President Suspender
An historic American advertising deck for the C. A. Edgarton Mfg Company, manufacturers of the President Suspender (known as “braces” in England) depicting U.S. Presidents and First Ladies on the courts.
President Suspender
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An historic American advertising deck for the C. A. Edgarton Mfg Company, manufacturers of the President Suspender (known as “braces” in England) depicting 16 U.S. Presidents on the Kings and Jacks and First Ladies on the Queens. Advertising appears on the backs, Ace of Spades, Joker, court cards and box. The deck also has an obvious patriotic message.
The back design features the suspender whilst the Joker depicts George Washington, America's first president
.By Rod Starling (1936-2023)
Member since January 09, 2013
Rod Starling was one of the founding members of the 52 Plus Joker card collectors club. He authored many articles for the club's quarterly newsletter, Clear the Decks. His collection encompasses both foreign and American decks. Rod also authored a book titled The Art and Pleasures of Playing Cards.
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