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Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible vintage twin-deck set of promotional playing cards issued by the Association of American Railroads (AAR).
This set is an incredible find for collectors because both decks remain completely factory-sealed in their original cellophane wrappers under pristine, un-canceled U.S. Internal Revenue Playing Card Tax Stamps (dating this set prior to June 22, 1965).
The card backs feature the classic AAR \"American Railroads\" diesel locomotive emblem surrounded by the iconic slogan: \"Anything - Anybody - Anytime - Anywhere\" alongside a split western/industrial landscape illustration with a compass motif.
Key Highlights:
Manufacturer: Arrco Playing Card Company (Chicago, IL).
Matched Set: Features two distinct, factory-sealed decks displaying Arrco production run codes 99 25 and 101 25 beneath the Joker illustrations.
Tax Stamps: Both blue federal 1-pack playing card tax stamps are fully intact, un-canceled, and securely under the cellophane.
Condition Notes: The cards themselves are completely untouched and crisp. The original gold-rimmed inner presentation tray and the outer pictorial cardboard slipcase are included, showing only minor vintage edge wear from storage.Please see the high-resolution photos for the exact condition of the box, cellophane, and stamps. A fantastic addition to any railroadiana, vintage advertising, or playing card collection!
