ST. PETERSBURG | Walnut Replica | Fold board | 45mm Squares
The St Petersburg chess piece set is inspired by Howard Staunton, who introduced and promoted the standardised Staunton design at the 1851 London International Chess Tournament.
Hand-carved from Anjan and Boxwood, the pieces are designed to withstand the rigours of play and maintain their elegance for years to come.
- Beautifully designed and perfectly balanced.
- Ideal for competitive and casual play.
- Green felt bases for smooth movement and board protection.
- Includes two additional queens.
- King height 96mm | base 41mm.
- Pawn height 50mm | base 29mm.
The board is expertly handcrafted by Yenigun Tavla in Turkey, this high-quality chess board features a beautiful Walnut finish.
- Folding board for easy storage and transport.
- Detailed with a high gloss finish and PVC edging, providing a sleek and polished look.
- Designed for an exceptional playing experience and durability.
- Including clear and legible notation for more serious chess enthusiasts.
- Lined with velvet fabric underneath for added protection.
- Board size: 43cm x 43cm | Square size: 45mm | Height: 13mm.
To protect your pieces, store them in this Kiaat solid wooden box, handmade in South Africa and with separate compartments for dark and light wooden pieces. Size of the box: 23.5 x 15 x 10cm.
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.