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“Gambling Collectibles – A Pictorial Journey” unveils the fascinating history of gambling items such as dice, playing cards, chips, tables, and layouts. This engaging narrative is crafted to be historically intriguing rather than overly academic, featuring over 2,600 vibrant photographs from the Steve Forte Gambling Collection. It’s a captivating read for both collectors and casual enthusiasts.

This book transcends the typical focus on single collectibles by exploring various genres, showcasing only the most compelling artifacts to narrate their stories. Additionally, it includes chapters dedicated to gambling literature, vintage manufacturers, cheating tactics, con games, and novelties like prints, posters, and postcards.

Designed for a diverse audience, “Gambling Collectibles” caters to collectors, gambling aficionados, historians, casino professionals, game developers, consultants, magicians, and researchers. In essence, this pictorial journey offers something valuable for everyone!