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Sterling Chess Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces in bud rosewood and boxwood, 80mm king

Meghdoot Staunton 80mm Chess Pieces

by Sterling Chess
$349.00

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Description

Meghdoot Staunton 80mm Chess Pieces

This is the smallest Staunton set we carry that is still a proper weighted timber set rather than a travel compromise. An 80mm king, a 32mm base, 870g across 34 pieces, and an iron stud in every base.

The proportions hold together at the reduced scale. The king and queen share a 32mm base, the bishop and knight sit level at 62mm on 28mm bases, and the pawn comes in at 49mm. Nothing is thickened to survive the shrink, which is what usually spoils a small set.

The bases are finished with leather pads rather than felt. Bud rosewood or genuine ebony against boxwood, in our Staunton chess pieces.

 Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces in bud rosewood and boxwood, 80mm king

Key features

  • 80mm (3.14 inch) king on a 32mm base, sized for 45mm to 55mm squares
  • Choice of bud rosewood or genuine ebony, both paired with boxwood
  • Weighted with an iron stud set into every base
  • 870g across the full set, compact without being a travel set
  • Leather base pads rather than the usual green felt
  • Bishop and knight level at 62mm on matched 28mm bases
  • 34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion
  • Buff polished in several layers for a durable finish

How the Meghdoot compares to other Staunton chess pieces

Small chess sets usually go one of two ways. Either everything shrinks proportionally, which gives a delicate set that tips easily, or the bases are kept wide while the heights come down, which gives a squat set that looks wrong.

This one shrinks honestly. A 32mm base under an 80mm king is a ratio of 40 percent, right in the normal band, so it looks like a full sized set seen from further away rather than a miniature. The iron weighting keeps it stable at that scale.

What it cannot give you is presence. At 870g and 80mm this will never dominate a room the way a 110mm luxury set does. It is the right answer for a small table, a bookshelf, or a board you want to leave set up without it taking over. Compare against the full sized options in the Staunton chess pieces.

 Genuine ebony and boxwood Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces

Shrinking a Staunton set honestly

The hard part of a small chess set is the knight. Carved detail does not scale down freely: at some point the mane, the muzzle and the ears stop being separable and become a suggestion. Turned pieces have the opposite problem, where collars and rings that read well at full size disappear when reduced.

The approach here is to keep the proportions and accept less detail rather than to thicken features so they survive. That is why the bishop and knight sit level at 62mm on matched bases, and why the officers are plain. The set reads correctly at a glance, which is the test that matters.

Leather pads and an iron stud

Almost every set in our range uses thick green felt on the base. This one uses leather. Leather is thinner, harder wearing and slides more smoothly on a timber board, and it does not compress and flatten the way felt does after a few years of use.

Underneath sits an iron stud, which is where the 870g comes from. On a set this size the weighting matters more than it would at full scale, because a small piece with no ballast is genuinely easy to knock. The result is a compact set that still sits down with a proper thud.

 Hand carved knight on the Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces

Choosing a board for a 32mm base

The 32mm king base gives a range of 45mm to 55mm squares. At 45mm the set is compact and the board stays small, which is the point of buying at this size. At 55mm the pieces will look sparse on a full sized board, though it does no harm.

No board ships with these pieces. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size so you can find the smaller boards directly.

Our expert take

Small sets are usually a compromise and this one mostly is not. Keeping the base to height ratio in the normal band means it reads as a proper Staunton rather than a miniature, and the iron weighting solves the stability problem that ruins most small sets. The leather base pads are a genuine upgrade over felt for durability. The honest limits are scale: the knight carries less detail than a full sized set can, and at 870g it will never have presence on a table. Buy it for a small board or a shelf, not as your main set.

- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess

 Compact Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces with a 32mm king base

Frequently asked questions
What size board do these need?

Squares of 45mm to 55mm, from the 32mm king base. 45mm to 50mm keeps the set compact, which is usually the reason to buy at this size.

Which timber should I choose?

Dimensions and carving are identical. Bud rosewood is a deep figured reddish brown with moderate contrast against the boxwood. Genuine ebony is near black and uniform for the highest contrast.

Why leather pads instead of felt?

Leather is thinner, harder wearing and slides more smoothly on a timber board. It also does not compress and flatten the way felt does over years of use.

Is this a travel set?

No. It is a compact full specification set with iron weighting and 34 pieces. It is smaller than a tournament set but it is not a folding or magnetic travel set. Those are elsewhere in our chess pieces collection.

Is a chess board or storage box included?

No. 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.
Specifications

Spec

Detail

King height

80mm (3.14 inch)

King base diameter

32mm (1.2 inch)

Queen height

70mm (2.7 inch)

Queen base diameter

32mm (1.2 inch)

Bishop height

62mm (2.4 inch)

Knight height

62mm (2.4 inch)

Rook height

53mm (2.0 inch)

Officer base diameter

28mm (1.1 inch), bishop, knight and rook

Pawn height

49mm (1.9 inch)

Pawn base diameter

25mm (1.0 inch)

Dark pieces

Bud rosewood (Dalbergia oliveri) or genuine ebony, by option

Light pieces

Boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)

Weighting

Weighted with an iron stud in each base, leather base pads

Finish

Buff polished in several layers

Piece count

34, including two spare queens

Total set weight

870g approximate

Recommended square size

45mm to 55mm

Origin

Hand carved in India

Board

Not included
What's In The Box?

