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Feedback + Support / Re: Adding avatar?
« on: December 15, 2020, 10:19:17 AM »
Kevin,

For now, we've disabled that ability until we can get the club website in full working order. If you want to send me your avatar pic, I'm happy to upload it for you.

Hope that helps.

Lee

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Playing Card Plethora / 52 Plus Joker Convention 2020 Update
« on: July 08, 2020, 10:02:21 AM »
Hey everyone,

I want to personally update you on the status of this year's 52 Plus Joker convention.

With all this uncertainty during the pandemic, your board?s first obligation is the safety of club members. We have decided we cannot hold this year's convention in Pittsburgh. It was a hard decision to make, and I apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.

But we have a replacement plan.  Our annual convention is a highlight for many members. So although a ?physical convention? won't work this year, a virtual convention will.

Imagine watching our events streamed to your computer, tablet or phone. All lectures, meetings, deck launches, auction(s), Diamond Awards and panel discussion will be held online. And this is an opportunity to engage with members who normally cannot attend in person.

This is just the beginning of our thinking. 

As soon as I know more, you'll receive updates about our virtual events. Our October date will stay the same. For now though, please take a moment to relish in the fact that we all will be attending the world's largest playing card convention together -- from the comforts of home.

Does something like this pique your interests?

Speak with everyone, soon.

Cheers,
Lee Asher

PS. If you have any questions, concerns, or want to speak, reply to this post. I'm right here to listen to and discuss your thoughts.
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Morning Fellow Playing Card Collectors,

The 65th edition of CARD CULTURE is ready to download. At your convenience, log into our lovely new 52 Plus Joker website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the CARD CULTURE member's section. Or click the link directly below to instantly view it.

In this terrific issue we hear from playing card academics such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner: Samuel Hart Beyond Playing Cards
  • Alex Clays  - Gnomes & Playing Cards on Postcards
  • Lee Asher  - Origins of Steamboat Playing Cards
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #6 / Season 2
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? The Maduro Collection
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files - Stanley A. Cohen's Plating Machine

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS, we unearth Peter Endebrock's lovely article about the original Monarch Bicycle playing cards. We promise you will LOVE the 65th issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Hello Card Collectors,

Our 62nd edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, go ahead and log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this outstanding issue we hear from playing card luminaries such as:

  • Alex Clays  - Post Cards From The Gambling Table
  • Rory Rennick - A Train Ride For The Ages
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #3 / Season 2
  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner: Back To The Future
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Pollock Card Series
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files - A. Dougherty's Paper-Cutting Machine

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS, we unearth Kristin Patterson's excellent article about American Bank Note Company. We promise you will ENJOY the 62nd issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / CARD CULTURE Issue #61 - Ready For You!
« on: February 15, 2020, 09:47:15 AM »
Dear Card Collectors,

The 61st edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this wonderful issue we hear from playing card enthusiasts such as:

  • Benjamin Loo - Mantecore: Shuffling Stripes With A Cause
  • Alex Clays  - Born To Be A Magician
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #2 / Season 2
  • Jay McKinstry  - Collector's Corner #12: The Stock Book
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Aladdin Brand
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  C.A. Wright's Card Gilding Machine

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Dave Seaney's lovely article about how a lady scammed a million dollars from United States Playing Card Company. We promise you will ADORE the 61st issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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A Cellar of Fine Vintages / Re: Anyone know what brand this back goes with?
« on: February 15, 2020, 07:48:25 AM »
Actually, that's originally a NYCC Squeezers back design. It's referenced as Back no. 95.
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Actually, Harry Eng is the real father. Jamie was inspired by the likes of him. Google him.

https://www.puzzlemuseum.com/puzzles/amb/eng_botts/harry-eng.htm
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Here's an article about Mrs. Joe Robinson you'll like. 😊
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Jesus loves you more than you will know...
Whoa, whoa, whoa...
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Playing Card Plethora / 5 Years of CARD CULTURE!
« on: January 15, 2020, 09:29:31 AM »
Dear Card Collectors,

The 60th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this wonderful issue we hear from playing card aficionados such as:

  • Rory Rennick - My Card History Journey
  • Alex Clays  - Card Queens Represented on Postcards P.2
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #1 / Season 2
  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #12: The Roaring 20s
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Thirdway Industries
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Mauger's Card Trimming Machine

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Dave Seaney's lovely article about how a lady scammed a million dollars from United States Playing Card Company. We promise you will LOVE the 60th issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / CARD CULTURE: Holiday Edition #59
« on: December 15, 2019, 02:49:08 PM »
Happy Holidays Playing Card Collectors,

The 59th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this outstanding issue we hear from playing card historians such as:

  • Alex Clays  - Merry Christmas And Happy New Year
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Season One Winner Announced
  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #11: Holiday Edition
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Kings Wild Shorts Subscriptions
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Russell's Roulette Cards

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Judy Dawson's great article about how to display your playing cards. We promise you will go WILD for the 59th issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Morning Playing Card Lovers,

The 58th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this wonderful issue we hear from playing card luminaries such as:

  • Ann Justi  - A New Member's Perspective
  • Alex Clays  - Card Queens Represented on Post Cards
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #10
  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #10: 19th Century Playing Card Factories
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Target Fashion Bicycle Set
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Servetus Longley's Continental Cards

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Rod Starling's superb article about the German Hofämterspiel deck. You will LOVE this 58th issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Hey Hey Playing Card Lovers,

The 57th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this fantastic issue we hear from playing card luminaries such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #9: Playing Card Stocks
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #9
  • Lotrek  - 2019 Club Deck Interview
  • Alex Clays  - More Card Postcards Around The Globe
  • Don Boyer - 2019 Diamond Award Winners
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Stockholm No.17
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Ivory Richardson's Round Cards

