Black & Golden Marble Chess Set — 15-Inch Handmade Natural Stone
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Description
A folding cardboard-and-plastic chess set gets put away in a drawer; a marble one stays out because it looks like it belongs on the table. This black and golden marble chess set is a full 15-inch board with 32 hand-carved stone pieces, weighing 17 pounds — heavy enough that the board sits flat and the pieces plant firmly instead of sliding. The board is black-dominant, with warm golden marble squares set into it, so no two boards carry quite the same pattern.
15" × 15" board · 32 hand-carved marble pieces · king 3.5" · 17 lb · black-dominant board with golden marble · free US shipping · 30-day returns
What makes this black and golden marble chess set different
A black-dominant board with golden marble
The board leads with black — black field and border — with squares of warm golden marble set into it. It's a less common pairing than the usual black-and-white, and the golden marble brings a warm, amber tone with dark veining running through it that a plain stone square doesn't have. Because the marble is natural, the gold and veining run differently through every square.
Full tournament-scale pieces
The 32 pieces are carved to a proper playing scale: the king stands 3.5 inches, the queen 3, down to 2.5-inch pawns, on 1.5-inch squares. That's a set you actually play on, not a miniature — the pieces have weight in the hand and stand up to a real game.
Weight that keeps everything in place
At 17 pounds the board doesn't shift and the pieces don't tip — set one down and it stays put. The heft is part of why a stone set feels different to play on: the pieces land with a soft click, not the hollow tap of plastic.
Felt-protected board and pieces
The board has an attached felt base so it won't scratch the table it sits on, and every one of the 32 pieces comes with an individual felt bottom, so the pieces don't scratch the board or each other during play and storage. It's the kind of finishing detail that separates a set built to be used from one built only to photograph.
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 from the same golden or black marble — so a single damaged piece doesn't end the set. It's a practical safeguard for something you'll keep for years.
Felt-protected board and pieces
The board has an attached felt base, and every one of the 32 pieces comes with its own felt bottom (included in a separate packet). The felt keeps the board from scratching your table and stops the stone pieces scuffing each other and the board during play.
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 from the same golden or black marble variety — so a single damaged piece doesn't retire the set.
Natural stone, no two alike
Each piece and every board square is hand-carved and hand-polished from natural marble, so the veining and the gold banding vary from set to set. Yours won't be a copy of the photo — the pattern in your board and pieces is unique to it.
Marble vs the usual chess sets
| Marble (this) | Wood | Plastic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight keeps pieces stable | Yes — 17 lb stone | Lighter | Very light, tips |
| Stays out as decor | Yes — natural stone | Often | Rarely |
| Each set unique | Yes — natural veining | Grain varies | Identical |
| Full playing scale (3.5" king) | Yes | Varies | Often small |
The honest trade-off: a marble set costs more than wood or plastic and it's heavy — 17 pounds is not a travel set, and the pieces are stone, so a hard knock can chip an edge the way it would any natural stone. What you get is a board that stays out as a piece of the room, pieces with real weight, and a black-and-gold pairing you won't find in a standard set.
Product specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Board size | 15" × 15" × 0.5" |
| Square size | 1.5 inches |
| Number of pieces | 32 (16 per side) |
| King height | 3.5 inches |
| Queen height | 3 inches |
| Bishop / Knight / Rook | 2.75 inches each |
| Pawn height | 2.5 inches |
| Weight | 17 pounds |
| Board colour | Black-dominant with golden marble squares |
| Material | Natural marble, hand-polished |
| Piece breakdown | 2 kings, 2 queens, 4 bishops, 4 knights, 4 rooks, 16 pawns |
| Piece colors | 16 black marble · 16 golden marble |
| Piece style | Staunton form, hand-carved |
| Base protection | Attached felt board base + individual felt bottoms for all 32 pieces |
| Storage box | Not included |
| 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 pieces by the body, not the fine tops, which are the most delicate part of any carved stone piece.
- Wipe board and pieces with a soft, dry or barely-damp cloth; skip soap and harsh cleaners.
- Store the pieces wrapped or in a lined box 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.
Materials and craftsmanship
Every piece and board square is hand-carved and hand-polished from natural marble. Because the stone is natural, the veining, banding, and the run of the gold vary from set to set — the golden marble squares in particular carry veining that runs differently through every board.
A note on natural stone: no two sets match, and yours won't be a pixel-perfect copy of the photo. That variation 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 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.
- Handle pieces by the body, not the carved tops.
- Store pieces protected — wrapped or in a lined box 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
- Players who want a set that stays out as part of the room, not stashed in a closet.
- Anyone drawn to a black-and-gold pairing over the standard black-and-white.
- Gift buyers — a marble chess set is a substantial, lasting gift for a player or a host.
- Collectors of natural-stone pieces who value that no two sets are alike.
Good for: housewarmings, weddings, and Christmas or milestone gifts.
Explore more marble chess sets
Prefer a different look? Browse all marble chess sets, see the other 15-inch chess sets, or look at the antique and figurative sets and sets with a storage box.
About this black and golden marble chess set
This handmade black and golden marble chess set has a full 15-inch board and 32 hand-carved natural stone pieces. The board is black-dominant with warm golden marble squares, the king stands 3.5 inches on 1.5-inch squares, and the whole set weighs 17 pounds — substantial enough to sit out and play on. Because it's natural marble, no two sets are alike. Free US shipping and a 30-day return policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Skip soap and abrasive cleaners, and don't let liquids sit on the board.
