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digipunk · « **Reply #150 on:** February 11, 2012, 02:42:50 PM »

@brown_baggs and @jmrock,
I took a deep deep breath before opening the deck. My heart was broken when I saw the backs were red, but these decks are still collectible I think, at least I like them as usual.

Now, anyone wants to buy the blue OF I opened? (kidding

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@alex, finally I know having a resealer handy is important! (kidding

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xZEROx · « **Reply #151 on:** February 12, 2012, 01:37:00 AM »

Here's the first to the bicycle-related cards. Please excuse the quality of the photos. This is my newest addition to my vintage collection, and my camera's broken before this.

dmbaggs · « **Reply #152 on:** February 12, 2012, 04:07:19 AM »

Hmmm... the automobile back? I've never seen that one before!! Very interesting! It has a nice look to it, but most vintage decks do

I really like the back design though. The patterns look great! What's the history behind this one?

xZEROx · « **Reply #153 on:** February 12, 2012, 04:16:39 AM »

Number 14 from Mrs. Robinson's Handbook. It's actually Automobile No.2, there's a No.1. Introduced in 1913 and discontinued 1935. That's all I could find for now, maybe someone else could fill us in!

dmbaggs · « **Reply #154 on:** February 12, 2012, 04:30:36 AM »

Quote from: sxjy0109 on February 12, 2012, 04:16:39 AM

Number 14 from Mrs. Robinson's Handbook. It's actually Automobile No.2, there's a No.1. Introduced in 1913 and discontinued 1935. That's all I could find for now, maybe someone else could fill us in!

Where did you get Mrs. Robinson's Handbook? Do you own a copy? I would be interested in reading over it and learning about some of the deck

xZEROx · « **Reply #155 on:** February 12, 2012, 04:58:43 AM »

I wish I own a copy of the godly handbook to Bicycle vintage decks. But sadly no. However, I do have a site that tell me an adequate amount of information.

Use this link:
http://www.cypressfilms.com/bicycle/

It includes a copy (not sure if it's full) of Mrs. Robinson's handbook, as well as some information on vintage decks and the dating method.

siote · « **Reply #156 on:** February 12, 2012, 05:58:18 AM »

Quote from: sxjy0109 on February 12, 2012, 01:37:00 AM

Here's the first to the bicycle-related cards. Please excuse the quality of the photos. This is my newest addition to my vintage collection, and my camera's broken before this.

I do have the same one but blue in color, the cards are complete but no jokers.

Pm me if you are interested, I am open for sale or trade. Is it ok to post it here or should I make another tread? Sorry in advance

dmbaggs · « **Reply #157 on:** February 12, 2012, 05:59:42 AM »

Hey, thanks for the link!! I think I may have seen that site before, I'll have to give it a good look through though

digipunk · « **Reply #158 on:** February 12, 2012, 07:58:47 AM »

@sxjy0109, it's an awesome deck again.

Will you get a better camera or use a scanner instead? Your vintage decks are worthy to be shown close up to be appreciated.

Jimmy usually shows his cards in great detail. I believe you may do this better than he.
http://www.superx.org/bbs/viewthread.php?tid=665843 (Big Gun)
http://www.superx.org/bbs/viewthread.php?tid=668136 (Flying Ace)
http://www.superx.org/bbs/viewthread.php?tid=669049 (Autocycle and Cyclecar)
http://www.superx.org/bbs/viewthread.php?tid=665929 (Thistle)
http://www.superx.org/bbs/viewthread.php?tid=665242 (Handlebar)

@siote, I only see 3 frogs.

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xZEROx · « **Reply #159 on:** February 12, 2012, 12:30:48 PM »

Yeahh I'll be getting a better camera. In fact I've gotten it already, but I won't have it in my hands until the summer, whilst the cards aren't with me either (I'm studying abroad by myself).

I've seen his work, but it's been a while since he's posted with his collection. Maybe cause the rest of the 82 that he hasn't got yet are so rare to find that it takes some good time to appear.

(Btw, are you Noty on the forum?)

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #160 on:** February 12, 2012, 01:47:10 PM »

For all you vintage collectors, here are some great deals you might enjoy:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Early-Vintage-Bicycle-Playing-Cards-Very-Rare-Old-USPC-Stamp-86-Deck-NR-/260951432629?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cc1eaddb5

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1900s-X-Rare-Historic-Bicycle-Box-Stamp-VTG-Litho-Mint-Scarce-Antique-NR-/260951472781?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cc1eb7a8d

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BICYCLE-808-Rider-Back-Playing-Cards-Tax-Stamp-w-playing-card-case-all-vintage-/370583351023?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item56487d2eef

digipunk · « **Reply #161 on:** February 12, 2012, 02:02:40 PM »

Quote from: NathanCanadas on February 12, 2012, 01:47:10 PM

For all you vintage collectors, here are some great deals you might enjoy:

I don't think so...

@sxjy0109, yes.

