliding on. A full set in the ebonised, antiqued, sheesham, lacquered burnt boxwood or stained crimson options runs to about 1210 grams, and the bud rosewood set to about 1670 grams. Total weight varies by roughly ten percent between sets because the weighting is done by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo spare queens are included, one per colour, which matters more than it sounds. Promoting with a proper queen instead of an upturned rook keeps a position readable, and it is the detail most standard sets leave out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Jf8bWq3Ldi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Jf8bWq3Ldi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Jf8bWq3Ldi page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Jf8bWq3Ldi     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proportions are the real strength here. A 94mm king on a 39mm base with a short, alert knight and a low rook is the Dubrovnik silhouette done properly, and that is where most reproductions fall down. The caveat is that these are hand turned and hand weighted, so grain, figure and total set weight vary by around ten percent and no two sets of the same option are identical, which suits a player or collector who wants character in a working tournament set rather than a buyer expecting machine uniformity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Jf8bWq3Ldi  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Bud rosewood Dubrovnik chess pieces with deep figure and boxwood counterparts\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dubrovnik_chess_pieces_budrosewood_17.jpg?v=1786772602\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Jf8bWq3Ldi\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Xs5tYh9Bcr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Mg7pVn4Ktz\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Mg7pVn4Ktz\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Dq3wFs6Nby\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Dq3wFs6Nby page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these Dubrovnik pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClub and tournament players who want a set they can use every week, and collectors who care about pattern accuracy. The 94mm king and the full 34 piece roster make them practical for real games rather than display only. They also work well as a gift, because the pattern carries a story with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between Ebonised Antiqued and Ebonised?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth share the same ebonised dark pieces, so the difference is entirely on the light side. Ebonised Antiqued uses antiqued boxwood, mellowed to a warm, aged tone. Plain Ebonised uses natural boxwood, pale and even, which gives a higher contrast, newer looking board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich board square size do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares between 50mm and 60mm suit a 94mm king, and around 55mm is the most comfortable for serious play. Below 50mm the bases begin to crowd each other. Check the square size listed on any board before pairing it with these pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a board or a storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces only listing, so neither a chess board nor a storage box ships with it. Both need to be sourced separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for solid timber chess pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, since both dry the timber and can lead to cracking. Wipe them with a dry, soft cloth and avoid household cleaners and water. Storing them somewhere with stable humidity is the single most useful habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Dubrovnik pattern relate to a standard Staunton set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dubrovnik pattern is a Staunton derivative with a distinctly short knight, a low rook and a shallow bishop mitre. If you prefer the more familiar silhouette, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e are the closer match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kv7mDr4Xta  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kv7mDr4Xta { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kv7mDr4Xta  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Kv7mDr4Xta { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kv7mDr4Xta  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kv7mDr4Xta {\n    margin-bottom: 10px; 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approximately 1670 g for Bud Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 mm to 60 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1950 Dubrovnik reproduction, version 3.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 chess pieces in the material option selected\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Ebonised Antiqued","offer_id":54171160641904,"sku":"CB-AS214-B","price":419.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54171164180848,"sku":"CB-AS214-SE","price":349.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sheesham","offer_id":54171164213616,"sku":"CB-AS214-T","price":349.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bud Rosewood","offer_id":54171164246384,"sku":"CB-AS214-R","price":559.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Lacquered Burnt Boxwood","offer_id":54213022220656,"sku":"CB-AS214-N","price":409.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stained Crimson Boxwood","offer_id":54213646975344,"sku":"CB-AS214-C","price":349.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dsc4600_copy_3nd.jpg?v=1786772602"},{"product_id":"american-staunton-weighted-tournament-106mm-chess-pieces","title":"American Staunton Weighted Tournament 106mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Km4tRb7Vqs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Km4tRb7Vqs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Km4tRb7Vqs page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAmerican Staunton Weighted Tournament 106mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Km4tRb7Vqs     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a set of pieces for someone who already has a board they like. The American Staunton pattern is built around club and tournament use, with a 106mm king, a broad 43mm base and enough weight in the hand to keep a position tidy through a long game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth options pair a natural boxwood army against a darker one. The ebonised version uses boxwood dyed through to a deep black, which keeps the fine turning crisp. The sheesham version uses Dalbergia sissoo, a dense rosewood with visible figure and a warmer brown cast that shifts under lamp light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is double weighted with an iron stud set into the base and finished with thick green felt. Across the range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e we stock, this pattern sits in the practical middle: made to be played with rather than admired behind glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Km4tRb7Vqs  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"American Staunton chess pieces in ebonised boxwood with a 106mm tournament king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/15_9458a9c5-3c8e-471b-80c2-fe0d1839a48d.jpg?v=1786772609\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Km4tRb7Vqs\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Dp6hLn3Zwx\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Dp6hLn3Zwx\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Dp6hLn3Zwx page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Dp6hLn3Zwx     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble weighted with an iron stud set into each base, so pieces stay put when the board is knocked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e106mm king (4.17 inches), a common tournament height that reads clearly across the table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e34 pieces in total, including two spare queens, one per colour, for quick promotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43mm king base diameter, matched to boards with 51mm to 55mm squares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Dp6hLn3Zwx     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoice of ebonised boxwood or sheesham, each played against a natural boxwood army\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick green felt on every base to protect the surface of a good board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 1340g across the full complement, so the set has presence without being unwieldy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurned and hand finished, so grain and colour vary a little from set to set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Tj2vGc9Nkd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Tj2vGc9Nkd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Tj2vGc9Nkd page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the American Staunton pieces compare to other tournament chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Tj2vGc9Nkd     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost tournament pieces at the accessible end of the market are single weighted or lightly weighted, which is where the difference shows first. A double weighted piece resists a sleeve brushing past it and settles onto the square instead of skidding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Staunton profile is a little more upright and a little less ornate than the Zagreb and Fischer reproductions above it in the range. That is a fair trade for a set intended for regular play: fewer delicate finials to chip, a broader base to grip, and a knight cut for clarity rather than drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are still deciding on height and pattern, it is worth browsing the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e and comparing base diameters before you commit, since the base is what determines whether a set fits your board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Tj2vGc9Nkd  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham rosewood and boxwood American Staunton tournament chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dsc1655_copy.jpg?v=1786772609\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Tj2vGc9Nkd\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Bs8rWm5Hpf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bs8rWm5Hpf page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeight that slows the game down in the right way\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bs8rWm5Hpf     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble weighting is the single feature players notice most. An iron stud is set into the base before the felt goes on, which pushes the centre of mass low and makes each piece sit rather than perch. Around 1340g spread across 34 pieces is enough to feel substantial in the hand without making a long session tiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice that changes how the game reads. Pieces stay square when you reach across the board, a knocked rook does not take two pawns with it, and blitz moves land with a definite sound instead of a rattle. The green felt does the quiet work, sliding cleanly and leaving nothing behind on a lacquered surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Nc3qFd6Ytb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Nc3qFd6Ytb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nc3qFd6Ytb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTwo timbers, two different tables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nc3qFd6Ytb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonised boxwood is boxwood dyed through to black. Because it starts as the same close grained timber as the light army, the two sides carve identically and the turning stays sharp. Under direct light you will still catch the grain moving beneath the finish, which is how ebonised work is told apart from solid ebony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham is a genuine rosewood, denser and openly figured, with streaks that run from honey to deep chocolate across a single piece. It suits a warmer board and a room with lamp light. Neither is the better choice outright; the ebonised army gives you maximum contrast, the sheesham gives you character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Nc3qFd6Ytb  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Green felted double weighted American Staunton pieces in ebonised boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_de0ccc52-84c4-4ae5-a55d-54d553ef4340.jpg?v=1786772609\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Nc3qFd6Ytb\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Rw7kPs2Lmg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rw7kPs2Lmg page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompatible boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rw7kPs2Lmg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit is decided by the king base, not the king height. At 43mm across the base, these pieces want squares of 51mm to 55mm. That gives a comfortable margin around a castled king and keeps a full back rank from crowding at the start of the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares under 50mm will look tight and make the opening rows feel congested. Squares above 57mm swing the other way and leave the pieces looking stranded. If you are matching a board to these, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square size on every listing, so you can check the number before ordering rather than measuring after it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Vd5nHb4Xcr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Vd5nHb4Xcr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vd5nHb4Xcr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vd5nHb4Xcr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe numbers here are the argument: 1340g across 34 pieces with a 43mm base is genuine double weighting, not a token stud, and it is what separates a set you play with weekly from one you replace in a year. The caveat is that this is a pieces only listing, so you are supplying your own board and your own storage, and the ebonised army is dyed boxwood rather than solid ebony, which means grain stays visible up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe would point club players and anyone rebuilding a tired set toward these, and point buyers who want one boxed item to unwrap somewhere else entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Vd5nHb4Xcr  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham and boxwood American Staunton pieces for 51mm to 55mm squares\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dsc1654_copy.jpg?v=1786772609\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Vd5nHb4Xcr\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Ly9mBt8Qjn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Gf4pDk7Swz\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Gf4pDk7Swz\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Zh6bMv3Trl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Zh6bMv3Trl page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board included with these pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces only listing, and neither a board nor a storage box is included. You are buying the 34 pieces alone, which suits players who already own a board or who want to choose one separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these pieces need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoards with 51mm to 55mm squares. The 43mm king base is the measurement that matters, not the 106mm height. Every board in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e and board listings states its square size so you can check compatibility first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the ebonised and sheesham options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonised is boxwood dyed through to black, so both armies are the same timber and carve identically, with grain still faintly visible. Sheesham is a genuine rosewood with open figure running from honey to dark brown. Ebonised gives sharper contrast, sheesham gives more character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these suitable for tournament and club play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 106mm king and double weighted bases are built for regular competitive use, and two spare queens are included so promotion never interrupts a game. They are equally at home on a club table or a home board used several times a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for the timber?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from heating vents, since dry heat is what causes turned hardwood to check. Wipe with a dry or barely damp cloth and never use solvents or furniture polish. A light application of neutral wax once a year is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the pieces identical in weight?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose, but not identical. Weighting is added by hand, so the supplier quotes a variance of around ten percent across a set. This is normal for hand finished pieces and is not noticeable during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Km4tRb7Vqs  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Km4tRb7Vqs { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Km4tRb7Vqs  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Km4tRb7Vqs { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Km4tRb7Vqs  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Km4tRb7Vqs {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Dp6hLn3Zwx  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Dp6hLn3Zwx { color: #000000;  text-align: center; 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This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54171163263344,"sku":"CB-M0043B","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sheesham","offer_id":54171166835056,"sku":"CB-M0043","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/sdfdfssdf.jpg?v=1786772609"},{"product_id":"collector-series-staunton-sheesham-66mm-chess-pieces","title":"Collector Series Staunton Sheesham 66mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kp7dRm4Vhs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kp7dRm4Vhs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kp7dRm4Vhs page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCollector Series Staunton Sheesham 66mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kp7dRm4Vhs     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Collector Series in sheesham and boxwood is a compact Staunton set for people who want real timber under their hand without committing to a full tournament footprint. The 66mm king suits smaller boards, coffee tables and shelves where a 95mm set would crowd the squares. It is a sensible first wooden set from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range, and an easy second set to leave out where the family will actually use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark pieces are turned from sheesham, an Indian rosewood with a warm reddish brown grain that varies from piece to piece. The light side is boxwood, close grained and pale, which holds crisp detail on the knight manes and the bishop mitres. Both are polished rather than lacquered, so the timber keeps a soft sheen instead of a hard gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThirty four pieces ship in the set, which means two spare queens rather than the usual thirty two. Bases are finished with thick green felt, so the pieces glide instead of scraping and the playing surface stays unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kp7dRm4Vhs  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham dark pieces and boxwood light pieces from the 66mm Collector Series Staunton range\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/CollectorChessM0018_4.jpg?v=1786772605\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Kp7dRm4Vhs\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Nb3jTq6Zwl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Nb3jTq6Zwl\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Nb3jTq6Zwl page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Nb3jTq6Zwl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e66mm (2.6 inch) king on a 30mm base, scaled for squares of 40mm to 50mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheesham dark pieces with a warm reddish grain that differs on every piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoxwood light pieces, close grained and pale, holding crisp carved detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces in total, including two spare queens for pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Nb3jTq6Zwl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThick green felt bases for quiet, smooth movement across the squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted bases give the pieces a settled feel in play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolished finish that keeps a soft timber sheen rather than a plastic shine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAround 500g for the full set, light enough to pack away and carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Hs9fWc2Ldk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Hs9fWc2Ldk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hs9fWc2Ldk page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Collector Series sheesham pieces compare to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hs9fWc2Ldk     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost wooden Staunton sets sold in Australia are built around a 95mm king and a 55mm square, which is the tournament standard. The Collector Series works to a smaller scale. At 66mm the king is closer to what fits a folding board or a compact inlaid board, and that makes it a practical choice for anyone whose playing space is a kitchen table rather than a club hall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade for that compact size is an honest one. You get genuine sheesham and boxwood rather than stained hardwood or moulded resin, hand turning on every piece, and felted bases, all at the accessible end of the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range. What you do not get is the heft of a double weighted tournament set, and the carving is clean rather than highly ornamented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Collector Series is also offered in an ebonised boxwood finish for buyers who prefer a black and cream contrast to the natural reddish brown of sheesham. Both are the same series at the same scale, so the choice between them is purely one of colour and grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Hs9fWc2Ldk  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Compact 66mm Staunton chess pieces turned from sheesham rosewood and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/CollectorChessM0018_7.jpg?v=1786772606\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Hs9fWc2Ldk\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Rt4mGv8Bnp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rt4mGv8Bnp page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTimber character you can read across the set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rt4mGv8Bnp     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham is a true rosewood and it behaves like one. No two dark pieces match exactly, because the grain runs differently through each blank and the colour shifts between a mid brown and a deeper red depending on where in the log the piece was cut. Set the sixteen dark pieces up together and that variation reads as depth rather than inconsistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxwood on the light side does the opposite job. It is dense and almost featureless, which is why carvers have used it for fine detail work for centuries. The knight head and the crown work on the queen stay legible at this scale because boxwood does not fight the chisel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ce6kYd1Xrt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ce6kYd1Xrt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ce6kYd1Xrt page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eMatching a 66mm king to the right squares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ce6kYd1Xrt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquare size matters more than overall size. A 66mm king wants squares between 40mm and 50mm, which gives the 30mm base room to sit centrally with clear space around it. Go smaller and the pieces crowd each other; go much larger and the set looks lost on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost folding and compact inlaid designs fall inside that range, so the Collector Series pairs easily with them. If you are buying at the same time, check the square measurement rather than the overall dimensions, and browse the Sterling Chess \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e for options in the right size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ce6kYd1Xrt  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Polished 66mm Staunton chess pieces in sheesham rosewood and pale boxwood timber\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/CollectorChessM0018_9.jpg?v=1786772606\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ce6kYd1Xrt\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Mv2pJb5Qsn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Mv2pJb5Qsn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eA set that gets left out and actually used\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Mv2pJb5Qsn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a difference between a set that lives in a cupboard and one that stays on the table. The Collector Series is built for the second job. It is small enough not to dominate a side table, the felted bases mean it can be moved without marking whatever is underneath, and at around 500g the whole set travels in a bag without weighing it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat also makes it a straightforward gift. It reads as a proper wooden chess set rather than a novelty, and the two spare queens mean a newer player is not improvising with an upturned rook the first time a pawn reaches the eighth rank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Za8nDl3Fwc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Za8nDl3Fwc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Za8nDl3Fwc page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Za8nDl3Fwc     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe timber pairing is the real strength here. Genuine sheesham rosewood on the dark side and close grained boxwood on the light side is not something you commonly find at the accessible end of a wooden range, and the two spare queens are a thoughtful inclusion at this scale. The caveat is mass: roughly 500g spread across 34 pieces averages about 15 grams each, so these are lightly weighted and will never feel like a double weighted tournament set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy them for a home board, a first wooden set or a gift, and look further up the range if you want pieces that plant themselves on the square and stay put when the board gets knocked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Za8nDl3Fwc  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Two spare queens included with the 34 piece sheesham and boxwood Collector Series\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/CollectorChessM0018_5.jpg?v=1786772606\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Za8nDl3Fwc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Ux5rNk9Ghm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Bd1sPw7Tvj\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Bd1sPw7Tvj\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Fj6vLh4Cmr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Fj6vLh4Cmr page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these chess pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome players, families and anyone buying a first wooden set. The 66mm king and the light overall weight make them easy to handle and easy to store, which suits casual and social play more than serious club competition. They also work well as a gift for someone who has only ever played on a plastic set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat square size do I need for a 66mm king?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares between 40mm and 50mm. That leaves clear space around the 30mm king base without the pieces looking undersized. Measure a single square rather than the overall dimensions, since those include the border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are there 34 pieces instead of 32?