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A 104mm king standing on a 36mm base is a ratio of 35 per cent, where most Staunton sets sit between 38 and 43. These pieces are visibly slimmer and taller than convention allows, and they are the only cone shaped set in our range.
That is the cone in the name. Rather than the stepped collars and swelling profiles of a traditional Staunton, the forms taper more or less continuously from base to finial, which is what lets them run this tall without looking top heavy.
Iron weighted to 940g, in a choice of ebonised boxwood or sheesham against a boxwood light side. It sits among the modern shapes in our chess pieces collection.
Every measurement is shared between the options: same 104mm king, same 36mm base, same 940g, same tapered profiles. Only the dark side changes.
Ebonised boxwood is the same timber as the light side, dyed and finished to a deep even black. It gives the sharpest contrast and no grain figure at all, which suits the stripped back cone shapes: nothing competes with the silhouette. Because the colour sits at the surface, a deep chip shows pale wood underneath and the high points can lighten after many years of handling.
Sheesham is Indian rosewood, a warm golden to reddish brown with open grain and darker streaking running through it. Contrast against boxwood is moderate rather than stark, and the figure gives the plain forms something to look at. Both appear across our wood chess pieces range.
A Staunton piece is a series of swellings and collars stacked on a stem, which puts material high up. It looks authoritative and it raises the centre of gravity, so the base has to widen as the piece grows.
A tapered cone puts most of its material at the bottom by definition. The centre of gravity sits lower as a proportion of the height, which means a narrower base can carry a taller piece. On this set that produces a 104mm king that stands securely on 36mm, an outcome a traditionally profiled piece of the same height could not manage.
The recommendation is 55mm squares, which for a 36mm base is generous. That is deliberate rather than an error: with pieces this slim, a tight board makes the set look like a forest of sticks, and the extra space around each piece is what lets the individual profiles read.
The effect on a full board is unusually open. Where a conventional set with wide bases fills the back rank almost completely, this one leaves clear space between neighbours, so files and diagonals stay visible even with everything in place.
Take the 55mm recommendation rather than working it back from the base diameter. A 36mm base would technically fit a 45mm or 50mm board, but the set is designed around clear space and it loses its character on a tight one.
No board is included with these pieces. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size, and a plain unfigured board suits these slim profiles better than a heavily grained one.
The cone profile is doing real engineering work here, not just styling: tapering the form continuously keeps the mass low, which is what lets a 104mm king stand on a 36mm base without feeling precarious. The result is an unusually open back rank, with genuine space between pieces on a 55mm board, and nothing else in the range has that look. Two caveats. At roughly 28g a piece it is a light set in the hand, which suits the slim profile but will feel modest if you are used to triple weighted pieces. And there is nothing of the traditional Staunton vocabulary in it, so anyone who wants collar rings and a familiar silhouette should look elsewhere. On finish, the ebonised keeps the shapes pure and reads fastest in play; the sheesham gives the plain forms some grain to look at.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 55mm. That is generous for a 36mm base and it is deliberate: the pieces are slim, and the clear space is what lets each profile read. On a tight board the set looks crowded.
Only the dark side. Ebonised boxwood is dyed to a deep even black with no grain figure. Sheesham is an Indian rosewood in warm brown with open grain and darker streaking. Height, base, weight and profile are identical.
The cone profile tapers continuously, which keeps the mass low in the piece rather than carrying it up into a wide crown. That lets a 104mm king stand securely on 36mm, which a traditionally profiled piece could not.
940g across 34 pieces, around 28g a piece. It is weighted with an iron stud in each base but it is a light set in absolute terms, which suits the slim profile.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards and storage boxes are sold separately.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
104mm (4.09 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
36mm (1.41 inch) |
|
Queen height |
89mm (3.5 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
34mm (1.33 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
73mm (2.87 inch) |
|
Knight height |
66mm (2.59 inch) |
|
Rook height |
56mm (2.20 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
32mm (1.25 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
50mm (1.96 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
29mm (1.14 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Ebonised boxwood or sheesham, depending on option |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Weighted with an iron stud in each base, thick green felt |
|
Finish |
Buff polished in multiple layers |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
940g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
55mm |
|
Origin |
Hand turned in India |
|
Board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in your chosen finish against boxwood
2 spare queens, one per colour
Chess board not included
Storage box not included
All 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.
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.
