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These are camel bone chessmen made today, in a design that celebrates the elegance of early chess as it looked before the Staunton pattern of 1849. The king stands 92mm.
The king leads and the rest of the army sits well below it. That gap gives the board an obvious order, and there is never any question about which piece is the important one.
Only one of the two armies is dyed. The dark side is dyed black and the light side keeps the colour the bone arrives with, so the two halves are easy to tell apart across the board.
Handling is the quiet pleasure of this one. The proportions are settled and every piece is smooth to pick up, which counts for more over a long game than it sounds like it should.
You will find it with our reproduction chess pieces.
The proportions are what make this set. A tall king stands over a court that stays low, so the position organises itself as soon as you lay it out and the eye goes to the piece that matters.
The finish is what you notice with a piece in your hand. Every one of them is worked smooth and sits easily between the fingers, and that is the part that tells an hour into a game.
What the design gives you is early chess to look at. It celebrates that older idea of what a chess army should be, so setting the position out puts a bit of history in front of you every time.
None of that makes it an old set. These chessmen were handcrafted now, and the design behind them looks back at the pre-1849 period without having come out of it. What is old here is the look, and only the look.
These pieces suit mid sized boards, with squares of 45mm to 50mm. Either end will do, and the upper end is better if you are buying a board, because a king this tall shows well with air around it. Measure what you own first.
This is a set that gets used. The pieces are smooth to handle and sized so that picking one up and putting it down again is easy, and none of the shapes fight your fingers.
Reading the board is straightforward. The king is unmistakable at its full height, the court keeps a tighter order below it, and where two pieces come close you tell them apart by the head.
The weight is the honest part. 390 grams covers the whole army, so a piece lifts with almost no effort and a bumped table will move the position about.
It suits a collector as much as a player. The design celebrates early chess, and if the heritage in a set is half of why you buy one, that half is well covered here.
Looking after them is a simple job. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, which is what makes bone crack. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.
The tall king is what I would sell this set on.
A king that stands well clear of its own court is a real advantage at the board. You always know where it is, and in a scramble on the clock that is worth something.
Two things to be clear on before you order. It is a light army, and there are 32 pieces with no spare queen, so a promotion is going to need improvising.
Buy it if the early look appeals and you want a set you will actually use. If you want something heavier for weekly club games, our tournament chess pieces are the better place to look.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 45mm to 50mm, so a mid sized board. Either end of that window works. Choosing a new board, I would take the upper figure, because a king this tall looks better with room around it.
That is the colour camel bone comes in. The dye goes onto one army only, and it is black, so you are looking at one dyed side facing one that has been left alone.
That is the name of this design. It is a new set and not an old one: it celebrates early chess design and reflects the charm of the period before 1849, when the Staunton pattern had yet to fix what a chess piece looks like.
The whole army weighs 390 grams. Little enough that the pieces lift with no effort at all, and a steady table under the board helps.
32 chess pieces. What is in the box is listed in full below.
No, neither one is included. This listing is the chessmen on their own, so a board and a box are both separate purchases. Match whatever board you buy to the square window in the specifications below.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
92mm high (3.6 inch), 31mm base |
|
Queen |
65mm high (2.6 inch), 31mm base |
|
Bishop |
60mm high (2.3 inch), 27mm base |
|
Knight |
52mm high (2.0 inch), 26mm base |
|
Rook |
44mm high (1.7 inch), 26mm base |
|
Pawn |
40mm high (1.6 inch), 23mm base |
|
Dark pieces |
Dyed black camel bone |
|
Light pieces |
Camel bone |
|
King height |
92mm |
|
Recommended square size |
45mm to 50mm (1.77 inch to 1.97 inch) |
|
Total weight of pieces |
390 grams (0.86 lbs) |
|
Piece count |
32 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces
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.
These are camel bone chessmen made today, in a design that celebrates the elegance of early chess as it looked before the Staunton pattern of 1849. The king stands 92mm.
The king leads and the rest of the army sits well below it. That gap gives the board an obvious order, and there is never any question about which piece is the important one.
Only one of the two armies is dyed. The dark side is dyed black and the light side keeps the colour the bone arrives with, so the two halves are easy to tell apart across the board.
Handling is the quiet pleasure of this one. The proportions are settled and every piece is smooth to pick up, which counts for more over a long game than it sounds like it should.
You will find it with our reproduction chess pieces.
The proportions are what make this set. A tall king stands over a court that stays low, so the position organises itself as soon as you lay it out and the eye goes to the piece that matters.
The finish is what you notice with a piece in your hand. Every one of them is worked smooth and sits easily between the fingers, and that is the part that tells an hour into a game.
What the design gives you is early chess to look at. It celebrates that older idea of what a chess army should be, so setting the position out puts a bit of history in front of you every time.
None of that makes it an old set. These chessmen were handcrafted now, and the design behind them looks back at the pre-1849 period without having come out of it. What is old here is the look, and only the look.
These pieces suit mid sized boards, with squares of 45mm to 50mm. Either end will do, and the upper end is better if you are buying a board, because a king this tall shows well with air around it. Measure what you own first.
This is a set that gets used. The pieces are smooth to handle and sized so that picking one up and putting it down again is easy, and none of the shapes fight your fingers.
Reading the board is straightforward. The king is unmistakable at its full height, the court keeps a tighter order below it, and where two pieces come close you tell them apart by the head.
The weight is the honest part. 390 grams covers the whole army, so a piece lifts with almost no effort and a bumped table will move the position about.
It suits a collector as much as a player. The design celebrates early chess, and if the heritage in a set is half of why you buy one, that half is well covered here.
Looking after them is a simple job. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, which is what makes bone crack. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.
The tall king is what I would sell this set on.
A king that stands well clear of its own court is a real advantage at the board. You always know where it is, and in a scramble on the clock that is worth something.
Two things to be clear on before you order. It is a light army, and there are 32 pieces with no spare queen, so a promotion is going to need improvising.
Buy it if the early look appeals and you want a set you will actually use. If you want something heavier for weekly club games, our tournament chess pieces are the better place to look.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 45mm to 50mm, so a mid sized board. Either end of that window works. Choosing a new board, I would take the upper figure, because a king this tall looks better with room around it.
That is the colour camel bone comes in. The dye goes onto one army only, and it is black, so you are looking at one dyed side facing one that has been left alone.
That is the name of this design. It is a new set and not an old one: it celebrates early chess design and reflects the charm of the period before 1849, when the Staunton pattern had yet to fix what a chess piece looks like.
The whole army weighs 390 grams. Little enough that the pieces lift with no effort at all, and a steady table under the board helps.
32 chess pieces. What is in the box is listed in full below.
No, neither one is included. This listing is the chessmen on their own, so a board and a box are both separate purchases. Match whatever board you buy to the square window in the specifications below.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
92mm high (3.6 inch), 31mm base |
|
Queen |
65mm high (2.6 inch), 31mm base |
|
Bishop |
60mm high (2.3 inch), 27mm base |
|
Knight |
52mm high (2.0 inch), 26mm base |
|
Rook |
44mm high (1.7 inch), 26mm base |
|
Pawn |
40mm high (1.6 inch), 23mm base |
|
Dark pieces |
Dyed black camel bone |
|
Light pieces |
Camel bone |
|
King height |
92mm |
|
Recommended square size |
45mm to 50mm (1.77 inch to 1.97 inch) |
|
Total weight of pieces |
390 grams (0.86 lbs) |
|
Piece count |
32 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces
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.
