Black & Coral Antique Marble Chess Set — 15-Inch | Medieval Figurative
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Description
This set pairs two things you don't often see together: the bold contrast of a black-dominant board and the warm, patterned character of fossil coral. This black and coral antique marble chess set has a black marble field with fossil coral squares — a stone that carries the fossilised markings of ancient coral — and its pieces are carved as medieval figures rather than standard shapes, with a hand-distressed antique finish. The board is a full 15 inches, and the set comes with a fitted storage case. Because it's natural stone, no two boards or pieces are alike.
15" × 15" board · 1.5" squares · 32 figurative marble pieces · king 3.5" · 17 lb · storage case included · black-dominant with fossil coral · free US shipping · 30-day returns
What's included: 1 × 15-inch black & coral marble board (attached felt base) · 32 hand-carved medieval figurative pieces — 2 kings, 2 queens, 4 bishops, 4 knights, 4 rooks, 16 pawns · individual felt bottoms for all 32 pieces · fitted PU-leather storage case · RADICALn fragile-safe packaging · piece-replacement service.
What makes this antique & figurative chess set different
Hand-carved medieval figurative pieces
Instead of standard Staunton shapes, the pieces are carved as medieval figures — robed kings and queens, a mitre-headed bishop, a carved horse-head knight, a crenellated tower rook, and hooded pawns — each finished with a hand-distressed antique look. The set reads as a historical sculpture as much as a game.
Black-dominant board with fossil coral squares
The board leads with black — a black marble field and border — with fossil coral squares set into it. That black-dominant ground makes the warm, patterned coral squares stand out, for a bolder look than a coral-led board, while keeping the fossil coral's character.
Fossil coral — a patterned natural stone
The light squares are fossil coral marble, which carries the fossilised markings of ancient coral — small ring- and flower-like patterns in the stone. Against the black, those markings read clearly, and no two squares carry the same pattern. It's what gives this set its warmth and individuality.
A storage case included
The set comes with a fitted carry case — a hard-body case with a PU synthetic leather exterior, a carry handle, and a latching lid, with an individual slot for every piece. The sculptural figurative pieces are worth protecting between games.
Full playing scale
The pieces are full playing size on the 15-inch board: the king stands 3.5 inches, the queen 3, down to 2.5-inch pawns, on 1.5-inch squares. Figurative, but full-scale and properly weighted in stone.
Backed by a piece-replacement service
Stone can chip if a piece is dropped on a hard floor. If that happens, RADICALn will source a matching replacement in the same black or fossil coral marble — so a single damaged figure doesn't retire the set.
Antique figurative vs standard Staunton
| This set (antique figurative) | Standard Staunton set | |
|---|---|---|
| Piece style | Medieval figures & forms | Classic Staunton shapes |
| Palette | Black with warm fossil coral | Usually black & white |
| Finish | Hand-distressed antique | Polished stone |
| Storage case | Included | On storage sets only |
| Best for | Bold decor, display | Familiar tournament feel |
The honest trade-off: figurative pieces take a moment to learn to read compared with the familiar Staunton king, bishop, and knight — some players love the historical character, others prefer the clean familiarity of standard shapes. If you want the most recognisable tournament feel, a standard set may suit you better. What you get here is a distinctive, sculptural set with a warm fossil coral board and a storage case included.
Product specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Board size | 15" × 15" × 0.5" |
| Square size | 1.5 inches |
| Piece style | Medieval figurative, hand-distressed antique finish |
| Number of pieces | 32 (16 per side) |
| Piece breakdown | 2 kings, 2 queens, 4 bishops, 4 knights, 4 rooks, 16 pawns |
| King height | 3.5 inches |
| Queen height | 3 inches |
| Bishop / Knight / Rook | 2.75 inches each |
| Pawn height | 2.5 inches |
| Set weight | 17 pounds |
| Storage case | Hard body, PU synthetic leather, carry handle, latching lid, slot per piece |
| Board colour | Black-dominant with fossil coral squares |
| Piece colours | 16 black marble · 16 fossil coral marble |
| Light stone | Fossil coral marble (natural fossil markings) |
| Base protection | Attached felt board base + individual felt bottoms for all 32 pieces |
| Material | Natural marble, hand-polished |
| Shipping | Free US shipping |
| Returns | 30-day returns |
How to care for your marble chess set
- Set the board on a flat surface — its weight keeps it stable once placed.
- Handle the figurative pieces by the body, not the finer carved details.
- Wipe board and pieces with a soft, dry or barely-damp cloth; skip soap and harsh cleaners.
- Store the pieces in the case slots so they don't knock against each other.
Note: natural stone is porous — keep it dry, and don't let liquids sit on the board. Keep the PU-leather case dry too.
Materials and craftsmanship
Every piece and board square is hand-carved and hand-polished from natural marble — black marble for the dark pieces and board field, fossil coral marble for the light pieces and squares. Fossil coral is a natural stone bearing the fossilized remains of ancient coral, which gives the light squares their distinctive ring- and flower-like markings. The pieces are carved as medieval figures with a hand-distressed antique finish. Because the stone is natural, that pattern varies from set to set.
A note on natural stone: no two sets match, and yours won't be a pixel-perfect copy of the photo. That variation — and the fossil markings — is the stone, not a flaw. Marble is porous by nature, which is why the surfaces are polished and why the set should be kept dry.
Care instructions
- Wipe stone with a soft, dry or barely-damp cloth. Skip soap, which porous stone can absorb.
- Keep it dry — don't let liquids stand on the board, and keep the PU-leather case dry.
- Handle figurative pieces by the body, not the fine carved details.
- Store pieces in the case slots so edges don't chip.
- Don't let acids sit on the stone; they can etch marble.
