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Up for sale is a beautiful piece of mid-century Americana—a vintage double-deck bridge playing card set produced by the renowned Brown & Bigelow company out of St. Paul, Minnesota. This set features their premium \"Remembrance\" line, known for exceptional craftsmanship and elegant design.The cards feature a gorgeous Art Deco-inspired gold filigree back design centered with a stylized \"FE\" geometric monogram. They are housed in their original retro, cream-colored faux encyclopedia plastic presentation storage tray.
Historical Era:Based on the manufacturing details and the single-digit postal zone code (\"St. Paul 4, Minn.\") printed on the original manufacturer\'s inspection slip, this set safely dates between 1943 and 1963, most likely right from the heart of the 1950s. They feature Brown & Bigelow\'s signature textured \"Redi-Slip\" finish, designed for smooth dealing and shuffling.Condition Notes:Cards: The deck shown is in clean, vintage condition with crisp edges. No major bends or tears. (Includes the original inspector slip card No. 19!)
Case/Tray: The original presentation tray is structurally sound with no cracks. It shows light cosmetic storage wear consistent with its age, giving it a fantastic authentic patina.Perfect for vintage game nights, bar cart styling, mid-century decor, or any serious playing card collection! They have had minimal play and are in great condition. Could make a nice gift for a card aficionado!
