Arlequin
Naipes Arlequin come in both International and Spanish versions.
Naipes Arlequin come in both International (Poker) and Spanish (Estilo Español) formats. The cards are by an unknown manufacturer but the box has a label stating “Distribuidor Romero y Cía, Agüero 1865 - Cap. Fed. Industria Argentina”.
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International Version - Naipes de Poker Arlequin
Above: Naipes de Poker Arlequin, c.1975. The courts are a re-drawn version of American designs as used in ‘Bee’ brand. The cards are anonymous but the box has a label stating “Distribuidor Romero y Cía, Agüero 1865, Cap. Fed. Industria Argentina.” 52 cards + 2 jokers in box.
Spanish Version - Naipes Arlequin Estilo Español
Above: Naipes Estilo Español Arlequin, unknown manufacturer, c.1975. 48 cards + 2 jokers in box.
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