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes two spare queens, one in sheesham and one in boxwood. They cover pawn promotion, which comes up often enough that improvising with a captured piece gets old quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe them with a dry, soft cloth and keep them out of direct sunlight and away from heaters. The polish is a surface finish, so avoid household cleaners and solvents. A light application of furniture wax once a year is enough to stop the timber drying out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this listing include a board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces only listing, so neither a board nor a storage box is included. Pair them with any playing surface carrying 40mm to 50mm squares, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare sizes across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kp7dRm4Vhs  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kp7dRm4Vhs { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kp7dRm4Vhs  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Kp7dRm4Vhs { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kp7dRm4Vhs  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  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}\n\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e66mm (2.6 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30mm (1.2 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheesham (Dalbergia sissoo)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm to 50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 500g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThick green felt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in sheesham and boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54171167293808,"sku":"CB-M0018","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/collectorchess_1bca7e54-8a93-4296-ae0b-ff1e3e7e3444.jpg?v=1786772604"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1959-russian-zagreb-staunton-99mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1959 Russian Zagreb Staunton 99mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Zg7mKr4Vhs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Zg7mKr4Vhs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zg7mKr4Vhs page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1959 Russian Zagreb Staunton 99mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zg7mKr4Vhs     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are for the player who would rather have a piece of chess history on the board than behind glass. The Zagreb 1959 pattern is one of the most recognisable Staunton designs ever made, and this reproduction brings it back at full tournament scale. It sits alongside the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e for anyone who wants character without moving to a display only set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark pieces come in your choice of sheesham, Indian rosewood or burnt boxwood, all paired with natural boxwood for the light side. A 99mm king stands on a 42mm base, and the full roster runs to 34 chessmen with two spare queens included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is turned and hand finished, so the grain reads differently from one to the next. That is the nature of solid hardwood, and it is part of why the set holds up to close inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Zg7mKr4Vhs  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Zagreb 1959 Staunton chess pieces in sheesham with a weighted 99mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_9516c589-3b86-41c0-ad01-c27be2c6cb15.jpg?v=1786772629\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Zg7mKr4Vhs\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Nb3pQt6Wdl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Nb3pQt6Wdl\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Nb3pQt6Wdl page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Nb3pQt6Wdl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99mm king on a 42mm base, full tournament scale for serious play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of sheesham, Indian rosewood or burnt boxwood for the dark pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaithful reproduction of the Zagreb 1959 Candidates pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 chessmen supplied, including two spare queens, one per colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Nb3pQt6Wdl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZagreb pattern knight, the most recognisable piece in the design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits boards with squares between 50mm and 60mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround 1,000g to 1,150g across the set depending on finish, a moderate and even weighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurned and hand finished hardwood with the grain left visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Hm5cRj8Ptv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Hm5cRj8Ptv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hm5cRj8Ptv page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Zagreb 1959 reproduction compares to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hm5cRj8Ptv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Staunton sets sold today follow the modern club pattern: tall, slim, heavily weighted and built for speed. The Zagreb 1959 pattern works to different proportions. The bodies are broader, the bishops and rooks sit lower, and the king carries a wide base relative to its height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet against the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range, this reproduction lands in the middle. It is more considered than an entry level club set and more accessible than the genuine ebony reproductions above it, without asking for antique provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you are buying is the design, carefully copied, in good solid timber. Collectors who care about the pattern rather than the pedigree tend to land here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Hm5cRj8Ptv  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Indian rosewood Zagreb 1959 Staunton chessmen with a 42mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/russian_chess_rosewood_copy.jpg?v=1786772628\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Hm5cRj8Ptv\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Kd2sLv9Bnr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kd2sLv9Bnr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhere the Zagreb 1959 pattern comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kd2sLv9Bnr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1959 Candidates Tournament ran across Bled, Zagreb and Belgrade, and decided who would challenge Mikhail Botvinnik for the world title. Mikhail Tal won it ahead of Paul Keres, then took the championship itself the following year. A sixteen year old Bobby Fischer played the full event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set used at the board became known simply as the Zagreb 1959. It has been reproduced many times since, and the pattern is now a standard reference point for anyone collecting mid century Staunton designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ts6nDw4Mgc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ts6nDw4Mgc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ts6nDw4Mgc page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eThree finishes, three different characters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ts6nDw4Mgc     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham is the lightest of the three dark options. It runs a warm reddish brown with open, visible grain and frequently carries streaks of darker figure, so a sheesham set reads clearly as timber from across a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndian rosewood is denser and darker, closer to deep chocolate, with a tighter grain. Burnt boxwood is different again: the dark side is scorched rather than stained, so the blackening follows the grain unevenly and no two pieces come out the same. All three use natural boxwood for the light pieces, so the contrast is mildest on the sheesham and strongest on the burnt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ts6nDw4Mgc  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham and boxwood Zagreb Staunton chessmen in the 1959 Russian pattern\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/3_554028d3-34d9-4335-a053-62b8634ba1e4.jpg?v=1786772629\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ts6nDw4Mgc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Fp9jGx3Ykm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Fp9jGx3Ykm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board to suit a 99mm king\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Fp9jGx3Ykm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 99mm king on a 42mm base wants squares between 50mm and 60mm. At the lower end the position feels tight but stays playable, and around 55mm the pieces have room to breathe without looking stranded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnything under 50mm will crowd the board once the position opens up and pieces start trading. If you are pairing these with a new surface, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists the square size on every product so you can match it before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Rv4tCh7Nqb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Rv4tCh7Nqb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rv4tCh7Nqb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rv4tCh7Nqb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specification that matters here is the 42mm base beneath a 99mm king, a ratio of roughly 0.42 that is broader than most modern club patterns and gives the Zagreb silhouette its planted look on the board. The honest caveat is fill: about 1,000g to 1,150g across 34 pieces averages near 32 grams a piece, which is moderate rather than heavy, so anyone coming from a heavily weighted tournament set will notice the difference the first time they move a rook. These suit collectors and home players who want the 1959 design in solid timber, and suit club players chasing maximum heft on a fast clock rather less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Rv4tCh7Nqb  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Rosewood and boxwood Zagreb 1959 Staunton chess pieces, 34 piece roster\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dsc3979_3nd.jpg?v=1786772628\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Rv4tCh7Nqb\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Xw8dJm2Fzp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Cy3rBn5Hkt\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Cy3rBn5Hkt\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Ln7gVs6Dwj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Ln7gVs6Dwj page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are these chess pieces best suited to?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of mid century Staunton designs, and home players who want a set with genuine history behind the shape. The 99mm king is full tournament scale, so these play properly rather than sitting purely as display. Club players chasing maximum weight on a fast clock may prefer a heavier modern pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the three finishes?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham is a warm reddish brown with open, visible grain. Indian rosewood is denser and noticeably darker, closer to chocolate, which gives a stronger contrast against the natural boxwood light pieces. Burnt boxwood is scorched rather than stained, so each piece carries its own pattern of darkening and no two match. All three share identical dimensions and piece count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board included with these pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a pieces only listing, and neither a board nor a storage box is supplied. You can browse compatible surfaces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e, where every listing states its square size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for solid hardwood chess pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, since both dry the timber and can lead to cracking over time. Wipe with a dry or barely damp soft cloth. A light wax once or twice a year keeps the finish even across the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are there 34 pieces rather than 32?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes two spare queens, one per colour, so a pawn can be promoted without borrowing a piece from elsewhere on the board. That is standard on reproduction sets of this calibre. More options across different timbers sit in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Zg7mKr4Vhs  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zg7mKr4Vhs { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zg7mKr4Vhs  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Zg7mKr4Vhs { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Zg7mKr4Vhs  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Zg7mKr4Vhs {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n  } 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}\n\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99 mm (3.89 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e42 mm (1.65 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e82 mm, base 39 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e78 mm, base 35 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e70 mm, base 35 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e56 mm, base 35 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e51 mm, base 30 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 chessmen, including 2 spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark piece material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheesham, Indian rosewood or burnt boxwood, by variant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight piece material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1,000g to 1,150g depending on finish, plus or minus 10 percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 mm to 60 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReproduction of the Zagreb 1959 Staunton pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 chess pieces, including two spare queens\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Sheesham","offer_id":54171170308464,"sku":"CB-S1236-A","price":279.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rosewood","offer_id":54171173355888,"sku":"CB-S1240-A","price":329.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Burnt Boxwood","offer_id":54215163937136,"sku":"CB-R0306","price":379.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1_184dec30-54e5-4bc9-b06f-2b2b1bdafe1f.jpg?v=1786772628"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1860-anderssen-drop-jaw-staunton-ebony-antiqued-boxwood-115mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1860 Anderssen Drop Jaw Staunton Ebony \u0026 Antiqued Boxwood 115mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kd7mVr4Xps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kd7mVr4Xps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kd7mVr4Xps page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1860 Anderssen Drop Jaw Staunton Ebony \u0026amp; Antiqued Boxwood 115mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kd7mVr4Xps     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1860 Anderssen drop jaw Staunton is one of the harder patterns to find in playable condition, and originals in good order change hands for thousands. This reproduction puts the design back on a board you can actually use, carved in genuine ebony and antiqued boxwood with a 115mm king.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat marks the pattern out is the knight. The drop jaw carving sits in the same family as the 1852 Harrwitz knights, with an open mouth and a heavy brow that reads clearly from across the table. The bishops carry a vertical mitre, and every piece stands on a wide base that keeps the set stable under a sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese sit at the top of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/luxury-chess-pieces\" title=\"Luxury Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eluxury chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e. They are a set for someone who wants the Staunton lineage on display and is willing to give it a board built to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kd7mVr4Xps  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1860 Anderssen drop jaw Staunton chess pieces in genuine ebony and antiqued boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/img_5552_copy.jpg?v=1787347616\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Kd7mVr4Xps\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Ln3bQt8Zwe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Ln3bQt8Zwe\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Ln3bQt8Zwe page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Ln3bQt8Zwe     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e115mm (4.52 inch) king on a 48mm base, sized for 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine ebony on the dark side, antiqued boxwood on the light side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavily weighted with lead to 2,000g across the set, around 59g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrop jaw knights carved in the same family as the 1852 Harrwitz pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Ln3bQt8Zwe     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKing side stamping on the rooks and knights of both colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThick green felt bases that protect a timber board and quieten each move\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour step colour and rotational polishing for a uniform antique tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Hj5cWy2Nkr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Hj5cWy2Nkr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hj5cWy2Nkr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the 1860 Anderssen pieces compare to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hj5cWy2Nkr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReproductions of antique Staunton patterns tend to compromise in one of two places. Some keep the silhouette and shrink the bases to save timber, which leaves the pieces looking correct in a photograph and feeling wrong in the hand. Others carve well but weight lightly, so the set photographs better than it plays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one holds its proportions. A 48mm base under a 115mm king is generous, and the set is weighted with lead to 2,000g across 34 pieces. That combination is what keeps a tall king planted rather than top heavy, and it is the reason the pattern survives as a playing set rather than a shelf piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you give up is subtlety of scale. This is a large set that needs a large board. If you want the same carving tradition at closer to tournament proportions, the smaller sets in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e will suit you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Hj5cWy2Nkr  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Drop jaw knight carving on the reproduction 1860 Anderssen Staunton chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/img_5555_copy.jpg?v=1787347616\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Hj5cWy2Nkr\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Tp9fRm6Bxa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Tp9fRm6Bxa page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhere the Anderssen pattern came from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Tp9fRm6Bxa     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Staunton pattern was named after Howard Staunton, the strongest player of his day, and first produced by John Jaques of London in 1849. The design solved a practical problem: pieces that could be told apart instantly, turned in quantity, and stood up to being knocked. Rooks became solid castles, pawns were pared back, the king took a cross finial and the queen a coronet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1860 Anderssen is a later variation on that theme, and takes its name from Adolf Anderssen, who was widely regarded as the world's leading player through the 1850s. The drop jaw knight is the identifying feature. Where the original Jaques knights were comparatively restrained, the Anderssen carving opens the mouth and deepens the brow, which is a harder shape to cut and a more expressive one to look at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ge4hLd1Vqn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ge4hLd1Vqn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ge4hLd1Vqn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWeight and finish you notice in the hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ge4hLd1Vqn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight is the first thing you notice. Lead is set through the bases, taking the full set to 2,000g, which averages around 59g a piece. The supplier notes a tolerance of roughly ten percent either way, which is normal for hand weighted pieces and worth expecting rather than being surprised by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light side is antiqued rather than left natural. A four step colour and rotational polishing process takes the boxwood to a darker, oxidised tone, closer to a century old set than a freshly turned one. The trade off is contrast: against the ebony this reads warmer and softer than a bright boxwood set would. The rooks and knights on the king's side also carry a stamped crown, which is a period detail and a genuinely useful one when you are setting up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ge4hLd1Vqn  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Antiqued boxwood and ebony Staunton chess pieces with a 115mm king and 48mm base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/antiquechessset.jpg?v=1787347616\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ge4hLd1Vqn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Mz8kSb3Cty\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Mz8kSb3Cty page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 115mm king\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Mz8kSb3Cty     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe number that decides your board is the 48mm king base, not the 115mm height. As a rule the base wants to sit at around 78 percent of the square, which puts these pieces on 60mm squares. That is larger than standard tournament sizing, so a board bought for a 95mm set will crowd them badly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included with these pieces. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size, so you can match the 60mm requirement directly rather than working it back from the overall board dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Rw2nDx7Jhu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Rw2nDx7Jhu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rw2nDx7Jhu page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rw2nDx7Jhu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason to buy this set is the knight. A drop jaw carving is harder to cut than a standard Staunton knight and it is the detail that carries the whole pattern, backed here by a 48mm base and 2,000g of weighting that keep a tall king stable. The honest caveat is scale and contrast: 60mm squares are bigger than most boards people already own, and the antiqued light side is deliberately darker than natural boxwood, so the two sides separate less sharply than a bright set. We would put this in front of a collector who wants the Anderssen lineage on a board they actually play on, rather than a buyer after maximum contrast for fast play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Rw2nDx7Jhu  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"King side stamping on the rooks and knights of the 1860 Anderssen Staunton pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/anderson.jpg?v=1787347616\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Rw2nDx7Jhu\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Bq6vFg9Pml\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Nc5jXt2Dfo\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Nc5jXt2Dfo\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Vy7pKn4Wsi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Vy7pKn4Wsi page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these pieces need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 60mm. That comes from the 48mm king base rather than the 115mm height, and it is larger than standard tournament sizing. A board made for a 95mm set will feel cramped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the antiqued finish actually change?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light pieces are taken to a darker, oxidised tone through a four step colour and polishing process, so they read as aged rather than freshly turned. It lowers the contrast against the ebony compared with a natural boxwood set, which some players prefer and others find harder to scan quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are the rooks and knights stamped?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA crown is stamped on the king's side rook and knight on both colours. It marks which side of the board those pieces started on, which is how they are referred to in notation as the king's rook or queen's knight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I look after them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them out of direct sunlight and away from heat, which is what causes turned hardwood to crack. Dust with a dry, soft cloth and avoid solvent based polishes, which can lift the antique finish. The rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e is cared for the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kd7mVr4Xps  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kd7mVr4Xps { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kd7mVr4Xps  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Kd7mVr4Xps { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kd7mVr4Xps  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kd7mVr4Xps {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } 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\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e115mm (4.52 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48mm (1.88 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93mm (3.66 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46mm (1.81 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e79mm (3.11 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e72mm (2.83 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e64mm (2.51 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e57mm (2.24 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntiqued boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavily weighted with lead, thick green felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2,000g, with a hand weighting tolerance of about ten percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in genuine ebony and antiqued boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54208601817456,"sku":"CB-R0376","price":849.