Packs of Bocklebanks playing cards

A double pack of Brocklebanks playing cards. Blue box with imitation blue leather exterior and gilt trim. It contains two packs of playing cards. On the back of one pack is the company house flag and the inscription: 'BROCKLEBANKS'. The second pack is also inscribed: 'BROCKLEBANKS' and shows a sailing vessel. Inside the lid: 'With the compliments of Messrs. Thos. & Jno. Brocklebank Ltd, Cunard Building, Liverpool 3.'

Object Details

ID: ZBA5675
Type: Playing cards
Display location: Not on display
Date made: 20th century
People: Thos. & Jno. Brocklebank, T & Jd, Liverpo
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 27 mm x 130 mm x 98 mm
Parts: Packs of Bocklebanks playing cards