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Baraja Acehucheña

Published December 08, 2022 • Updated September 21, 2023

Souvenir playing cards from Acehúche created by Nacho Julián, Spain, 2001.

2001 SpainFolkloreNature & EnvironmentPhotographySouvenirNacho JuliánRafael VerdejoNaipes Comas NEGSASendero Coleccionismo

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►

souvenir playing cards from Acehúche manufactured by Naipes Comas, 2001 souvenir playing cards from Acehúche manufactured by Naipes Comas, 2001 souvenir playing cards from Acehúche manufactured by Naipes Comas, 2001

Above: souvenir playing cards from Acehúche manufactured by Naipes Comas, 2001. 40 cards in plastic box. Limited edition of 1000.



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