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Kevin Roche's masterful article about collecting Coca Cola Playing Cards. You will ADORE this 57th issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Hola Playing Card Lovers,

The 56th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this excellent issue we hear from playing card aficionados such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #8: A Taste of Paper Empires
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #8
  • Alex Clays  - More Card Postcards Around The Globe
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Rambler Playing Cards
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  G. M. Endicott's Rough Backs

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Judy Dawson's article about USPCC insert advertising cards. You will LOVE this 55th issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Wow! Lovely!!! Excellent work, James.
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Playing Card Plethora / Issue #55 of CARD CULTURE is ready for you!
« on: August 15, 2019, 09:02:04 AM »
Sup' Playing Card Lovers,

The 55th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker club members. At your leisure, casually log into the club website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this excellent issue we hear from playing card aficionados such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #7
  • Alex Clays  - More Card Postcards Around The Globe
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Cardtomancer Playing Cards
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Robert Brotz Tuck Box
  • Don Boyer - 52 Plus Joker Diamond Awards 2019
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #7

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Kishor Gordhandas' article about Indian Myshore Chads (games). You will LOVE this 55th issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Ni Hao Playing Card Lovers,

The 54th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this excellent issue we hear from playing card influencers such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #6
  • Alex Clays  - Playing Card Postcards From Around The World
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Vanda's Planet Playing Card Series
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Owen S. Ottewell's Brown & Bigelow Design
  • Judge Brown - Fire...It Happened To Me!
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #6

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Sherryl E. Smith's article about the famed Visconti-Sforza Tarot Deck. You will LOVE this 54th issue of CARD CULTURE!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Thanks Enders. A better stat for us to look at is club membership. This forum generates a lot of new members for the club. Coincidentally, they are mostly lurkers and not those actively participating. Seems like they come for the existing info.

But with that said, I also think low attendance is a factor of how people consume info these days. Lots take to Instagram and social, instead of reading threads on forums. Do you find this to be the case with your board game forum?

Again, we look at this website as a digital house for membership (an amenity). So any up or down swings aren't as relevant for us.


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27000 new members in 2013 is where alex had bots create accounts to boost up membership for the sale to 52 Plus.

I think all the accounts should be culled.


This is a misnomer. We didn't buy this forum for the #s. As a matter of fact, we bought it to give our membership a digital house. We would have bought it if just Alex and Don were the only members.

So if you look at it from this standpoint, it doesn't matter about any figures or stats. This is a home for our membership and for those who love playing cards.

We have enough money in our treasury to run this site until 2099. We aren't going anywhere. There's no need to fear the worst.

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Hello Playing Card Fanatics,

The 53rd edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this superb issue we hear from playing card academics such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #5
  • Alex Clays  - Our Playing Card Postcard Party Continues
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Gold Trim Tally-Ho Cards
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  W.C. Major's American Bank Note No.502
  • Cartamundi - Cartamundi To Acquire United States Playing Card Company
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #5

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth Toby Edwards' article Sockum that has to do with a rare piece of playing card political memorabilia from 1936. This 53rd issue of CARD CULTURE will not disappoint!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Cartamundi buys USPCC.
« on: June 05, 2019, 05:29:11 AM »
We are witnesing playing card history in the making.  :)

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Playing Card Peeps,

The 52nd edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all club members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this landmark issue we hear from playing card experts such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #4
  • Alex Clays  - Cheers To The 52nd Issue Of Card Culture
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Origins Playing Cards
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Cyrus W. Saladee Emblem Patent
  • Lee Asher - Who Invented The Triplicates Concept?
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #4

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth The New York Times article Boycotted By Gamblers that has to do with Robert Morgan of Russell, Morgan & Co. fame. This 52nd issue of CARD CULTURE will not disappoint!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Lovers,

The 51st edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this great issue we hear from playing card luminaries such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #3
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Playing Arts
  • Alex Clays  - Card Players All Over The World Postcards Cont.
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #3
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Edward Woodbury Whist Tray Patent

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth an excellent article from Glenn Currie about we unearth Glenn Currie's wonderful article about The Hart Cover-up transformation deck. This issue was MADE FOR YOU!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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Playing Card Lovers,

Can you believe it? The 50th edition of CARD CULTURE is now available to download for all 52 Plus Joker members. At your leisure, casually log into the 52 Plus Joker's website, and find a direct link to your copy of CARD CULTURE. It's sitting there, patiently waiting for you in the member's section.

In this wonderful issue we hear from playing card luminaries such as:

  • Jay McKinistry  - Collector's Corner #2
  • Sherman Tsao  - What's In Your Carat Case Today? Reverse Tally-Ho Playing Cards
  • Alex Clays  - Card Players All Over The World Postcards Cont.
  • Friends of the CPCC  - Singled-Out: Game #2
  • CARD CULTURE - Patent Files -  Another A. Manning Back Design

Additionally, from CLEAR THE DECKS we unearth an excellent article from Dr. Ryan about Andrew Dougherty Playing Cards. We wholeheartedly believe you'll FALL IN LOVE this issue!

Screen captures of this month's CARD CULTURE


Please go download your copy today. If you're not a member of the 52 Plus Joker, think about joining us. CARD CULTURE and many other playing card amenities await you.

Enjoy!

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What exactly is CARD CULTURE? It's the ONLY digital monthly playing card magazine that works in tandem with the 52 Plus Joker printed quarterly Clear The Decks. It's for 52 Plus Joker members only, and CARD CULTURE helps you celebrate and indulge in your playing card passions! Want more info on how to join?

Just ask...

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