Baraja Acehucheña
Souvenir playing cards from Acehúche created by Nacho Julián, Spain, 2001.
Spanish-suited souvenir playing cards from Acehúche, a remote village in Extremadura, 64Km from Cáceres, Spain. Maybe somewhere to discover? The pack is non-standard and shows photographs on each card of village life, the surrounding countryside, recreational sports, religious customs and traditions, etc. Designed and produced by Nacho Julián for the local council to promote the village. See the leaflet►
Above: souvenir playing cards from Acehúche manufactured by Naipes Comas, 2001. 40 cards in plastic box. Limited edition of 1000.
By Simon Wintle
Spain • Member since February 01, 1996
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.
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