Nineteenth Century Pack
A magnificent example of Goodall & Son’s range of chromolithographed Commemorative playing cards from the late nineteenth century..
Goodall’s Nineteenth Century Playing Cards
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A magnificent example of Goodall & Son's range of chromolithographed commemorative playing cards from the late nineteenth century, the four Aces in this “Nineteenth Century” pack show the flags of Russia, France, Germany and Italy. The court cards feature monarchs and statesmen from those countries whilst the back design has medallion portraits of George III, George IV, William IV and Queen Victoria.
Above: Goodall's Nineteenth Century Playing Cards, c.1900, featuring monarchs and statesmen. A Joker was not included, only a blank card. Images courtesy Rod Starling and Matt Probert.
REFERENCES
Goodall, Michael H: Chas Goodall & Son: The Family and The Firm 1820-1922, Woking, 2000
By Rod Starling
Member since January 09, 2013
View ArticlesRod Starling is one of the founding members of the 52 Plus Joker card collectors club. He has written many articles for the club's quarterly newsletter, Clear the Decks. His collection still encompasses both foreign and American decks. Rod has also authored a book titled The Art and Pleasures of Playing Cards.
Also by Rod Starling
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