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Americana

"Americana" is a term used to describe artefacts and cultural elements that are typically associated with American history, folklore, and heritage. It may be used to evoke a sense of nostalgia or a romanticized vision of American culture from a bygone era. This might include items such as vintage clothing, antique furniture, old photographs, folk music, regional cuisine, traditions and even architecture.

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The Liberty Deck 1994

The Liberty Deck

Portraits, signatures and brief biographies of the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence.

The Steamboat Brand

The Steamboat Brand

The theme of steamboats navigating up and down the Mississippi also extended to the cotton plantations alongside the river and to African American people employed therein who were sometimes depicted on the special Joker card.

U.S. Presidents playing cards 2015

U.S. Presidents playing cards

U.S. Presidents Bicycle playing cards designed by Johnny Whaam, USA, 2015

Wild West 1963

Wild West

Wild West card game published by Pepys, 1963.

Wild West playing cards 2003

Wild West playing cards

Famous lawmen, gamblers, outlaws and others from the American Wild West.