Lot # 161 - Vintage 1950s Congress 606 Canasta Playing Cards
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
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| Start Date/Time: | 09-Jul-2025 5:00:00 PM |
| End Date/Time: | 17-Jul-2025 8:40:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
$27.00 |
| Highest bidder: | Master Blaster |
Auction has ended |
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Description :
Vintage 1950s Congress 606 Canasta Playing Cards **Vintage 1950s Congress 606 Canasta Playing Cards - Complete & Unopened!**This is a remarkable find - a complete, still-sealed Congress 606 Canasta double deck set from the 1950s in its original tuck box. The box features a gorgeous Green-winged Teal duck illustration on the front, showcasing the premium quality that Congress playing cards were known for.Congress was the top-tier brand from Russell & Morgan (later part of the United States Playing Card Company), and the “606” designation meant these cards had gilded (gold) edges - a luxury feature that distinguished them from standard decks. These were specifically made in the wider Canasta format during the game’s peak popularity in America.The back of the box has a charming period advertisement for Vernon Quinn’s “Card Games for Children” book - you could order this 128-page book for just 15 cents! It’s a perfect time capsule of 1950s gaming culture.What makes this especially special is that it’s still in its original packaging after 70+ years. Most of these sets were opened and used for countless family game nights. Finding one completely intact like this is quite rare - it’s both a beautiful collectible and a piece of mid-century Americana.The artwork, the premium craftsmanship, and the pristine condition make this a real treasure for anyone interested in vintage games, playing cards, or 1950s memorabilia. Measurements: 2 1/4" x 3 1/2"
Auction History
Highest bidder is Master Blaster
| Date | Bid | User |
|---|---|---|
| 12-Jul-2025 10:18:06 AM | $27.00 | Master Blaster |
| 12-Jul-2025 9:55:47 AM | $26.00 | Emme |
| 12-Jul-2025 9:49:48 AM | $21.00 | Master Blaster |
| 12-Jul-2025 9:44:31 AM | $20.00 | Emme |
| 12-Jul-2025 9:44:31 AM | $20.00 | Master Blaster |
| 12-Jul-2025 9:44:04 AM | $16.00 | Emme |
| 12-Jul-2025 9:37:25 AM | $12.00 | Master Blaster |
| 12-Jul-2025 7:44:31 AM | $11.00 | Emme |
| 12-Jul-2025 7:44:25 AM | $9.00 | StopMe |
| 12-Jul-2025 7:44:25 AM | $8.00 | Emme |
| 12-Jul-2025 7:12:13 AM | $6.00 | StopMe |
| 10-Jul-2025 6:55:48 PM | $5.00 | Master Blaster |
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