Official World Chess Electronic Pieces

Main Features of Official World Chess Electronic Pieces

Official World Chess Electronic Pieces are the championship-standard pieces in an electronic edition, powered by DGT technology and designed to work seamlessly with DGT-powered e-boards. They are positioned for three core use cases: official events, content creation/streaming workflows, and high-quality casual play where reliable move recognition matters.

What makes this set especially compelling is the combination of heritage and functionality. The official FIDE set was unveiled at the 2013 World Championship Match in Chennai, and it is presented as the very design used when Magnus Carlsen defeated Viswanathan Anand to become World Champion—an important credibility signal for buyers who care about authenticity as much as performance.

For shoppers looking to Buy World Chess Electronic Pieces, the key benefit is simple: these pieces deliver the “official” tournament look while unlocking the DGT ecosystem for digital boards and broadcast-ready play.

Official World Chess Electronic Pieces Specifications

• King height: 93 mm / 3.7 inches.
  
  

• Material: Boxwood.
  
  

• Extra queens: Included (useful for promotion-heavy formats and training)
  
  

• Compatibility: Fully compatible with all DGT electronic boards, including DGT Smart Boards and the Revelation Chess Computer.
  
  

Commercial note for decision-making: the current World Chess Electronic Pieces price is listed as $749.00 (tax included) on the product page (shipping calculated at checkout).

This positioning supports the product’s role as a premium, official-grade upgrade for players who already own (or plan to own) a DGT board—and want tournament legitimacy rather than generic sensor-compatible pieces.

Shipping Information for Official World Chess Electronic Pieces

International shipping is available, and orders are typically processed within 24–72 hours (Monday to Friday). Tracking is generally sent by email within 72 hours after the order has shipped.

Customs, duties, and taxes are not covered by shipping charges and remain the recipient’s responsibility. If an order has not arrived within 35 business days, it qualifies for a refund or a free reshipment (subject to the shipping terms).

For customers who prefer a fast, straightforward purchase flow, the most direct path is to proceed with a World Chess Electronic Pieces order online and see exact shipping rates and availability at checkout.

Guarantee for Official World Chess Electronic Pieces

Returns and exchanges are available within 14 days of delivery, provided the item is unused, unaltered, and returned with original tags and packaging.

If an order arrives damaged or missing items, the store requires photos of the outer packaging with the shipping label visible. Return shipping costs are paid by the customer; return labels are available for EU and US customers, and the label cost is deducted from the refund. Refunds are processed within 1–2 business days after the return is received (banks may take an additional 1–3 business days to post funds).

This framework reduces purchase risk for buyers comparing World Chess Electronic Pieces for sale options—especially when the priority is official provenance plus dependable DGT-board compatibility.

Keep the chessboard dry at all times, and avoid any form of exposure to water.

Water damages the board.

Keep the board away from extreme temperatures,humidity, an air conditioner, and a fan.

Humidity makes your board expand and contract.

Keep the chessboard away from direct sunlight or harsh artificial light to avoid damages.

If the chessboard gets scratched,clean the smudges with a little damp piece of fabric.

If the chessboard feels sticky, wipe with a piece of cloth.

Dust regularly using a dry, soft piece of fabric.

Use beeswax or 3M polish once a monthfor the shine of the board as the boards have HV melamine lacquer coating on them.

Keep chess pieces away from humidity and heat.

It can cause cracking, discolouration, and warping of chess pieces.

Do not use 3M polish for chessmen.

Once your order is placed, our customer care team will follow up with an email confirmation. Please allow two business days to process the order. Additional time is needed during the holidays and weekends. 

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

Shipping may take up to 10 business days towards all international destinations. Our team provides tracking number as soon as the goods are dispatched and will monitor the delivery process. For any questions or concerns about delivery please contact shop@worldchess.com

SHIPPING TO THE UNITED STATES

US orders are shipped directly from our US warehouse, ensuring faster delivery with no additional duties, import taxes, or hidden fees at delivery.

CUSTOMS DUTY AND CUSTOMS CLEARANCE FEE

WORLD CHESS is not responsible for the customs duty and the customs clearance fee. You may be charged custom fees for something purchased online. For more information please contact your local customs office. If the customer refuses to pay customs, he/she will be charged for delivery for return.