Playing chess can be a lot of fun, however, playing in a cool stone chess set totally transforms the entire experience of the game. Personally, I own a couple of cool chess sets that allowed me to see the game in an entirely different perspective. Standard chess sets are good for practicing and playing when you are out of the comfort of your house. Nevertheless, having a cool chess set especially, a stone chess set in your house has the following benefits:
- It creates an urge to play at home even if you are tired, discouraging you to switch on the TV and waste your time with fake entertainment
- The game experience becomes much more enjoyable and exciting because you can admire the beauty and craftsmanship of the set while playing
- In my opinion, it’s the best way to introduce the game of chess to children because they tend to get bored in standard chess sets. My son learned chess when I bought him a themed chess set of his favorite movie.
- It’s a great decorative piece for the living room and visitors tend to take a closer look at it. I think a great chessboard has way greater potential to start a conversation than a vase or a small statue.
Recently, I had a conversation with a man who had a collection of chess sets comprising many stone chess sets. I have noticed that he was very exciting talking about his stone chess sets. He loved the interesting designs of the chessboards as well as the heavy and elaborate pieces. So, I have made a little research about stone chess sets.
I like Amazon.com because there is a great variety of sets that you cannot find in any store. Also, there are a lot of product reviews (so you know what to expect) and the delivery of the products is really fast. I believe that Amazon has a really good refund policy for faulty products.
The research I have made is based on parameters like craftsmanship, quality, price, appearance, and reviews from people who own the sets. The list is made out of my personal impression of the sets and you should check for yourself to have your own opinion.
1. Medieval Knights Chess Set
Features
- Pieces made of polyresin and the board made of tempered glass
- Great craftsmanship
- Dimensions are 17 x 17 x 2.75 inches
- Marble, onyx, and resin have been used for its manufacturing.
Conclusion
This is one of the sets that would distract me from the gameplay because anywhere you look on this set you will notice some amazing detail that is the outcome of great craftsmanship. It’s the set on this list with the best reviews and it is incredible that it costs around $99. Check it out here on Amazon.
2. Deco Poly-Stone Chess Set
The Poly-Stone Chess has been manufactured with quality stone to assure that you will enjoy your game every time you are playing. This stone chess set has the design I would like to have in my living room.
Features
- It has a unique supporting
- Dimensions of the product are 10 x 10 x 3 inches
Conclusion
It is available at an affordable cost and I think offers great value for money. It has been manufactured by experts and it hits pretty high on the wow factor. Check it out here on Amazon.
3. Wooden Chess with Stones Inlay
Wooden Chess with stones inlay is perfect for the individuals that love to play in style and are attracted by antique items.
Features
- The wooden board has been designed with stone chess pieces
- King piece is unique with 2.6 inches height
- Dimensions of the product are 12 x 12 Inches
- There is space inside the chessboard to store the pieces
Conclusion
The biggest attraction of the product is that its pieces have been perfectly carved from stones. Therefore, people who own it claim that it looks luxurious and the craftsmanship of the pieces is phenomenal. At the same time, it’s not expensive and you can buy it at a reasonable price. Check it out here on Amazon.
4. Dragons of the Realm Chess Set
This stone chess set is different from any other on this list. Actually, we talk about a dragon chess set featuring unparalleled craftsmanship. If you like myths and read fantasy novels then, you should take a look at this.
Features
- Hand-cast using real crushed stone bonded with high-quality designer resin
- Combination of brown and cream shade
- Each piece is individually hand-painted
- Dimensions: 22″Wx22″Dx6.5″H, weight 19 lbs.
Conclusion
Despite the fact that I never found intriguing fantasy novels or movies, this set caught my eye. It’s an impressive and unique stone chess set with excellent reviews, available at a somewhat high but still, reasonable price. Check it out here on Amazon.
5. Marble Stone Art Chess Set
Features
- The pieces are made out of hand-carved marble
- The chessboard is out of stone and wood and you can store the pieces inside it
- Dimensions are 14.6 x 5.4 x 14.6 inches
Conclusion
This marble chess set gives a feel of luxury to its owners making it a perfect decorative element for their living rooms. Also, it’s very affordable and it’s worth to include it on my list. Check it out here on Amazon.
