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Japanese themed old 100 % custom Grimaud starting bid for 10 €. The seller claims that the deck is unopened, but I'm not certain about that, might be that the deck is opened but in perfect condition. Still not a bad price for a good looking deck.

I have a list of sellers that I use when I purchase items on Ebay. They have great decks for great prices and its posted below for you all

https://www.ebay.com/usr/dandaman305?_t ... 2749.l2754" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

https://www.ebay.com/usr/passiton478?_t ... 2749.l2754" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

https://www.ebay.com/usr/deckking9?_trk ... 2749.l2754" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

https://www.ebay.com/usr/darkcastlecoll ... 2749.l2754" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

https://www.ebay.com/usr/jcmagic2015?_t ... 7675.l2559" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

https://www.ebay.com/usr/cerefen?_trksi ... 2749.l2754" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

http://www.ebay.com/usr/jachart99?_trks ... 2749.l2754" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Playingcardsdotnet http://www.ebay.com/usr/playingcardsdot ... 2749.l2754" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

GamblersWarehouse http://stores.ebay.com/gamblerswarehouse/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; aka Playingcards.net

Playing Cards Magic http://stores.ebay.com/redsilkmagic/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Pokerstud52 http://www.ebay.com/usr/pokerstud52?_tr ... 2749.l2754" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
https://www.ebay.com/sch/372d_lbhiz1nnn ... pg=&_from=" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Another seller I have used in the past is Junyo-Alexa and this person has a few nice items on sale https://www.ebay.com/sch/junyo-alexa/m. ... pg=&_from=" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Here is another I use on Ebay http://stores.ebay.com/fullboatdealerplayingcards/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

This is the seller I got my Bicycle Nightshade deck from https://www.ebay.com/sch/acsecrets/m.ht ... pg=&_from=" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

This is the seller I got my JAQK Cellars deck from too https://www.ebay.com/sch/sonjasellz/m.h ... pg=&_from=" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

hikeeba is another person I have bought from before as well and they have some nice cards for sale too https://www.ebay.com/sch/hikeeba/m.html ... pg=&_from=" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

But, for the money and the amount/type of decks you do get, I do recommend the first seller in my comment 372d_lbhiz1nnn https://www.ebay.com/sch/372d_lbhiz1nnn ... pg=&_from=" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Crusade themed Grimaud deck for 7,80 € from NaipesZaca.com. Pretty good looking, apperantly printed in 1996. Never seen this deck anywhere before this.

Venexiana White for 48,88 USD

Venexiana Black for 48,88 USD.

Same seller.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/15-Jackson-Rob ... Sw0exaNg90" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Four Tally Ho Black Diamond Limited Editions of 1,000 (no numbers on these decks)
One The Independence Limited Box Edition of the Crown and Continentals 0158 of 1,000
One The Crown 2689 of 3,000 + Display Deck
One The Continental 0774 of 3,000 + Display Deck
Two Texas Luxury Gold Edition 412 and 415 of 750
Two Crazy 8's Limited Edition 264 and 267 of 888
One Crazy 8's Signed Edition
Two Sherlock Holmes Moriarty Version 1 Edition 0986+ 1105 of 2606
One Sherlock Holmes Moriarty Version 2 Edition 0982 of 2750

15 decks at $195

Divine Art for 14,99 GBP. Two days to go still, no bidders yet.

This seller from Canada has some pretty nice prices on decks where bidding ends in 5 hours. Including:

Silver Edition Spilt Spades currently at 13 €
Federal 52 Bicycle Black Reserve Note currently at 26,75 €
Federal 52 Unbranded Black Reserve Note currently at 57 €

52 card Russel & Morgan deck from 1880's currently at 51 USD with 5 hours to go.

Jeu des Cartes 1900 with 23 hours to go, 1 bidder currently at 6,50 €. The seller claims it's in new condition, not sure if that means in celleophane or never played. Still, at that price shouldn't matter, one of the most underrated decks in the market IMO.

