Old Maid No.5862
Tower Press Old Maid No.5862.
Tower Press “Old Maid” No.5862.
Above: Old Maid, Tower Press product no.5862. 34 cards in box plus extra card plus one 'Old Maid' card. The illustrations and titles were also the inspiration for an 'Old Maid' game produced by Hee Trading Co., (Malaysia) in the 1980s. The companion packs are: 'Beat your Neighbours' no.5861 & 'Happy Families' no.5864. The back of the box has the rules. (click image to see more)
By Simon Wintle
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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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