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Gambling Memorabilia Day 1

Sat, May 6, 2017 11:00AM EDT - Sun, May 7, 2017 11:00AM EDT
Lot 227

B.P. Grimaud “Imperial” Playing Cards.

Estimate: $500 - $1,000

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B.P. Grimaud “Imperial” Playing Cards. Paris, ca. 1858. 52/52. Excellent. Several of the backs have minor paper loss and there is light transfer from the backs to the faces. Jack of diamonds has a white back. Aces bear the coat of arms of France, Russia, Germany and England. Kings are monarchs of the period. Fournier pg. 147.

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