Inspired by the intensely curious works of Escher, this deck was meticulously designed and illustrated to create a reality-bending deck in the most sincerest form. Good illusions blur the lines between dual designs, trying to persuade you to see something not quite there. But great illusions solidify those lines to transform these designs into unmistakably new perspectives. Large windows blend the boundaries between cards and box. Each deck in this year’s collection contains a singular perspective that controls the “reality” of the designs inside it, creating a stunningly visual change to the actual cards themselves. Will you be of the King’s persuasion and see his crown ? Or will your deck be captured by the Queen revealing a completely DIFFERENT set of pieces in tow? Bring home the world’s first dual perspective changing deck and keep a piece of playing card history for your shelf. This deck truly takes the genre to a whole new level. A quick video shows the utterly stunning visual change side by side between one “reality” and another to truly appreciate the amazing results these small perspective boxes can do.

When the Apothecary Elixir Gold edition sold out on Kickstarter, the community was asked to vote on a new tuck / card combination. The selected combination was the Midnight Elixir deck featuring USPCC's Aristocrat Stock & Magic Finish with midnight black cards. The box color is moonlit silver with black with intaglio engraving.

First deck of the Apothecary that started the journey, imagined to its fullest potential. Featuring a beautiful entanglement of nature, this is a Kickstarter exclusive limited edition deck with intaglio gold engraving across the tuck (printed on premium forest green stock). The cards are printed with USPCC on Aristocrat stock with their Magic Finish and hand gilded in emerald green. There was a limit of two per backer.

Gold Elixir Deck Features

• Limited to 848 pieces.
• Intaglio Engraved in Gold on Premium Black Tuck
• Golden Hand Gilded Cards on White Deck
• Printed with USPCC
• Aristocrat Linen Stock with Magic Finish for Premium Handling

Only available with the Cabinet of Curiosity pledge, the Apothecary White Gilded Elixir deck is similar to the Black Gilded Deck; however the tuck is different and the cards are gilded in holographic foil.

Inspired by the intensely curious works of Escher, this deck was meticulously designed and illustrated to create a reality-bending deck in the most sincerest form. Good illusions blur the lines between dual designs, trying to persuade you to see something not quite there. But great illusions solidify those lines to transform these designs into unmistakably new perspectives. Large windows blend the boundaries between cards and box. Each deck in this year’s collection contains a singular perspective that controls the “reality” of the designs inside it, creating a stunningly visual change to the actual cards themselves. Will you be of the King’s persuasion and see his crown ? Or will your deck be captured by the Queen revealing a completely DIFFERENT set of pieces in tow? Bring home the world’s first dual perspective changing deck and keep a piece of playing card history for your shelf. This deck truly takes the genre to a whole new level. A quick video shows the utterly stunning visual change side by side between one “reality” and another to truly appreciate the amazing results these small perspective boxes can do. The Queen Version has Red Gilding

Inspired by the intensely curious works of Escher, this deck was meticulously designed and illustrated to create a reality-bending deck in the most sincerest form. Good illusions blur the lines between dual designs, trying to persuade you to see something not quite there. But great illusions solidify those lines to transform these designs into unmistakably new perspectives. Large windows blend the boundaries between cards and box. Each deck in this year’s collection contains a singular perspective that controls the “reality” of the designs inside it, creating a stunningly visual change to the actual cards themselves. Will you be of the King’s persuasion and see his crown ? Or will your deck be captured by the Queen revealing a completely DIFFERENT set of pieces in tow? Bring home the world’s first dual perspective changing deck and keep a piece of playing card history for your shelf. This deck truly takes the genre to a whole new level. A quick video shows the utterly stunning visual change side by side between one “reality” and another to truly appreciate the amazing results these small perspective boxes can do. The King Version has Blue Gilding

Inspired by the intensely curious works of Escher, this deck was meticulously designed and illustrated to create a reality-bending deck in the most sincerest form. Good illusions blur the lines between dual designs, trying to persuade you to see something not quite there. But great illusions solidify those lines to transform these designs into unmistakably new perspectives. Large windows blend the boundaries between cards and box. Each deck in this year’s collection contains a singular perspective that controls the “reality” of the designs inside it, creating a stunningly visual change to the actual cards themselves. Will you be of the King’s persuasion and see his crown ? Or will your deck be captured by the Queen revealing a completely DIFFERENT set of pieces in tow? Bring home the world’s first dual perspective changing deck and keep a piece of playing card history for your shelf. This deck truly takes the genre to a whole new level. A quick video shows the utterly stunning visual change side by side between one “reality” and another to truly appreciate the amazing results these small perspective boxes can do.