Jeu des Musiciens for 49,99 €. Used but the cards seem to be in good condition. Tuck box seems to have taken some hits. Jeu des Musiciens seems to be pretty rare and definitely among finest decks Grimaud has put out, put that price is a bit steep. I am currently looking for one that I can give as a gift to my mother, but not at that price. Still, sharing this if someone really wants it...

Transsiberian Express Russian Version for 65 USD. Gorgeous deck, with splendid artwork, gilded edges and very limited print run (300 English editions, 300 Russian editions). I bought the english version from this same seller a while back, I might buy this one as well, we'll see.

A 9 deck lot currently at 31 USD with 2 hours left to go. Included in the lot:
Gold Monarchs,
Disparos Tequila,
Honeybee v1,
Vintage Plaid v2,
Architect,
3 colors of Tycoons and a
Bad Robot Mystery Box deck.
In other words Gold Monarchs, Disparos Tequila, Honeybee v1 + some fillers.

Also included in a price an Ellusionist wooden storage box.

Räpylätassu wrote:Transsiberian Express Russian Version for 65 USD. Gorgeous deck, with splendid artwork, gilded edges and very limited print run (300 English editions, 300 Russian editions). I bought the english version from this same seller a while back, I might buy this one as well, we'll see.

You waited too long and now I'm out 77USD....

Merlebird wrote:

Räpylätassu wrote:Transsiberian Express Russian Version for 65 USD. Gorgeous deck, with splendid artwork, gilded edges and very limited print run (300 English editions, 300 Russian editions). I bought the english version from this same seller a while back, I might buy this one as well, we'll see.

You waited too long and now I'm out 77USD....

I didn't absolutely had to have this one, so I was going to buy it if nobody else was going to, but I'm glad that it went to somebody on this forum. I don't know if you use Portfolio52, but I would appreciate it if you could add it to the database once it arrives and you find the time

I don't know enough about Bikes to say whether this one belongs in this thread or the other one, but the Bicycle Fashion Lavender that GW is selling for $100.45, this guy has for $29.95....

Edit: Never mind, I can see now the backs aren't quite the same. Boy, you Bicyclists are something else....

Slightly dented 3 deck Black Book set for starting bid of 59 USD, no bidders so far, less than 6 hours to go. Shipping from California.

Slavic Mythology deck designed by Mila Losenko who did the Slavic Special deck. Published by Az Art, who also published the Transsiberian Express deck. This appears also to be a limited print of 300 decks, I don't know if another version of this deck exist the designers Behance page suggests that it does not. The courts look GREAT, back is quite meh. Price is quite high and there are 4 days left on the auction with 1 bidder.

Räpylätassu wrote:Slavic Mythlogy deck designed by Mila Losenko who did the Slavic Special deck. Published by Az Art, who also published the Transsiberian Express deck. This appears also to be a limited print of 300 decks, I don't know if another version of this deck exist the designers Behance page suggests that it does not. The courts look GREAT, back is quite meh. Price is quite high and there are 4 days left on the auction with 1 bidder.

Funny story... that's actually my bid. The first listing expired while I was still waffling over the price, and in typical-me fashion it was then I decided I really did have to have it. I actually messaged Dmitry to get him to relist it. He did seem to suggest there might (eventually?) be a second printing:

I`m relist, only for you request)
This is one of the last decks of the
first edition
thanks

-dmitry_tm2012

TL;DR bid if you really want it but you will make my wallet sad

Don’t get me wrong but this thread seems really backwards to me. Lol. The title attracts a bunch of people who are looking for deals and then puts everyone against each other. It’s almost better to keep the deals a secret! Haha.


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Venice Simplon-Orient Express deck for 150 USD. A sealed deck, but without a box. This is one of the best designed decks ever IMO. Shipping from NYC.

Edit: I thought that I shared this as I know that it's rare (?) and seriously beautiful, but I got to be honest here, I have no idea if that 150 USD is overpriced, underpriced or in the ballpark. If anyone knows more about how much these usually go for, please let me and everyone reading this thread know! (*cough* Jase *cough*)

Räpylätassu wrote:Venice Simplon-Orient Express deck for 150 USD. A sealed deck, but without a box.

