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Playing Cards Manufactured by L.I. Cohen, New York, ca. 1845
A full deck of 52 playing cards manufactured by L.I. Cohen in New York City circa 1845. The cards feature an eagle over a shield with "L.I. Cohen" on the shield, and "MANUFACTURER 190 WM ST. NY" printed at the bottom. Lewis I. Cohen, a stationer, invented a printing press in 1835 that allowed four colors to be transferred to a sheet of cards in one impression, revolutionizing the card industry. The cards do not have numbers on them. This deck of cards is an example of Cohen's innovative printing techniques and his contribution to the playing card manufacturing industry in 19th century America.
Associated People/Businesses
- COHEN, LEWIS I.
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Physical Location
Arc.MS.56, Objects Box 2