Raphael's Pharmacy Playing Cards Gift by taffy

Raphael's Pharmacy Playing Cards Gift

Today's word was 'antique' which got me thinking about these playing cards encased in what look like two leather bound books. My father had a pharmacy and surgical supply store, opened in 1948. He gave annual holiday gifts and I've saved the few that I had (another is in this photo - http://365project.org/taffy/365/2013-01-23). This one was probably from the 1950s. His first name was Jack, thus the choice of cards to show. I'm sure he would be surprised that I'd kept these all these years.
Deb
What an interesting story and treasure for you to have. Lovely shot. :-)
February 25th, 2013  
What a nifty idea!
February 25th, 2013  
An interesting story,and a lovely treasure!!
February 25th, 2013  
Thanks for the follow!!
February 25th, 2013  
February 25th, 2013  
Even if we are not paired up...I already like your project and will follow you ;)
February 25th, 2013  
@synke Same here...a happy accident!
February 25th, 2013  
What a wonderful keepsake - and I love the way you've displayed and photographed it - particularly the use of the Jacks :-)
February 25th, 2013  
Lovely shot and so interesting :)
February 25th, 2013  
Thanks! At first I had just pulled some random cards, then suddenly had a 'duh' moment!
February 25th, 2013  
A wonderful antique and shot!
February 26th, 2013  
hey Taffy... i'm guessing your get pushed partner, Zav, may have given up on 365... it's been almost 3 weeks since they posted a photo and they don't appear to have responded to last week's push... and their partner from last week appears to be mia as well as they haven't posted since feb 14th...

so - while i may be jumping the gun a bit, how about i pair you up with @eloisestapleton who is currently in search of a partner...
February 26th, 2013  
@northy @eloisestapleton I'd be delighted to partner with Eloise. I'm already following her so that will be fun. Eloise, let me know if this works for you as well and I'll send you your challenge by tomorrow evening (Tuesday).
February 26th, 2013  
@kwind Thanks!
February 26th, 2013  
great shot and great story,
February 26th, 2013  
@taffy cool, thanks. will think about a challenge for you :-)
February 26th, 2013  
@ness50 Thank you, Vanessa.
@eloisestapleton Eloise, I'm looking forward to the challenge with you this week!
February 26th, 2013  
Love the story. Interesting shot.
February 26th, 2013  
Perfect antique shot.
February 27th, 2013  
February 27th, 2013  
Great photo. Using the jacks was a special touch.
March 1st, 2013  
Lovely treasure. Enjoyed your narrative--what a wonderful keepsake!
November 4th, 2013  
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