Inspired by the intensely curious works of Escher, this deck was meticulously designed and illustrated to create a reality-bending deck in the most sincerest form. Good illusions blur the lines between dual designs, trying to persuade you to see something not quite there. But great illusions solidify those lines to transform these designs into unmistakably new perspectives. Large windows blend the boundaries between cards and box. Each deck in this year’s collection contains a singular perspective that controls the “reality” of the designs inside it, creating a stunningly visual change to the actual cards themselves. Will you be of the King’s persuasion and see his crown ? Or will your deck be captured by the Queen revealing a completely DIFFERENT set of pieces in tow? Bring home the world’s first dual perspective changing deck and keep a piece of playing card history for your shelf. This deck truly takes the genre to a whole new level. A quick video shows the utterly stunning visual change side by side between one “reality” and another to truly appreciate the amazing results these small perspective boxes can do.

Apothecary 2

From the award-winning card design company of the world's first color changing cards, SEASONS returns with more interactive curiosities from the other side.

The Apothecary is an elaborate art project that captures the intangible concepts of ideas and thoughts and transforms them into physical totems that you can hold. Represented through the medium of playing cards, these ethereal concepts are captured to deliver an inspiring and awe-provoking experience that you've never felt before with regular handheld art. The Apothecary is an homage to all things handcrafted and inspiring featuring intaglio printed sleeves, patented responsive inks, and fantastical illustrations & design.

Features of the Seronda Virtues

• Gorgeous gold hot foil stamp highlights the deck.
• Upgraded sculpted embossed tuck cases printed on exquisite linen-textured stock.
• Cards printed with our winning combo of linen (Aristocrat) stock and coated with premium magic finish for professional grade handling.
• Mysterious "Ingredient Logs" and "Directions of Use" on each pack.
• Cards printed with the United States Playing Card Company

Color Changing White Label

• LIMITED EDITION: Only available on Kickstarter during preorder. Not available in stores.
• Each deck is artfully GILDED BY HAND displaying true craftsmanship.
• Introducing the world's first color-changing tuck box using patented heat-sensitive technology that responds to your touch. Seronda box colors turn from Anthracite to Blush to the touch. Virtue boxes transform from Apricot Orange to Yellow when handled.
• Printed on premium linen stock.
• Cards printed with linen (Aristocrat) stock and coated with magic finish with the United States Playing Card Company.
• Exclusive offering by Seasons Playing Cards

Apothecary 2

From the award-winning card design company of the world's first color changing cards, SEASONS returns with more interactive curiosities from the other side.

The Apothecary is an elaborate art project that captures the intangible concepts of ideas and thoughts and transforms them into physical totems that you can hold. Represented through the medium of playing cards, these ethereal concepts are captured to deliver an inspiring and awe-provoking experience that you've never felt before with regular handheld art. The Apothecary is an homage to all things handcrafted and inspiring featuring intaglio printed sleeves, patented responsive inks, and fantastical illustrations & design.

Features of the Seronda Sentiments

• Elegant silver foil highlights the deck.
• Premium sculpted emboss tuck cases printed on exquisite linen-textured stock.
• Mysterious "Ingredient Logs" and "Directions of Use" wrap each pack.
• Cards printed with the United States Playing Card Company with our winning combo of linen (Aristocrat) stock and premium magic finish for professional grade handling.

Color Changing White Label

• LIMITED EDITION: Only available on Kickstarter during preorder. Not available in stores.
• Each deck is artfully GILDED BY HAND displaying true craftsmanship.
• Introducing the world's first color-changing tuck box using patented heat-sensitive technology that responds to your touch. Seronda box colors turn from Anthracite to Blush to the touch. Virtue boxes transform from Apricot Orange to Yellow when handled.
• Printed on premium linen stock.
• Cards printed with linen (Aristocrat) stock and coated with magic finish with the United States Playing Card Company.
• Exclusive offering by Seasons Playing Cards

Apothecary 2

From the award-winning card design company of the world's first color changing cards, SEASONS returns with more interactive curiosities from the other side.

The Apothecary is an elaborate art project that captures the intangible concepts of ideas and thoughts and transforms them into physical totems that you can hold. Represented through the medium of playing cards, these ethereal concepts are captured to deliver an inspiring and awe-provoking experience that you've never felt before with regular handheld art. The Apothecary is an homage to all things handcrafted and inspiring featuring intaglio printed sleeves, patented responsive inks, and fantastical illustrations & design.