Eesh. It is gorgeous, but at 150 USD and no box I think I'll just wait for the reproduction....

Räpylätassu wrote: If anyone knows more about how much these usually go for, please let me and everyone reading this thread know!

Roope has asked me to show my decks and answer the above question.
The value of a deck is how much someone is willing to pay for it... that being said the Indiennes Deck i`ve seen listed as buy me now or on retail sites usually are in the £80-£150 ballpark.. but i`ve seen packs listed for much much higher. You could get lucky like me and find them on auction for much much less, i got each of my sets for around £40-£50 each. I know of three different designed decks produced for the Venise-Simplon Orient Express. The first one was printed by Grimaud in 1985, this one is basically a reprint of an earlier Grimaud deck from 1890 titled "Cartes Indiennes" but have indices added. the set comes in a 2-part slide in box and have gilded corners (A common practice with European manufacturers). The second set also printed by Grimaud was produced in 1986, this set comes in a velvet lined leatherette clamshell box with the V.S.O.E logo on the lid. the custom courts depict passengers in 1920/30`s style clothing.
Scans of all the court cards from both the above sets can be seen on Page 2 of the france section in "Woldwide" the third set produced in 1990 has no makers information anywhere on the pack, and various sources have it listed by either Waddingtons or Grimaud. I have nothing concrete to suggest either one. Like the above set this one came in a clamshell box with the V.S.O.E logo on the lid Another copy of the above set but with different back design, This set came in a clear plastic box. Scans of the courts on this set can be seen in the Englsnd section of "worldwide" on Page 3.
jase

Red Marked Butterfly deck currently at 15,50 USD, 1 hour 15 minutes to go.

Jock1971 - thanks for your post and photos. I did find a nice link with more information on these decks:

http://www.wopc.co.uk/france/grimaud/ve ... nt-express

There is a link from this deck to the other version.

I also was checking around on decks for sale and they are quite a bit higher. I saw a single deck of the 1985 version on ebay for $150 and a double deck set of the 1985 version for $250 on the Ruby Lane website. That website has some nice decks for sale, but are rarely cheap.

Rome Toga Set for 34.99 £ (shipping from Britain which at least to Finland is only 5.99 £)

Waddingtons Shakesperan Playing Cards starting bid 2,10 USD, shipping from Hong Kong. The deck is opened and in plastic container, but seems to be in very good condition and it is a quite a nice looking deck. Printed in the UK in the 90's. I would imagine that you can win this by paying that 2,10 dollars, shipping to Finland is only 8,50 USD. That's not that bad of a price for a nice looking deck.

ICONS Imperial for 88 USD. 2 available. Shipping from the States.

Also from the same seller:

Royal Branle starting bid at 25 USD, a bit less than 2 days to go though.

Toscana by Cavallani & Co starting bid 13,90 USD, a bit less than 10 hours to go. This is a GORGEOUS Italian transformation deck, I would buy this one but the seller won't ship to Finland.

I am literally mad if someone doesn't snatch this one up, especially with that price.

ALSO

Giocosa by Cavallani & Co. Another gorgeous deck, this one from a different seller, starting bid at 45 USD with over 3 days to go however. Still a great looking deck, although for not so good of a price as the upper one.

Edit: 45 minutes left on that Toscana deck. Like I said, I am literally mad if someone doesn't buy it, that gorgeous of a deck and with that price? C'MOON! I paid about 3 times more for my Toscana deck and I still think that that was a fair price!

Origins Shadows of History Black Label + Carat Case for 75 USD, free worldwide shipping.

Transsiberian Express Russian Edition and Transsiberian Express English Edition from the same seller, 55 USD per deck. Again, gorgeous looking custom deck with gilded edges, limited to 600 decks (300 decks of both editions)

Original Blue JAQK deck starting bid 27,99 £, 12 hours to go