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/img_5553_copy.jpg?v=1787347615"},{"product_id":"reproduction-nathaniel-cooke-1849-staunton-collector-ebony-115mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction Nathaniel Cooke 1849 Staunton Collector Ebony 115mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Hd3jOc9Vqi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Hd3jOc9Vqi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hd3jOc9Vqi page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction Nathaniel Cooke 1849 Staunton Collector Ebony 115mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hd3jOc9Vqi     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Staunton set made since 1849 descends from one design. Nathaniel Cooke registered it, John Jaques of London produced it, and Howard Staunton lent it his name. This is a reproduction of that original pattern, carved in genuine ebony and antiqued boxwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collector proportions are what separate it from an ordinary Staunton. A 115mm king stands on a 52mm base, which is exceptionally wide, and the set weighs 2,220g across 34 pieces. The rook base is 48mm, nearly as broad as the king, giving the back rank the squat authority the earliest sets had before later makers slimmed everything down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese sit at the top of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e. They are a set for someone who wants the origin of the pattern rather than a later interpretation of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Hd3jOc9Vqi  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Nathaniel Cooke 1849 Staunton reproduction chess pieces in genuine ebony\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/nathanielcookiechess_76c230bf-c1fc-44aa-8272-b40fcde8f4a2.jpg?v=1787363955\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Hd3jOc9Vqi\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Fc3eMx8Qhb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Fc3eMx8Qhb\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Fc3eMx8Qhb page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Fc3eMx8Qhb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e115mm (4.5 inch) king on an unusually wide 52mm base, sized for 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine ebony (Diospyros ebenum) paired with antiqued boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2,220g across the full set, around 65g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaithful to the 1849 pattern registered by Nathaniel Cooke and made by Jaques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Fc3eMx8Qhb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e48mm rook base, nearly as wide as the king, for a broad and stable back rank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntiqued finish on the light side, closer to an aged set than a freshly turned one\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick felt bases that protect a timber board and soften each move\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Vp9yNz9Cgb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Vp9yNz9Cgb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vp9yNz9Cgb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the 1849 Cooke reproduction compares to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vp9yNz9Cgb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Staunton pattern has been reinterpreted continuously for nearly two centuries, and most modern sets are descendants several generations removed. Bases narrowed, kings grew taller, and the knight drifted from the short powerful head of the original toward something more decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoing back to the 1849 design means accepting proportions that look unfamiliar at first. The king is broad rather than slender, the rooks are heavy, and nothing tapers as much as a contemporary eye expects. That squareness is the point, and it is why the original design survived every rival pattern of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade off is board size. A 52mm base needs 60mm squares, which is larger than most boards in circulation. Lighter and smaller alternatives sit further down our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Vp9yNz9Cgb  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Antiqued boxwood light side of the 1849 Staunton collector reproduction\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_set_1.jpg?v=1787363956\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Vp9yNz9Cgb\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Xg9gFg8Epn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Xg9gFg8Epn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eThe set that every other Staunton descends from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Xg9gFg8Epn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore 1849 chess sets were a mess of regional patterns. Players travelling between cities regularly faced equipment they could not read at a glance, with bishops and kings that looked alike and knights that varied wildly. Tournament play needed a standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design Cooke registered solved it with symbols rather than ornament: a cross for the king, a coronet for the queen, a mitre for the bishop, a castellated tower for the rook. It could be turned quickly on a lathe, with only the knight requiring hand carving. Within a generation it was the only pattern serious players used, and FIDE later made it the only one permitted in competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Qm7rWw9Joh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Qm7rWw9Joh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Qm7rWw9Joh page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eEbony and antiqued boxwood, and why the pairing matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Qm7rWw9Joh     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark side is genuine ebony heartwood rather than dyed timber. It is dense, close grained and nearly uniform in colour, and it holds a fine edge on the carved detail in a way that stained wood cannot. It is also the reason the set weighs what it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light side is antiqued boxwood, taken to a mellow oxidised tone rather than left bright. Against ebony this reads warmer and softer than a natural boxwood pairing would. If you want maximum contrast for fast play this is not the set to choose, but for a collector piece the aged tone is closer to how surviving originals actually look today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Qm7rWw9Joh  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand carved knight on the 1849 Nathaniel Cooke Staunton reproduction\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/NATHANIELCOOKIECHESSSET.jpg?v=1787363951\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Qm7rWw9Joh\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Zb2sJd1Zrr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zb2sJd1Zrr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 52mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zb2sJd1Zrr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set needs 60mm squares. The number comes from the 52mm king base, which is far wider than a modern tournament set, and it is the single most common mistake buyers make with collector reproductions. A board bought for a 95mm king will leave these pieces touching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size so you can match the 60mm requirement directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Lw2sQp3Mpe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Lw2sQp3Mpe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Lw2sQp3Mpe page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Lw2sQp3Mpe     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason to buy this set is fidelity to the source: a 52mm king base and a 48mm rook base are the proportions the 1849 pattern actually had, and almost every modern Staunton has quietly narrowed them. The caveats are real though, and both are about scale. It needs 60mm squares, which is larger than most boards people own, and the antiqued light side deliberately lowers contrast against the ebony, so this reads as a collector set rather than a fast play one. We would put it in front of someone who wants the origin of the Staunton pattern on their board and is willing to buy the right board for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Lw2sQp3Mpe  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Collector edition 1849 Staunton chess pieces with a 115mm ebony king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_set_4.jpg?v=1787363949\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Lw2sQp3Mpe\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Ef5nRz8Bvk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Ok2qWi8Dao\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Ok2qWi8Dao\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Hz6xLa6Xec\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Hz6xLa6Xec page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 60mm. That comes from the exceptionally wide 52mm king base rather than the 115mm height. A board sized for a standard tournament set will crowd them badly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this genuine ebony?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the dark pieces are genuine ebony heartwood (Diospyros ebenum) rather than ebonised or dyed timber. That is what gives the set both its density and its weight of 2,220g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy does the light side look aged?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe boxwood is antiqued, taken to an oxidised tone through a colour and polishing process rather than left natural. It lowers contrast against the ebony but matches how surviving nineteenth century sets look today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does it compare to other reproductions in the range?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is heavier and wider based than most, and it reproduces the original 1849 pattern rather than a later variation. Browse the rest of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e to compare against the tournament era designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Hd3jOc9Vqi  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hd3jOc9Vqi { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hd3jOc9Vqi  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Hd3jOc9Vqi { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Hd3jOc9Vqi  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Hd3jOc9Vqi {\n    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dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e52mm (2.0 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97mm (3.8 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm (1.9 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75mm (2.9 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e70mm (2.8 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e66mm (2.6 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48mm (1.8 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm (2.3 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony (Diospyros ebenum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntiqued boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted, with thick felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2,220g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in genuine ebony and antiqued boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54210963439984,"sku":"CB-ICC-055","price":919.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/nathanielcooke.jpg?v=1787363949"},{"product_id":"tournament-staunton-german-knight-sheesham-96mm-chess-pieces","title":"Tournament Staunton German Knight Sheesham 96mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Rk3vCq7Sqa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Rk3vCq7Sqa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rk3vCq7Sqa page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTournament Staunton German Knight Sheesham 96mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rk3vCq7Sqa     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German knight is a distinct carving tradition. Where the English Staunton knight arches its neck and drops its muzzle, the German version holds its head higher, cuts the mane in deeper ridges, and squares the jaw. It reads as more alert and less decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a straightforward tournament set built around that carving. A 96mm king on a 38mm base is standard competition sizing, the set weighs 966g, and the timbers are sheesham on the dark side against boxwood on the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits at the accessible end of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e, and it is the kind of set that gets used rather than admired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Rk3vCq7Sqa  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"German knight tournament Staunton chess pieces in sheesham and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/german_knight_chess_set_21.jpg?v=1787363949\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Rk3vCq7Sqa\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Xq1sRu3Evg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Xq1sRu3Evg\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Xq1sRu3Evg page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Xq1sRu3Evg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96mm (3.7 inch) king on a 38mm base, standard tournament sizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGerman knight carving, with a higher head and deeper cut mane than the English pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e966g across the full set, an easy weight to carry to a club night\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheesham (Dalbergia sissoo) dark side against natural boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Xq1sRu3Evg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSized for 45mm to 50mm squares, matching most boards already in circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFelt bases that protect a timber board and quieten each move\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProportions that follow competition convention rather than display sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ij3cPd6Yqc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ij3cPd6Yqc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ij3cPd6Yqc page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the German knight set compares to other tournament chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ij3cPd6Yqc     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTournament sets are bought for use, so the things that matter are unglamorous: does the king sit at a legal height, will the set fit the club's boards, and will it survive being carried around. Aesthetics come after that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one answers all three plainly. A 96mm king is squarely within competition convention, the 38mm base fits the 45mm to 50mm boards most clubs own, and at 966g it travels without being a burden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it is not is a collector piece. The timber is sheesham rather than ebony or rosewood, and the finish is workmanlike. For something more substantial, the weighted sets further up our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e are the better direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ij3cPd6Yqc  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham and boxwood tournament chess pieces with a 96mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/german_knight_chess_pieces_set.jpg?v=1787363948\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ij3cPd6Yqc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ki2fBa8Fhm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ki2fBa8Fhm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat makes a knight German\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ki2fBa8Fhm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnight carving is where chess sets reveal their origin, because it is the only piece that cannot be produced entirely on a lathe. Every other piece is turned; the knight is cut by hand, and the workshop's habits show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German pattern holds the head higher and further forward than the English Staunton, cuts the mane as a series of defined ridges rather than a smooth sweep, and finishes with a squarer jaw. Against an English knight the difference is obvious once you have seen both, and it is the main reason to choose one over the other at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Jv4zHo5Wdv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Jv4zHo5Wdv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Jv4zHo5Wdv page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eBuilt for the club table\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Jv4zHo5Wdv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 966g across 34 pieces this set averages around 28g a piece. That is light enough to carry comfortably and heavy enough that the pieces do not slide when a table is bumped. Felt on every base protects a timber board and keeps the sound of a move soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 38mm king base is the practical number here. It suits 45mm to 50mm squares, which covers the great majority of club and home boards, so this is a set you can buy without first auditing what you already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Jv4zHo5Wdv  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"German knight carving on the tournament Staunton chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/german_knight_chess_set_45.jpg?v=1787363952\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Jv4zHo5Wdv\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Sv6sVu2Cdw\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sv6sVu2Cdw page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 96mm king\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sv6sVu2Cdw     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 45mm to 50mm suit this set. That range is the most common sizing in circulation, so an existing tournament board will very likely work without measuring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither a board nor a storage box is included, and the supplier states both exclusions explicitly. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square size on every product if you need to match one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Hw5hQy6Ehk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Hw5hQy6Ehk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Hw5hQy6Ehk page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Hw5hQy6Ehk     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strength here is fit for purpose: a 96mm king on a 38mm base lands squarely in competition convention and will suit almost any board a club already owns, which removes the most common buying mistake at this level. The caveat is that this is a working set rather than a showpiece, with sheesham rather than a premium dark timber and a light 966g weight that will feel modest to anyone used to weighted pieces. We would recommend it to a club player who wants the German knight carving without paying collector prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Hw5hQy6Ehk  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tournament Staunton wooden chess pieces, 96mm king, Australia\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/sheesham_piecs.jpg?v=1787363949\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Hw5hQy6Ehk\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Ks5dMe9Bsl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Uv1mCm1Vin\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Uv1mCm1Vin\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Np9mCw5Nox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Np9mCw5Nox page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 45mm to 50mm, which is the most common sizing in circulation. The requirement comes from the 38mm king base rather than the 96mm height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The supplier states both exclusions explicitly. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a German knight?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a carving tradition distinct from the English Staunton knight. The head sits higher and further forward, the mane is cut in defined ridges rather than a smooth sweep, and the jaw is squarer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these suitable for competition?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 96mm king and 38mm base follow standard tournament proportions. Individual events set their own equipment rules, so check with your organiser if you intend to supply the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do they compare to the rest of the range?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey sit at the accessible end. For heavier weighting or premium timbers, browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Rk3vCq7Sqa  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rk3vCq7Sqa { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rk3vCq7Sqa  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Rk3vCq7Sqa { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Rk3vCq7Sqa  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Rk3vCq7Sqa {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } 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inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e68mm (2.6 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e57mm (2.2 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48mm (1.8 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheesham (Dalbergia sissoo)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFelt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e966g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45mm to 50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in sheesham and boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54210963472752,"sku":"CB-S1209","price":229.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/dfsdsd.jpg?v=1787363947"},{"product_id":"reproduction-bud-rosewood-151mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction Bud Rosewood 151mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Zy0gPq2Jap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Zy0gPq2Jap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zy0gPq2Jap page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction Bud Rosewood 151mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zy0gPq2Jap     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 151mm the king in this set is nearly six inches tall, which puts it well outside normal playing proportions and squarely into the territory of pieces meant to be looked at as well as used. The whole set is drawn out: a 132mm queen, 124mm bishops, and knights at 114mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proportions are deliberately slender. A 45mm base under a 151mm king gives a tall, attenuated silhouette closer to nineteenth century decorative sets than to anything designed for tournament play. Bud rosewood on the dark side carries visible figure that suits the extra height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the tallest sets in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and it wants a large board and a table with room around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Zy0gPq2Jap  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Reproduced antique chess pieces in bud rosewood with a 151mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/d0152_22.jpg?v=1787363974\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Zy0gPq2Jap\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Bx7hLr6Qxv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Bx7hLr6Qxv\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Bx7hLr6Qxv page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Bx7hLr6Qxv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e151mm (5.95 inch) king, one of the tallest sets in the range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBud rosewood (Dalbergia oliveri) dark side against natural boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,420g across the full set, light for its size at around 42g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e132mm queen and 124mm bishops, elongated through the whole back rank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Bx7hLr6Qxv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e45mm king base, sized for 55mm to 65mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFelt bases that protect a timber board and quieten each move\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand carved knights at 114mm, unusually large for a Staunton pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Wg4sXs3Deb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Wg4sXs3Deb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Wg4sXs3Deb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the 151mm reproduction compares to other wooden chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Wg4sXs3Deb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost chess sets cluster between 85mm and 115mm at the king, because that range is what suits the boards people own and the tables they play on. Going substantially above it changes what the set is for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 151mm king reads across a room. On a sideboard or a dedicated chess table it has a presence that a tournament set cannot match, and the extra height gives the carving space to be seen properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cost is practicality. The board has to be large, the pieces are more exposed to being knocked, and at 1,420g the set is light for its size. For everyday play the more compact sets in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e are the sensible choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Wg4sXs3Deb  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tall slender antique reproduction chess pieces in bud rosewood and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/d0152_21.jpg?v=1787363973\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Wg4sXs3Deb\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Un4yEu5Naz\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Un4yEu5Naz page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhy the proportions look unusual\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Un4yEu5Naz     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScaling a Staunton set up is not simply a matter of making everything bigger. Bases have to widen to keep the pieces upright, and if they widen in proportion the set stops fitting any reasonable board. Makers therefore stretch the height further than the base, and the silhouette becomes slimmer as it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is what has happened here. A 45mm base under a 151mm king is narrow relative to the height, which is what gives the set its elongated look and also what makes it more sensitive to a knock than a squat tournament set would be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Nk1qDb6Izp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Nk1qDb6Izp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nk1qDb6Izp page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eA display set that can still be played\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nk1qDb6Izp     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1,420g across 34 pieces the set averages around 42g each. For its physical size that is light, because the timber is doing the work rather than added lead. The pieces feel their size in the hand without being heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractically this means the set rewards a stable table and a board that gives it room. Placed well it is a genuine centrepiece. Carried to a club night in a bag, it is the wrong tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Nk1qDb6Izp  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand carved knight on the 151mm reproduced antique chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_game_23.jpg?v=1787363970\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Nk1qDb6Izp\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Xt9uJp9Pgv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Xt9uJp9Pgv page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 151mm king\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Xt9uJp9Pgv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces want 55mm to 65mm squares. The 45mm base is what sets the lower bound, and the height is what pushes toward the upper. Erring larger is the safer choice here, because a tall piece on a tight square looks cramped in a way a short piece does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square size on every product so you can match the requirement directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Vy7fXx4Pbl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Vy7fXx4Pbl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vy7fXx4Pbl page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vy7fXx4Pbl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason to buy this set is presence: a 151mm king with a 132mm queen behind it is genuinely imposing, and the extra height gives the bud rosewood figure room to show. The caveats follow directly from that, and both are practical rather than aesthetic. The 45mm base is narrow relative to the height so the pieces are more easily knocked than a tournament set, and at 1,420g they are light for their size. We would suggest this to someone furnishing a room where the board stays set up, not to a player looking for equipment to travel with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Vy7fXx4Pbl  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Bud rosewood and boxwood chess pieces with elongated proportions\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/d0152_12.jpg?v=1787363974\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Vy7fXx4Pbl\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Fg4rOw0Xlh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Nr3bGn8Slg\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Nr3bGn8Slg\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Fj8pKz0Dda\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Fj8pKz0Dda page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 55mm to 65mm. Err toward the larger end, because a very tall piece on a tight square looks cramped in a way a shorter piece does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The supplier states both exclusions explicitly. