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The Origins of Playing Cards (Encore)

Everything Everywhere Daily

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This chapter delves into the ancient history of playing cards, tracing their beginnings to China in the Tang Dynasty. It examines the evolution of card games from early paper sheets to the recognizable formats developed by the 11th and 12th centuries.

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