The Age of Invention Game, circa 1850
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This box contained a set of printed cards with images of early-19th century events and inventions. Each card was given a value, and those of higher value trumped all others. Players could be entertained by either playing the game or discussing the colorful illustrations of history and innovation.
This box contained a set of printed cards with images of early-19th century events and inventions. Each card was given a value, and those of higher value trumped all others. Players could be entertained by either playing the game or discussing the colorful illustrations of history and innovation.
Artifact
Card game (Game set)
Date Made
circa 1850
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
28.41.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Pasteboard (Paper)
Cardboard
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Dimensions
Height: 0.33 in
Width: 2.66 in
Length: 3.90 in
Inscriptions
front of case: THE AGE / OF / INVENTION
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