75 Gifts For Chess Lovers

Our Best 3 Picks

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Metal Chess Set

Choose from a marble or mosaic pattern for the board (made of MDF).

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Decorative Chess Bookends

They measure 4" (D) x 7" (W) x 7" (H) and are made of resin.

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Good on a Budget

White Knight Charm

A sterling silver charm on an optional black cord or silver chain.

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Birthday Gifts For Chess Lovers

Giant Tic Tac Toe & Chess

Giant Tic Tac Toe & Chess

Made from recycled non-toxic EVA foam, it measure 4 x 4 ft.

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Chess Tie-bar

From premium sterling silver plated brass with anti-tarnish lacquer.

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Chess Wall Art

Send 25-45 photos to be included in the collage.

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Chess Dad Hat

Select which chess piece to have embroidered, in black or white.

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Chess Cufflinks

High-quality copper base metal and enamel with a nickel plate.

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King and Queen Keychain

Specify one birthstone and one initial for each keychain.

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Chessboard Napkins

It includes 20 paper plates and 20 biodegradable napkins.

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Chess Cake Toppings

13 pieces of black and silver glitter cake toppings.

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Chess T-shirt

Various color options include black, red, blue, olive green, or grey.

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Chess Bow Tie

It comes in various sizes and in red and black, or just in black.

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Men’s Casual Chess Necktie

Made of 100% polyester, it's 57" in length and 3.2" in width.

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“I Never Lose” Pullover Hoodie

It comes in black, navy blue, grey, and royal blue.

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Electronic Chess Set

With 100 chess exercises, various levels, and a voice teaching system.

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“Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess”

It teaches chess through a programmed learning method and exercises.

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Cool Gifts For Chess Lovers

Decorative Chess Bookends

They measure 4" (D) x 7" (W) x 7" (H) and are made of resin.

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Chessboard Socks

They're made of 70% cotton, 28% polyamide, and 2% elastane.

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Chess Custom Name Blanket

With a suede polyester print and an ultra-soft micro fleece underside.

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Star Trek Tridimensional Chess Set

With 3 playing boards and 4 moveable "attack boards", it's 13" tall.

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Chess Set For Kids

A wooden chessboard and the chess pieces are made from birch wood.

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Medieval Times Chess Set

Blue and white Maltese cross with a 17-inch mosaic design board.

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Funny Chess Candle

Choose between 3 scents: Vanilla Bean, Comfort Spice, and Sea Breeze.

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Hand Crafted Wooden Chess Set

A traditional chess set made of durable rubberwood from east Malaysia.

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Chess Ornament

It's 4 inches, made of wood, and hand-painted.

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Chess Snowflake Ornament

All 6 chess pieces in the design, laser-cut from Baltic birch plywood.

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Electronic Grandmaster Chess Game

Includes 8 games: chess, checkers, 4-In-A-Row, Fox & Geese, and more.

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Wizards’ Chess

Play it using classic chess moves combined with spellcasting.

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World’s Smallest Chess

Measuring 3 x 0.5 x 1.75 inches, the board and pieces are magnetic.

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Interactive Chess Board Game

Learn chess through story-based themes and a detailed learning mode.

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“Star Wars” Chess Game

Black pieces are Imperial characters and silver are Rebel characters.

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Watercolor Chess Canvas

11.5" x 15" in size, it's waterproof and anti-ultraviolet.

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LEGO Iconic Chess Set

A buildable chessboard and playing pieces with 1,400+ Lego pieces.

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The Noble Collection Jurassic Park Chess Set

With plastic pieces (like a T-Rex for the King) and a cardboard board.

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Personalized Marble Chess Set

A custom message is engraved on a plaque on the side of the board.

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“Harry Potter” Wizard Chess Set

This plastic set is officially authorized by Warner Brothers.

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Chess King Lamp

Measuring 8" with a wooden base, it's LED and made of PLA plastic.

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Useful Gifts For Chess Lovers

Chess Piece Pot

Available in 4 colors: marble, grey volcano, white and black.

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Chess Messenger Bag

Made from 100% cotton canvas with brass buckles.

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Men’s Wristwatch

With a leather wristband and an aluminum alloy, 1.57" watch face.

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Chess Rug

It's made of microfiber polyester and cotton with a non-slip base.

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Vienna Coffee House Antique Reproduction Chess Set & Box

A 4” high gloss golden rosewood set featuring a walnut molded box.

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Silver Pocket Watch

It comes with the option to add a custom engraving of up to 8 words.

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Chess Tumbler

Choose from a ceramic mug, wine or Viking tumbler, or a water bottle.

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Chess Journal

With a leatherette cover and the option to personalize the engraving.

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Wooden Chess and Checkers Game Set

Felt bottom with inlaid wood, handcrafted pieces, and veneer inlay.

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Chess Set Board Rug

It's made of velvety or ultra-soft polyester with a cotton backing.

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Chess Queen Makeup Bag

It's made from polyester fiber and has a metal zipper (9.25" x 6.69").

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“CHESS: The Ultimate Chess Tactics and Strategies!”

Learn about quiet moves, insider chess strategies from pros, and more.

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Checkerboard Drawstring Bag

Made of high-quality polyester, it's waterproof and durable.

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Digital Chess Clock

It's compact, easy to set up, and works with a single AAA battery.

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Checkmate Medal Hanger

Made of brushed stainless steel, it's 18" long and holds 12-18 medals.

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Fun Gifts For Chess Lovers

White Knight Charm

A sterling silver charm on an optional black cord or silver chain.

