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The knight is what the Colombian series is built around: a broad, heavy head with a thick neck and a squared jaw, deliberately more solid than the fine-boned knights on most luxury patterns. It sets the tone for the whole set, which runs to a 99mm king on an unusually wide 42mm base.
The board is the other half of the purchase and it is not a plain one. Fifty five centimetres across in red ash burl against maple, a veneer construction that gives the dark squares a swirled, figured grain rather than a flat colour.
Bud rosewood against boxwood on the pieces, 1,200g of them. It sits in our luxury chess pieces collection.
The same Colombian pattern is listed separately as pieces only. If you already own a board with 55mm squares, that is the cheaper route.
What this adds is a board most people would not pair with the set themselves. Red ash burl is a figured veneer: the dark squares carry a swirling, knotted grain that changes across the board rather than reading as one uniform tone. It is a decorative choice rather than a practical one, and it works because the pieces are plain enough not to compete.
Fifty five millimetre squares against a 42mm king base is a correct fit rather than a generous one, which suits a set with this much bulk low down. Other boards sit across our chess boards collection.
Ninety nine millimetres is an ordinary height. Forty two millimetres is not an ordinary base to put under it: most sets at this height sit on 38mm or 40mm. The extra few millimetres change the character of the whole back rank, which reads as planted rather than poised.
It also means the board choice matters more than usual. On 50mm squares this set would crowd badly. The 55mm squares supplied here give each piece room without leaving the board looking sparse, which is why the pairing is worth having rather than assembling yourself.
Bud rosewood is a figured cut taken from around the growth buds of the tree, which is why the grain swirls rather than running straight. Every piece is slightly different and the colour ranges from warm red brown to a deeper purple brown depending on how the light falls.
The board's red ash burl is the same idea applied to a veneer: a thin figured face laid over a stable core. Veneer is what makes a 55cm board possible at 12mm and under 3kg. It is not solid timber and does not pretend to be, but it is how decorative boards at this size are made.
Thirty four pieces including two spare queens, plus the 55cm board. No storage box is included. The set weighs 4,150g all up, with 1,200g of that in the pieces.
Weighting is added by hand and the board is handmade, so weights vary by around ten per cent. Neither is waterproof or UV resistant, so keep the set out of direct sun. The pattern is also listed as pieces only across our chess pieces collection.
This is a well matched pairing rather than a set of pieces with any old board attached. The Colombian knight is genuinely distinctive, broader and heavier in the head than most luxury patterns, and the wide 42mm base gives the back rank a planted, substantial look that suits it. The red ash burl board is the part that will divide opinion: figured veneer is decorative, and if you prefer a quiet board that stays out of the way, this is not it. What I would not do is buy this expecting solid timber underfoot. Twelve millimetres and under 3kg tells you it is veneer over a core, which is how a decorative 55cm board gets made at all. Judge it on the figure and the pairing, both of which are good.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
55cm x 55cm with 55mm squares, 12mm thick and around 2,950g, in red ash burl and maple veneer.
Forty two millimetres under a 99mm king is wider than most sets at this height, which usually run 38mm to 40mm. It gives the back rank a planted look and it is why the set wants 55mm squares rather than 50mm.
A figured cut taken from around the growth buds of the tree, so the grain swirls rather than running straight. It ranges from warm red brown to deeper purple brown and no two pieces look identical.
No. It is a figured veneer face over a stable core, which is what allows a 55cm board at 12mm and under 3kg. The pieces are solid timber throughout.
No. This listing is the 34 pieces and the board only. Storage boxes are sold separately.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
99mm (3.89 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
42mm (1.65 inch) |
|
Queen height |
81mm (3.18 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
39mm (1.53 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
70mm (2.75 inch) |
|
Knight height |
67mm (2.63 inch) |
|
Rook height |
52mm (2.04 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
48mm (1.88 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
35mm (1.37 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Dark pieces |
Bud rosewood |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Weighted, thick green felt on every base |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Chess pieces weight |
1,200g approximate |
|
Board size |
55cm x 55cm (21.6 inch) |
|
Board square size |
55mm (2.16 inch) |
|
Board thickness |
12mm |
|
Board construction |
Red ash burl and maple veneer, 2,950g |
|
Total set weight |
4,150g approximate |
|
Pieces origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
One 55cm red ash burl and maple chess board with 55mm squares
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.
