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Staunton Chess Pieces in Gold and Silver Plate with Black and White Burr Wood Pedestal Chess Board and Storage Drawer

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Staunton Chess Pieces in Gold and Silver Plate with Black and White Burr Wood Pedestal Chess Board and Storage Drawer

Original price was: 648.00€.Current price is: 609.12€.
Staunton Chess Set with Alphanumeric Chess Board

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Staunton Chess Set with Alphanumeric Chess Board

315.02€
Art Deco Chess Set

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Art Deco Chess Set

907.20€
Jeu d'Echecs en Laiton Massif et Bois Plaqué Or et Argent & Échiquier Blanc Sur Pied en Bois et Marbre de Carrare

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Solid Brass and Gold & Silver-Plated Wood Chess Set & White Pedestal Chess Board in Wood and Carrara Marble

1,149.60€
Gold and Silver-Plated Metal Chess Pieces with Lacquered Elm and Burr Wood Chess Board

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Gold and Silver-Plated Metal Chess Pieces with Lacquered Elm and Burr Wood Chess Board

662.33€
Staunton Chess Pieces and Chess Board on Stand with Wooden Storage Drawer

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Staunton Chess Pieces and Chess Board on Stand with Wooden Storage Drawer

630.00€
Black and White Staunton Chess Pieces and Chess Board on Stand with Wooden Storage Drawer

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Black and White Staunton Chess Pieces and Chess Board on Stand with Wooden Storage Drawer

646.80€
Staunton Chess Pieces in Gold and Silver-Plated Metal & Black Lacquered Maple Wood Chess Board

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Staunton Chess Pieces in Gold and Silver-Plated Metal & Black Lacquered Maple Wood Chess Board

730.80€
Elm and Heather Wood Chess Board & Gold and Silver Plated Metal Chess Set

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Elm and Heather Wood Chess Board & Gold and Silver Plated Metal Chess Set

548.62€
Freestanding Elm and Briar Wood Chess Board with Storage Drawer and Wood and Brass Staunton Chess Pieces

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Freestanding Elm and Briar Wood Chess Board with Storage Drawer and Wood and Brass Staunton Chess Pieces

1,028.40€
Black and White Wooden Pedestal Chess Board with Brass and Black and White Wood Chess Pieces

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Black and White Wooden Pedestal Chess Board with Brass and Black and White Wood Chess Pieces

1,236.00€
Solid Brass Chess Set with Elm and Burr Wood Chess Board in Glossy Finish

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Solid Brass Chess Set with Elm and Burr Wood Chess Board in Glossy Finish

761.21€
Gold and Silver-Plated Metal Chess Set with Black and White Lacquered Wood Chess Board and Marble Playing Surface

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Gold and Silver-Plated Metal Chess Set with Black and White Lacquered Wood Chess Board and Marble Playing Surface

732.00€
Ensemble de Jeu d'Échecs en Laiton Massif et Bois avec Échiquier en Noyer de Bruyère Finition Brillante

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Solid Brass and Wood Chess Set with Glossy Burr Walnut Chess Board

785.93€
Ensemble de Jeu d'Échecs de Luxe - Pièces en Laiton Massif Plaqué Or/Argent & Échiquier en Bois d'Orme Bruyère Laqué

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Luxury Chess Set – Solid Brass Gold/Silver-Plated Pieces & Lacquered Elm and Burr Wood Chess Board

1,743.60€
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Ensemble de Jeu d'Échecs en Bois d'Acacia avec Échiquier en Cuir Véritable

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Acacia Wood Chess Set with Genuine Leather Chess Board

Original price was: 404.40€.Current price is: 344.40€.
Jeu Combiné 4 en 1 en Bois Style Arc en Ciel - Échecs/Backgammon/Ludo/Serpents

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4-in-1 Wooden Board Game: Chess, Backgammon, Ludo, Snakes & Ladders

114.34€
Ensemble Jeu d'Echecs Période Greco Romaine Bronze et Doré

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Greco-Roman Period Bronze and Gilt Chess Set

300.00€
Jeu d’Echecs de Luxe Echiquier en Bois de Bruyère avec Tiroir et Pieces en Laiton Plaque Or et Argent

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Luxury Chess Set – Briarwood Chess Board with Drawer and Gold- and Silver-Plated Brass Pieces

1,191.60€
Ensemble d’échecs de compétition Staunton de luxe avec coffret

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Luxury Staunton Competition Chess Set with Storage Box

332.99€
Ensemble d’échecs de luxe Kingsclere en ébène et noyer

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Kingsclere Luxury Chess Set in Ebony and Walnut Wood with Storage

665.59€
Ensemble d’Echecs Emerald – Pièces Staunton en Bois de Buis et Echiquier Pliable en Bois de Noyer et Erable

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Emerald Chess Set – Staunton Boxwood Pieces with Folding Walnut and Maple Wood Chess Board

