Playing Cards, US Army Special Services, USPCC Regular Deck, Red Box, USA, Vintage 1960s–70s

A deck that likely traveled overseas with a soldier, never quite worn out.

Produced by the United States Playing Card Company for the US Army's Special Services, this deck includes the full 52 cards, two jokers, and two reference cards explaining poker hands — along with an order form for additional card-game guides, dated to after 1963 based on the included zip code. USPCC has supplied playing cards to American soldiers since 1881, and distributed more than 30 million decks during WWII alone. This particular deck came from a collector who believed it dated to the Vietnam War era.

A meaningful gift for an Army veteran, a military memorabilia collector, or any playing card enthusiast drawn to a deck with real history behind it.

• Maker: United States Playing Card Co. (USPCC) for the US Army
• Material: Paper
• Dimensions: Approx. 3.5" x 2.25"
• Origin:  USA
• Era:  1960's - 1970's
• Condition: Vintage, very good. Box shows some discoloration on the blue side. Cards have been opened but lightly handled — corners intact, firm, no folds or tears.