change for a shilling, the game of
Card Game
1930s (published)
1930s (published)
| Place of origin |
Design: printed card, the reverse sides are printed in dark blue and white and show the obverse of a 1926 shilling piece in a sunburst design.
Object details
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| Brief description | Change for a Shilling, Game of |
| Physical description | Design: printed card, the reverse sides are printed in dark blue and white and show the obverse of a 1926 shilling piece in a sunburst design. |
| Dimensions | Size: 3 5/8in x 2 3/8in (9.2 x 6cm) |
| Object history | The players turn over cards in turn and the object of the game is to shout when the exposed cards total one shilling, 12d. On one side of the box is an advertisement for another Wright game:- You Should Get COLORITO The Most Beautiful and Fascinating Game for 2 Players Board and Men Complete Geo. Wright & Co London Reg d |
| Historical context | No. of Players: any Equipment required: 48 cards printed in red and white to show a sum of money ranging in value from ½d to 8d, eg. 3½d, 4d etc. rules card box printed in dark blue and white to show the shilling design and the titling |
| Production | Geo. Wright & Co, London |
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| Accession number | MISC.246-1980 |
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| Record created | March 4, 2000 |
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