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Elegant and practical, this Book Style Storage Box offers a refined way to store and protect your chess pieces up to 107mm (4.2") king height. Crafted with a premium leatherette exterior in classic brown and beige with secure strap fasteners, and a soft green velvet felt-lined interior across both compartments, the box delivers considered cushioning and care for your cherished chessmen. Part of the Sterling Chess chess piece storage cases collection for buyers who want a stylish and durable storage solution that reads as a curated design object as well as a functional storage case.
The box opens book-style rather than sliding, which is a materially different user experience from our sliding-lid Golden Rosewood alternatives. The book-style opening reveals two side-by-side compartments, both fully felt-lined with green velvet, giving each colour half of a chess set its own dedicated protected space. When closed, the leatherette exterior with secure strap fasteners keeps the pieces protected during storage or transport, and the whole case reads as a classical hardbound book on a shelf.
Measuring 25.4cm x 21.6cm x 9.5cm (10" x 8.5" x 3.75"), the box is sized to accommodate chess sets with kings up to 107mm (4.2"). This suits standard tournament chess sets and mid-scale luxury Staunton sets. For buyers weighing this against our hardwood alternatives, the choice comes down to material and design preference. This leatherette book-style option delivers a distinctly different aesthetic direction from the hardwood sliding-lid alternatives available in the wider Sterling Chess chess piece storage cases collection.
This leatherette book-style box takes a materially different design direction from our hardwood sliding-lid Golden Rosewood boxes. The book-style opening gives you full visual access to both compartments simultaneously when opened, which is easier for quick piece selection than a single-cavity sliding-lid box. The leatherette exterior is warmer to the touch than hardwood and reads as a hardbound book on a shelf when closed, making it work particularly well as a considered display object in a study, library, or reading room.
Against the Sterling Chess Golden Rosewood storage boxes at similar capacity, this leatherette box has a fully felt-lined interior across both compartments (where the Golden Rosewood boxes only felt-line the base). For buyers with particularly delicate pieces or a preference for full-interior lining, the leatherette book box is the better protection choice. For buyers who prefer hardwood construction and the magnetic sliding-lid tactile experience, the Golden Rosewood boxes remain the choice. Neither is objectively better. The decision is about preferred material, design language, and interior lining priority.
The interior of both compartments is fully lined with green velvet felt, protecting the pieces from all angles rather than just base contact. This is a meaningful upgrade over base-only felt lining and makes this box particularly suited to buyers with premium or antique chess pieces where full-surface protection matters. The green velvet also delivers a considered visual presentation when the book is opened. The pieces sit against a rich green backdrop that reads as heritage rather than utility storage.
The dual-compartment layout means dark and light pieces each get dedicated protected space, preventing them from contacting each other during storage or transport. For buyers who transport their chess set to clubs, tournaments, or travel destinations, the separation and full-interior lining meaningfully extends piece life across years of use.
This box is sized for chess sets with kings up to 107mm (4.2"). Compatible sets in the Sterling Chess range include standard tournament chess pieces at 95mm (3.75") king (FIDE regulation), 102mm (4") Leningrad Staunton, and some 104mm (4.1") chess piece sets from the Staunton chess pieces collection. For larger 109mm to 117mm (4.3" to 4.6") king luxury Staunton pieces, our larger Golden Rosewood storage box (up to 114mm / 4.5" king) is the correctly sized alternative. Match the storage capacity to the piece scale you own for proper fit and protection.
This Book Style Leatherette storage box is the alternative direction to our hardwood sliding-lid Golden Rosewood boxes. Where the Golden Rosewood boxes deliver traditional hardwood tactile character with magnetic sliding-lid closure, this leatherette book box delivers considered heritage-book aesthetic with full-interior felt lining and dual-compartment protection. For buyers who prefer the book-on-shelf display presentation and want fully felt-lined interior protection for premium pieces, this is our recommendation. For buyers who prefer hardwood tactile character, the Golden Rosewood alternatives remain the choice.
— Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Different material and design directions at similar functional capacity. This leatherette box has fully felt-lined interior across both compartments and opens book-style. The Golden Rosewood boxes have hardwood construction with base-only felt lining and magnetic sliding-lid closure. Choose based on preferred material, opening style, and whether full-interior felt lining matters for your pieces.
