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The 1849 pattern is the design every Staunton set since has been measured against, and reproductions of it usually arrive in timber: ebony, rosewood, or boxwood left to show its grain. This one is painted. Crimson on the dark side, ivory white on the light, over boxwood throughout.
The dimensions are the faithful part. A 115mm king stands on a 48mm base, and the queen, bishop, knight and rook all share a single 43mm foot, which is how the original pattern was turned. The pieces are heavily weighted with lead, 1,750g across the 34 of them.
A 48cm board comes with them, in red ash burl and maple, borderless and finished hi-gloss. It sits in our reproduction chess sets collection.
The same 115mm pattern is listed as pieces alone, offered either in genuine ebony with antiqued boxwood or in this painted crimson and ivory white. If you already play on 60mm squares, the 1849 Original Staunton pieces at 115mm is the more direct purchase and the carving is identical.
What this listing adds is the board, and 60mm squares are a specialist size rather than something most households have in a cupboard. The one supplied is borderless, so the playing grid runs to the edge of the panel with no frame of contrasting timber around it. That is a noticeably cleaner look than the bordered boards usually paired with a set this size.
Against the timber finishes, the painted pair reads faster at a distance and under poor light, because colour is doing the work instead of grain. What it gives up is figure, since there is nothing to look into on either side. Both approaches sit within our luxury chess sets collection.
Painted chess pieces carry a reputation as the budget option, and that comes from modern mass produced sets rather than from the finish itself. Here both sides are boxwood, a dense close grained timber that takes a hard painted surface cleanly, and the crimson is a deep saturated red rather than a bright one.
On the board the effect is legibility. Crimson against ivory white separates at a glance across a room, under a lamp, or in a photograph, in a way that a dark timber against a pale one does not always manage. The trade is grain: the pieces are judged on form alone, and the 1849 form is worth judging.
Most boards frame the playing grid in a band of contrasting timber. This one does not. Sixty millimetre squares in red ash burl and maple run edge to edge across a 48cm panel, so the surface is all playing area and the set sits on it without a margin. It is a spare, modern look that suits painted pieces better than a heavy border would.
The finish is hi-gloss, on a veneer construction at 13mm and 2,250g, made in Spain. Red ash burl gives the dark squares a swirling figure rather than a flat brown, and against maple the contrast stays high. Gloss does throw more light back than a matte surface, so think about where the lamp sits before you settle the board on a table.
The 48mm king base is what sets the square size, not the 115mm height. Sixty millimetre squares give the royal pair room at the start of a game, and because six of the eight back rank pieces share the same 43mm foot, the rank fills evenly instead of crowding at one end.
Thirty four pieces including two spare queens, plus the 48cm board. No storage box. The pieces weigh 1,750g and the board 2,250g, so 4,000g arrives in total. Other sizes and finishes sit across our chess boards collection.
The board is the reason to look at this one: borderless, hi-gloss, red ash burl against maple, and a genuinely different object from the matte bordered boards that usually ship with a reproduction set. The pieces are faithful where it counts, with a 48mm king base and matched 43mm officer bases, which is how the 1849 pattern was actually turned. Two honest limits: the board is a 13mm veneer, so it is a playing surface rather than furniture, and a gloss surface shows fingerprints and throws lamp glare where a matte one does not. Buy it if you want the earliest Staunton pattern in high contrast on a clean modern surface, and choose one of the timber finishes instead if you want grain to look into.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
48cm x 48cm with 60mm squares, 13mm thick and around 2,250g, in red ash burl and maple veneer with a hi-gloss finish. It is borderless and made in Spain.
The playing grid runs to the edge of the panel with no frame of contrasting timber around it. The whole surface is playing area, which gives a spare, modern look under a set.
Painted. Both sides are boxwood, finished crimson on the dark pieces and ivory white on the light, so the colour sits as a hard surface over the timber rather than soaking into it.
The pieces weigh around 1,750g and the board around 2,250g, so 4,000g in total. The pieces are heavily weighted with lead.
No. This listing is the 34 pieces and the 48cm board only.
Players and collectors who want the original Staunton proportions with a high contrast pair that reads easily under a lamp or in a photograph. It sits among our wood chess sets collection.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
115mm (4.52 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
48mm (1.88 inch) |
|
Queen height |
89mm |
|
Bishop height |
77mm |
|
Knight height |
71mm |
|
Rook height |
63mm |
|
Officer base diameter |
43mm (1.69 inch), queen, bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
50mm |
|
Pawn base diameter |
34mm (1.33 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Painted crimson boxwood |
|
Light pieces |
Ivory white boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Heavily weighted with lead |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Chess pieces weight |
1,750g approximate |
|
Board size |
48cm x 48cm (18.8 inch) |
|
Board square size |
60mm (2.36 inch) |
|
Board thickness |
13mm |
|
Board construction |
Red ash burl and maple veneer, borderless, hi-gloss finish, 2,250g |
|
Board origin |
Made in Spain |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Total set weight |
4,000g approximate |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
One 48cm red ash burl and maple chess board with 60mm 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 1849 pattern is the design every Staunton set since has been measured against, and reproductions of it usually arrive in timber: ebony, rosewood, or boxwood left to show its grain. This one is painted. Crimson on the dark side, ivory white on the light, over boxwood throughout.
