Mogul's Deck of Playing Cards with 'Best Bower' Card: New York Consolidated Card Co., 1871-1874

Deck of 52 playing cards manufactured by the New York Consolidated Card Company, including a rare 'Best Bower' card, a precursor to the joker. The cards are from a Mogul's deck featuring double heads. The cards show light aging but are in good condition; the original paper wrapper is included but shows signs of damage. The cards date between 1871 (founding of Consolidated Card Co.) and 1874 (John Levy's last ace issued).

Associated People/Businesses

• Levy, John J

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Subjects

• Playing cards
• Card games
• Printing

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