Conceived by Gianfranco Preverino, known as the Italian leading expert in gambling, this deck reflects the two passions of its author: card sharping and music.
"Sharpers," in fact, is synonymous with card sharks, but "sharp" in music means higher in pitch -- a semitone -- and is indicated by the sharp symbol.
The deck combines both meanings of the word, mixing playing card elements with music, and the dominant theme on the back is the sharp symbol in music.
The back has a "One Way" design very easy to see even from afar (which makes it really useful and not just a curiosity). Those who know the principle might think that the writing "Sharpers" causes the One Way, but in turning the card by 180°, it is clear that the word is identical, because it is an ambigram! They will believe, then, that the back is symmetrical... but in reality, it's not (it's like Tamariz's "Theory of False Solutions," applied to the back of playing cards).
The Ace of Spades is fascinating, whose design is made using two mirrored treble clef keys. All remaining faces are standard. The deck is not only a Collector's Item, but also an alternative tool for those who want to use it in the "real world" without giving up the clarity of classic designs.
The author's hand is reproduced on the box. He's receiving a Queen of Spades, thanks to a gambler's hold-out. Two famous quotes about gambling can also be seen.
Cardicians love this deck for its great card-handling quality. Get yours today at Tin City Magic in beautiful downtown Naples, Florida.
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