Features of the Seronda Sentiments

• Elegant silver foil highlights the deck.
• Premium sculpted emboss tuck cases printed on exquisite linen-textured stock.
• Mysterious "Ingredient Logs" and "Directions of Use" wrap each pack.
• Cards printed with the United States Playing Card Company with our winning combo of linen (Aristocrat) stock and premium magic finish for professional grade handling.

Signature Black Label Artist Upgrade

• Only available on Kickstarter during preorder. Not available in stores.
• Upgrade any Virtues or Sentiments deck with the beautiful Signature Black Label hand wrapped sleeves.
• Raised gold (Virtues label) and silver (Sentiments label) metallic engravings.
• Each sheet is hand run on press into premium black stock.
• Hand signed, numbered, and dated by the artist making each piece truly unique to your collection.

Scans of each card can be seen at www.marytcusack.com/maryc/decks/html/Cards/Virtues.html

Apothecary 2

From the award-winning card design company of the world's first color changing cards, SEASONS returns with more interactive curiosities from the other side.

The Apothecary is an elaborate art project that captures the intangible concepts of ideas and thoughts and transforms them into physical totems that you can hold. Represented through the medium of playing cards, these ethereal concepts are captured to deliver an inspiring and awe-provoking experience that you've never felt before with regular handheld art. The Apothecary is an homage to all things handcrafted and inspiring featuring intaglio printed sleeves, patented responsive inks, and fantastical illustrations & design.

Features of the Seronda Virtues

• Gorgeous gold hot foil stamp highlights the deck.
• Upgraded sculpted embossed tuck cases printed on exquisite linen-textured stock.
• Cards printed with our winning combo of linen (Aristocrat) stock and coated with premium magic finish for professional grade handling.
• Mysterious "Ingredient Logs" and "Directions of Use" on each pack.
• Cards printed with the United States Playing Card Company

Scans of each card can be seen at http://www.marytcusack.com/maryc/decks/html/Cards/Sentiments.html

Apothecary 2

From the award-winning card design company of the world's first color changing cards, SEASONS returns with more interactive curiosities from the other side.

The Apothecary is an elaborate art project that captures the intangible concepts of ideas and thoughts and transforms them into physical totems that you can hold. Represented through the medium of playing cards, these ethereal concepts are captured to deliver an inspiring and awe-provoking experience that you've never felt before with regular handheld art. The Apothecary is an homage to all things handcrafted and inspiring featuring intaglio printed sleeves, patented responsive inks, and fantastical illustrations & design.

Features of Seronda Sentiments

• Elegant silver foil highlights the deck.
• Premium sculpted emboss tuck cases printed on exquisite linen-textured stock.
• Mysterious "Ingredient Logs" and "Directions of Use" wrap each pack.
• Cards printed with the United States Playing Card Company with our winning combo of linen (Aristocrat) stock and premium magic finish for professional grade handling.

Apothecary 2

From the award-winning card design company of the world's first color changing cards, SEASONS returns with more interactive curiosities from the other side.

The Apothecary is an elaborate art project that captures the intangible concepts of ideas and thoughts and transforms them into physical totems that you can hold. Represented through the medium of playing cards, these ethereal concepts are captured to deliver an inspiring and awe-provoking experience that you've never felt before with regular handheld art. The Apothecary is an homage to all things handcrafted and inspiring featuring intaglio printed sleeves, patented responsive inks, and fantastical illustrations & design.

Features of the Seronda Virtues

• Gorgeous gold hot foil stamp highlights the deck.
• Upgraded sculpted embossed tuck cases printed on exquisite linen-textured stock.
• Cards printed with our winning combo of linen (Aristocrat) stock and coated with premium magic finish for professional grade handling.
• Mysterious "Ingredient Logs" and "Directions of Use" on each pack.
• Cards printed with the United States Playing Card Company

Signature Black Label Artist Upgrade

• Only available on Kickstarter during preorder. Not available in stores.
• Upgrade any Virtues or Sentiments deck with the beautiful Signature Black Label hand wrapped sleeves.
• Raised gold (Virtues label) and silver (Sentiments label) metallic engravings.
• Each sheet is hand run on press into premium black stock.
• Hand signed, numbered, and dated by the artist making each piece truly unique to your collection.

