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Leningrad Staunton 101mm Chess Pieces

Leningrad Staunton 101mm Chess Pieces

by Sterling Chess
$379.00

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Description

Leningrad Staunton 101mm Chess Pieces

The Leningrad is an evolved variation of the Russian Zagreb chessmen, and it is offered here in three timbers, each set against boxwood.

It is a sturdy pattern with nothing delicate on it, and that is the whole character of the thing. Every piece is drawn broad and plain, and there is no fine detail sitting there waiting to be chipped.

The shapes were inspired by the championship sets sold in the middle of the twentieth century. Underneath it stays Staunton, carrying an elegance that belongs to Soviet design.

The three options are one army in three colours. Heights, bases, weight and the square window all match across them, so choosing here is choosing a look and nothing else.

You will find it in our reproduction chess pieces.

 Rosewood and boxwood Leningrad Staunton chessmen

Key features

  • A 101mm king across all three timbers, which puts this army at full club playing scale
  • Staunton underneath, with an elegance of Soviet design, grown out of the Russian Zagreb chessmen
  • Three timbers on one pattern: rosewood, golden rosewood or ebonised boxwood, each set against boxwood
  • A sturdy profile with nothing delicate on it, so there is no fine detail waiting to be chipped
  • 1,340 grams across the set, so a piece lands where you put it and stays there
  • Heights, bases and the square window match across the three options, so the only choice left is colour
  • Cut for large squares, and the window is the same whichever of the three timbers you pick
  • 34 chess pieces supplied, with no board and no storage box, so both of those are chosen separately

About the pieces

Sturdiness is the first thing to register. The outline is plain and solid from the crown all the way down, and there is nothing fine or fussy anywhere on it, which is exactly what this pattern was drawn to be.

That is not the same as being plain to look at. The shapes are clean and confident, and the army takes on a settled, serious look the moment it is set out on a board.

There is real mass here for the height. A piece comes down with some authority and it does not shuffle when someone knocks the table, which is what you want from a set you actually play on.

The honest note is about that same plainness. There is little to study close up, and anyone hoping for an ornate knight or a decorated crown will find this army reserved.

These pieces suit larger boards, with squares of 55mm to 60mm, and the tighter end of that window is the one that flatters them. The feet on this pattern are modest for the height, so even the smaller square keeps clear board around the army.

 Ebonised boxwood Leningrad Staunton chessmen, 101mm king

Choosing between the three timbers

Rosewood against boxwood is the deepest of the three. The dark army is a rich reddish brown, and the boxwood answers it cleanly at every distance.

Golden rosewood against boxwood is the warmest. The dark side is a honey brown, and the contrast between the two armies is the gentlest of the three.

Ebonised boxwood against boxwood is the most formal. The dark side is brought to a near black, so the two armies separate at a glance and the outlines read from across a room.

If you cannot decide, think about the room. Ebonised suits a bright space and a long viewing distance, golden rosewood suits a warm one lit by lamps, and rosewood is happy in either.

Settle the board before you order. Measure the squares on the board you already own against the window below, and budget for a new board if the numbers do not land inside it.

Looking after them is the same simple job whichever you choose. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, which is what makes hardwood check. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.

Our expert take

What I like about the Leningrad is that it does not try very hard.

It is a broad, plain, well proportioned army with a Soviet accent, and because there is nothing delicate on it you can move it around a table for years without ever worrying about it.

Be clear about what arrives. This is the chessmen only, with no board and no box, and it is a heavy set that wants a table it can stay on. Anyone after something more decorated should start in our luxury chess pieces instead.

- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess

 Golden rosewood and boxwood Leningrad Staunton chessmen

Frequently asked questions
What square size do these pieces need?

Squares of 55mm to 60mm. If the board is still to be bought, the tighter end is the better match, because this army does not need much room around its feet to look right.

Does the timber change anything other than colour?

No. All three options share the same heights, the same bases, the same weight and the same square window, so what separates them is colour alone.

How heavy is the set?

1,340 grams for the full set. There is enough mass in it that a piece stays where you leave it and the array does not creep about during a long game.

What is the Leningrad pattern?

The Russian Zagreb design, carried a step further. In practice that means a broad, sturdy Staunton outline with a Soviet accent, drawn without fine detail, and an easy set to live with.

How many pieces are supplied?

34 chess pieces. What is in the box is listed in full below.

Is a board or a storage box included?

No, neither is included. This listing is the chessmen alone, so a board and a box are separate purchases; match a board to the square window in the specifications below.
Specifications

Spec

Detail

King

101mm high (4.0 inch), 42mm base

Queen

82mm high (3.2 inch), 38mm base

Bishop

76mm high (3.0 inch), 36mm base

Knight

68mm high (2.7 inch), 36mm base

Rook

57mm high (2.2 inch), 36mm base

Pawn

53mm high (2.1 inch), 31mm base

Rosewood option

Rosewood dark pieces, boxwood light pieces

Golden Rosewood option

Golden rosewood dark pieces, boxwood light pieces

Ebonised option

Ebonised boxwood dark pieces, boxwood light pieces

King height, all timbers

101mm

Recommended square size

55mm to 60mm (2.16 inch to 2.36 inch)

Total weight of pieces

1,340 grams (3.0 lbs)

Piece count

34

Chess board

Not included
What's In The Box?

34 chess pieces in the timber option you select
Chess board not included
Storage box not included

Warranty

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.

FREE Shipping

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.

