Harrods Collectibles and Curiosities

1970s Original astonishing playing cards box by Piero Fornasetti in walnut wood . It's in excellent condition and includes two packs of vintage Dal Negro cards, 7 dices, and chips. T...

Rare Gucci vintage set of poker playing cards including 2 brand new decks of cards and original box / Made in Italy Width: 6.5 inches / Depth: 5 inches / Height: 1.5 inches 1 set ava...

Vintage hand tooled leather bridge or poker playing card game case with 2 Card Decks. This playing card set with two decks comes in a luxu...

This is a good and complete English handmade wood "weighted" chess set game of 32 pieces, in its original box with a sliding lid, made by John Jaques of London and dating to the mid 20th century period. The chess pieces are made of turned and carved varnished wood. The bases of ALL pieces are weighted with metal pieces and the bases have a green felt/paper cover. Weighted sets like this one have a much nicer "feel" when playing. The pieces in the set are in the Staunton style. Sizes: Kings: 70mm ( ~ 2.75 inches); Pawns: ~45mm (~1.7 inches) The set comes complete with its original wood storage box, having a sliding lid and complete with a paper makers sticker to the lid. Overall a good "weighted" John Jaques chess...

For collectors and poker enthusiasts, this pristine 1980s poker set designed by the renowned Studio Ottaviani is a rare find. Encased in luxurious burl walnut, this Italian-crafted m...

This never used boxed set of logo Gucci playing cards is vintage and Italian from the 1970s. It is 2 sets one in white and black for the back. One ...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very nice and highly collectable Art Deco brown leather card case with brass cards plaque to the top an...

Pair of Unopened Congress Art Deco Playing Card Decks in Original Box – Sealed with 10-Cent Tax Stamp This pair of unopened Congress Playing Card decks is a rare find, preserved in its original Art Deco box. The exterior of the box showcases an elegant floral block print design in black and gold on a deep red paper, exuding classic 1920s-1930s sophistication. The interior is lined in gold paper and features two compartments, each containing an unopened deck of cards wrapped in original wax paper and sealed with the U.S. Playing Card seal and a 10-cent playing card tax stamp, a mark of authenticity and a nod to its historical significance. The two decks exhibit stunning Art Deco motifs, one featuring an intricate symmetrical pattern, while the other presents a bold geometric portrait of a man, titled "Serge" at the bottom. A sample card with a cut corner is included in each compartment, allowing a glimpse of the designs without breaking the seals. Despite its age, the cards remain in excellent antique condition, with only minor creasing and a tear/minor loss on the wax paper wrapping. First introduced by The U.S. Playing Card Company in 1881, Congress Playing Cards were known for their luxurious quality and artistic designs, often featuring elaborate backs that reflected the era’s artistic trends. By the early 20th century, Congress decks became a status symbol, frequently gifted and collected for their refined craftsmanship and decorative appeal. The 10-cent tax stamp on each deck dates back to the Revenue Act of 1894, when the U.S. government required playing card manufacturers to affix a tax stamp as proof of payment. These stamps remained in use until 1940, making them a valuable feature for collectors of vintage playing cards and historical ephemera. Condition & Collectability Cards: Pristine, sealed in original wax paper with only minor creasing; one tear in the wax paper. Interior Box: Clean and well-preserved. Exterior Box: Shows signs of wear with paper loss, dented and torn corners, water damage, and an affixed white sticker—evidence of its long history and original use. This sealed pair of Congress Art Deco playing cards...

Unusual 1920s Art Deco Waddington's Cir-Q-Lar Round Playing Card Deck – Gilded Edges, Original Box This rare and unusual 1920s Waddington's Cir-Q-Lar round playing card deck is a fa...

GUCCI Geometric G print canvas double poker playing card set / Designed by Alessandro Michele and Made in Italy in 2022 This set comes in original box Width: 6 inches / Depth: 4 inch...

FENDI brand new dark blue canvas double poker playing card set / Made in Italy Width: 6 inches / Depth: 4 inches / Height: 1.5 inches 1 set available in stock in Italy Order referenc...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, New Old Stock & Boxed Le Banquier Baccarat card dispenser with silver leaf tipped ...