Deck of Playing Cards
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Albert G. Walker
(American, 1836 - 1902)
MakerMade by
L.I. Cohen
(American)
Date1858
MediumPaper, with red, black, blue, green, and yellow ink
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 3 9/16 x 2 9/16in. (9 x 6.5cm)
Other (depth of complete set): 15/16in. (2.4cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2007.4.1.21
DescriptionDeck of playing cards with the queen of diamonds missing. All four jacks in the deck are strung together with black thread wrapped around them several times. The face cards are printed in red, black, green, blue, and yellow. The back of each card is white with a light blue design. The design consists of rows of stylized six-petaled flowers alternating with small dots. The ace of spades has the design of an eagle with outstretched wings and a banner in his mouth with the words "E PLURIBUS UNUM" printed on it. The eagle stands on a crest with the name "L.I. COHEN" printed over a decorated spade. Two branches with leaves cross under the crest. Below the branches are the words, "MANUFACTURER 190 WM ST N Y".
Status
Not on view
