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Some chess pieces are designed to be looked at. These were designed to be played with, at a tournament that decided who would challenge for the world title. The 1962 Stockholm Interzonal is remembered for one thing above all: a nineteen year old Bobby Fischer finishing two and a half points clear of a field that included half the world's best players. This reproduction puts that set on your board.
The pieces are turned from ebonised boxwood and natural boxwood, with a 95mm king on a 41mm base. That base to height ratio is the detail worth noticing. It gives the king a planted, upright stance rather than the top heavy look that catches out taller sets, and it means the whole set sits comfortably on standard tournament squares. The knights stand at 73mm, deliberately taller than the bishops, so the back rank stays readable at a glance from across the table.
These sit in the middle of our chess pieces collection: more considered than a club set, more affordable than the ebony and bud rosewood reproductions above them. They suit someone who wants a set with a story and the proportions to actually play with, rather than a display piece that never leaves the shelf.
Historical reproductions tend to fall into two camps. At the lower end you get the silhouette without the proportions: a set that looks approximately right in a photograph but feels wrong in the hand, usually because the bases have been shrunk to save material. At the upper end you get ebony, bud rosewood and triple weighting, and a price to match.
This set sits between them, and it does so by getting the geometry right rather than the materials expensive. The 41mm king base is generous for a 95mm king, which is what keeps the pieces stable without needing heavy weighting to compensate. The queen follows at 40mm, so the two tallest pieces read as a pair rather than a king and a slightly shorter rival.
What you give up is mass. If you want pieces that land with an audible weight, look at the triple weighted sets in our tournament chess sets range instead. If you want a historically grounded set at a sensible price, this is the more interesting buy.
Stockholm 1962 was an Interzonal, the qualifying stage that fed into the Candidates tournament and ultimately the world championship match. Twenty two rounds, twenty three players, and Fischer went through undefeated. He was nineteen. The margin, two and a half points, is the kind of result that gets a tournament remembered by the name of the person who won it.
Reproductions like this one appeal because the connection is specific. This is not a generic vintage style set. It is a copy of the equipment used at a documented event, which is a different proposition for a collector and a better story for anyone who ends up asking about the set on your table.
Ebonised means boxwood that has been dyed black rather than ebony heartwood, and it is worth understanding the difference before you buy. Ebony is denser, heavier, and close to uniform in colour. Ebonised boxwood keeps the boxwood grain underneath, so the dark pieces show subtle figuring in raking light where ebony would read as flat black.
Whether that is a feature depends on what you want. Collectors chasing a faithful copy of an original set often prefer ebonised boxwood, because that is frequently what the originals used. Buyers who want maximum contrast and density will prefer the ebony sets further up our wood chess sets range. Both are legitimate; they are simply different sets.
A 95mm king with a 41mm base wants squares in the 50mm to 55mm range. That is the standard tournament sizing, and it gives you enough clearance to place a piece cleanly without the board looking sparse. Go smaller than 50mm and the pieces crowd; go past 55mm and the set starts to look lost.
The board is not included with these pieces. If you are buying a board at the same time, our chess boards collection is filtered by square size, so you can match the 50mm to 55mm requirement directly rather than working it out from board dimensions.
The proportions are the reason to buy this set: a 41mm base under a 95mm king is more generous than most reproductions at this price, and it is what makes a lightly weighted set feel planted rather than tippy. Be clear on the weight though, because 1200g across 34 pieces works out around 35g a piece, and anyone used to double or triple weighted tournament pieces will find these light. We would put them in front of a collector who wants the Stockholm connection, or a club player who values proportion and grain over heft.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Collectors who want a set tied to a documented tournament, and club players who prefer a lighter, well proportioned piece. If your priority is the weighted thunk of a competition set, the heavier options in our Staunton chess sets range will suit you better.
Squares of 50mm to 55mm. That comes from the 41mm king base, which needs room to be placed cleanly without touching its neighbours. A 95mm king on 45mm squares will feel cramped.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately.
Ebonised boxwood is dyed black rather than being naturally dark, so the grain remains visible under the finish. Many original mid century tournament sets were made this way, which is why reproductions often use it. It is lighter than ebony and shows more character in the surface.
Keep them out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources, which is what causes cracking in turned hardwood. Dust with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid furniture polish and anything solvent based, as both can lift the ebonising.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
95mm (3.75 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
41mm (1.62 inch) |
|
Queen height |
79mm (3.12 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
40mm (1.60 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
69mm (2.72 inch) |
|
Knight height |
73mm (2.89 inch) |
|
Rook height |
53mm (2.12 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
45mm (1.80 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Ebonised boxwood (Gardenia latifolia) |
|
Light pieces |
Natural boxwood (Gardenia latifolia) |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
1200g |
|
Recommended square size |
50mm to 55mm |
|
Board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in ebonised and natural boxwood
2 spare queens, one per colour
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.