The knight is what the Colombian series is built around: a broad, heavy head with a thick neck and a squared jaw, deliberately more solid than the fine-boned knights on most luxury patterns. It sets the tone for the whole set, which runs to a 99mm king on an unusually wide 42mm base.
The board is the other half of the purchase and it is not a plain one. Fifty five centimetres across in red ash burl against maple, a veneer construction that gives the dark squares a swirled, figured grain rather than a flat colour.
Bud rosewood against boxwood on the pieces, 1,200g of them. It sits in our luxury chess pieces collection.
The same Colombian pattern is listed separately as pieces only. If you already own a board with 55mm squares, that is the cheaper route.
What this adds is a board most people would not pair with the set themselves. Red ash burl is a figured veneer: the dark squares carry a swirling, knotted grain that changes across the board rather than reading as one uniform tone. It is a decorative choice rather than a practical one, and it works because the pieces are plain enough not to compete.
Fifty five millimetre squares against a 42mm king base is a correct fit rather than a generous one, which suits a set with this much bulk low down. Other boards sit across our chess boards collection.
Ninety nine millimetres is an ordinary height. Forty two millimetres is not an ordinary base to put under it: most sets at this height sit on 38mm or 40mm. The extra few millimetres change the character of the whole back rank, which reads as planted rather than poised.
It also means the board choice matters more than usual. On 50mm squares this set would crowd badly. The 55mm squares supplied here give each piece room without leaving the board looking sparse, which is why the pairing is worth having rather than assembling yourself.
Bud rosewood is a figured cut taken from around the growth buds of the tree, which is why the grain swirls rather than running straight. Every piece is slightly different and the colour ranges from warm red brown to a deeper purple brown depending on how the light falls.
The board's red ash burl is the same idea applied to a veneer: a thin figured face laid over a stable core. Veneer is what makes a 55cm board possible at 12mm and under 3kg. It is not solid timber and does not pretend to be, but it is how decorative boards at this size are made.
Thirty four pieces including two spare queens, plus the 55cm board. No storage box is included. The set weighs 4,150g all up, with 1,200g of that in the pieces.
Weighting is added by hand and the board is handmade, so weights vary by around ten per cent. Neither is waterproof or UV resistant, so keep the set out of direct sun. The pattern is also listed as pieces only across our chess pieces collection.
This is a well matched pairing rather than a set of pieces with any old board attached. The Colombian knight is genuinely distinctive, broader and heavier in the head than most luxury patterns, and the wide 42mm base gives the back rank a planted, substantial look that suits it. The red ash burl board is the part that will divide opinion: figured veneer is decorative, and if you prefer a quiet board that stays out of the way, this is not it. What I would not do is buy this expecting solid timber underfoot. Twelve millimetres and under 3kg tells you it is veneer over a core, which is how a decorative 55cm board gets made at all. Judge it on the figure and the pairing, both of which are good.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
55cm x 55cm with 55mm squares, 12mm thick and around 2,950g, in red ash burl and maple veneer.
Forty two millimetres under a 99mm king is wider than most sets at this height, which usually run 38mm to 40mm. It gives the back rank a planted look and it is why the set wants 55mm squares rather than 50mm.
A figured cut taken from around the growth buds of the tree, so the grain swirls rather than running straight. It ranges from warm red brown to deeper purple brown and no two pieces look identical.
No. It is a figured veneer face over a stable core, which is what allows a 55cm board at 12mm and under 3kg. The pieces are solid timber throughout.
No. This listing is the 34 pieces and the board only. Storage boxes are sold separately.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
99mm (3.89 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
42mm (1.65 inch) |
|
Queen height |
81mm (3.18 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
39mm (1.53 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
70mm (2.75 inch) |
|
Knight height |
67mm (2.63 inch) |
|
Rook height |
52mm (2.04 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
48mm (1.88 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
35mm (1.37 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Dark pieces |
Bud rosewood |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Weighted, thick green felt on every base |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Chess pieces weight |
1,200g approximate |
|
Board size |
55cm x 55cm (21.6 inch) |
|
Board square size |
55mm (2.16 inch) |
|
Board thickness |
12mm |
|
Board construction |
Red ash burl and maple veneer, 2,950g |
|
Total set weight |
4,150g approximate |
|
Pieces origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
One 55cm red ash burl and maple chess board with 55mm squares
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.
