French BP Grimaud Deck, undated

Item — Box: 4, item: 8

Scope and Contents

Paris. No case. Unsealed.

Dimensions: 2.5" x 3.44"

Quantity: 52

Original inventory number: 54

Dates

Creation: undated

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Biographical / Historical

Grimaud playing cards are a brand of playing cards published by France Cartes Cartamundi originally produced by Baptiste-Paul Grimaud starting in 1851. These cards are likely from the early 1900s.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 2 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Physical Description

No case or wrapping. Cards are loose and have red designed angel backs. The ace of spades has a large spade stamp with "B.P. Grimaud Paris" printed on it.