Spanish-suited deck by J.Y. Humphreys
A rare Spanish-suited deck published by J.Y. Humphreys, Philadelphia, c.1816.
A Spanish-suited deck published by James Y. Humphreys, Philadelphia c.1816. The cards are interesting due to the American symbolism depicted on the aces. At the same time, the designs show influences of Spanish-suited cards exported from France. Humphreys’ monogram appears on the 7 of coins.
Above: Spanish-suited deck published by J.Y. Humphreys, Philadelphia, c.1816. Stencil-coloured woodcuts, 48 cards. Hochman Encyclopedia reference U29d. From the collection of Enrique García Martín.
The wrapper for this deck has the Spanish royal coat of arms over the words “Naipes Espanoles” and the words “Manufacturado por James Y Humphreys, No.36 Calle Primera Sud, Philadelphia”.
Humphreys’ monogram appears on the 7 of coins.
References
Dawson, Tom & Judy: The Hochman Encyclopedia of American Playing Cards, U.S. Games Systems Inc., 2000
By Alberto Pérez González
Spain • Member since December 21, 2016 • Contact
I am a researcher and my primary interest lies in playing cards manufactured in Cádiz (not the 'Cádiz' type in general). I have authored several articles in the annual Asescoin magazine 'La Sota'. Among them are: “Madrid’s Playing Cards from the 17th to the 20th Century”; “New Contributions to the Study of Playing Cards in the Valencian Country”; “The Fouquets: 'Navarra pattern' in the Netherlands”; “Divided Playing Cards: Combining Ingenuity with Skill”; “Here Be Dragons: Speculations on the Evolution of the so-called 'Portuguese' Pattern”; “Playing Cards in Chile: News and Chronicles from the Viceroyalty Era”...
I have written and designed the book “Los Naipes de Cádiz” (296 pp). Additionally, I have contributed to the design, layout, and collaboration in Enrique García Martín’s book “Naipes, Arte y Fantasía” (444 pp).
Related Articles
Seminole Wars deck
Seminole Wars deck by J. Y. Humphreys, Philadelphia, c.1819.
Kem ‘Spanish’ playing cards
Kem ‘Spanish’ playing cards appear to depict Spanish conquistadors © 1994.
Naipes ‘El Leon’ 1897
Naipes ‘El Leon’ manufactured by Federico Hidalgo (Barcelona, 1897-1899).
Grimm's Forest Playing Cards
A non-standard pack created to play an original board game; inspired by the Brothers Grimm fairy tal...
Gangster playing cards
A small set of gangster and mafia inspired cards created by Jacob Reynolds.
Pyramid P.C.C.
The company introduced a number of standard brands until it was absorbed into U.S.P.C.C. and its aff...
Norwood #85, c.1909
The deck features a colourful Ace of Spades and Joker, decorated Aces, unique courts and two beautif...
Seminole Wars deck by James Y. Humphreys, Philadelphia, c.1819
Court cards from the Seminole Wars deck by J. Y. Humphreys, Philadelphia, c.1819. Ace of Spades from...
Jumbo Bridge 88
Cards with jumbo indices were introduced in 1895, and were given the subtitle '88'.
The United States Playing Card Company
Over the years the pressures of competition and other market forces have led to many smaller manufac...
Strauss & Trier, c.1860
Strauss & Trier, New York, c.1860.
Thomas Crehore copy, c.1850
Thomas Crehore copy, c.1850.
Playing Cards in Cuba
During the colonial years and afterwards, Spanish-suited packs were imported into Cuba.
Playing Cards in Honduras
Honduras shares a long tradition with Spain in the field of playing cards.
U. S. A.
The manufacture of playing cards in America only began during the second half of the 18th century, a...
Naipes No. 71 Los Leones
Naipes No. 71 Los Leones by The United States Playing Card Co., c.1900.
Bonnie Blue’s Rummy Cards
Bonnie Blue’s Rummy Cards.
Peruvian Playing Cards
Playing cards have been travelling from Spain to South American colonies ever since Christopher Colu...
4 Seasons Playing Cards
Colours of the Four Seasons - Playing Card Art Deck
Most Popular
Our top articles from the past 60 days
