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Triple weighting changes how a set plays. Lead is set deep into each base, and the result is a piece that stays exactly where you put it, resists a knocked table, and lands with a low thud instead of a click. The Shera Series V2.0 is built around that idea.
The numbers are substantial. A 115mm king stands on a 48mm base, the set weighs 2,000g across 34 pieces, and even the pawns carry a 34mm foot. Proportions run generous throughout: a 101mm queen, 88mm bishops and 79mm knights give the back rank real presence on a large board.
Four timbers are offered at three price points, from ebonised boxwood through to genuine ebony. All share one mould and one weighting specification, so the choice is about colour and grain rather than quality. They sit in the upper half of our Staunton chess pieces.
Staunton sets separate on two things once you get past the silhouette: how much they weigh, and whether the knight was carved or turned. Plenty of sets at the lower end look correct in a listing photograph and then feel hollow in the hand, because the weighting is nominal and the knight came off a machine.
This set commits on both counts. Triple weighting to 2,000g is roughly double a standard tournament set, and the knights are cut by hand, which is where the variation between individual pieces comes from and why no two sets are quite identical.
What you give up is portability and board compatibility. A 48mm base needs 60mm squares, and 2kg of chess pieces is not something you casually carry to a club night. Lighter options sit throughout our chess pieces collection.
Weighting is described loosely across the industry, so it is worth being specific. An unweighted set is bare timber. A single weighted set carries a small slug of lead in the base. Double weighting roughly doubles that, and triple weighting takes it further again.
At 2,000g across 34 pieces this set averages around 59g a piece, which puts it firmly in the triple weighted bracket. Hand weighting carries a tolerance of about ten percent either way, so individual pieces will vary slightly. That is normal and not a defect.
Genuine ebony is the densest and darkest of the four, close to uniform black with a fine grain that takes a high polish. Bud rosewood is the warmest, with visible figure and a reddish depth that shifts under raking light. Rosewood sits between the two, darker than bud but still clearly timber rather than black.
Ebonised boxwood is the most affordable option and behaves differently. It is boxwood dyed black, so the grain of the underlying timber stays faintly visible where ebony would read as flat. Some buyers prefer that; collectors chasing period accuracy often do, since many original sets were ebonised rather than ebony.
The 48mm king base sets the requirement at 60mm squares. That is larger than standard tournament sizing, which runs 50mm to 55mm, so a board bought for a 95mm set will crowd these pieces noticeably.
No board is included with any of the four options. Our chess boards collection lists square size on every product, so you can match the 60mm requirement directly rather than calculating it from the overall dimensions.
The reason to buy this set is the weighting, and specifically that it is matched to proportions that can carry it: 2,000g under a 48mm base means the pieces feel planted rather than merely heavy, which is not always true of weighted sets at this size. The caveat is board compatibility, because 60mm squares are larger than most people already own and the cost of the right board should be part of the decision. We would recommend it to a player who wants a substantial set for a room where the board stays out, rather than something to carry to a club.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Carving, dimensions and weighting are identical across all four. Genuine ebony is darkest and densest, bud rosewood is the warmest with visible figure, rosewood sits between them, and ebonised boxwood is dyed black with the grain still faintly showing.
Squares of 60mm. That comes from the 48mm king base rather than the 115mm height, and it is larger than standard tournament sizing.
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.
The full set is 2,000g across 34 pieces, roughly 59g a piece and about double a standard tournament set. Hand weighting varies by around ten percent between individual pieces.
Yes. The knights are cut by hand rather than turned and finished by machine, which is why small variations appear between pieces. The rest of our wood chess pieces range varies on this point, so it is worth checking per product.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
115mm (4.5 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
48mm (1.9 inch) |
|
Queen height |
101mm (4.0 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
45mm (1.7 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
88mm (3.4 inch) |
|
Knight height |
79mm (3.1 inch) |
|
Rook height |
67mm (2.6 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
62mm (2.4 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Genuine ebony, bud rosewood, rosewood or ebonised boxwood, by option |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Triple weighted with lead, thick felt bases |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
2,000g approximate, with a hand weighting tolerance of about ten percent |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in the timber option you select
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.
