Victorian Unopened Rare Playing Cards

Great Mogul Playing Cards

The origins of the 'Great Mogul' brand playing cards.

A full pack of unopened Civil War era playing cards, and the red closure label is sealed. some packaging tears from age but sealed and cards unused.

beautifully illustrated design with wording "GREAT MOGUL SUPERIOR CARDS / MADE IN BELGIUM". Sole agents for oversea 

A 19th century deck of playing cards with square corners and no numbers on the cards. I believe that these are 44 card deck with all 4 Aces, only Kings for picture cards and number cards from 2 to 10. Also they are said to be thick quality uncoated cards take a look at this open pack for more details.

This pack was made between 1865 (Civil War Era) and 1880 

On April 1, 1741, ‘Great Mogul’ was registered as a trademark by the affluent card-maker, Christopher Blanchard. This brand was modelled after the imperial title given to the Delhi Sultanate and rapidly acquired a reputation for being a symbol of exceptional quality.

Dimensions

9.8cm  x 6.5cm x 3cm