249.00€
Ensemble d’Echecs Staunton Conquest – Pièces en Bois et Echiquier Pliant en Bois de Noyer et Erable

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Conquest Staunton Chess Set – Wooden Pieces and Folding Walnut and Maple Chess Board

265.74€
Ensemble de Jeu d’Echecs Classic Staunton en Bois de Buis et Echiquier en Bois d Erable et Ebène « tigre » – 55 x 55 cm

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Classic Staunton Chess Set in Boxwood with Maple and “Tiger” Ebony Wood Chess Board – 55 x 55 cm

292.02€
Ensemble de Jeu d Echecs Noir et Blanc : Pieces Echecs en Bois de Buis Ebonise et Echiquier en Bois d'Erable

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Black and White Chess Set: Ebonised Boxwood Chess Pieces and Maple Wood Chess Board

372.62€
Ensemble d’Échecs de Luxe en Bois d’Anjan avec Échiquier en Palissandre – Roi 10,2 cm

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Luxury Anjan Wood Chess Set with Rosewood Chess Board – 10.2 cm King

627.61€
Ensemble d’Échecs Staunton de Luxe en Ébène et Buis avec Échiquier en Loupe de Bruyère et Orme – Roi 7,6 cm

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Luxury Staunton Chess Set in Ebony and Boxwood with Briar Burl and Elm Chess Board – 7.6cm King

820.80€
Jeu d’Échecs Staunton 1869 de Luxe en Ébène et Noyer avec Échiquier en Noyer et Érable – Roi 10,16 cm

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Luxury Staunton 1869 Chess Set in Ebony and Walnut with Walnut and Maple Chess Board – King 10.16 cm

881.04€
Jeu d’Échecs Staunton 1851 de Luxe en Ébène et Buis avec Échiquier de 60 cm et Coffret en Acajou – Roi 11 cm

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Luxury Staunton 1851 Chess Set in Ebony and Boxwood with 60 cm Chess Board and Mahogany Storage Box – 11 cm King

841.24€
Jeu d’Echecs Magnétique Mini en Bois Bleu Compact et Portable

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Mini Magnetic Wooden Chess Set – Compact, Portable Blue Design

65.69€
Jeu d’Echecs Geant en Bois "César" 85 x 85 cm avec Rangement

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Giant Wooden Chess Set “Caesar” 85 x 85 cm with Storage

621.31€
Grand Jeu d’Echecs César II en Bois Pliable - Hauteur de Roi 14 cm

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Large César II Wooden Folding Chess Set – 14cm King Height

417.24€
Grand Jeu d’Echecs en Bois Bleu – Échiquier 44 cm pour Amateurs et Famille

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Large Folding Wooden Chess Set in Blue with Storage 44 x 44 cm

115.79€
Jeu d’Echecs Multijoueurs pour Quatre – Design Interactif et Pièces Colorées Uniques

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Colourful Four-Player Multiplayer Chess Set

66.80€
Jeu d’Echecs en Bois AS Bleu – Echiquier Traditionnel Polonais 40,5 x 41 cm avec Pièces Staunton

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Blue and Ivory Wooden Chess Set – Folding Chess Board with Staunton Pieces

103.99€
Petit Jeu d’Echecs Pliant 20 x 20 cm et Pièces Staunton avec Rangement

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Small Folding Chess Set 20 x 20 cm with Staunton Pieces and Storage

59.11€
Jeu d’Echecs Léger pour Voyage avec Rangement

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Lightweight Travel Chess Set with Storage

58.67€
Jeu d’Echecs Pliable de Voyage en Bois avec Rangement 20 x 20 cm

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Folding Travel Wooden Chess Set with Storage 20 x 20 cm

59.11€
Jeu d’Echecs Magnétique en Bois Noir 28x28 cm – Pliable et Idéal pour les Voyages

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Magnetic Black Wooden Chess Set 28×28 cm – Foldable for Travel

98.83€
Jeu d'échecs Kingsclere luxe ébène et noyer en position de départ

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Kingsclere Luxury Chess Set in Ebony and Walnut Wood

665.59€
Jeu d'échecs Palissandre & Loupe d'Frêne Gris sur un plateau élégant - Le Palais Des Echecs

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Rosewood Chess Set with Grey Ash Burl Board

452.53€
Jeu d'échecs Windsor en bois de palissandre avec coffret - Le Palais Des Echecs

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Windsor Luxury Rosewood Chess Set

329.86€
Jeu d'échecs Fierce Knight Tournoi Premium avec échiquier en bois - Le Palais Des Echecs

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Golden Rosewood and Boxwood Chess Set with Walnut and Maple Chess Board

251.87€
Jeu d'échecs officiel avec pièces en bois en position initiale - Le Palais Des Echecs

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Large 50 x 50 cm Wooden Chess Set

507.12€
Jeu d'Échecs Miniature Luxe Couronnement vu de dessus, pièces sur l'échiquier - Le Palais Des Echecs

