{"product_id":"ddr-skatspiel-von-altenburger-spielkarten-im-weinroten-lederetui-franzosisches-blatt-aus-dem-jahr-1987-einzelstuck","title":"DDR Skat Playing Cards by Altenburger in a Burgundy Leather Case, French-Suited Deck – from 1987 – One-of-a-Kind","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"316\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOriginal DDR Skat set from 1987: This distinctive set combines a Skat deck produced by the VEB Altenburger Spielkartenfabrik with a high-quality burgundy card case made from genuine pigskin leather.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eThe compact Skat case was manufactured by VEB Schreibgeräte, Kleinlederwaren division, in Waltershausen, East Germany. Its finely grained burgundy leather surface, gold-coloured metal zipper and subtly embossed “Skat” lettering give the case a classic and refined appearance. The light brown zipper fabric provides an attractive contrast to the dark red leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eInside, the playing cards are securely held in place by a matching burgundy retaining strap. The original manufacturer’s label is also still preserved inside the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eThe Skat deck features a colourful French-suited double-ended pattern with the traditional suits of Clubs, Spades, Hearts and Diamonds. The detailed court cards have German letter indices. The cards are unused and remain in their original transparent packaging. Their backs feature a restrained, finely lined check pattern in brown and black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eA particularly valuable feature is the original label preserved inside the case. It identifies the manufacturer, states that the case is made from genuine pigskin leather and records the production date as “12\/87”, together with the original retail price of 9.45 East German marks. The leather case can therefore be precisely dated to December 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase manufacturer: VEB Schreibgeräte, Kleinlederwaren division, Waltershausen, East Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCard manufacturer: VEB Altenburger Spielkartenfabrik, Altenburg, East Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate of the case: December 1987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase material: Genuine burgundy pigskin leather with a finely grained surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Gold-coloured metal zipper with light brown fabric\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior: Reddish-brown lining with a burgundy retaining strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeck: French-suited double-ended pattern with Clubs, Spades, Hearts and Diamonds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCard backs: Finely lined check pattern in brown and black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCard size: Approx. 87 × 57 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase size: Approx. 10.5 × 8 × 2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal label: Preserved, with details of the manufacturer, material, price and production date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal retail price: 9.45 East German marks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: The playing cards are unused and in their original packaging; the leather case is in very well-preserved condition with age-appropriate signs of storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003eAn authentic piece of East German history for collectors of vintage playing cards, Skat enthusiasts and anyone interested in traditional DDR leather craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2987\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe playing cards have been carefully inspected and stored by me and are in the condition described.\u003cbr data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003eThe item will be securely packaged and shipped with DHL tracking.\u003cbr data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003eIf you have any questions or would like additional detailed photographs, I will be happy to help. This is an original one-of-a-kind item.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VEB Altenburger Spielkartenfabrik (DDR)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59202509177180,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/9834\/3260\/files\/DSC_6309.jpg?v=1789833601","url":"https:\/\/grandouvert.shop\/en\/products\/ddr-skatspiel-von-altenburger-spielkarten-im-weinroten-lederetui-franzosisches-blatt-aus-dem-jahr-1987-einzelstuck","provider":"GrandOuvert","version":"1.0","type":"link"}