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Throughout their long history the quantity and quality of German cards has been outstanding. From the earliest times German packs were produced with a variety of suit symbols, and it was not until the late 17th century that packs with French suits were made.

The existence of several German states and their varying fortunes is reflected in the different patterns still used in these areas today.

To see an excellent selection of German playing cards, see the website of Peter Endebrock.
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