Triple weighting changes how a set plays. Lead is set deep into each base, and the result is a piece that stays exactly where you put it, resists a knocked table, and lands with a low thud instead of a click. The Shera Series V2.0 is built around that idea.
The numbers are substantial. A 115mm king stands on a 48mm base, the set weighs 2,000g across 34 pieces, and even the pawns carry a 34mm foot. Proportions run generous throughout: a 101mm queen, 88mm bishops and 79mm knights give the back rank real presence on a large board.
Four timbers are offered at three price points, from ebonised boxwood through to genuine ebony. All share one mould and one weighting specification, so the choice is about colour and grain rather than quality. They sit in the upper half of our Staunton chess pieces.
Staunton sets separate on two things once you get past the silhouette: how much they weigh, and whether the knight was carved or turned. Plenty of sets at the lower end look correct in a listing photograph and then feel hollow in the hand, because the weighting is nominal and the knight came off a machine.
This set commits on both counts. Triple weighting to 2,000g is roughly double a standard tournament set, and the knights are cut by hand, which is where the variation between individual pieces comes from and why no two sets are quite identical.
What you give up is portability and board compatibility. A 48mm base needs 60mm squares, and 2kg of chess pieces is not something you casually carry to a club night. Lighter options sit throughout our chess pieces collection.
Weighting is described loosely across the industry, so it is worth being specific. An unweighted set is bare timber. A single weighted set carries a small slug of lead in the base. Double weighting roughly doubles that, and triple weighting takes it further again.
At 2,000g across 34 pieces this set averages around 59g a piece, which puts it firmly in the triple weighted bracket. Hand weighting carries a tolerance of about ten percent either way, so individual pieces will vary slightly. That is normal and not a defect.
Genuine ebony is the densest and darkest of the four, close to uniform black with a fine grain that takes a high polish. Bud rosewood is the warmest, with visible figure and a reddish depth that shifts under raking light. Rosewood sits between the two, darker than bud but still clearly timber rather than black.
Ebonised boxwood is the most affordable option and behaves differently. It is boxwood dyed black, so the grain of the underlying timber stays faintly visible where ebony would read as flat. Some buyers prefer that; collectors chasing period accuracy often do, since many original sets were ebonised rather than ebony.
The 48mm king base sets the requirement at 60mm squares. That is larger than standard tournament sizing, which runs 50mm to 55mm, so a board bought for a 95mm set will crowd these pieces noticeably.
No board is included with any of the four options. Our chess boards collection lists square size on every product, so you can match the 60mm requirement directly rather than calculating it from the overall dimensions.
The reason to buy this set is the weighting, and specifically that it is matched to proportions that can carry it: 2,000g under a 48mm base means the pieces feel planted rather than merely heavy, which is not always true of weighted sets at this size. The caveat is board compatibility, because 60mm squares are larger than most people already own and the cost of the right board should be part of the decision. We would recommend it to a player who wants a substantial set for a room where the board stays out, rather than something to carry to a club.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Carving, dimensions and weighting are identical across all four. Genuine ebony is darkest and densest, bud rosewood is the warmest with visible figure, rosewood sits between them, and ebonised boxwood is dyed black with the grain still faintly showing.
Squares of 60mm. That comes from the 48mm king base rather than the 115mm height, and it is larger than standard tournament sizing.
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.
The full set is 2,000g across 34 pieces, roughly 59g a piece and about double a standard tournament set. Hand weighting varies by around ten percent between individual pieces.
Yes. The knights are cut by hand rather than turned and finished by machine, which is why small variations appear between pieces. The rest of our wood chess pieces range varies on this point, so it is worth checking per product.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
115mm (4.5 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
48mm (1.9 inch) |
|
Queen height |
101mm (4.0 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
45mm (1.7 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
88mm (3.4 inch) |
|
Knight height |
79mm (3.1 inch) |
|
Rook height |
67mm (2.6 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
62mm (2.4 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Genuine ebony, bud rosewood, rosewood or ebonised boxwood, by option |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Triple weighted with lead, thick felt bases |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
2,000g approximate, with a hand weighting tolerance of about ten percent |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in the timber option you select
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.
