Wholesale Chess Staunton Colored Chess Pieces – Half Set of 17 Tournament Pieces with Extra Queen

This half set contains 17 Staunton chess pieces in a single color, including an extra queen, all meeting official tournament standards. Each piece has a felted base for smooth movement and a standard design with a 3 3/4" tall King on a 1 1/2" base. Sold individually by color, you need two half sets (in two colors) to complete a full set. These plastic pieces match the size and style of the Basic Club Chess Pieces but come in a variety of bright, fun colors. They're a lighter, more affordable alternative to the Heavy Tournament Chess Pieces while remaining tournament legal.

Are These Pieces Tournament Legal?

Yes, every piece meets official chess tournament standards for size, shape, and weight distribution. The Staunton design is the standard for competitive play, and the felt bases slide easily across the board without scratching the surface. The King height of 3 3/4 inches with a 1 1/2 inch base is exactly what tournament directors expect for regulation play.

What's in the Box and How to Build a Complete Set

Each half set includes 17 pieces of the same color: one King, one Queen (plus an extra Queen, so two Queens total), two Bishops, two Knights, two Rooks, and eight Pawns. To play a full game, you need two half sets in contrasting colors. The extra queen is handy for promotions during the game. The pieces are made of solid plastic with a felt paper base for glide and durability.

Key Specifications

How Do These Compare to Other Wholesale Chess Pieces?

They are identical in size and style to the Basic Club Chess Pieces, but offered in a wider selection of colors. Compared to the Heavy Tournament Chess Pieces, these are lighter (no added weight) and cost less, making them a budget-friendly choice for clubs, schools, or casual games where tournament legality is still required. The felt bases are standard on all three lines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many colors are available? The pieces come in a variety of fun colors, but the exact color options are not listed. Each half set is sold as a single color, so you can choose any two colors to create a full set.

Do the pieces have weighted bases? Unlike the Heavy Tournament series, these pieces do not have extra internal weight. They are standard plastic with a felt base, which is still tournament legal but lighter in hand.

Can I buy just one half set? Yes, each pack contains 17 pieces of one color. You'll need two packs for a complete set of 32 pieces plus extra queens for each side.

Are the pieces suitable for children? Yes, the plastic material is durable and the felt base protects tabletops. The Staunton design is the same used in professional play, so kids can learn on proper equipment.