Differences between the new Maduro Gold V1 Edition and the original Maduro Gold V2 Edition:

According to Jackson Robinson - "I didn't put a V1 on the V1s because I didn't know I was going to change it before i printed V2"

Scans of this deck can be seen atwww.marytcusack.com/maryc/decks/html/Cards/MaduroGold.html

Maduro Playing Cards are a collection of hand illustrated playing cards that are designed in the colorful style of cigar band and cigar box art. Each court card is hand illustrated using uniquely original designs that set the Maduro Playing Cards apart from your everyday deck of playing cards. If you would like a deck of playing cards that is something truly unique then the Maduro Playing Cards have the perfect blend of tradition and style to make your next cardgame a truly unique experience.

• Kickstarter Exclusive Item
• Custom made gold foiled & embossed traditional cigar band label around playing card tuck case
• Exterior Kickstarter Exclusive Cigar Box with numbered tax stamp seal
• Printed by the Expert Playing Card Company in their Taiwan based factory.
• Professional magic finish for superior handling
• Fully unique and custom cigar themed court cards.

Recolored court faces. A unique ace of spades (with pips).

Quality:

Quality is the most important factor when purchasing a new deck of cards. Below is a break down of the features that we believe will lead to a deck of the highest quality.

Card Stock:

Printed by USPCC, Lit will be printed on a crushed casino grade bee stock.

The Finish:

The cards will have an embossed finish. This finish is commonly referred to as Air-Cushion, Cambric, Linen or Magic finish.

KickStarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/litv2/lit-playing-cards-v2

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