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Playing Card Plethora / Card Collecting Outside America, Broadening Horizons, Adolph Binkert's AOS +more
« on: February 15, 2018, 09:27:32 AM »
Ni hao playing card enthusiasts,

The 37th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting you.

In this wonderful issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Barbara Lunaburg  - Broadening Horizons
  • Daniel Köhler  - Card Collecting Outside The USA
  • Alex Clays  - Valentine's Day Playing Card Post Cards
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Adolph Binkert's Ace of Spades

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Rod Starling's exciting article about Wasp Playing Cards.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / CARD CULTURE Issue 36 is now available for download
« on: January 15, 2018, 10:57:53 AM »
Hey playing card enthusiasts,

The 36th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting you.

In this jam-packed issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Harry Wastrack - Instagram
  • Alex Clays  - New Years Playing Card Post Cards
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files - Andrew Dougherty
  • Gary Frank - Ned Frailey Throwcard
  • Me - A Chicago printing of Jerry's Nugget Playing Cards?

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Kristin Patterson's antique article on American Bank Note Company.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / Issue #33 of CARD CULTURE ready for you to download - Pinups, Carmichael & more
« on: August 15, 2017, 09:17:26 AM »
Hey playing card enthusiasts,

The 33rd edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting you.

In this fantastic issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Harry Wastrack - George Petty Pin-up Playing Cards
  • Don Boyer  - 52 Plus Joker Diamond Awards 2017
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: July 2017
  • Alex Clays  - Carmichael Playing Card Postcards
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files - The Substitute by Willis W. Russell

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Harry Wastrack's vintage article on Hamm's Beer Playing Cards.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE

Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / Issue #32 -1878 Exposition Universelle, Dougherty Excelsior & Decks on Deck JUNE
« on: July 15, 2017, 07:43:08 AM »
Ciao playing card enthusiasts,

The 32nd edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting you.

In this jam-packed issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Jay McKinistry - American Playing Card Manufacturers at the 1878 Exposition Universelle
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files - Excelsior Design by Alfred J. Manning
  • Gary Frank  - T. Nelson Downs Throwcard
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: June 2017
  • Alex Clays  - Time For Vacation: Part 2
  • Fess  - Modern Deck Pick -  Nouveau BIJOUX & Nouveau PERL

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Rod Starling's whimsical article Playing Card Collectors Art Collectors Extraordinaire.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / 7-11 Decks, Private Die Playing Card Stamps,+ more In Issue #31 of CARD CULTURE
« on: June 15, 2017, 08:59:10 AM »
Good day fellow card enthusiasts,

The 31st edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting you.

In this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Ben McCoy  - 7-Eleven Playing Cards
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files - Back No. 2 Design
  • Gary Frank  - William E. Robinson Throwcard
  • Alex Clays  - Time For Vacation: Part 1
  • Fess  - Modern Deck Pick - NEOCLASSIC Deck
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: May 2017
  • Kristin Patterson & Me  - RU Excited? Private Die Playing Card Stamps

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Judy Dawson's lovely article on Entertaining with Playing Cards.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE

Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?
Just ask...

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The Pasteboard Bazaar - Sales, Trades & In Search Of (STISO) / Spring Cleaning... a few decks you might like
« on: May 15, 2017, 01:46:26 PM »
Letting go of some of my doubles! Take one. Take all six.  PM me with your best offer. I'm pretty negotiable. Paypal USD only. All decks ship from my personal collection here in Toronto, Canada.

All decks are sealed in cello, and may be found in As Issued condition:
  • Gold Artifice: The Black Club
  • Arrco 501 Blue Seal (Blue)
  • Absolut Deck
  • Skateboard Deck
  • Cardistry Bee Deck (Blue)
  • DKNG

*Images upon request. Ask questions. I'm here to answer them.

Thanks & enjoy.

Lee
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Playing Card Plethora / Dougherty's Doppelganger? Show Low City! Decks on Deck: April 2017 + MORE!!!
« on: May 15, 2017, 08:43:21 AM »
Good morning fellow card enthusiasts,

The 30th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting you.

NOTE: We embark upon a new series of articles titled PATENT FILE that's sure to excite your historical senses. It's directly inspired by a post made here in the PlayingCardFourm.com from Maxime Heriaud. Therefore, these are dedicated in his honor! We hope you enjoy...

In this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Me - Dorrity's Doppelgänger?
  • Gary Frank  - Frank Ducrot Throwcard
  • Alex Clays  - Slow Low City
  • Fess  - Modern Deck Pick - Skateboard Deck
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: April 2017
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files - Omwake's Cherub Back

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Mike Goodall's fantastic article on New York Consolidated Card Company's Turkish Kiosk.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / CARD CULTURE #29 now ready for you...
« on: April 15, 2017, 09:16:55 AM »
Hey-o fellow card enthusiasts,

The 29th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting you. (In my best Telly Savalas voice, "Who loves you, baby???"