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Chess Figurine

Choose from a King, Queen, or Rook made from resin and 8" in height.

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Chess Opening Print Chess Poster

A giclée print on 200 gsm fine art paper (frame not included).

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Chess Coins Set of Three

Can be gift-wrapped in gold kraft paper with an Old England ribbon.

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Nuts and Bolt Metal Sculpture

You have the option to add a custom engraving on a plaque.

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Story Time Chess

Learn chess rules and strategy through fun stories and activities. 4

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Personalized LED Chess Lamp

It emits 7 colors: red, blue, green, pink, yellow, purple, and white.

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Chess Board Game Wall Art

Made of MDF and available in various sizes, from a 9" to 21" square.

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Metal Chess Set

Choose from a marble or mosaic pattern for the board (made of MDF).

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Chess Figurines

A 3-piece set in white or black, the Queen stands the tallest at 12".

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Pocket Chess Set

32 paper chess-piece cards in 4 colors and 32 board cards in 2 colors.

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Chess Player Sign

Made of metal, it measures 8" x 12" with pre-drilled holes in corners.

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Chess Lovers Throw Pillow

Made of 100% spun polyester fabric, it measures 16 x 16 inches.

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Unique Gifts For Chess Lovers

Chess Queen Ceramic Cup

The chess piece is slowly revealed as you drink from this 11 oz cup.

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Chess Patent Prints Set of 4

It's printed on 10" x 8" premium-grade photo paper in a matte finish.

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Three-Man Chess

The board is 19" in diameter, made of PVC plastic, and weighs 12 oz.

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Chess USB Flash Drive Memory

It's made of wood and has 16 GB of storage capacity.

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Hnefatafl Viking Chess Set

Similar to chess, it dates back to medieval Europe and the Dark Ages.

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Chess Notation Book

It has space for 100 matches, using official chess scoring notation.

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Handmade Vinyl Record Chess Clock

12" in size, it's silent and requires 1 AA battery.

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Silicone Rainbow Chess Board Bubble Popper

There are various ways to play and the board is washable and portable.

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Plush Chess Pieces

The King chess piece is 14" tall and the Queen is 12" tall.

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Gods of Greek Mythology Chess Set

Hand-cast using real crushed stone bonded with high-quality resin.

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ThinkFun Brain Fitness Solitaire Chess

With an 80-challenge booklet, 10 chess pieces and 4 difficulty levels.

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King Chess Piece Glasses Holder

It measures 2.5 x 2.5 x 6 inches and is made of hard carved wood.

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Chess the game that has a cult-like following all over the world and that has a band of fans who are passionate about it. We admire their devotion and we have compiled a gift list to help you give the chess lover in your life a keepsake that will resonate with them.

Choosing the best Gifts For Chess Lovers

The average chess lover knows their way around the chess board and will spend quite a bit of time playing the game. Chess lovers also like to share their skills and they will often coach others on how to play the game. They typically enjoy having items that make it possible for them to play chess and share their love for the game with others.

Most chess lovers do not mind surrounding themselves with memorabilia that speak to their passion. As one ardent chess lover put it: “If we play our cards right and surround ourselves with enough of these gifts, we can all achieve our master plan of never having to think about anything but chess ever again.”

How we identified the best Gifts For Chess Lovers

When compiling our gift list, we factored in items that chess lovers can use in their day-to-day activities and that still keep their focus on the game. A chess-themed coffee mug, wristwatch, tumbler, or makeup bag are some of the gifts we picked.

We also considered that the average chess lover is not shy to talk about the game. Spend a few minutes with a real chess lover and you are bound to know about their passion. We, therefore, selected gifts that can serve as a billboard announcing their love for chess. 

Then there are the keepsakes that we considered chess lovers would enjoy having purely for their aesthetic value and for decor purposes. 

Tips for buying the best Gifts For Chess Lovers

  1. Listen
    The chess lover in your life will constantly talk to you about the latest trends in the world of chess. Listening to them will give you some ideas about what you can get them as a gift and you can be sure it will be an item that will be well-loved.
  2. Help them hone their skill
    Chess lovers have this drive to keep on getting better at the game. They will spend hours playing the game or watching others play it in a bid to acquire some great tips. You can help them in this process. Gift them some chess lessons, subscribe them to a helpful online master class, or buy them a book outlining the best strategies.
  3. Make it personal
    Chess-themed gift items are more or less identical and can feel almost generic when handed out. You could go the extra mile and have any item you want to give branded with a personalized message. This lets the person know that you actually put thought into the gift.

FAQs

What are some cool gifts for chess lovers?

 

Your loved one is into everything chess and they don’t mind letting the whole world know about their passion. You want to help them showcase their love for chess but are unsure about what are some cool gifts for chess lovers. How about getting them a high-quality t-shirt or hoodie that has chess pieces printed on it. For those with a more high-end taste, you could get them a silver pocket watch and chain that has chess pieces engraved on it.

 

Are there other types of chess gifts except for the board?

When most people think about getting chess gifts, their minds will often think of a chess board and the pieces. There are, however, other items that make great chess gifts such as an engraved coffee tumbler, an embroidered messenger bag, a cute floor rug, or a personalized wall art. The idea is to be open-minded and do your research.

What are some practical gifts for chess players?

When it comes to shopping for gifts for chess players, remember that chess is a game that calls for lots of sitting. A practical gift would therefore be one that helps them keep great posture and remain comfortable while seated. You could gift them a memory-foam seat cushion, a back pillow that offers lumbar support, an under-desk foot rest or a neck pillow which can serve as a headrest.