The box is sized for chess sets with kings up to 107mm (4.2"). For pieces with kings above 107mm (4.2"), our larger Golden Rosewood storage box (up to 114mm / 4.5" king) is the correctly sized alternative. Check your specific king height before purchasing to ensure fit.
Leatherette is a durable synthetic leather-like material that delivers the visual character and warmth of genuine leather at a more accessible price. It is more consistent in colour and grain than natural leather, resistant to cracking and staining, and easier to clean over long-term ownership. For a storage box that will see regular handling across decades of use, leatherette offers practical advantages over genuine leather.
The box opens like a hardbound book, with a hinged spine and secure strap fasteners on the opposite side. When opened flat, both compartments are fully accessible at the same time, making piece selection quick and simple. The strap fasteners hold the box closed securely during storage or transport.
Yes. The secure strap fasteners hold the pieces firmly in place during transport, the dual-compartment layout keeps dark and light pieces separated, and the full-interior felt lining protects piece surfaces from vibration damage. It is a considered choice for chess players who transport their set to clubs, tournaments, or travel destinations.
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Exterior material |
Premium leatherette (brown and beige) |
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Interior material |
Green velvet felt lining across both compartments |
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External dimensions (L x W x H) |
25.4cm x 21.6cm x 9.5cm (10" x 8.5" x 3.75") |
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Shipping weight |
2500g |
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Recommended chess piece capacity |
Up to 107mm (4.2") king height |
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Opening style |
Book style (hinged spine) |
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Closure |
Secure strap fasteners |
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Interior configuration |
Two side-by-side compartments (one per colour half) |
1 x Book style leatherette chess piece storage box with dual felt-lined compartments and strap fasteners
Sterling Chess stands behind every product we sell. This product is backed by a 12-month Sterling Chess warranty covering manufacturing defects under standard residential use. If you have any issue with your order, contact our team and we'll make it right.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — we offer free standard shipping on all orders across Australia, with no minimum spend. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Are there any exceptions to free shipping?
No exceptions. Every order ships free, regardless of size, weight, or order value.
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with delivery times depending on your location. You'll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.
Do you ship to all areas of Australia?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide, including regional and remote areas — all at no shipping cost to you.
Can I track my order?
Absolutely. As soon as your order ships, we'll email you a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your door.
What if I need my order quickly?
Get in touch before ordering and we'll do our best to help. Standard shipping is free, and we'll advise on the fastest available option for your area. To contact us, simply email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au, call (03) 7037 0931 or open the live chat.
Changed your mind? You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Sterling Chess will cover the cost of shipping return items under our 100-day free returns policy.
All Sterling Chess products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
Click here to view our full returns policy.
If you're shopping for a new chess set, you're in the right place—and here's why.
1. We know chess inside and out
At Sterling Chess, we're not just another online store. We’re chess lovers, players, collectors, and game night fanatics.
That means we care about quality, balance, and feel—and we only stock sets we’d use ourselves. From tournament-grade boards to handcrafted wooden pieces, we’ve got what real players want.
2. Unmatched variety for every player
Whether you're just learning or a lifelong grandmaster, we have something for you.
Looking for a folding set for travel? A stunning showpiece for your home? A kid-friendly set for your budding chess champion? We’ve got it all—and more.
3. Fast and FREE shipping on all orders
Shipping is FREE on all Sterling Chess orders.
We ship quickly from local and international warehouses, so you’re not waiting weeks to get your game on.
Most orders are packed and sent within 24–48 hours. Plus, you’ll get tracking updates every step of the way.
4. Customer support that actually helps
Have a question? Need help choosing a set? Our friendly team is ready to help—no scripts, no bots, just real people who care about your experience.
You can call our team anytime between business hours on (03) 7037 0931 or email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au. Alternatively, you can use our live chat during business hours to contact our helpful support team.
5. Thousands of happy customers
Don't just take our word for it—our reviews speak for themselves. Sterling Chess is trusted by thousands of players who keep coming back for more. Great products. Great service. No hassle.
6. Classic games, too
We're all about chess—but we also carry backgammon, checkers, poker and other timeless strategy games. If you love the classics, you’ll feel right at home.
Ready to make your move?
Choose a chess set that fits your style, skill level, and space—and enjoy the Sterling Chess difference. You’ll love how it looks. You’ll love how it plays. And you’ll love buying from a team that loves the game just as much as you do.