In this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Alex Clays  - April Greetings!
  • Gary Frank  - Dante Throwcards
  • Ivan Choe  - Analytics: Project By Numbers (Jetsetter Premier Edition)
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: March 2017
  • Matt Schacht - Celebrating with Canadian Souvenir Cards

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Leo Behnke's wonderful article on The Making of Playing Cards..

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE

Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / CARD CULTURE #28 - 1980's Jerry's Nugget Printing? Rome! Thurston, Plus More...
« on: March 15, 2017, 01:34:41 PM »
Ahoy hoy fellow card enthusiasts,

The twenty eighth edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting you. Nice, eh?

In this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Gary Frank - Howard Thurston Thowcards
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: February 2017
  • Alex Clays - Playing Card Game Cards
  • Fess - Modern Deck Pick: ROME
  • Me - 1980's JNugg Printing?

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Past President Harry Wastrack's article on  Constance Bannister and the Baby Faces Advertising Deck.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?
Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / Confessions of a Card'penter, Hilda, Valentine's Day Card Post Cards + much more
« on: February 15, 2017, 09:03:37 AM »
What's up fellow card enthusiasts???,

The twenty seventh edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a quick second to log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting right there for you.

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Jay McKinstry - Confessions of A Card Carpenter
  • Judge Gary Brown - Backstory ... Importance of A Throw Card Back
  • Brett A. Jones - From WhiteKnuckle To Jones Playing Cards - Part 3 of 3
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: January 2017
  • Alex Clays - Valentine's Day Card Love

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Past President Harry Wastrack's article on the plus-sized Brown & Bigelow pin-up girl - Hilda.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE



Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...[/list]

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Playing Card Plethora / Throwing Cards, Piggy NYE, An Artist Among Us, + much more in Issue #26 of CC
« on: January 15, 2017, 09:19:25 AM »
Helô fellow card enthusiasts,

The twenty sixth edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a quick second to log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section waiting right there for you.

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Alex Clays - We Wish You A Piggy Year!!!
  • Judge Gary Brown - A Throwing Card ... What's That?
  • Brett A. Jones - From WhiteKnuckle To Jones Playing Cards - Part 2 of 3
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: December
  • Fess - Releases & Highlights - Commercial & Kickstarter
  • Me - A Different Kind of Artist Among Us

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Judy Dawson's Love of Transformation Cards.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join? Just ask...

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Aces and Eights - the Vintage/Antique STISO Board / Love Dondorf playing cards? Then this might interest you...
« on: January 12, 2017, 06:41:03 PM »
European collector Wolfgang Kunze from Berlin is now selling what he bills as "THE ULTIMATE DONDORF BOOK - A MUST FOR EVERY COLLECTOR!"



Kunze goes on to explain, "All 54 different decks of the Dondorf production are illustrated and comes with detailed background information. Not just a "picture book", but an important publication for all lovers of Dondorf's playing cards.

Sound interesting? Learn more by visiting Kunze's site SpielKarten Online.

Enjoy!

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Playing Card Plethora / CARD CULTURE #25 - Repros, WhiteKnuckle, Boveda Trails, Decks On Deck & more...
« on: December 15, 2016, 08:56:39 AM »
Hey Hey fellow card enthusiasts,

The twenty fifth edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a moment to log into the club's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section - waiting for you.

if you haven't heard, this marks our second year in production. What a fantastic journey it's been thus far! Can I get an amen?!? Though, wait until you see what we have in store for the coming issues. I PROMISE -- you'll love it!

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Don Boyer - Our Second Year In Print
  • Brett A. Jones - From WhiteKnuckle To Jones Playing Cards - Part 1 of 2
  • Card Culture Readers - Replies to "Reproductions: A Bridge Worth Crossing?"
  • Andrea Whitlock - Decks on Deck Chart: November
  • Fess - Releases & Highlights - Commercial & Kickstarter
  • Me - Boveda Trials

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth vintage era celebrities found within playing cards on stamps. Plus, a wonderful article about Whist Board advertising.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE

Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions!

Want more info on how to join? Just ask...[/list]

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Playing Card Plethora / Issue #24 of CARD CULTURE now available for download
« on: November 15, 2016, 09:19:55 AM »
Ciao fellow card enthusiasts,

The twenty fourth edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a moment to log into the club's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section - waiting for you.

We've spared no expense in bringing you a signature mix of playing card reporting and commentary sure to delight you. Furthermore,  we offer you a glimpse of our annual get-together as a prelude to the forthcoming CLEAR THE DECKS article!

