About Staunton Chess Pieces
Staunton is a particular pattern of Chess Pieces in the game of Chess. Staunton pattern pieces are mostly used in Chess tournaments and competitions. It is named after famous chess master Howard Staunton. Howard Staunton was an English chess master and was one of the strongest chess player in the years between 1843 & 1851. It was due to his efforts that England becomes the one of the major chess centre on the 1950 era. He contributed a lot to chess. He was not only a chess player, but also a chess promoter, writer and organizer as well.
In 1859 Nathaniel Cook designed the Staunton pattern chess and Jaques of London approved their manufacturing rights. After that it becomes the international standard design of chess. They have been used all over the world since. All Staunton Pieces mainly has wide molded base. Knight basically has head and neck like a horse. King has a stylish crown with cross pattee, Queen is slightly smaller than the king with a small round ball mount on her head, Rooks feature stylized crenellated battlements and bishops a Western-style mitre. Pawns are the smallest pieces in the game with round head.
Check out our Staunton Chess Sets made with High Precision. Be sure that every single piece is proportionate and heavily weighted with splendid craftsmanship.
There’s a variety of types available at our online store. They also come in a different variants. Here’s an Staunton Chess Pieces with having 4.0″ King.
The section below explains more about the types of staunton chess pieces available.
Fierce Knight Staunton Series Chess Pieces in Bud Rosewood & Box Wood – 4.0″ King
Made up from bud rose wood(dark pieces) and boxwood(light pieces) plus handcarved gave you a truly amazing pleasure when playing chess. Thick green felt on chess pieces provide a smooth movement on the chess board.
Check out this amazing handcrafted chess piece.
The Master Staunton Series Chess Pieces in Dyed Box Wood – 4.0″ King
Crafted from bud rose wood and boxwood. Notably, the King stands at an impressive height of 4 inches, with a sturdy base measuring 1.7 inches. The dark pieces, crafted from bud rose wood, while pieces made of boxwood. This set includes additional queens, allowing for effortless pawn promotion during play.
Each chess piece is intricately carved and weighted, ensuring a wonderful hand-feel and a satisfying, resonant impact on the wooden chess board. For smooth movement across the board, the pieces are fitted with thick faux leather pads that precisely envelop the base of each chessman.
The Honour of Staunton (HOS) Series Weighted Chess Pieces in Rose wood & Box Wood – 4.0″ King
This series is made up of rosewood and boxwood. Chess players are well aware of the amazing feel that the Staunton series chess pieces can offer.
Thick green felt on each chess piece ingeniously provides smooth movement on the chessboard. This Staunton series set possesses an inherent allure, automatically inviting you to play chess on the go!
So, what you are waiting for? Order this today for yourself or one who has die-hard fan of chess.
What Materials are Chess Pieces Made of?
Our chess pieces are made up from high quality woods like bud rose wood, boxwood, Ebony, Sheesham aka Golden rosewood and ebonized wood. Meticulously crafted by skilled hands, each piece is a testament to dedication and precision, resulting in a set that exudes elegance and uniqueness. The attention to detail and the individual touch in every stroke create a set of chess pieces that not only serves as a game but also stands as a work of art. The careful carving and fine finishing elevate these pieces, making them a first preference for any chess enthusiast, collectors, players of all level.
