Celebrate the new reign of Britain's monarch with this commemorative collector's deck from Piatnik, the renowned Viennese playing card manufacturer established in 1824. Released in 2023 shortly before the historic coronation on May 6th, this special edition deck honors King Charles III through 55 unique photographic images spanning his remarkable journey from Prince of Wales to King.
Each card in this collector's pack features a different image of King Charles III, capturing his many roles throughout the decades as royal representative, sportsman, naval officer, husband, father, and ultimately as monarch. The deck showcases Charles not always with a serious, dignified expression, but often laughing heartily and enjoying life with family. From his early years as a young prince to recent times alongside the beloved late Queen Elizabeth II, these carefully curated photographs tell the visual story of a life preparing for and embracing the crown.
Royal cards have a long tradition at the Austrian publisher Piatnik, one of the largest playing card manufacturers in the world with its own production facilities in Vienna. Ferdinand Piatnik founded the company in 1824 after taking over Anton Moser's playing card manufactory, and the family business has remained synonymous with premium quality playing cards throughout nearly two centuries of continuous operation. In their 200th anniversary year of 2024, Piatnik proudly declared "King is trump" with the release of this special edition deck celebrating the British monarchy.
Each deck contains 55 standard poker-size cards including 54 unique King Charles III portraits plus jokers. The cards showcase vibrant and detailed images depicted in various classic photographs that bring the royal experience to your card games. The deck is presented in a durable tuck box featuring the commemorative design, making this an ideal gift for collectors of royal memorabilia, British history enthusiasts, or anyone fascinated by the Windsor family.
Piatnik's superior manufacturing standards make these playing cards highly sought after by collectors worldwide. The company produces approximately 25 million playing cards annually using state-of-the-art offset printing technology with inline coating, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional durability. Playing cards from Piatnik find numerous admirers in the United Kingdom itself, including among curators and collectors who appreciate the company's commitment to quality and artistry.
While fully functional for card games, this deck serves primarily as a beautiful commemorative tribute and collector's item honoring King Charles III at the beginning of a new era in British history. The 54 cards each have an individual imprint and show the most beautiful motifs from the royal family album—ideal for collecting, giving as gifts, and of course for playing.
Collector's Features:
- 55 unique cards (54 different King Charles III images + jokers)
- 2023 release commemorating the coronation year
- Premium Piatnik quality manufactured in Vienna, Austria
- Standard poker size with durable finish
- Presented in collectible tuck box
- Part number: 1707 13
Whether displayed as a tribute to the new King's reign or used for your favorite card games, this Piatnik deck captures the essence of King Charles III's extraordinary journey from heir apparent to crowned monarch.
