Chess Pieces – Crafted for Every Move

Marble chess pieces change how the game feels. The weight is different. The sound when placed on a board is different. The way they sit on a square — solid, stable, completely still — is different. Once you've played with genuine stone pieces, going back to plastic or resin is genuinely difficult.

This collection brings together handmade chess pieces in natural marble and onyx — individually hand-carved, individually polished, and finished by experienced stone artisans. Whether you're upgrading an existing board, replacing a missing piece, or buying purely for display — this is the right place to start.

What’s Included in a Complete Set of Marble Chess Pieces

Every full set of marble chess pieces in this collection includes all 32 pieces across both sides — 16 per player:

Each of the six piece types moves in a completely different way — the Queen covers the most ground, the Knight moves in an L-shape that no other piece replicates, and the King, while limited to one square at a time, is the piece the entire game revolves around protecting. 

Why Natural Stone Makes Better Pieces

The fact that each piece of marble or onyx is different owing to its natural veining and color makes this product distinct from any others since none can be exactly like another, an attribute exclusive to marble. The weight of the marble makes it different from any other material such as wood.

Our onyx chess pieces and marble chess sets carry individual character in every piece. The veining on your King won't match anyone else's. The tonal depth in your pawn chess pieces belongs to that stone alone.

That's not something a factory can manufacture. It's what natural stone actually is.

Chess Pieces for Play, Display, and Decoration

Not every set ends up on an active board — and that's completely fine. Chess pieces for decoration are one of the most popular uses for natural stone pieces, and the results look genuinely intentional.

A full set of onyx chess pieces arranged on a marble tray, a wooden surface, or a display shelf creates something visual and considered. The natural colour contrast between the two sides — deep onyx against light marble, or bold green onyx against white — produces the kind of display that looks curated rather than random.

These pieces belong out on show. Not stored in a box.

Replacement Chess Pieces and Spare Marble Chess Pieces

Pieces get lost. It happens. Our collection includes options for customers who need replacement chess pieces or spare chess pieces to complete an existing set. Because natural stone carries individual veining, a perfect match isn't always guaranteed — but our range covers a wide variety of marble and onyx tones.

Contact our team directly with details of your existing set and we'll find the closest available match personally.

Explore the full  OceanicX chess pieces collection — natural stone, handcrafted, and genuinely unique every single time.

Frequently Asked Questions
 

1. How many chess pieces are there in a game?

A standard chess game has 32 chess pieces, with 16 pieces assigned to each player.

2. What are chess pieces called?

These include King, Queen, Rook, Bishop, Knight, and Pawns.

3. How do chess pieces move?

Each piece has unique movements:

• King: one square in any direction
• Queen: any direction, unlimited squares
• Rook: straight lines
• Bishop: diagonally
• Knight: L-shaped moves (can jump over pieces)
• Pawn: forward movement with diagonal captures

4. Does the amount of chess pieces always stay the same?

There will be 32 pieces in a standard game always, but the actual number can reduce if there are captures in the game.

5. Marble chess pieces VS wood pieces - what is better?

While the former has luxurious and heavier pieces, the latter is lighter but traditional.

6. Why unique chess pieces are considered good for a game?

Unique chess pieces stand out due to their appearance, material, and even craftsmanship, making games with them much more engaging.

7. Can one use large pieces to play chess?

It is possible to enjoy a great game of chess with large chess pieces as well.

8. How to choose the right chess pieces?

Choosing good pieces requires taking into account several factors, such as size and weight.

9. Are cool chess pieces good for beginners?

Yes! Distinctive or themed pieces make learning easier and games more engaging, while still being fully functional.