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jmrock · « **Reply #162 on:** February 12, 2012, 02:15:19 PM »

Quote from: digipunk on February 12, 2012, 02:02:40 PM

Quote from: NathanCanadas on February 12, 2012, 01:47:10 PM
For all you vintage collectors, here are some great deals you might enjoy:
I don't think so...
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X2 - Let the Vintage Collectors search for themselves... hahaha... I think one of them is a stamp from a book of matches...

digipunk · « **Reply #163 on:** February 12, 2012, 02:42:06 PM »

Quote from: jmrock on February 12, 2012, 02:15:19 PM

Quote from: digipunk on February 12, 2012, 02:02:40 PM
Quote from: NathanCanadas on February 12, 2012, 01:47:10 PM
For all you vintage collectors, here are some great deals you might enjoy:
I don't think so...
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X2 - Let the Vintage Collectors search for themselves... hahaha... I think one of them is a stamp from a book of matches...

But I still very appreciate for Nathan's kindness.

Curt · « **Reply #164 on:** February 12, 2012, 07:46:43 PM »

Here is my very modest vintage collection. I have not focused much on having a large vintage collection but it is definitely something I would like to work on in the future.

K · « **Reply #165 on:** February 12, 2012, 08:46:59 PM »

Quote from: Curt on February 12, 2012, 07:46:43 PM

Here is my very modest vintage collection. I have not focused much on having a large vintage collection but it is definitely something I would like to work on in the future.

http://i.imgur.com/bFbwk.jpg

wow that looks nice! what the deck on the far right? I want my virginia slims!! the ones on ebay are already used... and.. expensive? I dk what's the price of these so...

Curt · « **Reply #166 on:** February 12, 2012, 08:52:43 PM »

The deck on the right is from 1979, when they hosted the world blackjack tournament at the Sahara Casino. As for a price of the Virginia Slims, I paid 12 bucks for the cards and 8 bucks for shipping if I recall correctly.

dmbaggs · « **Reply #167 on:** February 12, 2012, 10:19:52 PM »

Haha you've been converted to the dark side

Have fun collecting those! I would but it's just out of my price range. Maybe if I hit the jackpot one day or find a suitcase with a couple grand I'll give it a go, but I doubt that will happen.

Are you planning on only collecting vintage decks from now on Curt?

Curt · « **Reply #168 on:** February 12, 2012, 10:25:07 PM »

Quote from: brown_baggs on February 12, 2012, 10:19:52 PM

Are you planning on only collecting vintage decks from now on Curt?

Nope, I am just going to be a bit more diligent with my efforts on trying to acquire them. I am going to pass on more of the upcoming releases but still will pick up my fair share of new decks, especially ones that are highly anticipated by the community.

dmbaggs · « **Reply #169 on:** February 12, 2012, 10:31:49 PM »

Quote from: Curt on February 12, 2012, 10:25:07 PM

Quote from: brown_baggs on February 12, 2012, 10:19:52 PM
Are you planning on only collecting vintage decks from now on Curt?

Nope, I am just going to be a bit more diligent with my efforts on trying to acquire them. I am going to pass on more of the upcoming releases but still will pick up my fair share of new decks, especially ones that are highly anticipated by the community.

That's cool. I know some people really like to have a theme or pattern to their collection, so that's why I asked. I pretty much stick to recent decks that catch my eye. I'm not really into getting all the rare decks no matter what the cost.

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #170 on:** February 12, 2012, 10:37:11 PM »

Sorry about that. Just trying to help :/

xZEROx · « **Reply #171 on:** February 14, 2012, 03:23:41 AM »

Here's another one:

jmrock · « **Reply #172 on:** February 14, 2012, 05:06:56 AM »

Wow sxjy... You really have quite a number of incredible vintage decks... Russell & Morgan Jokers - would you look at that... Great stuff... Now I've gotta hit you back - Here's my newest and one of my most cherished acquisitions... My first ever original Squeezers... I believe it to be beyond rare... Tax stamp is from late 1800s & is broken, but the inside deck is wrapped in paper (not wax) and is still sealed... I've never seen anything like it and take great pride that they are representing N.Y.C.

xZEROx · « **Reply #173 on:** February 14, 2012, 05:12:20 AM »

Quote from: jmrock on February 14, 2012, 05:06:56 AM

Wow sxjy... You really have quite a number of incredible vintage decks... Russell & Morgan Jokers - would you look at that... Great stuff... Now I've gotta hit you back - Here's my newest and one of my most cherished acquisitions... My first ever original Squeezers... I believe it to be beyond rare... Tax stamp is from late 1800s & is broken, but the inside deck is wrapped in paper (not wax) and is still sealed... I've never seen anything like it and take great pride that they are representing N.Y.C.

You gonna show us some photos! Otherwise it's just talks!

jmrock · « **Reply #174 on:** February 14, 2012, 05:18:23 AM »

Of course... Of course... Forgot to lower the size of one of the pics and took a minute to upload... Click on those pics... Been waiting a very long time for a deck like that... Feeling very blessed to be able to pick it up...