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Brett A. Jones - Drawing Playing Cards By Hand - Part 2 of 2
  • Andrea Whitlock -Decks on Deck Chart: October
  • Harry Wastrack -Instagram
  • Fess -Releases & Highlights - Commercial & Kickstarter
  • Dr. Paul Bostock -Recent Kickstarter Favorites of an Antique Card Collector
  • Card Culture -Reproductions: A Bridge Worth Crossing?

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth some background information on cards meant for magic. Plus, a wonderful article about Goodall’s decks made for this side of the Atlantic.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join? Just ask...[/list]

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Playing Card Plethora / Club deck 2016, National Playing Card Collection Day, Drawing cards by hand...
« on: October 15, 2016, 10:36:58 AM »
Zdravo fellow card enthusiasts,

The twenty third edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a moment to log into the club's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section - waiting for you.

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Brett A. Jones - Drawing Playing Cards By Hand - Part 1 of 2
  • Alan Lampe -Wooden Trays To Store & Display Your Decks
  • Alexander Chin -National Playing Card Collection Day
  • Andrea Whitlock -Decks on Deck Chart: September
  • Fess -Releases & Highlights - Commercial & Kickstarter

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth some background information on the amazing playing card architect Bryan Berg. Plus, Mr. Rod Starling asks us to look at the evolution of the Bicycle Ace of Spades.

PLUS, we reveal who designed this year's 2016 Club Deck. You're going to love it!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join? Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / CARD CULTURE ISSUE #22 is now ready for you to read
« on: September 15, 2016, 08:10:01 AM »
Bonjour fellow card enthusiasts,

The twenty second edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a moment to log into the club's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section - waiting for you.

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Don Boyer -Hot Topics: Intriguing Conversations from PlayingCardForum.com
  • Andrea Whitlock -Decks on Deck Chart: August
  • Fess -Releases & Highlights - Commercial & Kickstarter
  • & me -My First 52 Plus Joker Convention

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth why Judy Dawson loves transformation decks. We also take a look at Joseph Pierson's article about Andrew Dougherty's Outing cards.

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join? Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / Deck Creation 101 w/ Sarah Ferone, Copyrights & Trademarks + more in this issue!
« on: August 15, 2016, 08:30:45 AM »
Hola fellow card enthusiasts,

The twenty first edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a moment to log into the club's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section - waiting for you.

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Don Boyer -Deck Creation 101 with Sarah Ferone
  • Wally Mach -Finding A Full Deck of Lorillard Tobacco Playing Cards
  • Rod Starling -Copyrights & Trademarks
  • Fess -Blast From The Past
  • Andrea Whitlock -Andrea's Decks on Deck: July

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join? Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / Seeking Passionate Playing Card Collectors for US TV Show
« on: August 02, 2016, 08:43:51 AM »
I received this casting call for a TV show pertaining to collectors. I figured that some of you guys might be interested participating in this this production. If so, please contact Molly Tom for more information (see below).

FYI - I've worked with Leftfield's sister company Sirens Media in the past, so this is legit.

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My name is Molly Tom and I'm a Casting Associate Producer with Loud TV (a Leftfield Entertainment company). We’re a full-scale, award winning television production company that creates a number of programs for various cable networks, most notably FYI's hit series Tiny House Nation and History's international smash-hit Pawn Stars, as well as producers of a number of programs for cable networks such as Fox, Discovery, A&E, and National Geographic.

I'm reaching out to you and your club because I'm currently casting a new show for a major cable network that will feature passionate collectors of all kinds who are looking to trade-in a few of their pieces for a bigger ticket item to upgrade their collection. We're also looking for appraisers with big personalities who can lend their knowledge on specific items as well as their knowledge of the marketplace.

Our casting notice is attached. Please feel free to forward my email on to those you think would be interested. If you or someone you know is interested, please email me with your name, age, contact information, location, brief description of your collection and attach a few photos.

Thanks in advance for your time and I look forward to hearing from you!

Best,
Molly Tom

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Playing Card Plethora / Nice playing card article in the Chicago Daily Herald
« on: August 02, 2016, 08:34:31 AM »
Hola all,

Yesterday afternoon, I was called by a reporter from Chicago's Daily Herald to discuss playing cards. After an hour+ on the phone, here's the result. At your earliest convenience, please take a few moments to read this article about collecting playing cards.

If you like, please make a comment on the story beneath the article (on the Daily Herald website). The more traction they receive from this piece, the better our chances are of them writing more about playing cards!

Enjoy.

NOTE: You might have to fill out a Google Survey from Daily Herald to read the whole site.

