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Wiener Werkstaetten Set of 2 Playing Card Decks Rare Vintage Design Collectible

$240per set
£182.11per set
€208.22per set
CA$335.21per set
A$372.71per set
CHF 194.61per set
MX$4,536.83per set
NOK 2,483.14per set
SEK 2,326.59per set
DKK 1,554per set
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About the Item

A rare set of two card decks. One still in the sealed box (never opened and used). The other one in very good condition. Each card made of a kind of fabric ( please see detailed picture for structure of the card). A rare collectible and if framed, probably a nice eye catcher in you game room. measurements given for the box.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. With minor signs of wear as expected with age and use. Obviously this item is not new, so please check all photos before purchase.
  • Seller Location:
    Nuernberg, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZZ_0171stDibs: LU3998124268802

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