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: 3 9/16 x 2 9/16in. (9 x 6.5cm)
Other (depth of entire deck): 7/8in. (2.2cm)
Other (depth of entire deck): 7/8in. (2.2cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
DescriptionDeck of 52 playing cards. 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".
Object number2007.4.1.20
MarkingsThe 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".Subject Terms
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