Elegant and practical, this Book Style Storage Box offers a refined way to store and protect your chess pieces up to 107mm (4.2") king height. Crafted with a premium leatherette exterior in classic brown and beige with secure strap fasteners, and a soft green velvet felt-lined interior across both compartments, the box delivers considered cushioning and care for your cherished chessmen. Part of the Sterling Chess chess piece storage cases collection for buyers who want a stylish and durable storage solution that reads as a curated design object as well as a functional storage case.
The box opens book-style rather than sliding, which is a materially different user experience from our sliding-lid Golden Rosewood alternatives. The book-style opening reveals two side-by-side compartments, both fully felt-lined with green velvet, giving each colour half of a chess set its own dedicated protected space. When closed, the leatherette exterior with secure strap fasteners keeps the pieces protected during storage or transport, and the whole case reads as a classical hardbound book on a shelf.
Measuring 25.4cm x 21.6cm x 9.5cm (10" x 8.5" x 3.75"), the box is sized to accommodate chess sets with kings up to 107mm (4.2"). This suits standard tournament chess sets and mid-scale luxury Staunton sets. For buyers weighing this against our hardwood alternatives, the choice comes down to material and design preference. This leatherette book-style option delivers a distinctly different aesthetic direction from the hardwood sliding-lid alternatives available in the wider Sterling Chess chess piece storage cases collection.
This leatherette book-style box takes a materially different design direction from our hardwood sliding-lid Golden Rosewood boxes. The book-style opening gives you full visual access to both compartments simultaneously when opened, which is easier for quick piece selection than a single-cavity sliding-lid box. The leatherette exterior is warmer to the touch than hardwood and reads as a hardbound book on a shelf when closed, making it work particularly well as a considered display object in a study, library, or reading room.
Against the Sterling Chess Golden Rosewood storage boxes at similar capacity, this leatherette box has a fully felt-lined interior across both compartments (where the Golden Rosewood boxes only felt-line the base). For buyers with particularly delicate pieces or a preference for full-interior lining, the leatherette book box is the better protection choice. For buyers who prefer hardwood construction and the magnetic sliding-lid tactile experience, the Golden Rosewood boxes remain the choice. Neither is objectively better. The decision is about preferred material, design language, and interior lining priority.
The interior of both compartments is fully lined with green velvet felt, protecting the pieces from all angles rather than just base contact. This is a meaningful upgrade over base-only felt lining and makes this box particularly suited to buyers with premium or antique chess pieces where full-surface protection matters. The green velvet also delivers a considered visual presentation when the book is opened. The pieces sit against a rich green backdrop that reads as heritage rather than utility storage.
The dual-compartment layout means dark and light pieces each get dedicated protected space, preventing them from contacting each other during storage or transport. For buyers who transport their chess set to clubs, tournaments, or travel destinations, the separation and full-interior lining meaningfully extends piece life across years of use.
This box is sized for chess sets with kings up to 107mm (4.2"). Compatible sets in the Sterling Chess range include standard tournament chess pieces at 95mm (3.75") king (FIDE regulation), 102mm (4") Leningrad Staunton, and some 104mm (4.1") chess piece sets from the Staunton chess pieces collection. For larger 109mm to 117mm (4.3" to 4.6") king luxury Staunton pieces, our larger Golden Rosewood storage box (up to 114mm / 4.5" king) is the correctly sized alternative. Match the storage capacity to the piece scale you own for proper fit and protection.
This Book Style Leatherette storage box is the alternative direction to our hardwood sliding-lid Golden Rosewood boxes. Where the Golden Rosewood boxes deliver traditional hardwood tactile character with magnetic sliding-lid closure, this leatherette book box delivers considered heritage-book aesthetic with full-interior felt lining and dual-compartment protection. For buyers who prefer the book-on-shelf display presentation and want fully felt-lined interior protection for premium pieces, this is our recommendation. For buyers who prefer hardwood tactile character, the Golden Rosewood alternatives remain the choice.
— Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Different material and design directions at similar functional capacity. This leatherette box has fully felt-lined interior across both compartments and opens book-style. The Golden Rosewood boxes have hardwood construction with base-only felt lining and magnetic sliding-lid closure. Choose based on preferred material, opening style, and whether full-interior felt lining matters for your pieces.