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these practical to play with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, on a stable table with a board sized correctly. They are less suited to travel or to a crowded table, because the 45mm base is narrow relative to the 151mm height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy are they?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,420g across 34 pieces, around 42g each. That is light for the physical size, because the weight comes from the timber rather than added lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat else in the range is this tall?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery little. Most sets sit between 85mm and 115mm at the king. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e and filter by king height to compare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Zy0gPq2Jap  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zy0gPq2Jap { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zy0gPq2Jap  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Zy0gPq2Jap { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Zy0gPq2Jap  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Zy0gPq2Jap {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } 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diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45mm (1.78 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e132mm (5.21 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e44mm (1.73 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e124mm (4.90 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e114mm (4.50 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99mm (3.91 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e72mm (2.84 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBud rosewood (Dalbergia oliveri)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFelt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,420g approximate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm to 65mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in bud rosewood and boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54210963505520,"sku":"CB-D0152","price":729.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/d0152_18.jpg?v=1787363972"},{"product_id":"fierce-knight-staunton-103mm-chess-pieces","title":"Fierce Knight Staunton 103mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kh2cAp4Bhu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kh2cAp4Bhu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kh2cAp4Bhu page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eFierce Knight Staunton 103mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kh2cAp4Bhu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight is what this set is named for and what it should be judged on. The carving is aggressive: ears back, nostrils flared, the jaw cut deep enough to throw a shadow. It is a long way from the placid pony that turns up on most Staunton sets at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath the carving the proportions are unusually sturdy. A 103mm king sits on a 45mm base, which is wide for the height, and the set weighs 1,450g across 34 pieces. The result is a set that stays put without needing heavy lead weighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree timbers are offered, all sharing the same carving and dimensions. They sit in the middle of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kh2cAp4Bhu  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fierce Knight Staunton chess pieces in ebonised boxwood with a 103mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/8_e7722a24-0985-4329-916e-907123d94b9d.jpg?v=1787363992\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Kh2cAp4Bhu\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Dm5oPy9Ncu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Dm5oPy9Ncu\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Dm5oPy9Ncu page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Dm5oPy9Ncu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e103mm (4.0 inch) king on a broad 45mm base, sized for 55mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of bud rosewood, rosewood or ebonised boxwood on the dark side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,450g across the full set, around 43g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeeply carved knights with flared nostrils and a pronounced jaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Dm5oPy9Ncu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e45mm king base, wide for a 103mm king, giving genuine stability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThick felt bases that protect a timber board and quieten each move\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentical carving and dimensions across all three timbers, so only the wood changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Vm5bSp6Jgd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Vm5bSp6Jgd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vm5bSp6Jgd page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Fierce Knight set compares to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vm5bSp6Jgd     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the middle of the market most Staunton sets converge on the same compromise: acceptable timber, adequate weighting, and a knight that has clearly been simplified so it can be produced quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight is where this set spends its money. The carving is deeper and more characterful than the price point usually allows, and because knights are cut by hand rather than turned, no two are quite identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proportions back it up. A 45mm base under a 103mm king is broader than most sets of this height, which is why 1,450g is enough to feel planted. For heavier still, the triple weighted options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e go further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Vm5bSp6Jgd  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Rosewood Fierce Knight Staunton chess pieces, hand carved knights\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/8_7cb103e4-4b09-411a-91fb-a9f754fb0f3e.jpg?v=1787364006\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Vm5bSp6Jgd\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Mn6gCu6Lyl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Mn6gCu6Lyl page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhy the knight carries the set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Mn6gCu6Lyl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a chess board the knight does more visual work than any other piece. It is the only one that faces a direction, the only one with a recognisable character, and the only one that cannot be produced on a lathe. Everything else is symmetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes it the honest indicator of how much hand work went into a set. A shallow, generic knight means the workshop moved quickly. A knight with defined musculature, cut nostrils and a real jawline means somebody spent time on it, and that time usually shows across the rest of the pieces too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Xc5pHz0Ygj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Xc5pHz0Ygj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Xc5pHz0Ygj page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eStability from proportion, not just mass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Xc5pHz0Ygj     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1,450g the set averages roughly 43g a piece, which is a middleweight rather than a triple weighted set. What makes it feel more solid than that number suggests is the base to height ratio: 45mm under a 103mm king is generous, and a wide foot resists a knock better than added weight in a narrow one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThick felt on every base protects a timber surface and softens the placement to a muted set down. It is the detail most often skimped at this price, and its absence shows up as marks on a lacquered board within a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Xc5pHz0Ygj  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Bud rosewood Fierce Knight chess pieces with a broad 45mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_8c278ec6-c00b-457d-bd3a-22c7acf6211f.jpg?v=1787363993\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Xc5pHz0Ygj\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Jj5iUh9Gfm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Jj5iUh9Gfm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 45mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Jj5iUh9Gfm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces want 55mm squares. The requirement comes from the 45mm king base, which is wide for a 103mm king, so a board sized to the height alone will leave the pieces touching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square size on every product so you can match 55mm directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Yh8dBq7Cfx\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Yh8dBq7Cfx\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Yh8dBq7Cfx page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Yh8dBq7Cfx     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason to buy this set is the knight, which is carved with more depth and character than is usual at this level, backed by a 45mm base that is genuinely broad for a 103mm king. The caveat is weighting: at roughly 43g a piece this is a middleweight set, so anyone expecting the thud of a triple weighted tournament set will find it moderate. We would suggest it to a player who wants a set with visible hand work and real stability, and who does not need maximum mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Yh8dBq7Cfx  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Deeply carved knight head on the Fierce Knight Staunton chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/19_95f66e25-f850-4853-b44f-510a42768033.jpg?v=1787363992\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Yh8dBq7Cfx\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Ze1rBm5Kag\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Jf5rAa5Esd\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Jf5rAa5Esd\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Ah3dXe5Cdw\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Ah3dXe5Cdw page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich timber should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three are identical in carving, dimensions and weight. Bud rosewood is the warmest with visible figure, rosewood is a deeper brown, and ebonised boxwood gives a black dark side with the grain still faintly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 55mm. That comes from the broad 45mm king base rather than the 103mm height, so do not size the board from the king height alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy are they?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,450g across 34 pieces, roughly 43g each. That is a middleweight set: heavier than an unweighted club set, lighter than a triple weighted tournament set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the knight different?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving is deeper than usual for this price, with flared nostrils, ears laid back and a pronounced jaw. Knights are cut by hand, so small variations between pieces are normal. 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inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e73mm (2.8 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e62mm (2.4 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e58mm (2.3 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBud rosewood, rosewood or ebonised boxwood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted, with thick felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,450g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the timber option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54210963603824,"sku":"CB-S1251-B","price":309.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rosewood","offer_id":54210963669360,"sku":"CB-M0060","price":379.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bud Rosewood","offer_id":54210963702128,"sku":"CB-D0130","price":419.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/fierceknightblack.jpg?v=1787363993"},{"product_id":"shera-series-staunton-v2-0-115mm-chess-pieces","title":"Shera Series Staunton V2.0 115mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Gj2bLu5Kmk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Gj2bLu5Kmk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Gj2bLu5Kmk page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eShera Series Staunton V2.0 115mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Gj2bLu5Kmk     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTriple weighting changes how a set plays. Lead is set deep into each base, and the result is a piece that stays exactly where you put it, resists a knocked table, and lands with a low thud instead of a click. The Shera Series V2.0 is built around that idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe numbers are substantial. A 115mm king stands on a 48mm base, the set weighs 2,000g across 34 pieces, and even the pawns carry a 34mm foot. Proportions run generous throughout: a 101mm queen, 88mm bishops and 79mm knights give the back rank real presence on a large board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour timbers are offered at three price points, from ebonised boxwood through to genuine ebony. All share one mould and one weighting specification, so the choice is about colour and grain rather than quality. They sit in the upper half of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Gj2bLu5Kmk  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Shera Series triple weighted Staunton chess pieces in genuine ebony\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_2caac4f9-7ba0-4c3b-af76-b31da10be0e4.jpg?v=1787364002\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Gj2bLu5Kmk\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Bi2wGa5Xjv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Bi2wGa5Xjv\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Bi2wGa5Xjv page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Bi2wGa5Xjv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e115mm (4.5 inch) king on a 48mm base, sized for 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour timber options: ebonised boxwood, rosewood, bud rosewood or genuine ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriple weighted with lead to 2,000g across the set, around 59g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e101mm queen and 88mm bishops, generously proportioned through the whole back rank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Bi2wGa5Xjv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand carved knights rather than machine turned and finished\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThick felt bases that protect a timber board and quieten each move\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentical carving and weighting across all four timbers, so only the wood changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Yd9zEp5Eua\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Yd9zEp5Eua\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Yd9zEp5Eua page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Shera Series compares to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Yd9zEp5Eua     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaunton sets separate on two things once you get past the silhouette: how much they weigh, and whether the knight was carved or turned. Plenty of sets at the lower end look correct in a listing photograph and then feel hollow in the hand, because the weighting is nominal and the knight came off a machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set commits on both counts. Triple weighting to 2,000g is roughly double a standard tournament set, and the knights are cut by hand, which is where the variation between individual pieces comes from and why no two sets are quite identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you give up is portability and board compatibility. A 48mm base needs 60mm squares, and 2kg of chess pieces is not something you casually carry to a club night. Lighter options sit throughout our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Yd9zEp5Eua  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Rosewood Shera Series Staunton chess pieces with a 115mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/shera_series_staunton_rosewood_pieces_2.jpg?v=1787364004\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Yd9zEp5Eua\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Xk5tYj1Uxz\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Xk5tYj1Uxz page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat triple weighting actually means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Xk5tYj1Uxz     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighting is described loosely across the industry, so it is worth being specific. An unweighted set is bare timber. A single weighted set carries a small slug of lead in the base. Double weighting roughly doubles that, and triple weighting takes it further again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 2,000g across 34 pieces this set averages around 59g a piece, which puts it firmly in the triple weighted bracket. Hand weighting carries a tolerance of about ten percent either way, so individual pieces will vary slightly. That is normal and not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Mj7nLp6Oyf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Mj7nLp6Oyf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Mj7nLp6Oyf page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing between the four timbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Mj7nLp6Oyf     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine ebony is the densest and darkest of the four, close to uniform black with a fine grain that takes a high polish. Bud rosewood is the warmest, with visible figure and a reddish depth that shifts under raking light. Rosewood sits between the two, darker than bud but still clearly timber rather than black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonised boxwood is the most affordable option and behaves differently. It is boxwood dyed black, so the grain of the underlying timber stays faintly visible where ebony would read as flat. Some buyers prefer that; collectors chasing period accuracy often do, since many original sets were ebonised rather than ebony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Mj7nLp6Oyf  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Bud rosewood Shera Series V2.0 chess pieces, triple weighted\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/shera_series_staunton_triple_weighted_chess_pieces_21.jpg?v=1787364003\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Mj7nLp6Oyf\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-On5pVc6Eir\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-On5pVc6Eir page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003ePairing the Shera Series with the right board\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-On5pVc6Eir     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 48mm king base sets the requirement at 60mm squares. That is larger than standard tournament sizing, which runs 50mm to 55mm, so a board bought for a 95mm set will crowd these pieces noticeably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included with any of the four options. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square size on every product, so you can match the 60mm requirement directly rather than calculating it from the overall dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Kj1nVo8Dyz\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Kj1nVo8Dyz\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kj1nVo8Dyz page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kj1nVo8Dyz     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason to buy this set is the weighting, and specifically that it is matched to proportions that can carry it: 2,000g under a 48mm base means the pieces feel planted rather than merely heavy, which is not always true of weighted sets at this size. The caveat is board compatibility, because 60mm squares are larger than most people already own and the cost of the right board should be part of the decision. We would recommend it to a player who wants a substantial set for a room where the board stays out, rather than something to carry to a club.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Kj1nVo8Dyz  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ebonised Shera Series Staunton chess pieces with hand carved knights\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_0879237a-b243-4886-9f91-0f32f5ce8f3a.jpg?v=1787363999\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Kj1nVo8Dyz\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Nl1xMe2Wbw\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Jz2dHn2Zom\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Jz2dHn2Zom\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Sq7fVs7Toj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Sq7fVs7Toj page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the four timber options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarving, dimensions and weighting are identical across all four. Genuine ebony is darkest and densest, bud rosewood is the warmest with visible figure, rosewood sits between them, and ebonised boxwood is dyed black with the grain still faintly showing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 60mm. That comes from the 48mm king base rather than the 115mm height, and it is larger than standard tournament sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy is triple weighted in practice?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full set is 2,000g across 34 pieces, roughly 59g a piece and about double a standard tournament set. Hand weighting varies by around ten percent between individual pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the knights hand carved?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The knights are cut by hand rather than turned and finished by machine, which is why small variations appear between pieces. The rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e varies on this point, so it is worth checking per product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Gj2bLu5Kmk  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Gj2bLu5Kmk { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Gj2bLu5Kmk  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Gj2bLu5Kmk { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Gj2bLu5Kmk  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Gj2bLu5Kmk {\n    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\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e115mm (4.5 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48mm (1.9 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e101mm (4.0 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45mm (1.7 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e88mm (3.4 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e79mm (3.1 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e67mm (2.6 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e62mm (2.4 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony, bud rosewood, rosewood or ebonised boxwood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriple weighted with lead, thick felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2,000g approximate, with a hand weighting tolerance of about ten percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the timber option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54210963636592,"sku":"CB-R0388-ES","price":559.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rosewood","offer_id":54210963734896,"sku":"CB-R0388-RW","price":639.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":54210963767664,"sku":"CB-R0388B","price":849.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bud Rosewood","offer_id":54210963800432,"sku":"CB-R0388","price":849.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/cdsd_16647c57-18f2-41cd-b906-806728ce26f0.jpg?v=1787364002"},{"product_id":"artisan-knight-handcrafted-luxury-wooden-114mm-chess-pieces","title":"Artisan Knight Handcrafted Luxury Wooden 114mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Eu5eZq9Ugt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Eu5eZq9Ugt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Eu5eZq9Ugt page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eArtisan Knight Handcrafted Luxury Wooden 114mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Eu5eZq9Ugt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight is the only piece on a chess set that cannot be turned on a lathe. Everything else is a profile spun against a metal guide; the knight has to be cut by hand, one at a time, and it is where the difference between a good workshop and an ordinary one shows up. This set is named for that piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving runs deep on the mane, the muzzle and the ears, with enough relief that the head reads clearly from across a table rather than dissolving into a smooth lump. Around it sits a full luxury Staunton: a 114mm king on a wide 48mm base, and 2,120g of double weighted timber across 34 pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo dark timbers are offered, genuine ebony and bud rosewood, both against natural boxwood. They sit near the top of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/luxury-chess-pieces\" title=\"Luxury Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eluxury chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Eu5eZq9Ugt  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Artisan Knight luxury chess pieces in bud rosewood and natural boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/artisan_knight_handcrafted_budrosewood_2.jpg?v=1787369925\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Eu5eZq9Ugt\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Yc2rGg7Ead\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Yc2rGg7Ead\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Yc2rGg7Ead page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Yc2rGg7Ead     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e114mm (4.48 inch) king on a 48mm base, sized for 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of genuine ebony or bud rosewood, both paired with natural boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2,120g in ebony and 2,184g in bud rosewood, around 62g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand carved knights with deep relief across the mane, muzzle and ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Yc2rGg7Ead     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble weighted with thick green felt on every base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens, so pawn promotion never interrupts a game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSemi gloss hand polish that lifts the grain without a plastic looking shine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentical carving and dimensions in both timbers, so only the wood changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-At7iDl8Pzt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-At7iDl8Pzt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-At7iDl8Pzt page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Artisan Knight compares to other luxury chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-At7iDl8Pzt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost sets in this price bracket compete on timber. Put ebony against ebony and the differences narrow quickly, because the wood is the same and the turning is guided by the same metal profiles. What actually separates one luxury set from another is the hand work, and there is only one piece with any real hand work in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Artisan Knight spends its budget there. The trade off is that the rest of the set is restrained: clean collars, a plain mitre on the bishop, no fluting or added ornament. If you want a set that is decorative in every piece, this is not it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you get instead is a back rank with genuine presence and a knight worth looking at closely. Compare it against the rest of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/luxury-chess-pieces\" title=\"Luxury Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eluxury chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-At7iDl8Pzt  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ebony and natural boxwood Artisan Knight chess pieces with a 114mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_15.jpg?v=1787369926\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-At7iDl8Pzt\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Kk7kKp4Yob\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kk7kKp4Yob page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhy a 48mm base matters more than a 114mm king\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kk7kKp4Yob     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing height is the number every listing leads with, and it is the less useful of the two. The base diameter is what determines whether a set fits a board, whether it stands up to a knocked table, and how the back rank looks when eight pieces sit side by side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 48mm the king base here is generous for a 114mm piece. The rook and knight sit on 42mm, the pawns on 35mm, and the whole set reads as planted rather than spindly. It is also why these need 60mm squares rather than the 55mm most tournament sets use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Og4nXv1Agn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Og4nXv1Agn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Og4nXv1Agn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eEbony and bud rosewood, and how to choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Og4nXv1Agn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine ebony is close grained, dense and nearly uniform in colour, which is exactly what carved detail wants: an edge cut into ebony stays crisp because there is no soft early wood for the chisel to tear. It is the reason the ebony version weighs 2,120g without any additional ballast being needed in the larger pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBud rosewood is the more interesting timber to look at. It carries visible figure and a warm reddish brown that shifts under different light, and at 2,184g it is fractionally heavier. Against natural boxwood it gives lower contrast than ebony does, which some players prefer and some find harder to read at speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Og4nXv1Agn  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Deeply carved knight mane and muzzle on the Artisan Knight pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/artisan_knight_handcrafted_budrosewood_5.jpg?v=1787369926\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Og4nXv1Agn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Wq6nUj3Pfg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Wq6nUj3Pfg page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for 60mm squares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Wq6nUj3Pfg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 48mm king base sets the requirement. A base should sit at roughly three quarters of the square width, which puts this set on 60mm squares. On a 55mm board the back rank will look crowded and the king and queen will very nearly touch their neighbours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board ships with these pieces. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size so you can match the 60mm requirement directly rather than working it back from the overall dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Um4wZg1Sdj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Um4wZg1Sdj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Um4wZg1Sdj page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Um4wZg1Sdj     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case for this set is narrow and honest: it is a well proportioned luxury Staunton whose budget has gone into the one piece that cannot be mass produced. A 48mm base under a 114mm king is properly generous, and at roughly 62g a piece it has the heft that people paying at this level expect. The caveat is that everything other than the knight is deliberately plain, so a buyer looking for ornament across the whole set will feel short changed. We would put it in front of someone who has looked closely at a lot of knights and knows what a good one costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Um4wZg1Sdj  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Weighted Artisan Knight chess pieces with a 48mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/luxurychesspiecesblack.jpg?v=1787369926\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Um4wZg1Sdj\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Dn8lHb0Swu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Qc9cFh0Ebz\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Qc9cFh0Ebz\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Yq1nEs2Pan\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Yq1nEs2Pan page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 60mm. That comes from the 48mm king base rather than the 114mm height. A standard 55mm tournament board will leave the back rank crowded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich timber should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarving, dimensions and finish are identical, so it is a question of looks and a small weight difference. Ebony is near black and uniform, giving high contrast against the boxwood. Bud rosewood is a warm reddish brown with visible figure and slightly lower contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy are they in the hand?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 62g a piece across the set, which is firmly in double weighted territory. The pieces sit down with a solid thud and are not easily knocked over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the knights identical to each other?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose, but not identical. Turned pieces are guided by metal profiles so they match precisely; knights are cut by hand, so small variation between the four is expected and is a sign the carving is genuine. The same is true across our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Eu5eZq9Ugt  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Eu5eZq9Ugt { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Eu5eZq9Ugt  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Eu5eZq9Ugt { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Eu5eZq9Ugt  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Eu5eZq9Ugt {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } 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\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e114mm (4.48 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48mm (1.90 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e98mm (3.86 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e44mm (1.75 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e89mm (3.50 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e82mm (3.24 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e69mm (2.70 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e56mm (2.23 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony or bud rosewood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble weighted, thick green felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2,120g in ebony, 2,184g in bud rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand polished semi gloss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the timber option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Bud Rosewood","offer_id":54211016327536,"sku":"CB-AS295-R","price":919.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":54211016393072,"sku":"CB-AS295","price":919.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/artisan_knight_handcrafted_budrosewood_1.jpg?v=1787369925"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1915-25-nimzovich-staunton-ebony-95mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1915-25 Nimzovich Staunton Ebony 95mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Bg0vEe3Uco\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Bg0vEe3Uco\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bg0vEe3Uco page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1915-25 Nimzovich Staunton Ebony 95mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bg0vEe3Uco     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAron Nimzowitsch spent the 1920s arguing that the centre could be controlled from a distance rather than occupied, and half the openings played today are downstream of that argument. The chess sets of his era were built along similar lines: nothing added that did not do work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a reproduction of the Staunton pattern in circulation between roughly 1915 and 1925. A 95mm king on a 44mm base, 1,366g across 34 pieces, and proportions that stay tight all the way down to a 50mm pawn. Genuine ebony against natural boxwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe detail worth knowing about is the stamping. A small crown is engraved on the forehead of the knights and rooks that start on the king's side, which is how period sets told you at a glance which rook still had castling rights. It sits within our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Bg0vEe3Uco  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1915-25 Nimzovich Staunton reproduction chess pieces in ebony and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/as291_3.jpg?v=1787369932\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Bg0vEe3Uco\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Af0aIp4Ouh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Af0aIp4Ouh\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Af0aIp4Ouh page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Af0aIp4Ouh     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95mm (3.75 inch) king on a 44mm base, sized for 55mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine ebony paired with natural boxwood for high contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,366g across the full set, around 40g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKing's side crown stamping on the knights and rooks, as period sets carried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Af0aIp4Ouh     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble weighted with thick green felt on every base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact proportions throughout, with a 50mm pawn on a 32mm base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand carved knights with detailed mane, muzzle and ear work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Nu9kBf1Jde\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Nu9kBf1Jde\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nu9kBf1Jde page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Nimzovich reproduction compares to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nu9kBf1Jde     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector reproductions tend toward the grand end of the scale: tall kings, wide bases, and weights well over two kilograms. They are made to be looked at as much as played with, and they need a large board to sit properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one goes the other way. At 95mm it is tournament sized rather than oversized, at 1,366g it is moderately weighted rather than heavy, and it fits a 55mm board that most players already own. The period interest is in the stamping and the proportions rather than in sheer scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want the largest reproduction we carry, look further along the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want a historical pattern you can actually use at a club night, this is the more practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Nu9kBf1Jde  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Crown stamping on the King's side knight of the Nimzovich reproduction\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/as291_4.jpg?v=1787369932\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Nu9kBf1Jde\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Uk1iHn8Cme\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Uk1iHn8Cme page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat the King's side stamping was for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Uk1iHn8Cme     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the modern touch move and castling conventions were universally applied, telling one rook from another mattered in ways it does not now. Workshops in the early twentieth century solved it by marking the pieces that began on the king's side with a small crown, cut into the forehead of the knight and the face of the rook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt survives on this reproduction as a period detail rather than a functional one. Most players will never use it, but it is the kind of thing that separates a faithful reproduction from a modern set given an old name, and it is visible enough on the ebony side to notice across the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Nh7oIy6Egg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Nh7oIy6Egg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nh7oIy6Egg page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTournament proportions from king down to pawn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nh7oIy6Egg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set holds its proportions unusually tightly. The king is 95mm on a 44mm base, the queen 74mm on 41mm, the bishop 69mm on 37mm, and the pawn 50mm on 32mm. Nothing bulges and nothing is stretched, which is why the back rank reads as a single ordered group rather than a row of unrelated objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight at 60mm is the shortest of the officers, cut low and forward in the manner of the period rather than reared up. At 1,366g the whole set averages roughly 40g a piece, enough to feel settled without slowing down a time scramble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Nh7oIy6Egg  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand carved knight on the 1915-25 Nimzovich Staunton chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/as291_5.jpg?v=1787369932\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Nh7oIy6Egg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Em5eRu8Lef\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Em5eRu8Lef page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 44mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Em5eRu8Lef     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 44mm king base puts this set on 55mm squares, which is standard tournament sizing and by far the most common board dimension in circulation. If you already own a board for a 95mm to 100mm king, it will almost certainly suit these pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size, and the rest of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e follows the same sizing convention if you want to compare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Qb2zRz8Liu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Qb2zRz8Liu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Qb2zRz8Liu page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Qb2zRz8Liu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this set worth carrying is that it is a genuine period reproduction at a usable size. Most historical patterns arrive oversized and demand a board you do not have; this one is 95mm on a 44mm base and drops straight onto a standard 55mm tournament board. The King's side stamping is the detail that proves the homework was done. The caveat is weight: at roughly 40g a piece it is moderately weighted, so anyone coming from a triple weighted set will find it light in the hand. We would recommend it to a player who wants history on the board rather than in a cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Qb2zRz8Liu  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Double weighted Nimzovich Staunton pieces with a 95mm ebony king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/as291_7.jpg?v=1787369932\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Qb2zRz8Liu\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Io0tTf4Wwt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Ir0yHh7Dwc\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Ir0yHh7Dwc\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Td3fQj0Fvh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Td3fQj0Fvh page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 55mm, which is standard tournament sizing. That comes from the 44mm king base rather than the 95mm height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the crown stamping on some of the pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small crown engraved on the knights and rooks that start on the king's side. Period sets used it to distinguish the two rooks and knights at a glance. It is reproduced here as a historical detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this genuine ebony?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the dark pieces are genuine ebony rather than ebonised or dyed timber, paired with natural boxwood on the light side for high contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy is the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,366g across 34 pieces, around 40g a piece. That is double weighted and comfortably stable, but lighter than the collector reproductions further up the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Bg0vEe3Uco  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bg0vEe3Uco { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bg0vEe3Uco  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Bg0vEe3Uco { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Bg0vEe3Uco  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Bg0vEe3Uco {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Af0aIp4Ouh  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  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align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95mm (3.75 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e44mm (1.73 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e74mm (2.92 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e41mm (1.62 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e69mm (2.71 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp 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dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble weighted, thick green felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing's side crown stamping on knights and rooks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,366g approximate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in ebony and natural boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54211016491376,"sku":"CB-AS291","price":709.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/as291_2.jpg?v=1787369932"},{"product_id":"19th-century-austrian-antique-series-ebonised-108mm-chess-pieces","title":"19th Century Austrian Antique Series Ebonised 108mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Sn5qCn4Gaa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Sn5qCn4Gaa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sn5qCn4Gaa page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003e19th Century Austrian Antique Series Ebonised 108mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sn5qCn4Gaa     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNineteenth century Austrian chess pieces are one of the patterns that did not survive standardisation. Viennese and Bohemian workshops were turning distinctive sets right through the period, and then the Staunton design swept the tournament world and everything else became a curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reproduction brings the pattern back at full size. A 108mm king on a 43mm base, and a step down through the officers that is steeper than the English convention: 94mm at the queen, then straight to 76mm at the bishop. Every piece is double weighted with an iron stud set into the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo light finishes are offered against the same ebonised dark side. Golden antiqued boxwood reads as an aged honey tone; natural boxwood is left bright for higher contrast. It sits within our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Sn5qCn4Gaa  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"19th century Austrian antique series chess pieces in golden antiqued boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_21__2.jpg?v=1787369924\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Sn5qCn4Gaa\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Ag9iCa0Bjm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Ag9iCa0Bjm\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Ag9iCa0Bjm page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Ag9iCa0Bjm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e108mm (4.27 inch) king on a 43mm base, sized for 55mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbonised boxwood dark side with a choice of golden antiqued or natural boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble weighted with an iron stud set into every base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1,360g in golden antiqued and 1,280g in natural boxwood, around 40g a piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Ag9iCa0Bjm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteep step from a 94mm queen to a 76mm bishop, faithful to the Austrian pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThick green felt on every base for smooth movement and board protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentical carving and dimensions in both finishes, so only the light wood changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Cr8uBd3Bta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Cr8uBd3Bta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Cr8uBd3Bta page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Austrian antique series compares to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Cr8uBd3Bta     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost reproductions we carry are English or Soviet in origin, and both traditions favour a gradual step down from king to pawn. Continental European patterns often did not. This one drops 18mm between the queen and the bishop, which gives the back rank a two tier look that reads as distinctly old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice of light wood then decides how it reads on the board. Golden antiqued boxwood is taken away from bright white toward an oxidised honey tone, so the set never has the crisp new appearance of a natural pairing and contrast against the ebonised dark side is moderate. Natural boxwood keeps the light pieces bright, which separates the two sides faster under club lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf contrast matters more to you than period character, take the natural boxwood option here, or look at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range for a more familiar silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Cr8uBd3Bta  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Natural boxwood option of the 19th century Austrian antique series pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/9th_century_antique_austrian_2.jpg?v=1787384603\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Cr8uBd3Bta\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Vk9hOk7Upd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vk9hOk7Upd page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eThe Austrian pattern and why it disappeared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vk9hOk7Upd     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore Staunton became compulsory, every major chess playing region had its own vocabulary of shapes. Vienna was one of the strongest chess cities in Europe through the second half of the nineteenth century, and workshops there and in Bohemia turned sets with tall kings, compact officers and a pronounced difference in scale between the royal pieces and the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern lost out for a practical reason rather than an aesthetic one. Tournament play needed pieces a visiting player could identify instantly, and the Staunton design had been engineered for exactly that. Regional patterns retreated to home use and then largely vanished, which is why a faithful reproduction is the only realistic way to own one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Rm3hFs2Izg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Rm3hFs2Izg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rm3hFs2Izg page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eGolden antiqued or natural boxwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rm3hFs2Izg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth options share the same ebonised dark side, the same dimensions, the same carving and the same iron weighting. The only difference is the light wood, and it changes the character of the set more than the description suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden antiqued boxwood is finished to a warm oxidised honey, closest to how a surviving nineteenth century set looks today. Contrast against the ebonised pieces is moderate and the whole set reads as period. Natural boxwood is left bright, so the two sides separate instantly and the set looks newly turned rather than aged. The golden antiqued option is marginally the heavier at 1,360g against 1,280g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Rm3hFs2Izg  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand carved knight on the 19th century Austrian antique chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_7__1.jpg?v=1787369925\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Rm3hFs2Izg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Bd5pTw3Uyi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bd5pTw3Uyi page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 43mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bd5pTw3Uyi     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 43mm king base puts this set on 55mm squares, which is standard tournament sizing. The compact officers help here: with the bishop on a 36mm base there is more visual space around the back rank than the king height alone would suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board ships with these pieces. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size so you can match the 55mm requirement directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Qb1eGl8Kwc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Qb1eGl8Kwc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Qb1eGl8Kwc page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Qb1eGl8Kwc     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason to own this set is that the Austrian pattern is genuinely uncommon and this reproduction does not soften it. The steep drop from the queen to the bishop is the pattern working, not a proportion error, and the iron weighted bases give a settled feel that the modest weight does not advertise. The choice between the two light woods is the real decision: golden antiqued for period character and a warmer board, natural boxwood if you want the two sides to separate instantly. Under poor club lighting the golden antiqued option is noticeably slower to read, so pick accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Qb1eGl8Kwc  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Double weighted Austrian pattern chess pieces with a 108mm ebonised king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/9th_century_antique_austrian_4.jpg?v=1787384604\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Qb1eGl8Kwc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Xe5rYx5Dwh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Ei5iFd4Yzj\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Ei5iFd4Yzj\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Aw5yEe1Flj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Aw5yEe1Flj page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 55mm, standard tournament sizing. That comes from the 43mm king base rather than the 108mm height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the two options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the light pieces. Golden antiqued boxwood is an aged honey tone with moderate contrast against the ebonised dark side. Natural boxwood is left bright for high contrast. Dimensions, carving and weighting are identical, and the golden antiqued set is marginally heavier at 1,360g against 1,280g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the dark side genuine ebony?