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J. Müller & Cie, No. 811 Whist deck (52 cards), complete and sealed in its original period packaging, dating to 1914 for the Bern National Exhibition, origin France, excellent condition.
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Exceptional historical artifact dated 1914, the year of the National Exhibition in Bern, where the J. Müller & Cie manufacturing works from Schaffhausen (Switzerland) received the Gold Medal cited on the front of the packaging.
It is the No. 811 model, a Whist-type deck (52 cards), still completely sealed in its original vintage packaging. An extremely rare piece for preservation and integrity.
Main Features:
Year: 1914 (National Bern Exhibition).
Producer: J. Müller & Cie, Schaffhausen.
Quality: "Cartes dites Opaques Inaltérables" (Opaque indelible cards).
Luxury Finish: As indicated on the edges, the deck features gilded corners (Coins Dorés) and high-end craftsmanship ("Fines").
Contents: Full 52-card deck.
Condition: Sealed. The outer wrapping and protective band are original and intact, with the light and charming signs of time that certify its centennial authenticity.
Graphic Details:
The packaging features a splendid period graphic in red with classical figures at the sides and the suit symbols (Spades, Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs). On the back is the warranty seal with the coat of arms of Schaffhausen and the inscription "Manufacture de Cartes à Jouer".
An indispensable piece for collectors of antique playing cards and Swiss memorabilia, unique for not having been opened in over a century.
Exceptional historical artifact dated 1914, the year of the National Exhibition in Bern, where the J. Müller & Cie manufacturing works from Schaffhausen (Switzerland) received the Gold Medal cited on the front of the packaging.
It is the No. 811 model, a Whist-type deck (52 cards), still completely sealed in its original vintage packaging. An extremely rare piece for preservation and integrity.
Main Features:
Year: 1914 (National Bern Exhibition).
Producer: J. Müller & Cie, Schaffhausen.
Quality: "Cartes dites Opaques Inaltérables" (Opaque indelible cards).
Luxury Finish: As indicated on the edges, the deck features gilded corners (Coins Dorés) and high-end craftsmanship ("Fines").
Contents: Full 52-card deck.
Condition: Sealed. The outer wrapping and protective band are original and intact, with the light and charming signs of time that certify its centennial authenticity.
Graphic Details:
The packaging features a splendid period graphic in red with classical figures at the sides and the suit symbols (Spades, Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs). On the back is the warranty seal with the coat of arms of Schaffhausen and the inscription "Manufacture de Cartes à Jouer".
An indispensable piece for collectors of antique playing cards and Swiss memorabilia, unique for not having been opened in over a century.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Condition
Near mint
Estimated period
1910-1920
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