Minifusor Clásico
Minifusor Clásico, a modern re-drawing of the Catalan pattern published by Difusora, c.1980.
Minifusor Clásico, a modern re-drawing of the Catalan pattern published by Difusora, c.1980. The ace of coins features the Argentine flag in front of the Spanish flag. Different editions reveal different qualities; some are lower grade than others and plastic coatings vary.
Above: Naipes tipo Español Minifusor Clásico, 40 cards in box.
The manufacturer's details can often be found on the four of coins but in some cases are omitted. Also, some colour variations can be observed between editions, see for example the kings’ robes and the red spot in the centre of the coin symbols.
Minifusor Clásico Publicity Edition
Above: Minifusor Clásico produced for Supradyn Cal-C-Vita Protavita Vitamins by Difusora, c.1980. 48 cards + 2 jokers. See the Box►
By Simon Wintle
Spain • Member since February 01, 1996 • Contact
I am the founder of The World of Playing Cards (est. 1996), a website dedicated to the history, artistry and cultural significance of playing cards and tarot. Over the years I have researched various areas of the subject, acquired and traded collections and contributed as a committee member of the IPCS and graphics editor of The Playing-Card journal. Having lived in Chile, England, Wales, and now Spain, these experiences have shaped my work and passion for playing cards. Amongst my achievements is producing a limited-edition replica of a 17th-century English pack using woodblocks and stencils—a labour of love. Today, the World of Playing Cards is a global collaborative project, with my son Adam serving as the technical driving force behind its development. His innovative efforts have helped shape the site into the thriving hub it is today. You are warmly invited to become a contributor and share your enthusiasm.
Related Articles
Catalan pattern by B.P Grimaud
Standard Spanish Catalan pattern deck made in Paris by B.P Grimaud.
Minifusor Tipo Español
Naipes "Minifusor" tipo Español published by Difusora S.A., c.1980.
Naipe Cantaclaro
A colourful version of the Spanish Catalan pattern from Colombia, with a crowing cockerel on the 4 o...
Naipes Españoles “El Mexicano”
Standard Catalan-type deck, titled "El Mexicano", by an anonymous Argentinean manufacturer, c.1980s....
RedElec
Publicity playing cards for RedElec Argentina, c.2008
Buena Suerte Cartomancy
Buena Suerte Cartomancy cards published by Difusora S.A., Argentina, c.1975
Buena Suerte Cartomancy leaflet
Buena Suerte Cartomancy leaflet.
Naipes Vigor S.R.L.
VIGOR S.R.L (1955 - c1975) manufactured a range of playing cards and card games, including Chinita, ...
Naipes Minifusor
Difusora S.A is a distributor of smokers' materials. Around 1970-80 they also distributed "Minifusor...
Naipes Joketa
“Naipes Joketa” by anonymous manufacturer, c.1975. A slightly elaborated version of conosur pattern....
Naipes Victoria - page 2
Naipes Victoria was Cía Fabril Financiera's leading brand of Spanish-suited playing cards.
Joker S.A.
Playing cards manufactured by Joker S.A.
Argentinian Playing Cards - Naipes Argentinos
Playing cards were introduced to the Americas with Spanish explorers such as Columbus or Cortés.
C. Della Penna & Cía, Bs Aires, c.1930-1978
C. Della Penna S.A. playing card manufacturer and publisher, Buenos Aires, c.1930-1978.
Justo Rodero e Hijos
Justo Rodero e Hijos, playing card manufacturer in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
J. M. Gandarillas, Buenos Aires, c.1815
Playing cards believed to have been designed in 1815 by the Chilean immigrant Manuel José Gandarilla...
Casa Escasany
Naipes Casa Escasany ~ Magnificent novelty playing cards published by Casa Escasany, Buenos Aires, A...
Francisco Girbau & Cia, Buenos Aires
Francisco Girbau & Cia, Buenos Aires, c.1890-1935
J. F. Sanchez - Buenos Aires c.1895
J. F. Sanchez - Buenos Aires c.1895.
El Ciervo, c.1930
Sebastian Comas y Ricart - Hija de A. Comas “El Ciervo” Spanish Catalan pattern, c.1930.
Most Popular
Our top articles from the past 60 days
