Hoyle®

Hoyle Collection – Tradition, Variety & American Card History

Step into the world of Hoyle—one of America's most storied playing card brands, synonymous with quality and fair play for nearly a century. The Hoyle name honors Edmund Hoyle, the 18th-century British authority on card game rules, making "According to Hoyle" a phrase that stands for playing games the right way.

Hoyle playing cards were first introduced to the U.S. in 1927 by Brown & Bigelow—a historic printing house from St. Paul, Minnesota. The brand's red and blue poker decks soon became famed for their unique shell-back design and distinctive face cards, which feature modernist, finely drawn courts unlike any others in the industry. The company's dedication was such that, following decades of success, the division was renamed Hoyle Products in 1975.

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• Hoyle Playing Cards – Classic standard index poker decks in the traditional Hoyle style, featuring the iconic jester joker and Nevada Finish coating that made the brand famous.
• Hoyle Jumbo Index – Large, easy-to-read indices perfect for players who want maximum visibility and comfort during long game sessions.
• Hoyle Bridge – Elegant bridge-size decks adapted to the needs of serious players at club and home tables, optimized for the game's unique demands.
• Hoyle Pinochle – Specialized double-9 through ace decks for America's favorite meld game, featuring classic Hoyle faces for easy sorting and scoring.
• Hoyle Casino Style – Professional-grade casino decks built to handle high-intensity play with durability and precision handling.
• Hoyle Plastic – 100% plastic construction for ultimate durability, water resistance, and long-lasting performance in any environment.
• Hoyle Shell Backs – The most collectible Hoyle design, featuring intricate overlapping shell patterns that defined mid-century American card aesthetics.
• Hoyle Waterproof – Clear, indestructible plastic decks perfect for outdoor use, camping, poolside games, and travel—built to survive anything.
• Hoyle Vintage & Stancraft – Rare finds from the Brown & Bigelow and Stancraft eras, sought-after by collectors for their quality, artistry, historical significance, and nostalgic appeal.

Hoyle became part of the United States Playing Card Company family in 2001—a rare example where USPCC preserved and even expanded a historic brand rather than retiring it. Today, Hoyle decks continue to set standards in cardrooms, social clubs, family gatherings, and collector's cabinets everywhere.

ClassicDecks.com is proud to celebrate the legacy of fair play with its range of Hoyle poker, bridge, pinochle, plastic, casino, waterproof, and unique vintage decks—from the everyday to the extraordinary.

Want to learn more? Explore our comprehensive Hoyle Collector's Guide to understand eras, identify vintage decks, and discover what makes Hoyle one of America's most enduring card brands.