Historical Playing Cards

American History Playing Card Deck, $12.00
The History Channel Presents.. Color portraits of prominent figures from American history. Fifty-two portraits adorn these 55 cards of this stately deck. The four suits are periods of U.S. History-Colonial, Federal, Civil War and Frontier. These include a detailed biographical booklet and rules for various card games.

Black History Playing Card Deck, $12.00
The History Channel Presents 52 portraits of distinguished black Americans. Complete with 108-page booklet of biographies for each featured black American that is celebrated in this deck. Four important fields of endeavor provide the playing card deck with suits - Human Rights, Science and Industry, Adventure and The Arts. Suitable for most card games. The Black History Playing Card Deck is a unique collection of 55 cards, featuring 52 distinguished black Americans. 

Historic Early Aviation Playing Cards
1783-1909
Card size: 3" x 4-1/4", $10.00
The History Channel Presents: Celebrate the Centennial of Flight! This oversized playing card deck honoring early aviation is presented chronologically with a charming color etching replicated from a deck of small trading cards published in 1910. Each of the 52 color illustrations depicts a dirigible or other aircraft and the deck completes its journey through the history of flight with the final card representing the Wright Brothers. Descriptive text, originally written in 1910, is included on each card. Suitable for most card games.

Old Time Christmas Angels Playing Card Deck
Out of Stock
Card size: 2 1/4" x 3 1/2", $6.00
A memorable way to express holiday joy and greetings. Christmas angels from vintage turn-of-the-century postcards have been reproduced in full color in this beautiful playing card deck. 54 different angel scenes appear on the card faces.

Victorian Advertising Poster Playing Cards
Card size: 2 3/4" x 3 7/8", $9.00
This deck highlights a delightful collection of 54 posters from the late Victorian era. From Snowfoam Ice Cream to the Bank of England, these poster reproductions capture the spirit of the day. Great for history buffs.