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This is a pre-Staunton pattern, a reproduction of English chess sets in use around 1700, and the towers are drawn from an old Turkish architectural design.
It looks like nothing else on a table. The king stands 118mm, the queen follows it closely, and the army as a whole is tall, narrow and upright.
The pieces are camel bone rather than timber, and the light army is bleached to an ivory white.
Two colourways are offered, one crimson and white and one black and white, with the same shapes, the same height and the same weight in each.
You will find it among our luxury chess pieces, in either colourway.
The shape is the point. This pattern predates the Staunton design that became the international tournament standard, so the army is built from tall columns rather than the familiar Staunton outline.
The towers take their shape from old Turkish architecture, and the carving through them is fine and delicate. The king and queen carry the most of it, and they carry it a long way up.
Camel bone is light. The complete set weighs 850 grams, and a tall army that weighs this little takes some adjusting to, because pieces lift easily and they tip just as easily.
The set ships the game array exactly and no spare queens. Promote a pawn and you will be standing a captured rook on its head, or borrowing a queen that is already off the board.
These pieces suit boards with squares of 55mm to 65mm, and the lower end is the one to aim for. The feet here are narrow, and on the widest squares the army spreads out and starts to look marooned.
Crimson and white is the unusual one. The dark side is stained a deep red that stays clearly a colour rather than reading as black, and against bleached ivory it looks warm across a room.
Black and white is the plainer choice, stained to a near black, and it gives the sharper separation of the two when the light is poor.
Nothing else divides them. Shapes, height, weight and square window are the same, and the light army is the same bleached ivory in both, so this is a decision about how you want the board to look.
Be honest with yourself about the weight. These pieces are easy to lift and easy to tip, and a tall king on a narrow foot does not forgive a knocked table.
Check the squares before ordering. Measure the board you own against the range in the specifications, because an army this tall on the wrong square looks wrong straight away.
Looking after them is the same simple job whichever you choose. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, which is what makes bone crack. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.
The reason to own this one is the silhouette. Tall columns and fine towers give a board a completely different look, and it is the first thing anyone walking past will notice.
Two things are worth knowing before you buy, and neither of them is hidden. The box holds the game array with no spare queen, and the army is light for its height.
So if you want heft under your hand, this is not that set, and our wood chess pieces are the better place to start. If the shape is what you came for, this one earns its table.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
32 chess pieces, which does not include a spare queen of either colour. What is in the box is listed in full below.
Squares of 55mm to 65mm, with the tighter end the better fit. The feet are narrow for the height, so a smaller square keeps the army looking settled instead of stranded.
850 grams for the complete set. Camel bone is light, so the pieces lift easily and a knocked table will move them.
No. Both colourways come off one pattern, at one height and one weight, with the same bleached ivory on the light side. Only the colour of the dark army changes.
It is a design from before the Staunton pattern became the international tournament standard. This one reproduces English sets that were popular around 1700, so the pieces are columns and towers.
No. The listing is the chessmen alone, so the board is chosen separately and matched to the square size given in the specifications.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
118mm high (4.6 inch), 37mm base |
|
Queen |
109mm high (4.3 inch), 36mm base |
|
Bishop |
94mm high (3.7 inch), 31mm base |
|
Knight |
87mm high (3.4 inch), 31mm base |
|
Rook |
77mm high (3.1 inch), 31mm base |
|
Pawn |
65mm high (2.5 inch), 27mm base |
|
Crimson & White Camel Bone option |
Crimson stained camel bone dark pieces, ivory white bleached camel bone light pieces, 850 grams (1.9 lbs) |
|
Black & White Camel Bone option |
Black stained camel bone dark pieces, ivory white bleached camel bone light pieces, 850 grams (1.9 lbs) |
|
Material |
Camel bone |
|
King height, both colourways |
118mm |
|
Recommended square size |
55mm to 65mm (2.16 inch to 2.56 inch) |
|
Piece count |
32 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in the colourway you select
No spare queens are included
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.