Some chess pieces are designed to be looked at. These were designed to be played with, at a tournament that decided who would challenge for the world title. The 1962 Stockholm Interzonal is remembered for one thing above all: a nineteen year old Bobby Fischer finishing two and a half points clear of a field that included half the world's best players. This reproduction puts that set on your board.
The pieces are turned from ebonised boxwood and natural boxwood, with a 95mm king on a 41mm base. That base to height ratio is the detail worth noticing. It gives the king a planted, upright stance rather than the top heavy look that catches out taller sets, and it means the whole set sits comfortably on standard tournament squares. The knights stand at 73mm, deliberately taller than the bishops, so the back rank stays readable at a glance from across the table.
These sit in the middle of our chess pieces collection: more considered than a club set, more affordable than the ebony and bud rosewood reproductions above them. They suit someone who wants a set with a story and the proportions to actually play with, rather than a display piece that never leaves the shelf.
Historical reproductions tend to fall into two camps. At the lower end you get the silhouette without the proportions: a set that looks approximately right in a photograph but feels wrong in the hand, usually because the bases have been shrunk to save material. At the upper end you get ebony, bud rosewood and triple weighting, and a price to match.
This set sits between them, and it does so by getting the geometry right rather than the materials expensive. The 41mm king base is generous for a 95mm king, which is what keeps the pieces stable without needing heavy weighting to compensate. The queen follows at 40mm, so the two tallest pieces read as a pair rather than a king and a slightly shorter rival.
What you give up is mass. If you want pieces that land with an audible weight, look at the triple weighted sets in our tournament chess sets range instead. If you want a historically grounded set at a sensible price, this is the more interesting buy.
Stockholm 1962 was an Interzonal, the qualifying stage that fed into the Candidates tournament and ultimately the world championship match. Twenty two rounds, twenty three players, and Fischer went through undefeated. He was nineteen. The margin, two and a half points, is the kind of result that gets a tournament remembered by the name of the person who won it.
Reproductions like this one appeal because the connection is specific. This is not a generic vintage style set. It is a copy of the equipment used at a documented event, which is a different proposition for a collector and a better story for anyone who ends up asking about the set on your table.
Ebonised means boxwood that has been dyed black rather than ebony heartwood, and it is worth understanding the difference before you buy. Ebony is denser, heavier, and close to uniform in colour. Ebonised boxwood keeps the boxwood grain underneath, so the dark pieces show subtle figuring in raking light where ebony would read as flat black.
Whether that is a feature depends on what you want. Collectors chasing a faithful copy of an original set often prefer ebonised boxwood, because that is frequently what the originals used. Buyers who want maximum contrast and density will prefer the ebony sets further up our wood chess sets range. Both are legitimate; they are simply different sets.
A 95mm king with a 41mm base wants squares in the 50mm to 55mm range. That is the standard tournament sizing, and it gives you enough clearance to place a piece cleanly without the board looking sparse. Go smaller than 50mm and the pieces crowd; go past 55mm and the set starts to look lost.
The board is not included with these pieces. If you are buying a board at the same time, our chess boards collection is filtered by square size, so you can match the 50mm to 55mm requirement directly rather than working it out from board dimensions.
The proportions are the reason to buy this set: a 41mm base under a 95mm king is more generous than most reproductions at this price, and it is what makes a lightly weighted set feel planted rather than tippy. Be clear on the weight though, because 1200g across 34 pieces works out around 35g a piece, and anyone used to double or triple weighted tournament pieces will find these light. We would put them in front of a collector who wants the Stockholm connection, or a club player who values proportion and grain over heft.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Collectors who want a set tied to a documented tournament, and club players who prefer a lighter, well proportioned piece. If your priority is the weighted thunk of a competition set, the heavier options in our Staunton chess sets range will suit you better.
Squares of 50mm to 55mm. That comes from the 41mm king base, which needs room to be placed cleanly without touching its neighbours. A 95mm king on 45mm squares will feel cramped.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately.
Ebonised boxwood is dyed black rather than being naturally dark, so the grain remains visible under the finish. Many original mid century tournament sets were made this way, which is why reproductions often use it. It is lighter than ebony and shows more character in the surface.
Keep them out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources, which is what causes cracking in turned hardwood. Dust with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid furniture polish and anything solvent based, as both can lift the ebonising.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
95mm (3.75 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
41mm (1.62 inch) |
|
Queen height |
79mm (3.12 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
40mm (1.60 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
69mm (2.72 inch) |
|
Knight height |
73mm (2.89 inch) |
|
Rook height |
53mm (2.12 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
45mm (1.80 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Ebonised boxwood (Gardenia latifolia) |
|
Light pieces |
Natural boxwood (Gardenia latifolia) |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
1200g |
|
Recommended square size |
50mm to 55mm |
|
Board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in ebonised and natural boxwood
2 spare queens, one per colour
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.
