AMERICAN STAUNTON | Acacia | 3.5" | 90mm
The American Staunton chess set is inspired by Howard Staunton, who introduced and promoted the standardised Staunton design at the 1851 London International Chess Tournament.
Skilled artisans carve the pieces from Acacia (dark) and Boxwood (light), finishing them with green felt bases for smooth movement and lasting durability.
- Weighted for enhanced stability.
- Designed for competitive and casual play.
- Includes two additional queens.
- Outstanding value for the price.
- King height 90mm | base 34mm.
- Pawn height 43mm | base 25mm.
Optional Leatherette Box:
Exclusively from House of Chess and manufactured in South Africa. Our leatherette storage box is designed to keep your pieces safe, secure and organised. Featuring separate compartments and our House of Chess logo on the lid.
- Box size: 23cm x 16cm x 7cm (medium)
At House of Chess, we know how exciting it is to receive your new games and accessories—whether it’s a premium chess set or a classic family game. That’s why we offer flexible, affordable delivery options to get your order to you quickly and reliably.
Same-Day Shipping
Place your order and complete payment by 11:30 AM, and we’ll ship it the same day.
Delivery Speed
Johannesburg & Pretoria: Next business day
Major towns: 2–3 business days
Remote areas: Up to 5 business days
Delivery Methods
Choose the option that suits you:
Delivery to your door via our trusted courier
Arrange your own courier to collect from our warehouse
Collect in person from our shop:
House of Chess, 93 Malibongwe Drive, Robindale, Johannesburg
Nationwide Coverage
We proudly deliver to every corner of South Africa, no matter how remote.
For deliveries outside South Africa, please contact us for a custom quote.
Transparent Pricing
Delivery charges will be clearly itemised on your invoice—no hidden fees.
We’re committed to fast, safe, and seamless delivery—so you can start enjoying your games without delay.
Happy shopping!
— The House of Chess Team
When we receive your online order, an Invoice will be emailed to you. Payments can be made by EFT; and by Zapper or Snapscan, upon request.