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The nobility had the pick of these patterns, and what drew them was the intricate carving and the uniqueness of the designs. This army is modelled on several of them, from the years before one standard shape won out.
This is a reproduction rather than a new design. The shapes are taken from chessmen that really existed, and it was the Staunton pattern arriving later that standardised what a chess piece looks like.
Both armies are camel bone. The light side is ivory white on either option, and what changes between them is the stain worked into the dark army.
The king stands 104mm and the set weighs 600 grams in total. They are light pieces to handle, and the lightness is what comes across before anything else does.
The listing lives in our reproduction chess pieces.
The point of this set is that it comes from before the pattern everybody now knows. Several of those older designs feed into it, so the shapes on the board are not the ones a club player reaches for without thinking.
The carving is where the work goes. Every piece carries meticulous carving, and that is not something a general hand gets right: it takes a master carver, and it takes patience.
One set can take more than a week to finish. That is a long time to spend on a single army, and it is why the detail holds up when a piece is lifted off the board and looked at closely.
Nothing about this set asks to be packed away between games. It will sit out on a table and give somebody something to look at, and for a set carved like this one that is a fair part of the point.
These pieces suit boards with squares of 50mm to 55mm. The king sits well inside his square even at the low end of that range, so there is no need to push towards the wider end of the window.
Nothing separates the two options except colour. Same pattern, same scale, same carving, same ivory white light army, and the stain on the dark army is the only thing you are actually deciding between.
The black option is stained camel bone against ivory white. That is the conventional pairing for chessmen, and it is the more restrained of the two.
Crimson is the less usual choice. The dark army is stained red instead of black, which warms the whole board and gives the set a look that has nothing to do with a tournament.
The short version is that this is a question of taste. Black is the traditional pairing. Crimson is the one to choose if tradition is not what you are after.
Looking after them takes very little, and the routine is the same for either colour. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.
The appeal for me is the age of the shapes. Set the board up and it looks like the game before anybody had agreed on what a chessman should be.
The carving is what I would point at. Over a week of one carver's time goes into a single army, and either that matters to a buyer or it does not. It is what I would be buying.
This is a light set and I would rather say so plainly. There is no heft in it, and anyone after a move that lands with some authority will not get that here.
The other thing to know is that none of these shapes follow the standard outline, and not everybody settles into that. If you want the familiar ones, our staunton chess pieces are where to look instead.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 50mm to 55mm. This king leaves clear board around him at both ends of that window, so you can match the set to a board you already have rather than buying one to fit.
It means the design comes from before the Staunton pattern became the standard. This set is modelled on several of those earlier designs, so the pieces do not follow the standard outline that came afterwards.
Only on the dark army, which is stained black on one option and crimson on the other. Both options share the same ivory white camel bone on the light side, and the carving is identical on each.
600 grams for all of it. The set is light to lift for a king of this height, so a move goes down quietly, and that is a thing to know before ordering.
32 chess pieces, with no spare queens. 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 |
104mm high (4.1 inch), 35mm base |
|
Pawn |
44mm high (1.7 inch), 23mm base |
|
Black & White option |
Black stained camel bone dark pieces, ivory white camel bone light pieces |
|
Crimson & White option |
Crimson stained camel bone dark pieces, ivory white camel bone light pieces |
|
King height, both colours |
104mm |
|
Recommended square size |
50mm to 55mm (1.96 inch to 2.16 inch) |
|
Total weight of pieces |
600 grams (1.33 lbs) |
|
Piece count |
32 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in the colour you select, a complete army on each side and no spare queens
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.
The nobility had the pick of these patterns, and what drew them was the intricate carving and the uniqueness of the designs. This army is modelled on several of them, from the years before one standard shape won out.
This is a reproduction rather than a new design. The shapes are taken from chessmen that really existed, and it was the Staunton pattern arriving later that standardised what a chess piece looks like.
Both armies are camel bone. The light side is ivory white on either option, and what changes between them is the stain worked into the dark army.
The king stands 104mm and the set weighs 600 grams in total. They are light pieces to handle, and the lightness is what comes across before anything else does.
The listing lives in our reproduction chess pieces.
The point of this set is that it comes from before the pattern everybody now knows. Several of those older designs feed into it, so the shapes on the board are not the ones a club player reaches for without thinking.
The carving is where the work goes. Every piece carries meticulous carving, and that is not something a general hand gets right: it takes a master carver, and it takes patience.
One set can take more than a week to finish. That is a long time to spend on a single army, and it is why the detail holds up when a piece is lifted off the board and looked at closely.
Nothing about this set asks to be packed away between games. It will sit out on a table and give somebody something to look at, and for a set carved like this one that is a fair part of the point.
These pieces suit boards with squares of 50mm to 55mm. The king sits well inside his square even at the low end of that range, so there is no need to push towards the wider end of the window.
Nothing separates the two options except colour. Same pattern, same scale, same carving, same ivory white light army, and the stain on the dark army is the only thing you are actually deciding between.
The black option is stained camel bone against ivory white. That is the conventional pairing for chessmen, and it is the more restrained of the two.
Crimson is the less usual choice. The dark army is stained red instead of black, which warms the whole board and gives the set a look that has nothing to do with a tournament.
The short version is that this is a question of taste. Black is the traditional pairing. Crimson is the one to choose if tradition is not what you are after.
Looking after them takes very little, and the routine is the same for either colour. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.
The appeal for me is the age of the shapes. Set the board up and it looks like the game before anybody had agreed on what a chessman should be.
The carving is what I would point at. Over a week of one carver's time goes into a single army, and either that matters to a buyer or it does not. It is what I would be buying.
This is a light set and I would rather say so plainly. There is no heft in it, and anyone after a move that lands with some authority will not get that here.
The other thing to know is that none of these shapes follow the standard outline, and not everybody settles into that. If you want the familiar ones, our staunton chess pieces are where to look instead.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 50mm to 55mm. This king leaves clear board around him at both ends of that window, so you can match the set to a board you already have rather than buying one to fit.
It means the design comes from before the Staunton pattern became the standard. This set is modelled on several of those earlier designs, so the pieces do not follow the standard outline that came afterwards.
Only on the dark army, which is stained black on one option and crimson on the other. Both options share the same ivory white camel bone on the light side, and the carving is identical on each.
600 grams for all of it. The set is light to lift for a king of this height, so a move goes down quietly, and that is a thing to know before ordering.
32 chess pieces, with no spare queens. 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 |
104mm high (4.1 inch), 35mm base |
|
Pawn |
44mm high (1.7 inch), 23mm base |
|
Black & White option |
Black stained camel bone dark pieces, ivory white camel bone light pieces |
|
Crimson & White option |
Crimson stained camel bone dark pieces, ivory white camel bone light pieces |
|
King height, both colours |
104mm |
|
Recommended square size |
50mm to 55mm (1.96 inch to 2.16 inch) |
|
Total weight of pieces |
600 grams (1.33 lbs) |
|
Piece count |
32 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in the colour you select, a complete army on each side and no spare queens
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.
