This deck came in both a white pip version and a red pip version. The red pip version was manufactured with both the Air Cushion and the UV-500 (aka UV500) Airflow finish. This P52 entry is for the UV-500 Airflow version.

Killer Bees are the mutant hybrid of timid European honey bees and their African cousins.  Like all superhero stories, the Killers were introduced to Brazil by mad scientists to help re-populate their diminishing Bee population.  But no-one could contain them... In 1957, 26 swarms escaped quarantine and declared war on the western hemisphere.  Danger lurking in the skies, these villains will stalk their victims for up to 1/2 a mile..  We wanted to capture the darker bodies of these cold-face killers in our deck. Creating a harsh black back with toxic-waste yellow honeycomb spilt on the back.  The black faces display custom pips and hold a sinister simplicity. Like something you'd expect to see on a discarded barrel of methylamine.  Killer Bees are the result of an unsanctioned lab experiment when toxic-waste spilled into a delicate hive of Honey Bees. 

 

scans of every card can be seen at http://www.marytcusack.com/maryc/decks/html/Cards/KillerBee.html​

Hellions v1 SOLD OUT almost instantly. BUT... we knew this would happen. In the works was a second print run, an identical tuck, back design and ace of spades. The only difference was the court cards, paying homage to the 'Hellions' who helped bring this deck to life. If you missed out on owning Hellions V1, or you want to increase your collection, this is your chance. Notes: new gaff card and some changes to the court cards (featuring David Blaine as the King of Spades) Full Deck Scan: https://cardscans.piwigo.com/index?/category/89-madison_hellions

Created by Stranger & Stranger and Art of Play. Note: V1 says produced by Dan and Dave on the bottom on tuckbox. V2 says produced by Art of Play. If you have that deck, please add it as a new P52 entry. Thanks!

Greille is the fourth design in our premium playing card range, and the second deck created by Rick Davidson. Showcasing a unique grid pattern throughout the deck, Greille is a gorgeous blend of modern design and traditional playing card elements. The repeating pattern showcases the shimmering embedded hot-stamped foil on the backs, makes this a unique and stunning addition to any collection - a process which is challenging and requires expertise from start to finish. With four custom aces, two gorgeous jokers and court cards which whilst being fully custom, stay true to the traditional style. Each deck is housed in a superb tuck with foil and embossing, LUXX® branding and limited edition numbered first edition seals.

The Raijin deck is part of a 2 deck set. The two decks recreate the Japanese classic stories of Fujin and Raijin, with a 21st century look. Raijin is the god of lightning, thunder and storms. The design of Fujin Playing Cards and Raijin Playing Cards is the result of a collaboration between the UK illustrator, Fionn Jordan and Bombmagic. Fionn Jordan is an art traveler who has lived in both, Japan and Taiwan for several years, so he is already deep into East Asian culture. Fionn is good at creating comics, hence our inviting him to join this project. The blue deck is Fujin, and the red deck is Raijin. You'll immediately notice the two styles used for the card backs, ghost cards and boxes. 12 court cards were designed with blue spades and clubs for Fujin, and red hearts and diamonds for Raijin, going together like brothers. For numbers, the decks are customized utilizing watercolor strokes from Fionn Jordan. This project was the first time for Bombmagic to do tripartite cross-border cooperation with Taiwan, Japan, and UK. Full Deck Scan: https://cardscans.piwigo.com/index?/category/263-raijin

The tuck box features sculptural embossing in both bronze and pewter foil. The cards themselves feature a plethora of masonic imagery, a Liberty Tree ace of spades, and a tax stamp seal. A handful of the Son's most patriotic members are represented on the court cards in 18th century style etching. Furthermore, the stock itself has undergone the unique crushing procedure, propietary to Art of Play.

Born from the wild forests, rolling hills, and snow-capped mountains of Northern California, Antler Playing Cards embody the majestic beauty of the great outdoors.

The Tobacco Brown back design features two Twin Bucks enshrined within beautiful flourishes that mimic the lush forest of Yosemite National Park. The Ace of Spades features a noble Buck with herbaceous ornamentation crowning his dignified antlers, and each Joker offers the Antler name. The tuck case is letterpress printed on premium craft paper with foil accents and sculptural embossing.

Each deck handles beautifully, but we encourage you to embrace them as much for their superb handling as for the sense of adventure that they inspire. These are as perfect for formal performance as they are for an evening enjoyed around the campfire.

Precisely printed by The United States Playing Card Company with Dan and Dave's trademark thin stock, and a premium finish for superior handling.

The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow Playing Cards were conceived by playing card designer Derek McKee (Les Méliès and Cherry’s) and illustrated in France by J.C. Desevre. This intricate and detailed deck of playing cards depicts artwork and characters from the famous Sleepy Hollow legend including Ichabod Crane & the Headless Horseman. 

Ad copy: "Rockets are a taste of nostalgia. A deck of cards born from a world of pure imagination. Styled from the famous frozen treat, Rockets look just as tasty in your hand. The back design is simple, imperfect and fun. Adding boldness back into your card handling." Notes: The deck comes with two identical jokers, a double backer and an additional 9 of spades.

Dystopia Playing Cards developed into a disturbed tribute to Mad Max, Muscle Car Culture and the Australian Film Industry. With the wasteland as our playground, we realized we could dial everything on this project up to 11! In other words, we went a bit mad.

Embrace your inner weird. Inspired by our fascination with the strange and unusual we invite you to open a chamber of secrets and step Into the Weird with our latest custom deck of playing cards. Designed in collaboration with Jenny Gebhardt this unique deck features an adventure that unfolds as you shuffle. Follow along or create your own story with the 54 unique illustrations. Packaged inside a matching letterpress-printed tuck box. Beware as it unfolds into the void. Limited Edition of 5,000. Printed by the U.S. Playing Card Co. Wonders of an odd journey await. Full Deck Scan: https://cardscans.piwigo.com/index?/category/96-into_the_weird

In collaboration with Potter & Potter and Pitchford Entertainment, Media and Magic, we proudly presents these limited edition playing cards to celebrate the life and career of Richard Valentine Pitchford (1895-1973). Under the stage name of Cardini, Pitchford's flawless sleight of hand, effortless charm and infectious humor garnered him the adulation of fellow magicians and international audiences. This deck is a modern poker-sized replica of the special Peau Doux playing cards Cardini used in performance of his legendary nightclub act "The Suave Deceiver." Special features include a vintage-inspired tuck box, letterpress-printed with gold metallic ink and embossed typography. Custom tax stamp, ace of spades, and matching jokers depicting a silhouette of Cardini illustrated by Wade J. Callender. Limited Edition of 2,500. Printed by the United States Playing Card Company on our proprietary crushed stock.

The Green Monarch box is uniquely composed of two layers - it’s the most durable tuck case we’ve ever made. Monarch playing cards are Made in the USA on FSC-certified paper derived from sustainable forests. The cards themselves are printed with vegetable-based inks.

Version One: First Printing- Thick gold band around deck.