The box is sized for chess sets with kings up to 107mm (4.2"). For pieces with kings above 107mm (4.2"), our larger Golden Rosewood storage box (up to 114mm / 4.5" king) is the correctly sized alternative. Check your specific king height before purchasing to ensure fit.
Leatherette is a durable synthetic leather-like material that delivers the visual character and warmth of genuine leather at a more accessible price. It is more consistent in colour and grain than natural leather, resistant to cracking and staining, and easier to clean over long-term ownership. For a storage box that will see regular handling across decades of use, leatherette offers practical advantages over genuine leather.
The box opens like a hardbound book, with a hinged spine and secure strap fasteners on the opposite side. When opened flat, both compartments are fully accessible at the same time, making piece selection quick and simple. The strap fasteners hold the box closed securely during storage or transport.
Yes. The secure strap fasteners hold the pieces firmly in place during transport, the dual-compartment layout keeps dark and light pieces separated, and the full-interior felt lining protects piece surfaces from vibration damage. It is a considered choice for chess players who transport their set to clubs, tournaments, or travel destinations.
|
Exterior material |
Premium leatherette (brown and beige) |
|
Interior material |
Green velvet felt lining across both compartments |
|
External dimensions (L x W x H) |
25.4cm x 21.6cm x 9.5cm (10" x 8.5" x 3.75") |
|
Shipping weight |
2500g |
|
Recommended chess piece capacity |
Up to 107mm (4.2") king height |
|
Opening style |
Book style (hinged spine) |
|
Closure |
Secure strap fasteners |
|
Interior configuration |
Two side-by-side compartments (one per colour half) |
1 x Book style leatherette chess piece storage box with dual felt-lined compartments and strap fasteners
Sterling Chess stands behind every product we sell. This product is backed by a 12-month Sterling Chess warranty covering manufacturing defects under standard residential use. If you have any issue with your order, contact our team and we'll make it right.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — we offer free standard shipping on all orders across Australia, with no minimum spend. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Are there any exceptions to free shipping?
No exceptions. Every order ships free, regardless of size, weight, or order value.
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with delivery times depending on your location. You'll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.
Do you ship to all areas of Australia?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide, including regional and remote areas — all at no shipping cost to you.
Can I track my order?
Absolutely. As soon as your order ships, we'll email you a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your door.
What if I need my order quickly?
Get in touch before ordering and we'll do our best to help. Standard shipping is free, and we'll advise on the fastest available option for your area. To contact us, simply email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au, call (03) 7037 0931 or open the live chat.
Changed your mind? You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Sterling Chess will cover the cost of shipping return items under our 100-day free returns policy.
All Sterling Chess products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
Click here to view our full returns policy.
If you're shopping for a new chess set, you're in the right place—and here's why.
1. We know chess inside and out
At Sterling Chess, we're not just another online store. We’re chess lovers, players, collectors, and game night fanatics.
That means we care about quality, balance, and feel—and we only stock sets we’d use ourselves. From tournament-grade boards to handcrafted wooden pieces, we’ve got what real players want.
2. Unmatched variety for every player
Whether you're just learning or a lifelong grandmaster, we have something for you.
Looking for a folding set for travel? A stunning showpiece for your home? A kid-friendly set for your budding chess champion? We’ve got it all—and more.
3. Fast and FREE shipping on all orders
Shipping is FREE on all Sterling Chess orders.
We ship quickly from local and international warehouses, so you’re not waiting weeks to get your game on.
Most orders are packed and sent within 24–48 hours. Plus, you’ll get tracking updates every step of the way.
4. Customer support that actually helps
Have a question? Need help choosing a set? Our friendly team is ready to help—no scripts, no bots, just real people who care about your experience.
You can call our team anytime between business hours on (03) 7037 0931 or email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au. Alternatively, you can use our live chat during business hours to contact our helpful support team.
5. Thousands of happy customers
Don't just take our word for it—our reviews speak for themselves. Sterling Chess is trusted by thousands of players who keep coming back for more. Great products. Great service. No hassle.
6. Classic games, too
We're all about chess—but we also carry backgammon, checkers, poker and other timeless strategy games. If you love the classics, you’ll feel right at home.
Ready to make your move?
Choose a chess set that fits your style, skill level, and space—and enjoy the Sterling Chess difference. You’ll love how it looks. You’ll love how it plays. And you’ll love buying from a team that loves the game just as much as you do.
