Subject: Games

Deck of 52 playing cards manufactured by Jno. J. Levy in New York, circa 1860s. The Ace of Spades features the address 177 & 179 Grand Street, New York. The card backs are printed in four colors and depict tulips. The deck is described as being in nice condition and handsomely preserved. This deck is part of the Hochman collection (NY16). In 1854, Lewis I. Cohen retired, leaving the card manufactory to his son, Solomon L. Cohen, and nephew, John M. Lawrence, who formed "Lawrence and Cohen." On December 5th, 1871, Lawrence and Cohen, along with Samuel Hart and Isaac Levy of "Samuel Hart & Co." (Philadelphia), and John J. Levy formed the New York Consolidated Card Company.

Deck of playing cards published by Samuel Hart & Co. in Philadelphia in 1846. Each card features a tongue-twister and a lithograph illustration featuring the character Punch. The cards are printed by T. Sinclair's Lith, Philadelphia, and represent an early example of American playing cards and color lithography. The deck includes an extra card depicting Professor Punch and two children. The game was entered according to Act of Congress in 1846 by Sam'l Hart & Co. in the Clerk's office of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. The cards are printed on one side, the other side plain white. The corners are slightly rounded. The paper is coated heavy stock and measures 2 3/8 by 3 7/16 inches (8.7 cm).

This is a profusely illustrated wholesale catalogue from Henry Cohen, a prominent Philadelphia merchant, published in 1859 by Henry B. Ashmead. The catalogue features a wide array of stationery items, along with a notable section dedicated to "games and amusements," including numerous engraved illustrations of chess pieces. The catalogue provides insights into the commercial activities of a leading Jewish merchant in 19th-century Philadelphia. Cohen's grandfather arrived in Philadelphia in the 1760s, and Henry himself immigrated from England in 1837; he died in 1879 and served as president of Mikveh Israel.

Commercial letter from Mark Levy & Brothers, importers of stationery, wafers, games, and playing cards in New York City, to Merriam Chapin & Co. in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dated July 29, 1852. The letter mentions specific types of paper.

This 64-page pamphlet, published by N. Levy in Auburn, New York in 1888, is a collection of puzzles, conundrums, tricks, and fortune-telling games. It includes illustrations and some references to the American Civil War. The pamphlet also contains advertisements, including those for Levy's clothing store.

Nineteenth-century children's card game, "The Laughable Game of What D'Ye Buy," by Professor Punch. Published by Samuel Hart & Co., successors to L.I. Cohen & Co., 27 South Fourth Street, near Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. The game includes an instruction booklet (pages 1-6) and 38 small cards, along with 11 profession cards (one doctor card missing from a presumed set of 12). The game box measures 2 3/4" wide by 4 1/8" high; the case flap is detached. While no copyright date is present, based on biographical information about Samuel Hart, the game is estimated to be circa 1845. Samuel Hart established his Philadelphia store in 1844, and ceased using "Successors to L.I. Cohen & Co." by 1846. The game's components are original to the period. The game was later merged in 1871 to form the Consolidated Card Company.

This trade card advertises Charles Mayer & Co. of Indianapolis, Indiana. The front of the card features a couple sitting at a table surrounded by a variety of items including fancy goods, jewelry, musical instruments, and games. It's likely they are a general store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. M. Brunswick & Balke Co., manufacturers of billiard and pool tables and dealers in sporting goods, ten-pin balls and pins. The card features a young boy playing croquet on the front. The back has a full advertisement. The card is approximately 3 x 4 inches.

This trade card advertises Schneider & Co., an amusement emporium located at 1106 Eleventh Avenue in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithograph of a young woman standing on a rock. She is dressed in a long gown and is looking directly at the viewer. Her hair is long and flowing, and she is holding a book. The background of the card is a landscape with a variety of trees, shrubs, and flowers. The card is printed in shades of brown, blue, and green. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Schneider & Co., a bookstore and stationery store located at 1106 Eleventh Avenue in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young girl wearing a winter coat, a fur-trimmed hat, and gloves. She is posed standing outdoors, perhaps in front of a shop window. The background appears to be a bustling city street. The image is well-executed, using fine lithographic techniques. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Schwartz's Toy Bazaar, a toy store located at 300 Fulton Street, opposite Johnson, New York City. The front of the card features an image of an eagle. The back of the card features a full advertisement with the business name and a list of the products they sell: 'BABY CARRIAGES, VELOCIPEDE, TOYS AND GAMES'.

Trade card depicting a girl feeding a parrot. The card also mentions "Eight Avenue & 24th Street" and "Opening Exhibition of Toys & Holiday Games." The card is part of a larger collection of trade cards and is housed in the Archives, Manuscript Collection 56, Volume 19, Page 25. The image is approximately from 1885. Geographic location: New York City, New York.

Trade card depicting a young girl playing croquet on grass. The addresses 546 Broadway and 148 South Pearl Street are prominently featured. A full advertisement is present on the reverse side. The card is circa 1885. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 69.