French Staunton Acacia/Boxwood 3" chess pieces

French Staunton-style chess pieces in acacia and boxwood, 3 inches are a classic set of wooden chess pieces for recreational, club and home play. Their clean French profile, two extra queens and weighted construction make them a practical choice for regular use.

The set includes 34 chess pieces: 16 light pieces, 16 dark pieces and 2 extra queens. That extra pair is especially useful when a pawn is promoted. The pieces are handmade, weighted and finished with green felt bases for steadier play and smoother movement on the board.

Materials and character

The light pieces are made from boxwood. The source also refers to the dark pieces as a contrasting dark hardwood, but the exact species is not fully consistent in the supplied information, so it is best not to state it more precisely here. A polished surface gives the set a neat, traditional look without unnecessary ornament.

French pieces have a calm, classic line, so this style works well for everyday games as well as for a more presentable board. The combination of weight and felted bases also helps the pieces sit securely during play.

Size and board fit

The king stands 79 mm tall and the pawn measures 40 mm. This makes the set a practical mid-sized option, and it is best matched with boards that have 40–45 mm squares.

If you are choosing a board or storage case, you can also use our chess size guide to check the right fit.

Key details

• Product type: wooden chess pieces
• Style: French Staunton-inspired
• Piece count: 34 pieces
• Extra queens: 2
• King height: 79 mm
• Pawn height: 40 mm
• Square size: 40–45 mm
• Light piece material: boxwood