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The Origins of Playing Cards (Encore)


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Sitting in most homes is a deck of playing cards.

Cards and card games have become almost ubiquitous They are played by children and in retirement homes. They are played at family picnics, and there are also televised games played with millions of dollars on the line. 

You can play games with friends, or you can even play them by yourself.

Despite how common they are, most people don’t realize that they have a very ancient heritage. 

Learn more about the origin of playing cards on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.


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