This vintage Bicycle Miniature Rider Back No. 404 deck is the green member of the classic red, blue and green miniature series — and the color collectors encounter least often. Still unopened in its original 1990 retail blister packaging, it is a particularly appealing piece for Bicycle color collectors and anyone building a collection of vintage Rider Back variations.
The miniature cards measure approximately 1.75 × 2.5 inches and retain traditional playing-card faces and indices together with the familiar Bicycle Rider Back artwork, rendered here in bright green. Despite its tiny dimensions, it is a complete conventional playing-card deck rather than merely a novelty display piece.
The original packaging adds significant character. The colorful “Miniature Playing Cards” retail backing is copyrighted 1990 by The United States Playing Card Company. The miniature tuck carries the historic Cincinnati, Ohio company identification while also clearly stating that the deck itself was Made in China.
Product Details
- Vintage Bicycle Miniature Playing Cards
- No. 404 miniature Rider Back deck
- Scarcer green Rider Back color
- Circa 1990 / early 1990s
- 52 standard playing cards plus 2 Jokers
- Traditional Bicycle-style faces and indices
- Approximately 43 × 63 mm / 1.75 × 2.5 inches
- Original miniature Bicycle tuck box
- Original retail blister-card packaging
- Made in China
- Bicycle / The United States Playing Card Company
Why the Green Miniature Deck Stands Out
- Less-common vintage color: Green is considerably less frequently encountered than the traditional red and blue versions of the vintage No. 404 miniature deck.
- Original 1990 retail presentation: The deck remains packaged on its colorful period blister card.
- Classic Rider Back heritage: The instantly recognizable Bicycle back takes on an unusual character in green.
- True miniature scale: Cards are only about 1.75 × 2.5 inches.
- Ideal Bicycle collector piece: Especially appealing alongside the matching vintage red and blue No. 404 decks.
Vintage Condition
This is vintage new-old-stock merchandise. The deck remains unopened in its original retail blister packaging. The original backing and blister show age-related shelf and storage wear, including bends, creasing, scuffs and edge wear consistent with a product more than three decades old. Please review the photographs carefully; the item pictured is the item being offered.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the green Bicycle Miniature harder to find?
Yes. The green version is less commonly encountered than the red and blue colors in the vintage No. 404 miniature series and is particularly attractive to collectors assembling the complete color group.
When was this deck produced?
The original retail backing is copyrighted 1990 by The United States Playing Card Company, placing this package in the 1990 or early-1990s period.
What size are the cards?
The miniature cards measure approximately 43 × 63 mm, or about 1.75 × 2.5 inches.
How many cards are included?
The Bicycle Miniature No. 404 format contains 52 conventional playing cards plus two Jokers.
Where was this Bicycle deck made?
The miniature tuck is marked Made in China. It was produced for The United States Playing Card Company.
Is the package in mint condition?
No. The deck remains unopened, but the original blister-card packaging shows visible storage and age wear. Please examine the product photographs for the exact condition.