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The evoloution of playing cards

By awyie
  • Jan 1, 1300

    Introduction to Europe

    Introduction to Europe
    Playing card were inroduced to Europe in the early 14th century, with designs very similar to tarot cards.The general design of European Playing Cards has many differences between it and the early Chinese design.
  • Jan 1, 1397

    Prohibition of Playing Cards

    Prohibition of Playing Cards
    A prohibition on Playing Cards was placed in Ulm, Germany.
  • Invention of Veintiuna (Blackjack)

    Invention of Veintiuna (Blackjack)
    Veintuina was inventied in 1605. It was later called Blackjack due to a special rule created to raise intrestt in the game, as it was previously called 21.
  • Digitalised Card games.

    Digitalised Card games.
    Card games are becoming digital with games like Solitaire and various online card game sites have become popular.
  • Invention of Playing Cards

    Invention of Playing Cards
    The first versions of playing cards were invented in China during the Tang Dynasty. By the 11th century Playing Cards were widly spread accross Asia. Mahjong and Domines probably stemmed from early Playing Cards.
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    The evoloution of Playing Cards