Angel Backs Squeezers Gem No. 53, circa 1890

Item — Box: 4, item: 3

Scope and Contents

Unsealed in worn case.

Dimensions: 2.5" x 3.38"

Quantity: 53

Original inventory number: 49

Dates

Creation: circa 1890

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Biographical / Historical

Squeezers were used for their indices in the corners, making them easy to fan, or 'squeeze.' By the end of the 1870s, indices had become common in English and American playing cards.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 2 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Physical Description

Case is present but ripped open. It is white with red printing and design of deck identifiers. Wrappings completely disintegrated upon opening. Backs of the cards have red angel designs of the Angel Back Squeezers. There is a slip on paper with a notice that says "Sorted by 1890" and asks for any misprinted packs to be returned to the publisher. The joker is imbued with the "Best Bower" design that is common of early printings of this deck.