{"product_id":"marble-checkers-set-travertine-black-stone-board-game","title":"Travertine \u0026 Black Marble Checkers Set — 15\" Handmade Stone Board Game","description":"\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA handmade \u003cstrong\u003emarble checkers set\u003c\/strong\u003e in natural travertine and black marble — the highest-contrast pairing in the Speshstones \u003cstrong\u003echeckers set\u003c\/strong\u003e range. This \u003cstrong\u003echeckers board game set\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs the warm beige-cream of genuine sedimentary travertine against the dense near-black surface of genuine black marble in a standard 8×8 grid. The 32 hand-cut \u003cstrong\u003emarble checkers pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e — 16 travertine discs and 16 black marble discs, each 1.25 inches — carry the same sharp natural stone contrast across every move on the board, at 4.6 lbs of genuine stone weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15-inch travertine and black marble board\u003c\/strong\u003e — the highest-contrast natural stone pairing in the Speshstones checkers range; 15 × 15 × 0.1 inches, 4.6 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e32 handmade marble checkers pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e — 16 travertine discs and 16 black marble discs, each 1.25 inches, with concentric ring detail hand-cut into the top face of each disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum natural stone contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e — warm travertine beige against dense black marble for instant visual clarity in gameplay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChess and checkers board game compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — the light-dark grid closely mirrors the classic chess board look in natural stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo paint or dye\u003c\/strong\u003e — the dark-light contrast comes from two genuinely different stone types, not color treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor and outdoor use\u003c\/strong\u003e — genuine stone withstands outdoor conditions without color loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeshStones branded fragile packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e — protective transit packaging designed for natural stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe travertine-and-black pairing delivers the clearest piece-tracking of any color combination in the Speshstones \u003cstrong\u003echeckers set\u003c\/strong\u003e range. The warm beige of travertine and the near-black density of black marble sit at opposite ends of the natural stone tone spectrum — the board reads clearly from across a room and each \u003cstrong\u003estone checker pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e position is immediately legible at any stage of a game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor interior fit, the travertine-and-black board works across a wide range of palettes: warm-neutral rooms where travertine is the dominant stone, contemporary spaces where black stone anchors a design, and high-contrast modern interiors where the pairing coordinates with other black-and-natural material combinations. At 4.6 lbs of genuine stone, the board stays put on any flat surface during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBetween games, the \u003cstrong\u003echeckers board game set\u003c\/strong\u003e sits on a coffee table or game table as a permanent natural stone display object with the visual clarity that makes it legible as a board game from multiple angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe board and 32 \u003cstrong\u003echecker pieces set\u003c\/strong\u003e are handmade from natural travertine and black marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural travertine\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sedimentary limestone formed by calcium carbonate precipitation from spring water. Its warm beige-cream color and characteristic heavy natural pitting distinguish it from polished marble — the natural voids distributed across each travertine surface vary in size and distribution from piece to piece, confirming individually hand-cut \u003cstrong\u003emarble checkers pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than manufactured uniformity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack marble\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine metamorphic stone — dense calcium carbonate crystal structure recrystallized under extreme heat and pressure — carrying near-black mineral content that produces its characteristic dark surface. The darkness of black marble is geological, not a coating. The polished black marble squares and discs carry the same cool dense weight and smooth polished surface as any genuine marble product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNo paint, dye, stain, or synthetic coating is applied to any part of this \u003cstrong\u003emarble draughts set\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMaterial type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMarble and Travertine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBoard dimensions (L × W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e15 inches × 15 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBoard thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e0.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eItem dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e15 × 15 × 0.