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Playing Card Plethora / Golden Nugget Decks, Union Playing Cards, The 'Up' Series + much more...
« on: July 15, 2016, 08:19:11 AM »
Hey hey fellow card enthusiasts,

The twentith edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a moment to log into the club's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section - waiting for you.

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Don Boyer - Three Questions w/ Chin, Rideout, Gits, & Abolins
  • Harry Wastrack - The "Up" Series (Popular Vintage Decks from the 60s)
  • Tony Fantilli - Civil War-era Union Playing Cards
  • Andrea Whitlock - Andrea's Decks on Deck: June
  • & me - Mining The Origins of the Golden Nugget Playing Card Design

Does all this playing card talk excite you? It should!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join? Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / Albert Field Viewing, Decks on Deck, & Toronto Playing Card Meet-Up
« on: June 15, 2016, 09:50:45 AM »
Hola fellow card enthusiasts,

The nineteenth edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a moment to log into the club's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section - waiting for you.

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Don Boyer -The Albert Field Collection Viewing
  • Andrea Whitlock -Andrea's Decks on Deck: May
  • & me -Toronto Playing Card Meet-up

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Joop Muller's wonderful article about B.P. Grimaud vs. Card Fabrique Co. We also learn about a deck of cards that broke a certain playing card factory.

Interests piqued?

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

- - - -

What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join? Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / Your Quick Introduction To The Hobby Of Playing Card Collecting
« on: June 09, 2016, 06:08:06 PM »
In celebration of the Toronto Playing Card Meet-Up this coming Sunday at the Browser's Den, I've created a complimentary guide to help everyone become better playing card collectors.

At your earliest convenience, please download this introductory guide to the hobby of collecting playing cards, and get started.


Download Your Copy of This Guide By Clicking The Image Directly Above

If the kind of card stuff found in this guide inspires you to learn more about cards, then you should most certainly drop by the Toronto Playing Card Meet-Up held this Sunday at the Browser's Den at 2PM-5PM.

You're encouraged to bring antique, vintage, and/or modern decks to have examined, appraised, traded, and/or sold.Receive expert tips on caring for your collection, as well as learn methods to keep your cards in top-notch condition. Plus, see decks of cards you've only read about in books and online.

Most important, spend time with other playing card collectors! Celebrate with everyone else in Toronto who shares the same love for playing cards as you do!

See you on Sunday June 12th, at 2PM.

Cheers,
Lee Asher

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Playing Card Plethora / Toronto Playing Card Meet-Up on Sunday June 12th, 2016
« on: June 05, 2016, 09:24:55 AM »
Calling ALL card collectors within a 200 kilometre radius of Toronto & the GTA!

Toronto Playing Card Meet-up

With the help of 52 Plus Joker (North American Playing Card Collector's Club), the Browser's Den proudly offers you the opportunity to attend this meeting and receive expert tips on caring for your collection, as well as learn methods to keep your cards in top-notch condition. Plus see decks of cards you've only read about in books and online.



WHO: Anyone with interest in collecting playing cards
WHAT: Playing Card Collector's Meeting
WHERE: Browser's Den of Magic
WHEN: Sunday June 12th, 2016 - Start time: 2PM - 5PM
COST: $10 OR Free for those who attended the 2016 Browser's Magic Bash

Get your questions answered from some of the most prestigious card experts on the planet. Their arsenal of knowledge will leave you wanting more. Bring items from your collection to have examined, appraised, traded, and/or sold. Celebrate with everyone else in Toronto who shares the same love for playing cards as you do.

Space is limited. Mark Sunday June 12th, 2016 (2PM-5PM) in your calendar.

See you there, and BRING CARDS!

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A Cellar of Fine Vintages / European Playing Card Auction in Marseilles, France - May 28th, 2016
« on: May 24, 2016, 11:33:50 AM »
For those interested in European playing cards, there's an auction happening on May 28, 2016 in Marseilles, France.  For those who cannot be there in person, you are able to bid online.

Check out the official site for this European Playing Card Auction.

Good luck, & enjoy!

Lee

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Playing Card Plethora / New cards on the Bob Dylan album cover + Decks on Deck + Kevin Reylek interview
« on: May 15, 2016, 10:42:45 AM »
Hey fellow card enthusiasts,

The eighteenth edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. Take a moment to log into the club's website, and a direct link to CARD CULTURE will be in the member's section - waiting for you.

Found in this superb issue we hear from such notables as:

  • Don Boyer -Kevin Reylek: Producer, Magician, Collector
  • Andrea Whitlock -Andrea's Decks on Deck: April
  • & me -Ask The Experts (What are those cards on the new Bob Dylan album?)

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Judy Dawson's favorite deck of cards. We also take a look at certain specifically designed seals on playing card wrappers.

In all, a fantastic issue that you're sure to enjoy!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join? Just ask...

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