The dimensions are the faithful part. A 115mm king stands on a 48mm base, and the queen, bishop, knight and rook all share a single 43mm foot, which is how the original pattern was turned. The pieces are heavily weighted with lead, 1,750g across the 34 of them.
A 48cm board comes with them, in red ash burl and maple, borderless and finished hi-gloss. It sits in our reproduction chess sets collection.
The same 115mm pattern is listed as pieces alone, offered either in genuine ebony with antiqued boxwood or in this painted crimson and ivory white. If you already play on 60mm squares, the 1849 Original Staunton pieces at 115mm is the more direct purchase and the carving is identical.
What this listing adds is the board, and 60mm squares are a specialist size rather than something most households have in a cupboard. The one supplied is borderless, so the playing grid runs to the edge of the panel with no frame of contrasting timber around it. That is a noticeably cleaner look than the bordered boards usually paired with a set this size.
Against the timber finishes, the painted pair reads faster at a distance and under poor light, because colour is doing the work instead of grain. What it gives up is figure, since there is nothing to look into on either side. Both approaches sit within our luxury chess sets collection.
Painted chess pieces carry a reputation as the budget option, and that comes from modern mass produced sets rather than from the finish itself. Here both sides are boxwood, a dense close grained timber that takes a hard painted surface cleanly, and the crimson is a deep saturated red rather than a bright one.
On the board the effect is legibility. Crimson against ivory white separates at a glance across a room, under a lamp, or in a photograph, in a way that a dark timber against a pale one does not always manage. The trade is grain: the pieces are judged on form alone, and the 1849 form is worth judging.
Most boards frame the playing grid in a band of contrasting timber. This one does not. Sixty millimetre squares in red ash burl and maple run edge to edge across a 48cm panel, so the surface is all playing area and the set sits on it without a margin. It is a spare, modern look that suits painted pieces better than a heavy border would.
The finish is hi-gloss, on a veneer construction at 13mm and 2,250g, made in Spain. Red ash burl gives the dark squares a swirling figure rather than a flat brown, and against maple the contrast stays high. Gloss does throw more light back than a matte surface, so think about where the lamp sits before you settle the board on a table.
The 48mm king base is what sets the square size, not the 115mm height. Sixty millimetre squares give the royal pair room at the start of a game, and because six of the eight back rank pieces share the same 43mm foot, the rank fills evenly instead of crowding at one end.
Thirty four pieces including two spare queens, plus the 48cm board. No storage box. The pieces weigh 1,750g and the board 2,250g, so 4,000g arrives in total. Other sizes and finishes sit across our chess boards collection.
The board is the reason to look at this one: borderless, hi-gloss, red ash burl against maple, and a genuinely different object from the matte bordered boards that usually ship with a reproduction set. The pieces are faithful where it counts, with a 48mm king base and matched 43mm officer bases, which is how the 1849 pattern was actually turned. Two honest limits: the board is a 13mm veneer, so it is a playing surface rather than furniture, and a gloss surface shows fingerprints and throws lamp glare where a matte one does not. Buy it if you want the earliest Staunton pattern in high contrast on a clean modern surface, and choose one of the timber finishes instead if you want grain to look into.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
48cm x 48cm with 60mm squares, 13mm thick and around 2,250g, in red ash burl and maple veneer with a hi-gloss finish. It is borderless and made in Spain.
The playing grid runs to the edge of the panel with no frame of contrasting timber around it. The whole surface is playing area, which gives a spare, modern look under a set.
Painted. Both sides are boxwood, finished crimson on the dark pieces and ivory white on the light, so the colour sits as a hard surface over the timber rather than soaking into it.
The pieces weigh around 1,750g and the board around 2,250g, so 4,000g in total. The pieces are heavily weighted with lead.
No. This listing is the 34 pieces and the 48cm board only.
Players and collectors who want the original Staunton proportions with a high contrast pair that reads easily under a lamp or in a photograph. It sits among our wood chess sets collection.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
115mm (4.52 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
48mm (1.88 inch) |
|
Queen height |
89mm |
|
Bishop height |
77mm |
|
Knight height |
71mm |
|
Rook height |
63mm |
|
Officer base diameter |
43mm (1.69 inch), queen, bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
50mm |
|
Pawn base diameter |
34mm (1.33 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Painted crimson boxwood |
|
Light pieces |
Ivory white boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Heavily weighted with lead |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Chess pieces weight |
1,750g approximate |
|
Board size |
48cm x 48cm (18.8 inch) |
|
Board square size |
60mm (2.36 inch) |
|
Board thickness |
13mm |
|
Board construction |
Red ash burl and maple veneer, borderless, hi-gloss finish, 2,250g |
|
Board origin |
Made in Spain |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Total set weight |
4,000g approximate |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
One 48cm red ash burl and maple chess board with 60mm 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.
