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Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910 - Source Vintage
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Rare Set Original Antique Early 20th Century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ Playing Cards c.1910

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A rare set of original antique early 20th century Suffragette ‘Votes For Women’ playing cards, versos with 'Votes for Women' roundel on a background of broad prison arrow symbols, printed in purple, white and green, in original green card slip case within outer printed box, worn and marked and dating to around 1910. Sadly, missing one card, the eight of hearts.
**As Sold By Bonhams in 2023 for £1,408 (see last image).

'The translation of the mechanics of the women's suffrage campaign into board and card games was a masterstroke that originated from within the Women's Social and Political Union. Not only were funds raised, but the message of the cause was brought into domestic circles where more rabid propaganda might not have been welcomed' (Elizabeth Crawford, The Women's Suffrage Movement, A Reference Guide 1866-1928, 1999, p.235).

This conventional deck of cards was published by DeLarue and Company '...whose face cards were indistinguishable from those of a typical pack. The back of each card, however, reflected its true intent...' (Kenneth Florey, Women's Suffrage Memorabilia: An Illustrated Historical Study, 2013, p.113).

Condition is decent, commensurate with age and use. Outer sleeve well worn. Cards have some creasing and age related wear. Strong vibrant colours. Sadly, missing one card, the eight of hearts.

Measures 10cm x 7cm x 2.5cm

Weighs 144.80 grams

 

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