Twin Deck 1960s–70s USPC Playing Cards — Birdhouse Artwork, Sealed
This is a twin deck of playing cards manufactured by The United States Playing Card Co. for W. H. Smith & Son, featuring mid-century modern birdhouse and songbird artwork on yellow and blue card backs. The cards are plastic-coated and come in their original factory seal, maintaining a pristine condition. The era is circa late 1960s to 1970s, characterized by a bold, graphic art style typical of mid-century modern design. The decks remain in their original cellophane wrapping, which significantly enhances collectibility. The box features printed text indicating their exclusive distribution, which adds to their appeal for collectors.
Keywords: twin deck, playing cards, USPC, W. H. Smith & Son, 1960s, 1970s, mid-century modern, birdhouse artwork, plastic-coated, sealed, vintage, collectible, graphic art, Cincinnati, folk art
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