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The dark pieces are ebonised boxwood, taken to a deep black finish. Genuine ebony sets are available elsewhere in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow are the pieces weighted?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble weighted, with an iron stud set into the base of each piece and covered with thick green felt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Sn5qCn4Gaa  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sn5qCn4Gaa { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sn5qCn4Gaa  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Sn5qCn4Gaa { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Sn5qCn4Gaa  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Sn5qCn4Gaa {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Ag9iCa0Bjm  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Ag9iCa0Bjm { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  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width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e108mm (4.27 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e43mm (1.71 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94mm (3.74 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e41mm (1.60 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76mm (3.06 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e69mm (2.73 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e62mm (2.46 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e53mm (2.10 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficer base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36mm (1.43 inch), bishop, knight and rook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbonised boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden antiqued or natural boxwood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble weighted with an iron stud in each base, thick green felt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,360g in golden antiqued, 1,280g in natural boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the finish option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Golden Antiqued Boxwood","offer_id":54211016524144,"sku":"CB-S1274","price":439.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Natural Boxwood","offer_id":54213014356336,"sku":"CB-AS282","price":419.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_26__2.jpg?v=1787369925"},{"product_id":"crown-heritage-series-luxury-111mm-chess-pieces","title":"Crown Heritage Series Luxury 111mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Bu8zQp8Ixn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Bu8zQp8Ixn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bu8zQp8Ixn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCrown Heritage Series Luxury 111mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bu8zQp8Ixn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a design decision buried in this set that is easy to miss. The queen stands 93mm on a 45mm base, while the king stands 111mm on a 46mm base. The bases are within a millimetre of each other, so the two most important pieces read as a matched pair on the back rank rather than as a large piece and a smaller one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crown Heritage Series is built around that kind of restraint. A robust, slightly unusual knight carries the character, and everything else holds a clean luxury Staunton line. The set runs to 1,724g across 34 pieces, double weighted, on thick green felt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine ebony or bud rosewood on the dark side, natural boxwood on the light. It sits alongside our other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/luxury-chess-pieces\" title=\"Luxury Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eluxury chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e at the point where weight and proportion matter more than ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Bu8zQp8Ixn  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Crown Heritage Series luxury chess pieces in ebony and natural boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/21_ccaffc82-0d1c-49b4-8f5f-9665d78ce22a.jpg?v=1787369950\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Bu8zQp8Ixn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Zt2tWp2Rnu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Zt2tWp2Rnu\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Zt2tWp2Rnu page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Zt2tWp2Rnu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e111mm (4.37 inch) king on a 46mm base, sized for 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of genuine ebony or bud rosewood, both against natural boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,724g across the full set, around 51g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQueen base of 45mm, near matched to the king for a balanced back rank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Zt2tWp2Rnu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust hand carved knight with detailed eyes, nostrils and mane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble weighted with thick green felt on every base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand polished finish that builds a deep shine without obscuring the grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Zl7cIr2Fej\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Zl7cIr2Fej\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zl7cIr2Fej page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Crown Heritage Series compares to other luxury chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zl7cIr2Fej     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuxury sets usually push king height and let the rest follow. That produces a commanding king and a back rank that tapers away sharply behind it, which looks impressive in a photograph and less coherent on a board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis series flattens that curve. The bishop at 86mm and the knight at 80mm sit closer to the queen than they normally would, and all three share a 39mm base. The result is a fuller, more even back rank at the cost of some drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also lighter than the heaviest sets we carry. At 1,724g it is properly weighted but not extreme, which suits a player who moves quickly. Compare it against the taller and heavier options in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Zl7cIr2Fej  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Bud rosewood Crown Heritage chess pieces with a 111mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/as290_21.jpg?v=1787369950\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Zl7cIr2Fej\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ha0rPv1Fcu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ha0rPv1Fcu page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhere the weight actually sits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ha0rPv1Fcu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal set weight is a blunt figure because it says nothing about distribution. A set can hit two kilograms by loading the king and queen alone and leaving the pawns hollow, and it will still feel wrong in play because most of the pieces you touch are pawns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1,724g across 34 pieces this set averages around 51g, and the distribution follows the base diameters closely: 46mm under the king, 39mm under the three officers, 35mm under the pawns. Nothing feels conspicuously light when you pick it up, which is the useful test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ic9pMb4Fze\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ic9pMb4Fze\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ic9pMb4Fze page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eThe knight, and why it is described as robust\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ic9pMb4Fze     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight here is heavier through the jaw and neck than a classical Staunton knight, with a broader mane and a more pronounced brow. It is not the refined, thin necked head of the 1849 pattern; it is thicker and more sculptural, and it reads clearly from a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving carries real detail where it counts. The eyes, nostrils and teeth are cut rather than suggested, and the mane is worked with individual strokes rather than a single grooved band. Because this is hand work, small differences between the four knights are expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ic9pMb4Fze  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Robust hand carved knight on the Crown Heritage Series pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/17_dcf4b5cf-a634-40d8-8e62-e8d1f0e0fa93.jpg?v=1787369950\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ic9pMb4Fze\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Sl3gAx7Wtl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Sl3gAx7Wtl page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 46mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Sl3gAx7Wtl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 46mm king base puts this set on 60mm squares. That is one step up from standard tournament sizing, and it matters here because the officers share a 39mm base: on a 55mm board the back rank fills almost completely and there is no visual space left between pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included with this listing. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e can be filtered by square size so you can match the 60mm requirement directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Dz2jAn0Ods\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Dz2jAn0Ods\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Dz2jAn0Ods page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Dz2jAn0Ods     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interesting thing about this set is the near matched king and queen bases, 46mm and 45mm, which is unusual and gives the back rank an authority that taller sets often lack. At roughly 51g a piece it is well weighted without being ponderous. The honest caveat is that the flatter height curve makes it less dramatic than a set that pushes the king hard, so if you want a commanding silhouette this is not the one. We would recommend it to a player who cares how the whole back rank looks rather than how tall the king is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Dz2jAn0Ods  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Weighted Crown Heritage chess pieces with a 46mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/as290_14.jpg?v=1787369950\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Dz2jAn0Ods\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Mi7xQc5Ufy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Tt3xWs7Htj\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Tt3xWs7Htj\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Xw8hYe3Phu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Xw8hYe3Phu page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 60mm. That comes from the 46mm king base and the 39mm officer bases rather than the 111mm height. A 55mm board will look crowded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich timber should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions, carving and weight are identical, so it is purely visual. Ebony is near black and uniform for maximum contrast against the boxwood. Bud rosewood is warm reddish brown with visible figure and softer contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy is it compared to other luxury sets?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1,724g it is mid weight for the luxury tier, around 51g a piece. Several sets in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/luxury-chess-pieces\" title=\"Luxury Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eluxury chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e run heavier if you want more mass in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill the four knights look exactly alike?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and they should not. Turned pieces are guided by metal profiles and match precisely, but knights are carved by hand, so small variation between them is normal and expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Bu8zQp8Ixn  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Bu8zQp8Ixn { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Bu8zQp8Ixn  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Bu8zQp8Ixn { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Bu8zQp8Ixn  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Bu8zQp8Ixn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Zt2tWp2Rnu  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  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align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e111mm (4.37 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46mm (1.82 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93mm (3.67 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45mm (1.76 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86mm (3.37 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80mm (3.15 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e67mm (2.64 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm (2.39 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficer base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39mm (1.53 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony or bud rosewood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble weighted, thick green felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,724g approximate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the timber option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":54211016556912,"sku":"CB-AS290","price":779.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bud Rosewood","offer_id":54211016655216,"sku":"CB-AS290-R","price":779.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1112.jpg?v=1787369950"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1973-philippines-international-tournament-ebonised-106mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1973 Philippines International Tournament Ebonised 106mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Cn5dMu8Squ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Cn5dMu8Squ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Cn5dMu8Squ page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1973 Philippines International Tournament Ebonised 106mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Cn5dMu8Squ     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1973 Bobby Fischer was the guest of the Philippine government and was asked to choose the equipment for an international tournament in Manila. Bent Larsen went on to win it with 12.5 from 15. The set Fischer picked is the one reproduced here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a working tournament design, not a display piece. A 106mm king on a narrow 40mm base, 1,346g across 34 pieces, and a silhouette built around height rather than mass. The dark side is ebonised boxwood; the light side is finished as distressed antique rather than left bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proportion that gives it away is the bishop. At 89mm it stands taller than the 86mm queen, which almost no modern set allows. It sits within our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Cn5dMu8Squ  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1973 Philippines International Tournament reproduction chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1973_philippines_repro_international_tournament_chess_pieces_2.jpg?v=1787369958\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Cn5dMu8Squ\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Ib9dHd2Nan\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Ib9dHd2Nan\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Ib9dHd2Nan page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Ib9dHd2Nan     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e106mm (4.20 inch) king on a narrow 40mm base, sized for 50mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReproduction of the set Bobby Fischer selected for the 1973 Manila tournament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBishop at 89mm stands taller than the 86mm queen, faithful to the original\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbonised boxwood dark side with a distressed antique light side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Ib9dHd2Nan     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,346g across the full set, around 40g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeighted with thick green felt bases that protect a timber board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 40mm king base that fits standard 50mm tournament squares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ml4rJm6Fys\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ml4rJm6Fys\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ml4rJm6Fys page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the 1973 Philippines set compares to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ml4rJm6Fys     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost reproductions in this range descend from English or Russian workshops. This one is a tournament committee's choice from 1973, selected by a player at the height of his career for equipment he expected to look at for three weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat Fischer picked is telling. The base is narrow at 40mm, the king is tall at 106mm, and the whole set is light at 1,346g. That is a set optimised for a clear board and quick handling rather than for standing firm, which is the opposite of what a collector usually chooses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tall bishop is the giveaway detail and the reason to buy it. If you would rather have wide bases and more mass, the heavier options in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e will suit you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ml4rJm6Fys  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Distressed antique boxwood light side of the 1973 Philippines pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1973_philippines_repro_international_tournament_chess_pieces_3.jpg?v=1787369958\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ml4rJm6Fys\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Pb4vAb1Cth\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Pb4vAb1Cth page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eManila 1973, and how the set was chosen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Pb4vAb1Cth     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFischer had become world champion the previous year and was an honoured guest of the Philippine government. Asked to select the pieces for the international tournament being held there, he chose this pattern. Bent Larsen won the event with 12.5 points from 15 games, one of the strongest performances of his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice reflects what a player actually wants under tournament conditions. Pieces need to be distinguishable at a glance from a seated position, they need to move quickly without catching on their neighbours, and they need to stay out of the way of the clock. Elegance and heft come second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Tk4cEg1Iiw\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Tk4cEg1Iiw\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Tk4cEg1Iiw page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eA bishop taller than the queen, and why that is deliberate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Tk4cEg1Iiw     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe convention that the queen outranks every piece but the king in height is a modern habit, not a rule. Here the bishop reaches 89mm against the queen's 86mm, and the effect on the board is that the diagonals announce themselves before the file does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is easy to read as an error until you see it in play. With a narrow 40mm base and a tall profile, the bishops stand clear of the pawns in front of them and the long diagonal stays visible even in a crowded middlegame. The distressed antique light side reinforces it, since the softer tone reads as a shape rather than a bright spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Tk4cEg1Iiw  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tall bishop and hand carved knight on the 1973 Philippines set\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_102_f4e44a9d-99b7-4e59-b2c0-a88869beab07.jpg?v=1787369958\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Tk4cEg1Iiw\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ll2eFc6Ose\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ll2eFc6Ose page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 40mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ll2eFc6Ose     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 40mm king base puts this set on 50mm squares, which is at the smaller end of standard tournament sizing. A 55mm board will work and will leave more space around each piece, but 50mm is the size the design was chosen for and the proportions look right on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included with these pieces. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size, and the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range follows the same convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Tu5kCp9Lib\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Tu5kCp9Lib\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Tu5kCp9Lib page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Tu5kCp9Lib     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most interesting set in the range for anyone who cares about tournament history, because the selection was made by a specific player for a specific event rather than by a workshop chasing a look. The tall bishop is the detail worth owning it for. The caveats are straightforward: at 1,346g on a 40mm base it is a light, narrow set, so it will feel insubstantial to anyone used to a triple weighted collector piece, and the distressed antique light side deliberately lowers contrast. We would put it in front of a player who values provenance and a clear board over mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Tu5kCp9Lib  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ebonised tournament chess pieces with a 106mm king and 40mm base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1973_philippines_repro_international_tournament_chess_pieces_6.jpg?v=1787369958\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Tu5kCp9Lib\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Vb4mLz6Jux\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Ts9dHk1Ikr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Ts9dHk1Ikr\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Zb1iOt4Mnw\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Zb1iOt4Mnw page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 50mm. That comes from the narrow 40mm king base rather than the 106mm height. A 55mm board also works and gives more space around each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the bishop really taller than the queen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The bishop is 89mm and the queen is 86mm. That is faithful to the original 1973 pattern, not a manufacturing error, and it keeps the diagonals visible in a crowded position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does distressed antique mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light pieces are finished to an aged, softened tone rather than left as bright natural boxwood. It lowers contrast against the ebonised dark side and matches how the original set looks today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the dark side genuine ebony?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The dark pieces are ebonised boxwood, which is boxwood taken to a deep black finish. Sets in genuine ebony are available across our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Cn5dMu8Squ  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Cn5dMu8Squ { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Cn5dMu8Squ  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Cn5dMu8Squ { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Cn5dMu8Squ  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Cn5dMu8Squ {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } 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\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e106mm (4.20 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm (1.57 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86mm (3.39 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39mm (1.55 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e89mm (3.52 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e77mm (3.05 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e62mm (2.43 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e58mm (2.30 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbonised boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistressed antique boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted, thick green felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,346g approximate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern selected by Bobby Fischer for the 1973 Manila tournament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in ebonised and distressed antique boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54211016589680,"sku":"CB-AS287","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/1973_philippines_repro_international_tournament_chess_pieces_1.jpg?v=1787369958"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1887-turner-teich-staunton-ebony-103mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1887 Turner Teich Staunton Ebony 103mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Da9hBt6Tnb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Da9hBt6Tnb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Da9hBt6Tnb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1887 Turner Teich Staunton Ebony 103mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Da9hBt6Tnb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRussian chess patterns are usually easy to identify and this one is not, which is what makes it interesting. The Tokar Teich set, turned in the Tver region in the late nineteenth century, has a knight cut closer to a Staunton than to anything Soviet, and a bishop with a proper mitre slot that no other Russian pattern uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name translates roughly as Turner Teich, from the Russian word for a lathe worker. Tver workshops were known for exactly that skill, and the set is tall and slender in a way that only a confident turner attempts: a 103mm king on a wide 49mm base, with a 60mm pawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is triple weighted at 1,638g and offered in two light finishes against genuine ebony. It sits within our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Da9hBt6Tnb  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1887 Turner Teich reproduction chess pieces in ebony and antiqued boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/8_ed5f4a56-afbd-4a5f-af38-e3ebc8c02a27.jpg?v=1787369920\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Da9hBt6Tnb\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Tb8lZj6Fww\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Tb8lZj6Fww\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Tb8lZj6Fww page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Tb8lZj6Fww     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e103mm (4.0 inch) king on a wide 49mm base, sized for 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine ebony dark side, with a choice of antiqued or golden antiqued boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriple weighted at 1,638g across the full set, around 48g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMitre cut bishop, a detail no other Russian pattern of the period carries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Tb8lZj6Fww     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStaunton style knight rather than the blunt Soviet head, faithful to the original\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTall 60mm pawn on a 36mm base, so the front rank has real presence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick green felt on every base for smooth movement and board protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Zr6vWv4Jbr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Zr6vWv4Jbr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zr6vWv4Jbr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Turner