Louviers, Colorado: : A Model for a Company Town
Object ID:
5DA.1016.80
Object Name:
Card, Playing
Description:
There are 54 playing cards which are not in their original package. The two joker cards show a King riding a bike. One of the Joker's has the Guarantee printed on it, as well as the manufacturer, The United States Playing Card Company, Cincinnati, Ohio 45212.
The Ace of Spades has a large spade in the center with a crowned woman holding a septor in the right hand and a olive branch in the other. At the bottom of the card, under the trademark is J2025.
The back design on these cards is probably the most recognizable in the world, having been in constant production since 1887. This was the second design produced under the "Bicycle" name, the first being the Old Fan backs produced in 1885.
Dimensions:
W—2.53 L—3.58 D—0.619 inches
Site Name:
Louviers Village Club
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Card Ace of SpadeCard Ace of Spade