Naipes Marca Mapocho
Naipes Marca Mapocho, Santiago de Chile, based on Spanish designs of the 'Cadiz' pattern.
Above: Naipes Marca Mapocho, Santiago, 40 cards. Mapocho is the name of a river which runs through Santiago. The name 'Mapocho' can be read on the Ace, Two and Four of Coins. The Cavalier of Cups has the usual legend 'AHI VA' and the Four of Swords mentions a gold medal.
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