Teich compares to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zr6vWv4Jbr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet this beside the Soviet patterns in our range and the differences are immediate. Soviet designs are squat, with short knights and compressed hierarchies. The Turner Teich is tall and slender, its knight is properly carved in the English manner, and its bishop carries a mitre slot rather than a plain dome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet it beside an English Staunton and a different gap opens. The base is 49mm, which is wider than almost any Staunton of the same 103mm height, and the pawn at 60mm is tall enough to change how the front rank looks entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical consequence is board size: a 49mm base needs 60mm squares. If you want a Russian pattern that fits a standard 55mm board, look at the Soviet designs in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Zr6vWv4Jbr  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Golden antiqued boxwood option of the Turner Teich reproduction pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_set_21.jpg?v=1787369920\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Zr6vWv4Jbr\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ch6lHm7Tlq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ch6lHm7Tlq page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eTver, and where this pattern came from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ch6lHm7Tlq     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tver region north west of Moscow had a long established woodturning trade before it had a chess trade, and the two overlapped. Workshops there were producing household turnery in volume, and a chess set is a turning exercise with one carved piece attached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat background shows in what the pattern prioritises. The profiles are confident and slender, with narrow necks and clean collars that a less skilled turner would thicken to be safe. The bishop mitre and the Staunton influenced knight suggest the workshop had seen imported English sets and chose which elements to take, which is unusual for Russian work of the 1880s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Jw4pHc6Nag\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Jw4pHc6Nag\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Jw4pHc6Nag page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eAntiqued or golden antiqued, and how they differ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Jw4pHc6Nag     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth options share the same genuine ebony dark side and the same dimensions, carving and weight. The choice is entirely in the light pieces. Antiqued boxwood is oxidised to a soft aged cream, closest to how a surviving nineteenth century set looks today, and it gives the higher contrast of the two against ebony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden antiqued boxwood is taken further toward a warm honey tone. Contrast against the ebony is lower and the whole set reads warmer, which suits a display board and a room with warm light. Neither is more authentic than the other; both finishes were in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Jw4pHc6Nag  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Mitre cut bishop on the 1887 Turner Teich Russian pattern chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/10_c4070ae9-ca62-4d3a-9c37-456869a94c4c.jpg?v=1787369920\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Jw4pHc6Nag\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ts7iMh6Uqr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ts7iMh6Uqr page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 49mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ts7iMh6Uqr     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 49mm king base is at the wide end of what Staunton patterns use and it puts the set firmly on 60mm squares. The rook and knight sit on 36mm bases, so there is space behind the royal pieces, but the king and queen together will crowd a 55mm board badly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size so you can match the 60mm requirement directly, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range follows the same convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Nq0hUv3Vsm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Nq0hUv3Vsm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nq0hUv3Vsm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nq0hUv3Vsm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most distinctive pattern in the batch. A mitre cut bishop and a Staunton style knight on a Russian set of the 1880s is a genuine oddity, and the triple weighting at 1,638g gives it a settled feel that most reproductions at this price do not have. The caveat is the board: a 49mm king base needs 60mm squares, and buyers who assume a 103mm king will fit a standard tournament board will be disappointed. Choose the antiqued light side for contrast and the golden antiqued for warmth, and buy the right board for it either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Nq0hUv3Vsm  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Triple weighted Turner Teich chess pieces with a 49mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/chess_set_24__1.jpg?v=1787369920\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Nq0hUv3Vsm\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Ut2eIj7Tdf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Am9bHv0Aud\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Am9bHv0Aud\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Uh0nEn1Gpj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Uh0nEn1Gpj page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 60mm. That comes from the wide 49mm king base rather than the 103mm height. A standard 55mm tournament board will crowd the royal pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the two options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the light pieces. Antiqued boxwood is a soft aged cream with higher contrast against the ebony. Golden antiqued is a warmer honey tone with lower contrast. Dimensions, carving, weighting and the ebony dark side are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this genuine ebony?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the dark pieces are genuine ebony heartwood (Diospyros ebenum) rather than ebonised or dyed timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy is the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,638g across 34 pieces, around 48g a piece, and triple weighted. That is heavier than most reproductions in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e of the same king height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Da9hBt6Tnb  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Da9hBt6Tnb { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Da9hBt6Tnb  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Da9hBt6Tnb { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Da9hBt6Tnb  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Da9hBt6Tnb {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Tb8lZj6Fww  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Tb8lZj6Fww { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  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width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e103mm (4.0 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e49mm (1.9 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e88mm (3.4 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e44mm (1.7 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86mm (3.2 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76mm (3.0 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e63mm (2.5 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm (2.3 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony (Diospyros ebenum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntiqued or golden antiqued boxwood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriple weighted, thick green felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,638g approximate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the finish option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Antiqued Boxwood","offer_id":54211017015664,"sku":"CB-ICC-050","price":639.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Antiqued Boxwood","offer_id":54211017048432,"sku":"CB-ICC-044","price":639.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/turner_fe9d16e2-d2dd-4751-822a-c2769f7fc0f4.jpg?v=1787369920"},{"product_id":"monarchs-gambit-handcrafted-luxury-111mm-chess-pieces","title":"Monarch's Gambit Handcrafted Luxury 111mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-He8sFq4Vmn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-He8sFq4Vmn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-He8sFq4Vmn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eMonarch's Gambit Handcrafted Luxury 111mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-He8sFq4Vmn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn most Staunton sets the bishop outranks the knight in height, usually by five millimetres or more. Here the knight stands 85mm and the bishop 81mm. The carved piece is the tallest officer on the board, and once you notice it you cannot stop noticing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the whole argument of the Monarch's Gambit. The knight is the piece with hand work in it, so the design gives it the height to be seen. Around it sits a full luxury Staunton at traditional proportions: a 111mm king on a 47mm base, 1,548g across 34 pieces, weighted and felted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine ebony or bud rosewood against boxwood, and it belongs in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/luxury-chess-pieces\" title=\"Luxury Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eluxury chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-He8sFq4Vmn  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Monarch's Gambit luxury chess pieces in bud rosewood and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/luxury_chess_pieces_29.jpg?v=1787369952\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-He8sFq4Vmn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Fl8zFr1Psy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Fl8zFr1Psy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Fl8zFr1Psy page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Fl8zFr1Psy     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e111mm (4.40 inch) king on a 47mm base, sized for 60mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnight at 85mm stands taller than the 81mm bishop, an uncommon design choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoice of genuine ebony or bud rosewood, both paired with boxwood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1,548g across the full set, around 46g a piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Fl8zFr1Psy     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Staunton proportions preferred by tournament players and collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeighted with thick felt bases that protect a timber board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentical carving and dimensions in both timbers, so only the wood changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Pk1aKu3Ljh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Pk1aKu3Ljh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Pk1aKu3Ljh page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Monarch's Gambit compares to other luxury chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Pk1aKu3Ljh     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuxury sets tend to be judged on king height and timber, and on both counts this one is conventional: 111mm, genuine ebony or bud rosewood, boxwood on the light side. Set it in a line with its peers and nothing jumps out until you look at the officer rank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight leading the bishop changes the read of the board. The four carved pieces sit forward visually, the diagonals sit behind them, and the back rank gains a rhythm that an evenly stepped set does not have. Whether that is an improvement is a matter of taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1,548g it is mid weight for the tier rather than the heaviest. Sets with more mass are available across the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/luxury-chess-pieces\" title=\"Luxury Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eluxury chess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e if that is the priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Pk1aKu3Ljh  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ebony and boxwood Monarch's Gambit chess pieces with a 111mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/luxury_chess_pieces_20__1.jpg?v=1787369951\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Pk1aKu3Ljh\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Zk2xYi2Saz\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Zk2xYi2Saz page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhy the knight leads the officer rank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Zk2xYi2Saz     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery other piece in a chess set can be produced on a lathe against a metal profile. The knight cannot; it has to be carved by hand, which is why it is the piece that carries a workshop's reputation and the piece that takes the longest to make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiving it the extra height is a way of putting the hand work where it can be seen. The practical effect is that the knights stand clear of the pawns in front of them from any seated angle, and the carved detail on the mane and muzzle is legible at playing distance rather than only in the hand. The cost is that the bishop looks slightly sunken by comparison, which is a fair criticism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Vt4uKw4Hhx\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Vt4uKw4Hhx\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vt4uKw4Hhx page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eEbony or bud rosewood on the dark side\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vt4uKw4Hhx     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine ebony is dense, close grained and near uniform in colour, which suits carved detail: the chisel leaves a clean edge and there is no soft grain to tear. Against boxwood it produces the highest contrast pairing available and reads instantly at speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBud rosewood is the more decorative of the two. It carries visible figure and a warm reddish brown that shifts with the light, and on a piece with as much carved surface as this knight the grain adds movement that ebony deliberately does not. Contrast against boxwood is lower. Weight, dimensions and carving are identical either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Vt4uKw4Hhx  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tall hand carved knight on the Monarch's Gambit chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/luxury_chess_pieces_3__2.jpg?v=1787369951\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Vt4uKw4Hhx\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Ne4gJi6Fyu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ne4gJi6Fyu page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 47mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ne4gJi6Fyu     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 47mm king base puts this set on 60mm squares. The rook sits on a 40mm base and the pawn on 36mm, so the front rank is comfortable, but the royal pieces need the room and a 55mm board will make the centre of the back rank look tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included with this listing. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size so you can match the 60mm requirement directly, and the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square sizing on every set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Vm0nFi8Uvf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Vm0nFi8Uvf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vm0nFi8Uvf page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vm0nFi8Uvf     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knight leading the bishop is a genuine design decision rather than a marketing line, and it is the reason to choose this set: it puts the only hand carved piece where you can actually see it, and at 85mm the mane and muzzle work reads across the table. The trade is that the bishop looks a little low beside it, which will bother anyone who wants a textbook stepped officer rank. At roughly 46g a piece the weight is solid without being extreme. We would recommend it to a buyer who is choosing a luxury set on the strength of its knights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Vm0nFi8Uvf  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Weighted Monarch's Gambit chess pieces with a 47mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/luxury_chess_pieces_5.jpg?v=1787369952\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Vm0nFi8Uvf\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Zu0qEa8Nsh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Rf4uHz0Qop\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Rf4uHz0Qop\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Vt4zSb8Hrx\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Vt4zSb8Hrx page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 60mm. That comes from the 47mm king base rather than the 111mm height. A 55mm board will make the centre of the back rank look crowded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the knight really taller than the bishop?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The knight is 85mm and the bishop 81mm. It is a deliberate design choice that puts the only hand carved piece at the top of the officer rank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich timber should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions, carving and weight are identical, so it is purely visual. Ebony is near black and uniform for maximum contrast. Bud rosewood is a warm reddish brown with visible figure and softer contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy is the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,548g across 34 pieces, around 46g a piece. That is mid weight for the luxury tier. Heavier sets are available in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-He8sFq4Vmn  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-He8sFq4Vmn { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-He8sFq4Vmn  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-He8sFq4Vmn { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-He8sFq4Vmn  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-He8sFq4Vmn {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } 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\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e111mm (4.40 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e47mm (1.86 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94mm (3.70 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e44mm (1.74 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e81mm (3.21 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85mm (3.36 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e62mm (2.46 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e58mm (2.30 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony or bud rosewood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted, thick felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,548g approximate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the timber option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Bud Rosewood","offer_id":54211017081200,"sku":"CB-AS285-R","price":849.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":54211017113968,"sku":"CB-AS285","price":849.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/luxury_chess_pieces_2__2.jpg?v=1787369951"},{"product_id":"old-vintage-english-staunton-series-98mm-chess-pieces","title":"Old Vintage English Staunton Series 98mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Vl3nAx3Rdm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Vl3nAx3Rdm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vl3nAx3Rdm page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOld Vintage English Staunton Series 98mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vl3nAx3Rdm     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 98mm king is tournament sized. A 45mm base under it is not. Most sets of this height sit on 40mm or 42mm, and the extra three to five millimetres here change the character completely: the pieces are planted rather than poised, and the back rank has a weight that the modest height would not lead you to expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the Old Vintage English Staunton pattern working as intended. It reproduces the proportions of English club sets from before the tournament standard narrowed everything down, when a set was expected to survive decades of handling rather than photograph well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo dark timbers are offered, sheesham and ebonised, both against boxwood. It sits in the middle of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Vl3nAx3Rdm  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Old Vintage English Staunton chess pieces in ebonised wood and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/old_vintage_chess_pieces_english_22__1.jpg?v=1787382966\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Vl3nAx3Rdm\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Ao0oZt3Dhg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Ao0oZt3Dhg\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Ao0oZt3Dhg page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Ao0oZt3Dhg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98mm (3.85 inch) king on a wide 45mm base, sized for 55mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of sheesham or ebonised dark pieces, both paired with boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,400g in sheesham and 1,450g in ebonised, around 42g a piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide bases throughout for a low centre of gravity and real stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Ao0oZt3Dhg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand carved knights, hand turned and hand polished pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThick green felt on every base for smooth movement and board protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional English club proportions rather than modern tournament sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Rb6xXa4Uea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Rb6xXa4Uea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Rb6xXa4Uea page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the Old Vintage English Staunton compares to other Staunton chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Rb6xXa4Uea     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern tournament sets optimise for the board. A narrower base means more clear space around each piece, which makes a crowded position easier to read and lets a smaller board carry a taller king. It is a sensible trade and almost every current set makes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlder English club sets went the other way. The base was wide because a wide base does not fall over, and equipment that lived in a club cupboard and got knocked about needed to survive. This reproduction keeps that, which is why a 98mm king asks for a 55mm board rather than the 50mm you might expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want maximum clear space on the board, a narrower set from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range will serve you better. If you want pieces that stay upright, this is the trade worth making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Rb6xXa4Uea  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheesham and boxwood Old Vintage English Staunton pieces, 98mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/sheesham_wood_old_vintage_chess_set_23.jpg?v=1787382966\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Rb6xXa4Uea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Kp8sLk1Ekb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Kp8sLk1Ekb page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat a wide base actually buys you\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Kp8sLk1Ekb     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStability in a chess piece comes from two things: how low the mass sits, and how far the base extends beyond the centre of gravity. Weighting handles the first. Base diameter handles the second, and it is the more effective of the two because it works on leverage rather than mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 45mm base under a 98mm king means the piece has to tip a long way before its centre of gravity clears the edge of the foot. In practice that means a knocked table, a sleeve catching the back rank or a rushed capture will not scatter the position, which anyone who has played on a wobbly club table will appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Gc3rPa3Mty\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Gc3rPa3Mty\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Gc3rPa3Mty page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eSheesham or ebonised, and what changes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Gc3rPa3Mty     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheesham (Dalbergia sissoo) is an Indian rosewood in the mid brown range, with visible grain that varies from piece to piece. Against boxwood the contrast is moderate, and the set reads as two tones of timber rather than as black against white. It is the warmer of the two options and the one that shows the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonised boxwood is taken to a deep near black, so the grain largely disappears and contrast against the light side is high. It reads faster across a board under club lighting. The two options are the same design and carving, with the ebonised set weighing 1,450g against the sheesham set's 1,400g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Gc3rPa3Mty  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand carved knight on the Old Vintage English Staunton chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/old_vintage_chess_pieces_english_3__1.jpg?v=1787382966\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Gc3rPa3Mty\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Tt9eMs8Gxw\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Tt9eMs8Gxw page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 45mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Tt9eMs8Gxw     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 45mm king base puts this set on 55mm squares. This is the case where quoting the king height alone would mislead you badly: at 98mm the set looks like it belongs on a 50mm board, and on one the back rank would be almost solid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included with these pieces. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size so you can match the 55mm requirement directly rather than working it back from the king.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Fq3rYv0Zar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Fq3rYv0Zar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Fq3rYv0Zar page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Fq3rYv0Zar     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the set to buy if you have ever had a position knocked over. A 45mm base under a 98mm king is unusually wide for the height and it makes the pieces genuinely hard to tip, which matters more in practice than most buyers expect. At roughly 42g a piece the weighting is moderate rather than heavy, and that is fine because the stability here comes from the footprint rather than the ballast. The caveat is board size: it needs 55mm squares despite the modest king, so check what you own before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Fq3rYv0Zar  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Weighted English Staunton chess pieces with a wide 45mm king base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/sheesham_wood_pieces_2.jpg?v=1787382965\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Fq3rYv0Zar\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Uj2tHu5Zwe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Gu0rHt3Yby\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Gu0rHt3Yby\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Fe6lIr7Drm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Fe6lIr7Drm page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 55mm. That comes from the wide 45mm king base rather than the 98mm height. A 50mm board sized for a king of this height will leave the back rank almost solid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich timber should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign, carving and dimensions are the same. Sheesham is a warm mid brown Indian rosewood with visible grain and moderate contrast. Ebonised is near black with high contrast and very little visible grain. The ebonised set is marginally heavier at 1,450g against 1,400g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy are they?