This is a pre-Staunton pattern, a reproduction of English chess sets in use around 1700, and the towers are drawn from an old Turkish architectural design.
It looks like nothing else on a table. The king stands 118mm, the queen follows it closely, and the army as a whole is tall, narrow and upright.
The pieces are camel bone rather than timber, and the light army is bleached to an ivory white.
Two colourways are offered, one crimson and white and one black and white, with the same shapes, the same height and the same weight in each.
You will find it among our luxury chess pieces, in either colourway.
The shape is the point. This pattern predates the Staunton design that became the international tournament standard, so the army is built from tall columns rather than the familiar Staunton outline.
The towers take their shape from old Turkish architecture, and the carving through them is fine and delicate. The king and queen carry the most of it, and they carry it a long way up.
Camel bone is light. The complete set weighs 850 grams, and a tall army that weighs this little takes some adjusting to, because pieces lift easily and they tip just as easily.
The set ships the game array exactly and no spare queens. Promote a pawn and you will be standing a captured rook on its head, or borrowing a queen that is already off the board.
These pieces suit boards with squares of 55mm to 65mm, and the lower end is the one to aim for. The feet here are narrow, and on the widest squares the army spreads out and starts to look marooned.
Crimson and white is the unusual one. The dark side is stained a deep red that stays clearly a colour rather than reading as black, and against bleached ivory it looks warm across a room.
Black and white is the plainer choice, stained to a near black, and it gives the sharper separation of the two when the light is poor.
Nothing else divides them. Shapes, height, weight and square window are the same, and the light army is the same bleached ivory in both, so this is a decision about how you want the board to look.
Be honest with yourself about the weight. These pieces are easy to lift and easy to tip, and a tall king on a narrow foot does not forgive a knocked table.
Check the squares before ordering. Measure the board you own against the range in the specifications, because an army this tall on the wrong square looks wrong straight away.
Looking after them is the same simple job whichever you choose. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, which is what makes bone crack. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.
The reason to own this one is the silhouette. Tall columns and fine towers give a board a completely different look, and it is the first thing anyone walking past will notice.
Two things are worth knowing before you buy, and neither of them is hidden. The box holds the game array with no spare queen, and the army is light for its height.
So if you want heft under your hand, this is not that set, and our wood chess pieces are the better place to start. If the shape is what you came for, this one earns its table.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
32 chess pieces, which does not include a spare queen of either colour. What is in the box is listed in full below.
Squares of 55mm to 65mm, with the tighter end the better fit. The feet are narrow for the height, so a smaller square keeps the army looking settled instead of stranded.
850 grams for the complete set. Camel bone is light, so the pieces lift easily and a knocked table will move them.
No. Both colourways come off one pattern, at one height and one weight, with the same bleached ivory on the light side. Only the colour of the dark army changes.
It is a design from before the Staunton pattern became the international tournament standard. This one reproduces English sets that were popular around 1700, so the pieces are columns and towers.
No. The listing is the chessmen alone, so the board is chosen separately and matched to the square size given in the specifications.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
118mm high (4.6 inch), 37mm base |
|
Queen |
109mm high (4.3 inch), 36mm base |
|
Bishop |
94mm high (3.7 inch), 31mm base |
|
Knight |
87mm high (3.4 inch), 31mm base |
|
Rook |
77mm high (3.1 inch), 31mm base |
|
Pawn |
65mm high (2.5 inch), 27mm base |
|
Crimson & White Camel Bone option |
Crimson stained camel bone dark pieces, ivory white bleached camel bone light pieces, 850 grams (1.9 lbs) |
|
Black & White Camel Bone option |
Black stained camel bone dark pieces, ivory white bleached camel bone light pieces, 850 grams (1.9 lbs) |
|
Material |
Camel bone |
|
King height, both colourways |
118mm |
|
Recommended square size |
55mm to 65mm (2.16 inch to 2.56 inch) |
|
Piece count |
32 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in the colourway you select
No spare queens are included
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.