A 104mm king standing on a 36mm base is a ratio of 35 per cent, where most Staunton sets sit between 38 and 43. These pieces are visibly slimmer and taller than convention allows, and they are the only cone shaped set in our range.
That is the cone in the name. Rather than the stepped collars and swelling profiles of a traditional Staunton, the forms taper more or less continuously from base to finial, which is what lets them run this tall without looking top heavy.
Iron weighted to 940g, in a choice of ebonised boxwood or sheesham against a boxwood light side. It sits among the modern shapes in our chess pieces collection.
Every measurement is shared between the options: same 104mm king, same 36mm base, same 940g, same tapered profiles. Only the dark side changes.
Ebonised boxwood is the same timber as the light side, dyed and finished to a deep even black. It gives the sharpest contrast and no grain figure at all, which suits the stripped back cone shapes: nothing competes with the silhouette. Because the colour sits at the surface, a deep chip shows pale wood underneath and the high points can lighten after many years of handling.
Sheesham is Indian rosewood, a warm golden to reddish brown with open grain and darker streaking running through it. Contrast against boxwood is moderate rather than stark, and the figure gives the plain forms something to look at. Both appear across our wood chess pieces range.
A Staunton piece is a series of swellings and collars stacked on a stem, which puts material high up. It looks authoritative and it raises the centre of gravity, so the base has to widen as the piece grows.
A tapered cone puts most of its material at the bottom by definition. The centre of gravity sits lower as a proportion of the height, which means a narrower base can carry a taller piece. On this set that produces a 104mm king that stands securely on 36mm, an outcome a traditionally profiled piece of the same height could not manage.
The recommendation is 55mm squares, which for a 36mm base is generous. That is deliberate rather than an error: with pieces this slim, a tight board makes the set look like a forest of sticks, and the extra space around each piece is what lets the individual profiles read.
The effect on a full board is unusually open. Where a conventional set with wide bases fills the back rank almost completely, this one leaves clear space between neighbours, so files and diagonals stay visible even with everything in place.
Take the 55mm recommendation rather than working it back from the base diameter. A 36mm base would technically fit a 45mm or 50mm board, but the set is designed around clear space and it loses its character on a tight one.
No board is included with these pieces. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size, and a plain unfigured board suits these slim profiles better than a heavily grained one.
The cone profile is doing real engineering work here, not just styling: tapering the form continuously keeps the mass low, which is what lets a 104mm king stand on a 36mm base without feeling precarious. The result is an unusually open back rank, with genuine space between pieces on a 55mm board, and nothing else in the range has that look. Two caveats. At roughly 28g a piece it is a light set in the hand, which suits the slim profile but will feel modest if you are used to triple weighted pieces. And there is nothing of the traditional Staunton vocabulary in it, so anyone who wants collar rings and a familiar silhouette should look elsewhere. On finish, the ebonised keeps the shapes pure and reads fastest in play; the sheesham gives the plain forms some grain to look at.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 55mm. That is generous for a 36mm base and it is deliberate: the pieces are slim, and the clear space is what lets each profile read. On a tight board the set looks crowded.
Only the dark side. Ebonised boxwood is dyed to a deep even black with no grain figure. Sheesham is an Indian rosewood in warm brown with open grain and darker streaking. Height, base, weight and profile are identical.
The cone profile tapers continuously, which keeps the mass low in the piece rather than carrying it up into a wide crown. That lets a 104mm king stand securely on 36mm, which a traditionally profiled piece could not.
940g across 34 pieces, around 28g a piece. It is weighted with an iron stud in each base but it is a light set in absolute terms, which suits the slim profile.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards and storage boxes are sold separately.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
104mm (4.09 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
36mm (1.41 inch) |
|
Queen height |
89mm (3.5 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
34mm (1.33 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
73mm (2.87 inch) |
|
Knight height |
66mm (2.59 inch) |
|
Rook height |
56mm (2.20 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
32mm (1.25 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
50mm (1.96 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
29mm (1.14 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Ebonised boxwood or sheesham, depending on option |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Weighted with an iron stud in each base, thick green felt |
|
Finish |
Buff polished in multiple layers |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
940g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
55mm |
|
Origin |
Hand turned in India |
|
Board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in your chosen finish against boxwood
2 spare queens, one per colour
Chess board not included
Storage box not included
All 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.
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.
