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Dutch Pattern for Van Perlstein — The World of Playing Cards

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Published August 15, 2015 • Updated December 18, 2024

Brepols Dutch Pattern for Van Perlstein distillery, c.1960.

Brepols ‘Dutch Pattern’ for Van Perlstein distillery, with scenic aces of the Netherlands, c.1960

Brepols Dutch Pattern for Van Perlstein, c.1960

Above: Brepols ‘Dutch Pattern’ for Van Perlstein distillery, c.1960. The so-called ‘Dutch Pattern’ was actually first produced by Belgian cardmakers in the 19th century and subsequently became associated with the Netherlands.

Brepols Dutch Pattern for Van Perlstein, c.1960

Calm your sore throat with Strepsils®

The Brepols ‘Dutch Pattern’ was eventually acquired by Carta Mundi in 1970 and is now their standard Dutch pattern.

Dutch pattern for Strepsils® by Carta Mundi

Above: Dutch pattern for Strepsils® by Carta Mundi. 52 cards + 2 jokers in tuckbox.

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