English Playing Card Society

The Society publishes the EPCS Newsletter three times a year. It is an informative, well illustrated publication containing articles, research, news and discoveries.

It covers playing cards, their makers and designers, games and collecting traditions from many places and periods. Explore recent issues below or browse the complete archive.

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Membership includes the EPCS Newsletter, access to the archive, and opportunities to connect with other members.

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