6. Isle of Lewis Chess Set
Features
- Original crushed stones have been used to design the board
- It has been carved with hands
- Dimensions of the product are 17.5 x 11.5 x 1.5 inches
Conclusion
The chess set looks like an isle that will add excitement to the game. It’s something that you don’t expect to find at anyone’s residence and it’s affordable. There are many similar sets like this one and you can find on Amazon many ‘ Isle of Lewis chess sets ‘. Check it out here on Amazon.
7. Handmade White and Green Onyx Marble Chess Set
Features
- It’s made out of marble (white and onyx color)
- Dimensions of the product are 16 x 16 x 4 inches
- There is a box that has separate housings for individual chess pieces and keeps them safe
Conclusion
This set has some great features making it an excellent choice for an ornament and it gets a great score on the wow-factor. It surely combines luxury and elegance at an affordable price. Check it out here on Amazon.
8. Civil War Sculptural Chess Set
Features
- Real crushed stones have been used for designing chess pieces and they have been bounded by best resin
- Dimensions are 21.2 x 21.2 x 0.5 inches
- Experts have hand-painted it
Conclusion
The perfect display of war in the chess pieces is amazing. This set is ideal for people who love the history of America and have intense patriotism spirit. The reviews are satisfying and there are no mentions of any fault. The pieces are truly works of art and that is depicted in the somewhat expensive price. Check it out here on Amazon.
9. Studio Anne Carlton Chess Set
Features
- Pieces made of polyresin
- Great craftsmanship
- There is no board included. Suitable for chess boards of 21.6 inches minimum.
- The set can be protected in a strong despatch box.
Conclusion
It’s certainly a top quality chess set, superior to any set I have mentioned on this list. All the products that have been sold by this manufacturer have received a 5-star rating from each owner. The amount of detail is phenomenal and it is depicted in the price tag. If you really want something luxurious that hardly anyone owns and you have the appropriate budget, only then, you should consider buying it along with an awesome and cheap chessboard ( in case you don’t have). Check it out here on Amazon.
10. Gods of Greek Mythology Chess Set
Features
- Crushed stone has been used for manufacturing of the product
- All the pieces have been carved by the hands of experts
- Dimensions are 21 x 21 x 0.5 inches
- No chessboard included, the King is 3-4 inches tall
Conclusion
The biggest attraction of the product is the beautiful carving of the pieces. This product has received many good reviews. It’s a good choice for someone who wants something extremely unusual but, it is somewhat expensive. Check it out here on Amazon.
Final Verdict
There are many other chess sets on Amazon.com but, those were, in my opinion, the best chess sets made from stone. In case you want to buy a chess set you must consider some parameters which are:
- Make sure that you invest in a set that will meet your requirements perfectly. What are you looking for in the first place? Do you want to just sit on your couch and admire it? Do you want a cool gift for someone who loves playing chess all the time? You know better than me.
- Consider the cost of the set so you will not have to disturb your budget.
- Before buying, make sure you have seen many chess sets and most importantly their reviews. I think Amazon is a good place to search because there are great variety and many reviews from owners that you can’t find them easily on the Internet or on a physical store where the owner just wants to sell you stuff.
Also, I have written an article about marble chess sets that is very interesting and it will certainly help you choose your ideal chess set. You can check my other articles on reviews about glass chess sets and giant chess sets. Please let me know what you liked the most and if I missed any good set. If you have found value in this article, it would mean a lot to me if you could share it with friends and family. Enjoy playing chess.
I recently received, as a gift, a granite chess set purchased in 1976 Bleanu Ffestiniog along with a slate board. Do you have any information on such sets and what their worth might be today? I can send photos if you would like to see it.
Thank you
Hi. I have a chess set that was given to me as a gift. It is just like the one featured at the beginning of this article (cover photo) except that it has a matching stone pedastal. I’ve always wanted to know more about it because it seems very unique. Do you have any information about this set? Thanks so much!
Thanks for the comment. Unfortunately, I don’t have any information because these chess sets are custom built. The cost is higher but the final product is spectacular.