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Small Chess Set in Boxwood and Ebony with Wenge and Maple Chess Board 35 x 35 cm

385.37€
Jeu d'échecs Sheffield Knight Palissandre 108 mm vu de côté avec pièces alignées

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Large Rosewood and Boxwood Chess Set with Palisander and Maple Chess Board 55 x 55 cm

611.47€
Jeu d'échecs pliant en bois massif avec pièces en détail - Le Palais Des Echecs

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Folding Travel Chess Set in Solid Wood, 30 cm

140.77€

Staunton Chess Sets: the World Standard Explained

Since 1849, the absolute reference for players

The Staunton chess set is today the only design recognised by FIDE (the International Chess Federation) for official tournaments. Created in 1849 by Nathaniel Cook and popularised by English champion Howard Staunton, this design has stood the test of nearly two centuries without ageing. Perfect ergonomics, instant readability, ideal balance: this is why it remains the essential choice for discerning players.

The History of the Staunton Design

Nathaniel Cook & Howard Staunton

In 1849, Nathaniel Cook patented a revolutionary set with clean, instantly recognisable shapes. Howard Staunton, the leading player of his time, lent his name to the design and endorsed it. Success was immediate in English clubs, then across the world.

Why such worldwide success?

Before Staunton, each region had its own pieces (French Régence, German Selenus, Indian…) creating confusion in international tournaments. The Staunton set brought universal readability: a player instantly recognises each piece, whatever the origin of the Staunton chess set.

The Features of a True Staunton

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The crowned King

Topped with a small Latin cross, the Staunton king is instantly identifiable. Its height serves as the reference for all other pieces.

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The crowned Queen

Adorned with a pointed crown, slightly smaller than the king. Its substantial volume ensures a comfortable grip.

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The sculpted Knight

The most artistic piece: a horse's head carved with character. It's often the knight that reveals the quality of a Staunton chess set.

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The mitred Bishop

Topped with a split mitre, a nod to its ecclesiastical origin (bishop). Slender shape, wide base, balanced weighting.

Official FIDE Dimensions

FIDE recommends precise proportions for official tournaments. The universal rule: the king's height should be between 9.5 and 10.5 cm, and its base diameter should represent 40 to 50% of the height.

UseKing heightBoard sizeSquare
FIDE competition9.5 – 10.5 cm50 – 55 cm5.0 – 6.5 cm
Club & home8.5 – 9.5 cm45 – 50 cm5.0 – 5.5 cm
Analysis / school7.5 – 8.5 cm40 – 45 cm4.5 – 5.0 cm
Travel / child5.0 – 7.0 cm25 – 35 cm3.0 – 4.0 cm
Collection / luxury10.5 – 12 cm55 – 60 cm6.0 – 7.0 cm

How to Choose Your Staunton Set

Weighting & balance

Weighted pieces (double or triple weighted) offer unmatched stability. This is the number one criterion for a quality Staunton set: a piece that's too light tips over, while one that's too heavy tires the hand.

Finish & felt

The felt under each piece protects the chess board and ensures smooth, silent gliding. Check that the wood is impeccably smoothed, with no splinters or tool marks.

Wood species

Natural boxwood and ebonised boxwood for tradition, palisander and rosewood for higher ranges, genuine ebony for collector's sets. Each wood has its own visual and tactile signature.

Extra queen (optional)

Complete sets often include a second queen of each colour, useful for pawn promotions. A detail appreciated by tournament players.

💡 Expert tip — For a first quality Staunton set, aim for a 9.5 cm king in boxwood and ebonised boxwood, with double weighting and felt. This is the standard for French clubs and the best compromise between playing enjoyment, aesthetics and durability.

Our Staunton Ranges by Budget

Starter

Under €200

Staunton sets in beech or boxwood, single weighting. Ideal for beginners or clubs equipping several tables.

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Club & Tournament

€200 – 500

Ebonised boxwood, rosewood, double or triple weighting, premium felt. Compliant with FIDE standards for competition.

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High-End

€500 – 1,000

Rosewood, Zagreb boxwood, hand-carved knights, extra queen included. The pleasure of play at its peak.

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Collection

Over €1,000

Genuine ebony, reproductions of historic Stauntons, limited editions. Pieces that pass down through generations.

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Staunton vs Other Designs

Staunton vs Régence

The French Régence is more slender and ornate, with a rococo style. More decorative but less practical for play: hard to tell pieces apart mid-game. Staunton wins on readability.

Staunton vs themed sets

Themed chess sets (Roman, medieval, mythological) are beautiful for decoration but not approved for tournaments. To play seriously, a Staunton chess set remains essential.

Caring for Your Staunton Set

Regular cleaning

A soft, dry cloth is enough for everyday care. Once a year, apply a thin coat of linseed oil or beeswax to nourish the wood and revive its tones. Never use chemical products.

Storage

Store the pieces in their original box, away from direct light and humidity. Chess boards with built-in storage are ideal for preserving your set over the long term.

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