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eItem weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.6 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBoard layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStandard 8×8 checkers grid — alternating travertine and black marble squares\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColor combination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTravertine and Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eChecker piece diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eChecker piece detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eConcentric ring pattern hand-cut into top face of each disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTravertine pieces (light)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e16 × natural travertine discs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlack marble pieces (dark)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e16 × black marble discs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTotal pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e32 stone checker discs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eUnit count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNumber of items\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTravertine — natural matte; Black marble — polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandmade — no synthetic materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIndoor use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOutdoor use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSpeshStones branded secure fragile packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFree US shipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWipe the board with a soft damp microfibre cloth after each game session to remove fingerprint oils and dust from both the travertine and black marble surfaces. The polished black marble surface shows fingerprint marks and water spots more readily than lighter stone — a quick damp cloth wipe after play keeps the black stone surface clean. For the travertine squares and travertine \u003cstrong\u003echecker pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e, use a soft-bristle brush with mild pH-neutral soap to clean debris from the natural pitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDo not use vinegar, lemon juice, citrus cleaners, or bleach on any marble or travertine surface. Never use abrasive cloths on the black marble surface. For outdoor use, bring the set inside during extended rain. Apply a food-safe penetrating stone sealer to the board and all 32 \u003cstrong\u003emarble checkers pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e once or twice per year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-contrast modern and contemporary interiors\u003c\/strong\u003e — travertine and black marble coordinates with bold modern design where dark stone anchors a space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee table display\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 15-inch, 4.6-lb high-contrast board reads clearly as a natural stone object from across a room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift for board game players\u003c\/strong\u003e — the sharpest natural stone color contrast in the Speshstones \u003cstrong\u003echeckers set\u003c\/strong\u003e range, for players who want maximum visual clarity during play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChess and checkers board game use\u003c\/strong\u003e — the light-dark grid mirrors the classic chess board in natural stone; pair with stone chess pieces from the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/collections\/marble-travertine-chess-sets\"\u003eMarble \u0026amp; Travertine Chess Sets Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGame rooms and home offices\u003c\/strong\u003e — a permanent stone \u003cstrong\u003echeckers board game set\u003c\/strong\u003e display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor entertaining\u003c\/strong\u003e — patio and garden table use; natural stone retains color and structure outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eExplore More Natural Stone Checker Sets and Chess Sets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/collections\/marble-travertine-checkers-sets\"\u003eCheckers Collection\u003c\/a\u003e — all five Speshstones natural stone 15-inch \u003cstrong\u003echeckers set\u003c\/strong\u003e options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/collections\/marble-travertine-chess-sets\"\u003eMarble \u0026amp; Travertine Chess Sets Collection\u003c\/a\u003e — 19 complete stone chess sets including black marble combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/collections\/marble-travertine-chess-checker-pieces\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Checker Pieces Collection\u003c\/a\u003e — standalone \u003cstrong\u003estone checker pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e and chess figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/products\/marble-tic-tac-toe-game-set\"\u003eMarble Tic Tac Toe Game Set\u003c\/a\u003e — compact 10-inch round white marble tic tac toe board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003etravertine and black marble checkers set\u003c\/strong\u003e from Speshstones is the highest-contrast natural stone pairing in the checkers range — a handmade 15-inch \u003cstrong\u003echeckers board game set\u003c\/strong\u003e in natural travertine and black marble, 15 × 15 × 0.1 inches, 4.6 lbs, with 32 \u003cstrong\u003emarble checkers pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16 travertine and 16 black marble discs, each 1.25 inches with concentric ring detail. The \u003cstrong\u003emarble checker board\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers maximum warm-dark contrast from two genuinely different natural stone types — no paint, dye, or synthetic color. As a \u003cstrong\u003echess and checkers board game\u003c\/strong\u003e surface, the light-dark travertine and black marble grid mirrors the classic chess board in genuine stone. As a \u003cstrong\u003emarble draughts set\u003c\/strong\u003e, the handmade natural stone weight and surface variation confirm authentic geological material throughout. Free US shipping. Browse all combinations in the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/collections\/marble-travertine-checkers-sets\"\u003eCheckers Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPESHSTONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47630680097013,"sku":"G3-GFLZ-TO42","price":105.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/5229\/8485\/files\/8_683ca28e-422a-4949-b193-a57775cc15a8.jpg?v=1771483586","url":"https:\/\/www.speshstones.com\/products\/marble-checkers-set-travertine-black-stone-board-game","provider":"SPESHSTONES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}