{"product_id":"skatspiel-f-x-schmid-munchen-preussisches-doppelbild-deutsches-blatt-ireks-reklameruckseite-steuerstempel-nr-51-1920er-jahre","title":"Skat deck by F.X. Schmid Munich, Prussian double-ended pattern, German-suited cards, IREKS advertising back, tax stamp No. 51 – 1920s","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn authentic skat deck from the 1920s by the traditional card maker F.X. Schmid, Munich.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe deck shows the Prussian double-ended pattern with German suits – finely printed, strongly coloured and bearing the original German Reich playing card tax stamp “DEUTSCHES REICH” on the Ace of Hearts. The tax office number 51 refers to Munich and supports a dating to the main period of use in the 1920s, around 1923–1929.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticularly attractive is the rare green and white advertising back for IREKS. The reverse design mentions “Zirbens-Fertig-Sauerteig”, “Miliose” and “Millifarin”, referring to historical baking, sourdough and malt-based products. This makes the deck not only a classic playing card item, but also a small piece of early brand and bakery history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical skat deck by F.X. Schmid, Munich\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrussian double-ended pattern with German suits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: circa 1923–1929\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerman Reich tax stamp “DEUTSCHES REICH” with tax office number 51 Munich\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvertising back for IREKS, Kulmbach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReverse text with “Zirbens-Fertig-Sauerteig”, “Miliose” and “Millifarin”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvertising reference to the historical bakery, sourdough and baking ingredients industry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRounded corners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCard size: approx. 101 × 57 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: used, but overall nicely preserved – strong colours, authentic age patina and a collectible overall appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome cards show small creases and age-related signs of use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Eight of Hearts and the Ten of Hearts each have a visible corner flaw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe signs of use are clearly described and underline the authentic character of this historical advertising and collector’s deck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied in a clear protective case for storage and presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful and culturally interesting individual piece for collectors of historical playing cards, advertising cards and early German brand advertising. The combination of F.X. Schmid Munich, tax stamp No. 51 and IREKS advertising back makes this deck a highly appealing witness to the playing card and advertising culture of the 1920s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe card deck has been checked by me, stored carefully and is in the condition described.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping is carried out securely packed with DHL and tracking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like additional detailed photos. This is an original individual piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F.X. Schmid, München – Vereinigte Münchner Spielkartenfabriken","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57796823777628,"sku":null,"price":98.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/9834\/3260\/files\/DSC_5987.jpg?v=1780585532","url":"https:\/\/grandouvert.shop\/en\/products\/skatspiel-f-x-schmid-munchen-preussisches-doppelbild-deutsches-blatt-ireks-reklameruckseite-steuerstempel-nr-51-1920er-jahre","provider":"GrandOuvert","version":"1.0","type":"link"}