Sunday, April 12, 2009

Grateful Dead Deck


Grateful Dead Deck, Lets put aside all the new stuff that is coming out for the collectors and performers for just a bit and lets talk about a deck of cards that was produced for one of the worlds most legendary bands. This deck of cards was originally produced by Grateful Dead Productions, Inc in 1998 for a concert souvenir giveaway. This concert was canceled and these cards never were distributed to the public. This poker deck is comprised of fifty-two cards and include two jokers. The court cards include, two one-eyed jacks, a one-eyed king, and a suicide king. Art Direction by Patricia Harris, Lettering and Illustrations by Michael R. Everett. The deck is made of high quality stock and is as visual and unique as any deck I have ever see. This deck of course would be a perfect gift for any "Dead Head"... Well I can think of other things that may be more perfect but, you will be assuming a lot more risk giving a "trip" to a friend. But seriously, The art work on this deck is "mind blowing" I love it! It is for sure one of my top10 favorite decks of all time. It is truly unique and beautiful. OK not beautiful in a soft, sweet kind of way. But if your like me (granted most are not) I see the beauty of a rose, but think the thorn is pretty dam sexy too! This deck is truly a collectible. There were not a lot of these decks ever available. I have a small amount left, I pray to the card Gods everyday that I will find more but I do not believe I ever will, They are gone! If you would like to get one of these truly one of a kind decks you can find them in my store www.the1eyedjack.com as well as hundreds of other decks of quality new playing cards and casino supplies.

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