100 Day FREE Returns

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.

Why Buy From Us?

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.

Description

Leningrad Staunton 101mm Chess Pieces

The Leningrad is an evolved variation of the Russian Zagreb chessmen, and it is offered here in three timbers, each set against boxwood.

It is a sturdy pattern with nothing delicate on it, and that is the whole character of the thing. Every piece is drawn broad and plain, and there is no fine detail sitting there waiting to be chipped.

The shapes were inspired by the championship sets sold in the middle of the twentieth century. Underneath it stays Staunton, carrying an elegance that belongs to Soviet design.

The three options are one army in three colours. Heights, bases, weight and the square window all match across them, so choosing here is choosing a look and nothing else.

You will find it in our reproduction chess pieces.

 Rosewood and boxwood Leningrad Staunton chessmen

Key features

  • A 101mm king across all three timbers, which puts this army at full club playing scale
  • Staunton underneath, with an elegance of Soviet design, grown out of the Russian Zagreb chessmen
  • Three timbers on one pattern: rosewood, golden rosewood or ebonised boxwood, each set against boxwood
  • A sturdy profile with nothing delicate on it, so there is no fine detail waiting to be chipped
  • 1,340 grams across the set, so a piece lands where you put it and stays there
  • Heights, bases and the square window match across the three options, so the only choice left is colour
  • Cut for large squares, and the window is the same whichever of the three timbers you pick
  • 34 chess pieces supplied, with no board and no storage box, so both of those are chosen separately

About the pieces

Sturdiness is the first thing to register. The outline is plain and solid from the crown all the way down, and there is nothing fine or fussy anywhere on it, which is exactly what this pattern was drawn to be.

That is not the same as being plain to look at. The shapes are clean and confident, and the army takes on a settled, serious look the moment it is set out on a board.

There is real mass here for the height. A piece comes down with some authority and it does not shuffle when someone knocks the table, which is what you want from a set you actually play on.

The honest note is about that same plainness. There is little to study close up, and anyone hoping for an ornate knight or a decorated crown will find this army reserved.

These pieces suit larger boards, with squares of 55mm to 60mm, and the tighter end of that window is the one that flatters them. The feet on this pattern are modest for the height, so even the smaller square keeps clear board around the army.

 Ebonised boxwood Leningrad Staunton chessmen, 101mm king

Choosing between the three timbers

Rosewood against boxwood is the deepest of the three. The dark army is a rich reddish brown, and the boxwood answers it cleanly at every distance.

Golden rosewood against boxwood is the warmest. The dark side is a honey brown, and the contrast between the two armies is the gentlest of the three.

Ebonised boxwood against boxwood is the most formal. The dark side is brought to a near black, so the two armies separate at a glance and the outlines read from across a room.

If you cannot decide, think about the room. Ebonised suits a bright space and a long viewing distance, golden rosewood suits a warm one lit by lamps, and rosewood is happy in either.

Settle the board before you order. Measure the squares on the board you already own against the window below, and budget for a new board if the numbers do not land inside it.

Looking after them is the same simple job whichever you choose. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, which is what makes hardwood check. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.

Our expert take

What I like about the Leningrad is that it does not try very hard.

It is a broad, plain, well proportioned army with a Soviet accent, and because there is nothing delicate on it you can move it around a table for years without ever worrying about it.

Be clear about what arrives. This is the chessmen only, with no board and no box, and it is a heavy set that wants a table it can stay on. Anyone after something more decorated should start in our luxury chess pieces instead.

- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess

 Golden rosewood and boxwood Leningrad Staunton chessmen

Frequently asked questions
What square size do these pieces need?

Squares of 55mm to 60mm. If the board is still to be bought, the tighter end is the better match, because this army does not need much room around its feet to look right.

Does the timber change anything other than colour?

No. All three options share the same heights, the same bases, the same weight and the same square window, so what separates them is colour alone.

How heavy is the set?

1,340 grams for the full set. There is enough mass in it that a piece stays where you leave it and the array does not creep about during a long game.

What is the Leningrad pattern?

The Russian Zagreb design, carried a step further. In practice that means a broad, sturdy Staunton outline with a Soviet accent, drawn without fine detail, and an easy set to live with.

How many pieces are supplied?

34 chess pieces. What is in the box is listed in full below.

Is a board or a storage box included?

No, neither is included. This listing is the chessmen alone, so a board and a box are separate purchases; match a board to the square window in the specifications below.
Specifications

Spec

Detail

King

101mm high (4.0 inch), 42mm base

Queen

82mm high (3.2 inch), 38mm base

Bishop

76mm high (3.0 inch), 36mm base

Knight

68mm high (2.7 inch), 36mm base

Rook

57mm high (2.2 inch), 36mm base

Pawn

53mm high (2.1 inch), 31mm base

Rosewood option

Rosewood dark pieces, boxwood light pieces

Golden Rosewood option

Golden rosewood dark pieces, boxwood light pieces

Ebonised option

Ebonised boxwood dark pieces, boxwood light pieces

King height, all timbers

101mm

Recommended square size

55mm to 60mm (2.16 inch to 2.36 inch)

Total weight of pieces

1,340 grams (3.0 lbs)

Piece count

34

Chess board

Not included
What's In The Box?

34 chess pieces in the timber option you select
Chess board not included
Storage box not included

Warranty

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.

FREE Shipping

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.

100 Day FREE Returns

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.

Why Buy From Us?

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.