32 chess pieces in the timber option you select
2 spare queens, one per colour
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

Meghdoot Staunton 80mm Chess Pieces

This is the smallest Staunton set we carry that is still a proper weighted timber set rather than a travel compromise. An 80mm king, a 32mm base, 870g across 34 pieces, and an iron stud in every base.

The proportions hold together at the reduced scale. The king and queen share a 32mm base, the bishop and knight sit level at 62mm on 28mm bases, and the pawn comes in at 49mm. Nothing is thickened to survive the shrink, which is what usually spoils a small set.

The bases are finished with leather pads rather than felt. Bud rosewood or genuine ebony against boxwood, in our Staunton chess pieces.

 Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces in bud rosewood and boxwood, 80mm king

Key features

  • 80mm (3.14 inch) king on a 32mm base, sized for 45mm to 55mm squares
  • Choice of bud rosewood or genuine ebony, both paired with boxwood
  • Weighted with an iron stud set into every base
  • 870g across the full set, compact without being a travel set
  • Leather base pads rather than the usual green felt
  • Bishop and knight level at 62mm on matched 28mm bases
  • 34 pieces including two spare queens for effortless pawn promotion
  • Buff polished in several layers for a durable finish

How the Meghdoot compares to other Staunton chess pieces

Small chess sets usually go one of two ways. Either everything shrinks proportionally, which gives a delicate set that tips easily, or the bases are kept wide while the heights come down, which gives a squat set that looks wrong.

This one shrinks honestly. A 32mm base under an 80mm king is a ratio of 40 percent, right in the normal band, so it looks like a full sized set seen from further away rather than a miniature. The iron weighting keeps it stable at that scale.

What it cannot give you is presence. At 870g and 80mm this will never dominate a room the way a 110mm luxury set does. It is the right answer for a small table, a bookshelf, or a board you want to leave set up without it taking over. Compare against the full sized options in the Staunton chess pieces.

 Genuine ebony and boxwood Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces

Shrinking a Staunton set honestly

The hard part of a small chess set is the knight. Carved detail does not scale down freely: at some point the mane, the muzzle and the ears stop being separable and become a suggestion. Turned pieces have the opposite problem, where collars and rings that read well at full size disappear when reduced.

The approach here is to keep the proportions and accept less detail rather than to thicken features so they survive. That is why the bishop and knight sit level at 62mm on matched bases, and why the officers are plain. The set reads correctly at a glance, which is the test that matters.

Leather pads and an iron stud

Almost every set in our range uses thick green felt on the base. This one uses leather. Leather is thinner, harder wearing and slides more smoothly on a timber board, and it does not compress and flatten the way felt does after a few years of use.

Underneath sits an iron stud, which is where the 870g comes from. On a set this size the weighting matters more than it would at full scale, because a small piece with no ballast is genuinely easy to knock. The result is a compact set that still sits down with a proper thud.

 Hand carved knight on the Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces

Choosing a board for a 32mm base

The 32mm king base gives a range of 45mm to 55mm squares. At 45mm the set is compact and the board stays small, which is the point of buying at this size. At 55mm the pieces will look sparse on a full sized board, though it does no harm.

No board ships with these pieces. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size so you can find the smaller boards directly.

Our expert take

Small sets are usually a compromise and this one mostly is not. Keeping the base to height ratio in the normal band means it reads as a proper Staunton rather than a miniature, and the iron weighting solves the stability problem that ruins most small sets. The leather base pads are a genuine upgrade over felt for durability. The honest limits are scale: the knight carries less detail than a full sized set can, and at 870g it will never have presence on a table. Buy it for a small board or a shelf, not as your main set.

- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess

 Compact Meghdoot Staunton chess pieces with a 32mm king base

Frequently asked questions
What size board do these need?

Squares of 45mm to 55mm, from the 32mm king base. 45mm to 50mm keeps the set compact, which is usually the reason to buy at this size.

Which timber should I choose?

Dimensions and carving are identical. Bud rosewood is a deep figured reddish brown with moderate contrast against the boxwood. Genuine ebony is near black and uniform for the highest contrast.

Why leather pads instead of felt?

Leather is thinner, harder wearing and slides more smoothly on a timber board. It also does not compress and flatten the way felt does over years of use.

Is this a travel set?

No. It is a compact full specification set with iron weighting and 34 pieces. It is smaller than a tournament set but it is not a folding or magnetic travel set. Those are elsewhere in our chess pieces collection.

Is a chess board or storage box included?

No. 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.
Specifications

Spec

Detail

King height

80mm (3.14 inch)

King base diameter

32mm (1.2 inch)

Queen height

70mm (2.7 inch)

Queen base diameter

32mm (1.2 inch)

Bishop height

62mm (2.4 inch)

Knight height

62mm (2.4 inch)

Rook height

53mm (2.0 inch)

Officer base diameter

28mm (1.1 inch), bishop, knight and rook

Pawn height

49mm (1.9 inch)

Pawn base diameter

25mm (1.0 inch)

Dark pieces

Bud rosewood (Dalbergia oliveri) or genuine ebony, by option

Light pieces

Boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)

Weighting

Weighted with an iron stud in each base, leather base pads

Finish

Buff polished in several layers

Piece count

34, including two spare queens

Total set weight

870g approximate

Recommended square size

45mm to 55mm

Origin

Hand carved in India

Board

Not included
What's In The Box?

32 chess pieces in the timber option you select
2 spare queens, one per colour
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.