- Lift the board, don't drag it — at 17 pounds it will scuff a surface if slid.
Who this is for
- Anyone who wants a bold board with warm character — black contrast plus fossil coral pattern.
- Collectors and players who like the medieval, historical character on display.
- Anyone drawn to fossil coral and natural stone with visible geological history.
- Gift buyers — the figurative pieces and included case make it a striking, complete gift.
Good for: housewarmings, weddings, and Christmas or milestone gifts.
Explore more marble chess sets
Prefer the fossil coral to lead the board, in a warm palette? See the coral & red antique set. Want standard Staunton pieces in black and fossil coral? See the black & fossil coral 15-inch. Browse the other antique & figurative sets, all 15-inch chess sets, or sets with storage.
About this black & coral antique marble chess set
This handmade black and coral antique marble chess set has a full 15-inch board and 32 hand-carved medieval figurative pieces in a hand-distressed antique finish. The board is black-dominant — a black marble field and border with fossil coral squares, a stone carrying the fossilized markings of ancient coral. The king stands 3.5 inches on 1.5-inch squares, and the set weighs 17 pounds. It comes with a fitted storage case, has felt-backed board and pieces, and is backed by a piece-replacement service. Because it's natural marble, no two sets are alike. Free US shipping and a 30-day return policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
This set includes 33 items total: one 15 × 15-inch natural marble chess board (black marble frame and dark squares, fossil coral light squares), 32 hand-carved medieval figurative chess pieces — 16 in deep black marble and 16 in fossil coral stone (2 Kings, 2 Queens, 4 Bishops, 4 Knights, 4 Rooks, and 16 Pawns) — a storage box included free with fitted compartments for all 32 pieces, individual felt bottoms for all 32 pieces, and RADICALn branded secure fragile packaging.
Standard chess sets use Staunton pieces — abstract geometric shapes standardised in the 19th century for tournament play. Medieval figurative pieces are carved as actual representational figures: robed kings and queens, mitred bishops, mounted knights, architectural rook towers, and warrior pawns — the style associated with historical artefacts like the Isle of Lewis chessmen. This set is carved entirely in medieval figurative style, then finished with a hand-distressed antique surface for an aged, historical character. It is not a Staunton set.
According to the official RADICALn size guide for this set: King — 3.5 inches, Queen — 3 inches, Bishop — 2.75 inches, Knight — 2.75 inches, Rook — 2.75 inches, Pawn — 2.5 inches. The board measures 15 × 15 inches at 0.1 inches thickness.
Yes — a storage box is included free with this set. It has fitted compartments for all 32 pieces, allowing the set to move between display and protected storage. This is one of the features that distinguishes the antique collection from the RADICALn standard chess sets, which do not include a storage box.
Fossil coral is a sedimentary stone formed from the compressed and mineralised remains of ancient coral reef organisms over hundreds of millions of years. The warm beige-tan base with dark brown fossil organism patterns is the natural surface of the stone — no dyes or coatings are applied. Pairing fossil coral with medieval figurative carving means each piece carries two layers of history: the carved historical form and the genuine geological record preserved in the stone itself.
The hand-distressed antique finish is applied individually to each piece, creating a textured, weathered surface that suggests age and history. Because this process is done by hand, the exact depth and texture of the distressing will vary slightly between pieces and between sets. This variation is intentional — it is part of what makes the antique finish read as genuinely historical rather than uniformly manufactured. Do not attempt to polish away this texture; the distressed surface cannot be restored once removed.
The medieval figurative carving style in this set draws on the same broad historical tradition as the Isle of Lewis chessmen — one of the most famous surviving sets of medieval chess pieces, discovered in Scotland and now held primarily in the British Museum and National Museum of Scotland. This RADICALn set is not a direct replica of the Lewis chessmen specifically, but uses the same figurative approach: robed monarchs, mitred bishops, mounted knights, and architectural rooks rather than abstract Staunton forms.
Both use the same fossil coral and black marble stones. The Black & Fossil Coral Standard Set ($125.90) uses smooth Staunton-style pieces with a clean polished finish and no storage box. This Black & Coral Antique Set ($171.35) uses medieval figurative pieces with a hand-distressed antique finish and includes a storage box. Choose the standard set for contemporary styling at better value. Choose the antique set for collector-quality historical styling with storage included.
Yes — this is one of the most historically distinctive products in the RADICALn collection. The medieval figurative carving style, the fossil coral's genuine preserved marine organism patterns, and the hand-distressed antique finish combine to create an object with real historical and geological reference points, not just decorative appeal. It suits history enthusiasts, Isle of Lewis and Lewis chessmen fans, museum-goers, and serious chess or natural stone collectors.
It is fully playable — each piece is identifiable by its figurative form (robed king and queen, mitred bishop, mounted knight, tower rook, soldier pawn) in the same way Staunton pieces are identifiable by their abstract shapes. That said, the finer sculptural detail and antique finish make it more suited to careful, considered play than the smooth standard sets — the storage box allows the set to be played with and then returned to protected storage between uses, which works well for collectors who want both functionality and preservation.
Wipe pieces and board with a slightly damp soft cloth and dry immediately. Fossil coral is a sedimentary stone and slightly more porous than metamorphic marble — avoid leaving moisture on coral pieces. Never polish or buff the hand-distressed surface — this would remove the antique character permanently. Never use acid-based cleaners or abrasive cloths. Use the included storage box for between-use storage to keep the textured antique surfaces from contacting each other.
All RADICALn marble chess sets ship free to US addresses. Handling time is 1 to 2 business days; transit time is 3 to 7 business days — total estimated delivery is 4 to 9 business days. The set ships in RADICALn branded secure fragile packaging. RADICALn offers a 30-day return policy — returns are free and accepted by mail for any reason.
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