These decks were test runs from the Apothecary Purified Primavera Ponderings deck which used a super soft cotton using a non metallic full engraved tuck box . It also used the color changing technology of the production deck, but due to the thicker cotton paper the color change not as responsive in certain conditions. 60 decks were created for both the Inverno Insights and the Primavera Ponderings decks for this proof run. Alex Chin, of Seasons Playing Cards and Portfolio 52, gilded them in various different colors and signed & numbered them as x/60 for each deck. These decks were/are being sent to reward key contributors at Portfolio 52 and Seasons. Additional decks will be sent out as the points system on Portfolio 52 is updated and contributions can be better calculated. As a result, these decks are known as the 'Prototype and Thanks' edition and can be identified by the white label (vs black on original decks), the signature & hand numbering inside the tuck and custom gilding color which will vary within each set of 60. Could include known gold, but also possibly include silver, green, red, etc. While originally created in 2016 to prepare for the first Apothecary decks, they were not distributed until starting in 2018.

These decks were test runs from the Apothecary Inverno Insights deck which used a super soft cotton using a non metallic full engraved tuck box. It also used the color changing technology of the production deck, but due to the thicker cotton paper the color change not as responsive in certain conditions.

60 decks were created for both the Inverno Insights and the Primavera Ponderings decks for this proof run.

Alex Chin, of Seasons Playing Cards and Portfolio 52, gilded them in various different colors and signed & numbered them as x/60 for each deck. These decks were/are being sent to reward key contributors at Portfolio 52 and Seasons. Additional decks will be sent out as the points system on Portfolio 52 is updated and contributions can be better calculated.

As a result, these decks are known as the 'Prototype and Thanks' edition and can be identified by the white label (vs black on original decks), the signature & hand numbering inside the tuck and custom gilding color which will vary within each set of 60. Could include known green, but also possibly include gold, silver, red, etc. While originally created in 2016 to prepare for the first Apothecary decks, they were not distributed until starting in 2018.

Welcome to the Apothecary...

...where curiosity thrives and inspiration is always at your fingertips. The Apothecary is an homage to the mystical, to the handcrafted, to the detailed, and to the inspirational. It emphasizes the craft of what it takes to create playing cards, embracing the mystery of what we strive for.

The World's First Color Changing Card Pack

The White Label Packs are a true testament to imagination, bringing curiosity and inspiration to our everyday lives. Every element of these cards is made towards bringing the magic home to you, including our exclusive color-changing box designs. The mystery starts right when you pick up the deck.

Features for Handgilded White Label Packs:

• LIMITED EDITION: Only available on Kickstarter during preorder. Not available in stores.
• Introducing the world's first color-changing tuck box using patent pending heat-sensitive technology that responds to your touch.
• Insight boxes turn from Juniper Green to Yellow. Pondering boxes turn from Coral to Lavender when handled. Applied on premium linen stock.
• Artfully Hand Gilded Playing Cards.
• Cards printed with linen (Aristocrat) stock and coated with magic finish.
• Cards printed with United States Playing Card Company.
• Exclusive only to Seasons Playing Cards.
• Hand engraving in gold and silver metallic ink.
• Hand run sheets on press into premium white stock.
• Each label is hand signed, dated, individually numbered, and handwrapped by the artist himself making each piece truly special.

Welcome to the Apothecary...

...where curiosity thrives and inspiration is always at your fingertips. The Apothecary is an homage to the mystical, to the handcrafted, to the detailed, and to the inspirational. It emphasizes the craft of what it takes to create playing cards, embracing the mystery of what we strive for.

Features for Standard Insights Pack:

Elegant silver foil highlights the deck. Raised embossed tuck cases printed on exquisite linen-textured stock. Metallic gold ink throughout the deck for added class. Cards printed with our winning combo of linen (Aristocrat) stock and coated with premium magic finish for professional grade handling. Mysterious "Ingredient Logs" and "Directions of Use" with each pack. Cards printed with the United States Playing Card Company.

Lawrence Sullivan and the Legends Playing Card Company information: One of the most sophisticated marked decks in the world, printed on the entirely new Classic Finish. The suits and values can be read by someone who has trained their eyes. A deck this advanced should cost well over $100 if you know what to look for. Decks with similar technology but made by hand by professional hustlers cost well over $150. A closely guarded secret in the playing card world, the secret is out and ready to be shared to those who are knowledgeable in advantage play. These decks are for entertainment use only. Though inspired by and similar in look to David Blaine\\\'s White Lions playing cards, the marking method is completely different. These decks feature factory printed white on white \\\'shade\\\'. A process which is extremely difficult and required extensive experimentation to perfect. This means that to the naked untrained eye, it is very difficult to see parts of the card back jump around or move when the \\\'riffle test\\\' is performed, nor will the coating be affected like expensive decks which are juiced by hand.