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 1,400g to 1,450g across 34 pieces depending on the option, roughly 42g a piece. That is moderate weighting; the stability comes mainly from the wide bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo the two options measure identically?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost. King height and base are the same at 98mm and 45mm. The other pieces vary by a millimetre or three between options, which is normal on hand made sets and true across our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/wood-chess-pieces\" title=\"Wood Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewood chess pieces range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Vl3nAx3Rdm  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Vl3nAx3Rdm { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Vl3nAx3Rdm  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Vl3nAx3Rdm { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Vl3nAx3Rdm  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  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\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e98mm (3.85 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45mm (1.7 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e84mm to 87mm (3.3 inch), by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm to 43mm (1.6 inch), by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75mm to 80mm (3.0 inch), by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e72mm (2.8 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60mm to 61mm (2.4 inch), by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e53mm to 56mm (2.1 inch), by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficer base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e38mm (1.4 inch), bishop, knight and rook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheesham or ebonised boxwood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted, thick green felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,400g in sheesham, 1,450g in ebonised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the timber option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54212853039472,"sku":"CB-AS280-B","price":329.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sheesham","offer_id":54212853924208,"sku":"CB-AS280","price":329.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/old_vintage_chess_pieces_english_1__1.jpg?v=1787382965"},{"product_id":"british-staunton-series-anjan-93mm-chess-pieces","title":"British Staunton Series Anjan 93mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ei1aFg1Hvj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ei1aFg1Hvj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ei1aFg1Hvj page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eBritish Staunton Series Anjan 93mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ei1aFg1Hvj     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnjan is not a timber most chess buyers have heard of. Hardwickia binata grows across central and southern India, it is dense and hard enough that it was traditionally used for cart axles and railway sleepers, and it works to a deep reddish brown that darkens further with handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an unusual choice for a chess set and a good one. Anjan takes a hand polish to a lasting shine without lacquer, and it is hard enough to hold a carved edge on the knight where a softer mid brown timber would blur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern here is a conventional British Staunton at 93mm on a 40mm base, deliberately narrow throughout. It is one of the better selling sets in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ei1aFg1Hvj  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"British Staunton Series chess pieces in anjan wood and natural boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_d49eaa76-37ce-4bca-9848-c19b03d57784.jpg?v=1787382969\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Ei1aFg1Hvj\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Vp3nRg9Xrt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Vp3nRg9Xrt\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Vp3nRg9Xrt page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Vp3nRg9Xrt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93mm (3.7 inch) king on a 40mm base, sized for 55mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnjan wood (Hardwickia binata) dark side with natural boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNarrow bases throughout, including a 27mm pawn base for an open front rank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1,200g across the full set, around 35g a piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Vp3nRg9Xrt     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand polished rather than lacquered, so the timber colour deepens with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand carved knights with clean mane and muzzle detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick green felt on every base for smooth movement and board protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Dn5eTi9Xhn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Dn5eTi9Xhn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Dn5eTi9Xhn page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the British Staunton Series compares to other wooden chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Dn5eTi9Xhn     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sets in this part of the range use anjan wood against boxwood, and it is worth being clear about which is which because the timbers are identical and the sets are not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the lighter and narrower of the two: a 93mm king on a 40mm base, 1,200g, with a notably slim 27mm pawn base. The Prestige Staunton Series in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e runs to a 100mm king on a 45mm base and 1,560g, which is a third heavier and visibly broader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this one if you want an open board and quick handling. Choose the Prestige if you want mass and a fuller back rank. Both need 55mm squares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Dn5eTi9Xhn  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Natural boxwood light side of the British Staunton Series chess pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/3_0c4bc8a7-a108-4ac8-9ebe-8545de08d1ca.jpg?v=1787382969\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Dn5eTi9Xhn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Em8wVp7Ngf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Em8wVp7Ngf page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat anjan wood brings to a chess set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Em8wVp7Ngf     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard mid brown option in chess sets is sheesham, an Indian rosewood that is widely available, easy to work and consistent. Anjan is harder, denser and less commonly used, partly because it is more difficult to turn cleanly and partly because supply is less predictable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere it pays off is durability and finish. A hand polished anjan piece resists the small dents and scuffs that accumulate on a set in weekly use, and the colour deepens over years rather than fading. On the knight, the hardness means the carved detail around the mane and muzzle stays crisp instead of softening under handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Jm4kKt0Yuv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Jm4kKt0Yuv\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Jm4kKt0Yuv page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eNarrow bases and an open front rank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Jm4kKt0Yuv     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pawn base here is 27mm, which is genuinely slim for a 50mm pawn. The knight sits on 33mm, narrower than the bishop and rook at 35mm, and the king on 40mm. Every diameter in the set is a step tighter than a comparable design would use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a 55mm board that produces real clear space between pieces. A locked pawn chain does not become a solid wall, files stay visually open, and a crowded middlegame is easier to read. The trade is stability: narrow bases tip more easily than wide ones, so this is a set for a steady table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Jm4kKt0Yuv  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand carved knight on the British Staunton Series anjan wood pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/5_f93d83b2-4c65-4c39-b589-2e4f4ead3cc2.jpg?v=1787382969\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Jm4kKt0Yuv\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Pl6rDk3Smq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Pl6rDk3Smq page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 40mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Pl6rDk3Smq     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 40mm king base puts this set on 55mm squares. You could drop to 50mm and it would fit, but the open, airy quality that the narrow bases are for would be lost, so 55mm is the size to buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included with these pieces. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size so you can match the requirement directly, and the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-pieces\" title=\"Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess pieces collection\u003c\/a\u003e lists square sizing on every set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Jh6qUr7Xol\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Jh6qUr7Xol\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Jh6qUr7Xol page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Jh6qUr7Xol     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sells well for a straightforward reason: it is a properly made timber set at the affordable end, and anjan wood is a genuine step up in hardness over the sheesham most sets at this level use. The narrow bases give an open board that experienced players tend to like. The caveats follow directly from that: at 1,200g and roughly 35g a piece it is light, and a 27mm pawn base tips more easily than a wide one, so it wants a steady table. If you want the same timber with more mass, take the Prestige Staunton instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Jh6qUr7Xol  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Weighted British Staunton chess pieces with a 93mm anjan king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/9_6c6cc5b4-42df-4150-94ce-8716f98f0794.jpg?v=1787382969\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Jh6qUr7Xol\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Zq1xJt1Cqw\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Fj4mTd3Feu\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Fj4mTd3Feu\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Ja9oWg8Vzc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Ja9oWg8Vzc page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 55mm. That comes from the 40mm king base rather than the 93mm height. A 50mm board would fit but would lose the open spacing the narrow bases are designed for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is anjan wood?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardwickia binata, a dense Indian hardwood traditionally used where strength mattered, such as cart axles and sleepers. It works to a deep reddish brown, takes a hand polish without lacquer, and darkens with handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does this differ from the Prestige Staunton Series?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame timbers, different scale. This set is 93mm on a 40mm base at 1,200g. The Prestige is 100mm on a 45mm base at 1,560g, a third heavier and visibly broader. Both need 55mm squares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy are they?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,200g across 34 pieces, around 35g a piece. That is moderate weighting, suited to quick handling rather than to maximum stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.page_crafter_two_column_grid-Ei1aFg1Hvj  { align-items: center;     }  .page_crafter_two_column_heading-Ei1aFg1Hvj { color: #000;  text-align: center;  font-size: null;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Ei1aFg1Hvj  { color: #000;  font-size: ;  text-align: left;    color: #000 !important; }  .page_crafter_grid_media-Ei1aFg1Hvj { max-width: 500px;  width: 100%;  height: auto;  margin: 0 auto;  display: block;     }  .page_crafter_grid_media_container-Ei1aFg1Hvj  { text-align: center;  display: flex;  justify-content: center;  align-items: center;  order: 1;     }  #TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Ei1aFg1Hvj {\n    margin-bottom: 10px;  \n  } .page_crafter_whats_included_container-Vp3nRg9Xrt  { background-color: #d4d1cf;     }  .page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Vp3nRg9Xrt { color: #000000;  text-align: center;  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width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93mm (3.7 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm (1.6 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e83mm (3.3 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e38mm (1.5 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e73mm (2.9 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e66mm (2.6 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33mm (1.3 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e53mm (2.1 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm (2.0 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e27mm (1.1 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnjan wood (Hardwickia binata)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted, thick green felt bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand polished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,200g approximate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended square size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in anjan wood and natural boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54212853399920,"sku":"CB-AS270","price":379.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/anjanpiecs.jpg?v=1787382969"},{"product_id":"reproduction-1904-american-chess-co-tournament-97mm-chess-pieces","title":"Reproduction 1904 American Chess Co. Tournament 97mm Chess Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Um7sMs3Mfe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Um7sMs3Mfe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Um7sMs3Mfe page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eReproduction 1904 American Chess Co. Tournament 97mm Chess Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Um7sMs3Mfe     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bishop and the knight on this set are exactly the same height. Both stand 76mm on a 38mm base, which almost never happens: the bishop is conventionally the taller of the two by five millimetres or more, and the step between them is one of the things that makes a back rank legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Chess Company took a different view in 1904. Levelling the two minor pieces gives the rank a pairing rather than a staircase, and for a tournament set that had to be read quickly from a seated position it worked well enough to stay in official use for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo options are offered: genuine ebony with natural boxwood, or ebonised wood with antique boxwood. It sits within our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Um7sMs3Mfe  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1904 American Chess Company reproduction pieces in ebony and boxwood\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_2f821703-1156-4a7c-bfa3-8875b049404b.jpg?v=1787382986\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Um7sMs3Mfe\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"WHATS_INCLUDED-Ea2jUv7Ans\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius page_crafter_whats_included_container-Ea2jUv7Ans\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_whats_included_heading-Ea2jUv7Ans page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_1_text-Ea2jUv7Ans     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97mm (3.81 inch) king on a 42mm base, sized for 55mm squares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBishop and knight both at 76mm on matched 38mm bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoice of genuine ebony with natural boxwood, or ebonised with antique boxwood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted with an iron stud set into every base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_whats_included_column_2_text-Ea2jUv7Ans     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,472g in ebony and 1,230g in ebonised, reflecting the denser timber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThick green felt on every base, cut to envelop the foot completely\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReproduction of a pattern used in American and international tournament play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Fd8iJt5Gtd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Fd8iJt5Gtd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Fd8iJt5Gtd page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eHow the 1904 American reproduction compares to other reproduction chess pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Fd8iJt5Gtd     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean reproductions dominate this category, and for good reason: the patterns that mattered historically were English, Russian and continental. American designs of the same period are much less reproduced, which makes this one genuinely uncommon on an Australian board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it shares with its European contemporaries is the tournament brief: a 97mm king, a 42mm base, standard 55mm squares. What it does not share is the levelled officer rank, and that is the reason to choose it over a more familiar pattern of similar size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two options differ in more than colour. Genuine ebony brings the set to 1,472g while the ebonised option sits at 1,230g, so the ebony version is noticeably the more substantial of the two. Compare against the rest of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/reproduction-chess-pieces\" title=\"Reproduction Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereproduction chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e for heavier options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Fd8iJt5Gtd  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ebonised and antique boxwood 1904 American Chess Co. tournament pieces\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/2_35844cbf-1d5e-4f54-b824-4843a328b2c1.jpg?v=1787382985\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Fd8iJt5Gtd\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Nk5eKd8Qxl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Nk5eKd8Qxl page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eThe American Chess Company and the 1904 pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Nk5eKd8Qxl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Chess Company was founded in the nineteenth century and became a significant producer of wooden sets in a market otherwise dominated by imports from England. Its equipment was used in official tournaments in the United States and abroad, which gave the patterns a reach that a purely domestic maker would not have had.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1904 design was aimed squarely at serious play. The proportions are conservative, the ornament is minimal, and the only real departure from English convention is the levelled bishop and knight. That restraint is what let the design last: it does nothing to draw attention away from the position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Pr6iBk4Hjg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Pr6iBk4Hjg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Pr6iBk4Hjg page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eEbony or ebonised, and the weight difference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Pr6iBk4Hjg     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ebony option uses genuine ebony heartwood against natural boxwood. It is the higher contrast pairing, the timber is dense and close grained, and the whole set comes in at 1,472g. Carved detail on the knight holds a cleaner edge in ebony than in any stained timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ebonised option pairs ebonised wood with antique boxwood, so both sides are softened: the dark side is a deep uniform black without grain, and the light side is oxidised to an aged tone rather than left bright. At 1,230g it is the lighter set by 242g, which is a difference you feel immediately in a pawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Pr6iBk4Hjg  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Matched height bishop and knight on the 1904 American reproduction\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/3_433f217c-ac8c-4cbf-852e-1f87c640229d.jpg?v=1787382985\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Pr6iBk4Hjg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TEXT_BLOCK-Je5xKm3Aax\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Je5xKm3Aax page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eChoosing a board for a 42mm base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Je5xKm3Aax     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 42mm king base puts this set on 55mm squares, standard tournament sizing. The officers sit on 38mm and the rook on 39mm, so the back rank fills evenly without any single piece crowding its neighbours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo board is included with these pieces. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/chess-boards\" title=\"Chess Boards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echess boards collection\u003c\/a\u003e is filtered by square size, and the wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces\" title=\"Staunton Chess Pieces\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStaunton chess pieces\u003c\/a\u003e range follows the same convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"TWO_COLUMN_GRID-Yv0yTt7Ccl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid page_crafter_two_column_grid-Yv0yTt7Ccl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page_crafter_two_column_heading-Yv0yTt7Ccl page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eOur expert take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_plain_text-Yv0yTt7Ccl     page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe levelled bishop and knight is the detail that makes this set worth carrying, and it is the kind of thing you either notice immediately or not at all. American patterns from this period are rarely reproduced, so if you want something on the board that other players will not recognise, this is a good candidate. Two caveats. The ebonised option at 1,230g is the lighter of the two by a meaningful margin, so choose ebony if weight matters to you. And the levelled officers do make a crowded middlegame fractionally harder to scan than a conventional stepped rank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-expert-signature\"\u003e- Blake Sterling, CEO \u0026amp; Founder, Sterling Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_grid_media_container-Yv0yTt7Ccl  page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Iron weighted 1904 tournament chess pieces with a 97mm king\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/13_063f62b4-2db0-4f3e-a3a3-a780d5446c4a.jpg?v=1787382985\u0026amp;width=1000\" class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class page_crafter_grid_media-Yv0yTt7Ccl\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"SPACER-Sy1gZd9Kgd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 20px;\" class=\"page-crafter-block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"HEADING-Eo1dSy9Wkh\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h2 page_crafter_heading-Eo1dSy9Wkh\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ACCORDIAN-Uj7pXo7Pla\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page_crafter_accordian-Uj7pXo7Pla page-crafter-accordian-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size board do these need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquares of 55mm, standard tournament sizing. That comes from the 42mm king base rather than the 97mm height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are the bishop and knight the same height?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the 1904 pattern this set reproduces. Both stand 76mm on matched 38mm bases, where a conventional Staunton would make the bishop taller. It is a deliberate feature of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the two options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ebony option is genuine ebony heartwood with natural boxwood, at 1,472g, and gives the higher contrast. The ebonised option is ebonised wood with antique boxwood, at 1,230g, and reads warmer and softer. Dimensions and carving are the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a chess board or storage box included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow are the pieces weighted?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighted with an iron stud set into each base under thick green felt. The ebony option is heavier overall because the timber itself is denser. 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\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"150\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"350\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97mm (3.81 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e42mm (1.69 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85mm (3.34 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39mm (1.57 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76mm (3.03 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnight height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76mm (3.03 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishop and knight base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e38mm (1.50 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e56mm (2.24 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRook base diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39mm (1.53 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePawn height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48mm (1.89 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine ebony or ebonised wood, by option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural boxwood with ebony, antique boxwood with ebonised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted with an iron stud in each base, thick green felt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34, including two spare queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal set weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,472g in ebony, 1,230g 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dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's In The Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 chess pieces in the option you select\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 spare queens, one per colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChess board not included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage box not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Chess","offers":[{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":54212853432688,"sku":"CB-AS279-B","price":559.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebonised","offer_id":54212854088048,"sku":"CB-AS279","price":509.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/5507\/9024\/files\/americanchessset23.jpg?v=1787382985"}],"url":"https:\/\/sterlingchess.com.au\/collections\/staunton-chess-pieces.oembed?page=9","provider":"Sterling Chess","version":"1.0","type":"link"}