White & Black Marble Chess Set — 12-Inch Handmade Natural Stone
What Makes Radicaln Different
Description
A full-size marble board doesn't fit every table — this one is built for the ones it doesn't. This white and black marble chess set has a compact 12-inch board that suits smaller tables, shelves, and tighter spaces, in the most classic chess colors there are. It's white-dominant — a white field and border with black marble squares — a lighter take on the timeless contrast. At 7.3 pounds it has real stone weight without the bulk of the 15-inch set, and because it's natural marble, the veining runs differently across every board.
12" × 12" board · 1" squares · 32 marble pieces · king 2.75" · 7.3 lb · felt-backed board & pieces · white-dominant, white + black marble · free US shipping · 30-day returns
What's included: 1 × 12-inch white & black marble board (attached felt base) · 32 hand-carved Staunton pieces — 2 kings, 2 queens, 4 bishops, 4 knights, 4 rooks, 16 pawns · individual felt bottoms for all 32 pieces · RADICALn fragile-safe packaging · piece-replacement service.
What makes this white & black marble chess set different
A compact 12-inch board
At 12 inches, this is the smaller of our two board sizes — it fits a side table, a shelf, or a smaller room where the 15-inch board would crowd the space, and it's easier to move and store at 7.3 pounds. It's still solid natural stone, just scaled for tighter spaces. (Want the larger board? See the 15-inch version.)
The classic contrast, white-dominant
This is the timeless white-and-black board, leading with white: a white field and border with black marble squares set into it, for a lighter overall look. (Prefer a darker board? See the black-dominant version.) It's the most recognizable chess palette, in solid natural stone rather than printed board or plastic.
Full playing pieces, scaled to the board
The 32 pieces are sized for the 12-inch board: the king stands 2.75 inches, the queen 2.5, down to 2-inch pawns, on 1-inch squares. They're still solid stone with weight in the hand — a proper set to play on, just proportioned for the smaller board.
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 in the same white or black marble — 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 varies from set to set — even the classic white-and-black is unique in every board. Yours won't be a copy of the photo.
Marble vs the usual chess sets
| Marble (this) | Wood | Plastic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid stone, fits smaller tables | Yes — 12", 7.3 lb | Varies | Light, hollow |
| Stays out as decor | Yes — natural stone | Often | Rarely |
| Each set unique | Yes — natural veining | Grain varies | Identical |
| Felt-protected board & pieces | Yes — board + all 32 | Sometimes | Rarely |
| Full playing scale for its size | Yes — 2.75" king | Varies | Often tiny |
The honest trade-off: a marble set costs more than wood or plastic, and even at 12 inches this is stone — 7.3 pounds, and the pieces can chip on a hard knock like any natural stone. The 12-inch board also gives you smaller pieces than the 15-inch set, which some players find less commanding to play on. What you get is the classic board you already picture, in solid stone, sized to fit where a full-size set won't.
Product specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Board size | 12" × 12" |
| Square size | 1 inch |
| Number of pieces | 32 (16 per side) |
| Piece breakdown | 2 kings, 2 queens, 4 bishops, 4 knights, 4 rooks, 16 pawns |
| King height | 2.75 inches |
| Queen height | 2.5 inches |
| Bishop / Knight / Rook | 2.25 inches each |
| Pawn height | 2 inches |
| Weight | 7.3 pounds |
| Board color | White-dominant with black marble squares |
| Piece colors | 16 white marble · 16 black marble |
| Piece style | Staunton form, hand-carved |
| 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 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 — white marble for the light pieces and board field, black marble for the dark pieces and squares. Because the stone is natural, the veining and its distribution vary 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 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 — even at 7.3 pounds it can scuff a surface if slid.
Who this is for
- Smaller tables and tighter spaces where a 15-inch board would crowd the room.
- Anyone who wants the classic look in solid stone without the full bulk of the larger set.
- Anyone who prefers a lighter, white-dominant board over a darker one.
- Gift buyers — a compact marble set is a substantial but manageable gift, and white-and-black is the safe-bet classic.
Good for: housewarmings, weddings, and Christmas or milestone gifts.
Explore more marble chess sets
Want the larger board? See the White & Black 15-inch. Prefer a darker board? See the Black & White 12-inch (black-dominant). Browse all marble chess sets, the other 12-inch chess sets, or sets with storage.
About this white & black marble chess set
This handmade white and black marble chess set has a compact 12-inch board and 32 hand-carved natural stone pieces in the classic chess colors. The board is white-dominant — a white field and border with black marble squares — the king stands 2.75 inches on 1-inch squares, and the set weighs 7.3 pounds. The board and all 32 pieces have felt bottoms, 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
If space is tight or you want a lighter set, the 12-inch is the one.
If you'd prefer the board to read darker, see the Black & White version, which reverses the emphasis to a black-dominant board.
