Second Restock of Legal Tender Holographic Deck Available TODAY!

GREAT NEWS! If you missed the first drop of Kings Wild's Legal Tender Holographic Playing Cards, the second restock of Legal Tender Holographic deck will be available today! 



Legal Tender is the culmination of some of Kings Wild's most breathtaking artwork combined with the industry-leading advancements in printing technology and production,  inspired by artist Jackson Robinson's love of currency art and banknote engraving.



Legal Tender is a beautifully crafted deck and strikes a balance between classic banknote engraving and the modern sleekness of high tech banknote manufacturing. Inside, the court cards feature many iconic American figures that are featured on current American currency: Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln.



Every aspect of this deck was thoughtfully planned and no detail was overlooked. From the subtle background images of the Statue of Liberties' torch to the Declaration of Independence, every aspect amplifies the truly beautiful artwork of the deck that has has been present on the US currency for many years but is presented in an incredibly new and creative way.



Three products with this drop, 3,000 Legal Tender Holographic Editions⁣, 500 Gilded and Signed Legal Tender Holographic Editions for pre-order⁣ AND 50 Signed and Numbered Legal Tender Holographic Uncut Sheets⁣. Don't miss out!



Printed by the Expert Playing Card Co. and available on kingswildproject.com for $15.

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Kickstarter: Legal Tender Playing Cards by Jackson Robinson

The Federal 52 Playing Cards took the community by storm in 2013. It raised over $149k and delivered on time. The follow-up campaign in the same year was for the Reserve Note, Silver Certificate, and the highly sought-after Black Reserve Note. It raised over $188k. Aside from the financial of both campaigns, it opened the crowdfunding floodgates for every aspiring card designer and also set the standard for custom deck design to this day.

Now, Kings Wild is back on Kickstarter with Legal Tender Playing Cards. Legal Tender takes what designer Jackson Robinson have learned from all of the lessons and experiences over the past few years and create the finest deck of playing cards. According to Jackson,

Legal Tender is the natural evolution of my incredible love of currency art and bank note engraving. It is my hope with Legal Tender to create a series of decks that champion the vastly different styles and looks of currency of the world, starting with modern US and Chinese notes. 

There are two editions being offered in this campaign, the US Edition and Chinese Edition. The decks accentuated by meticulous and elegant details throughout with a stunning intricate back design and beautiful background patterns on the face card. Both will be printed by the Expert Playing Card Co.

Legal Tender starts at $14. The campaign has already far surpassed the $18k goal. As of writing, Kings Wild campaign has already passed $44k in less than 24 hours. It still has 29 days to go.

Bicycle Legal Tender Playing Cards

Bicycle Legal Tender, designed by Jackson Robinson, reimagines the intricate craftsmanship of historic American currency as a fully custom playing card deck. Released as part of USPCC's Bicycle Designer Series, the deck blends classic Bicycle handling with richly detailed, engraving-inspired artwork that pays homage to the visual language of vintage U.S. banknotes.

Money has always been more than a means of exchange—it’s a showcase for national symbolism, ornate filigree, and meticulous linework meant to reward close inspection. Legal Tender translates that tradition directly to the tabletop, drawing from the same ornamental borders, portrait-style vignettes, and razor-fine detailing found on historical currency. Every card feels like a miniature print, designed with the patience and precision associated with collector-grade engravings.

Produced as an official Bicycle-branded release, Legal Tender continues to balance timeless aesthetics with modern execution. Jackson Robinson’s artwork gives the deck a cohesive, fully custom look while preserving the familiar feel players expect from his designs. 

Bicycle Legal Tender stands as a refined celebration of traditional illustration, where classic design, craftsmanship, and usability intersect in a deck that feels equally at home on the card table or in a collector’s archive. Available now $14.99 from Cardtopia.

Holographic Gilded Legacy Legal Tender III

Kings Wild‘s latest release, the Holographic Gilded Legacy Legal Tender III, is a true labor of dedication and artistry. The journey to bring this unique product to life spanned nearly 5 weeks of continuous laser engraving, resulting in a truly extraordinary piece that stands as a testament to Kings Wild’s commitment to excellence.

Every detail of this release has been meticulously crafted to offer an unparalleled experience. Each case has been hand-sanded and oiled to perfection, ensuring a tactile delight that matches its visual splendor. The holographic seal adds an elegant finishing touch that captivates the eye and sets this release apart as a true collector’s gem.

Legal Tender is the culmination of some of Kings Wild’s most breathtaking artwork combined with the industry-leading advancements in printing technology and production, inspired by artist Jackson Robinson‘s love of currency art and banknote engraving.

This beautifully crafted deck strikes a balance between classic banknote engraving and the modern sleekness of high-tech banknote manufacturing. The court cards feature many iconic American figures that are featured on current American currency: Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln.

The Holographic Gilded Legacy Legal Tender III represents a harmonious fusion of creativity and craftsmanship. The holographic gilded edges enhance the visual appeal; it’s a masterpiece that’s meant to be treasured.

Elevate your collection with this exceptional release – a true celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and holographic allure. Order now and indulge in a new level of collectible excellence! Printed by KWPCC and available now on Kings Wild Project for $125.

First Look at the Highly Anticipated Legal Tender Playing Cards

Legal Tender is one of the most highly anticipated deck of the year! Kings Wild Project's next offering in a long line of luxury playing cards inspired by the artist Jackson Robinson's love of currency art and banknote engraving.



Legal Tender is the culmination of some of Kings Wild's most breathtaking artwork combined with the industry-leading advancements in printing technology and production.



Inside, the court cards feature many iconic American figures that are featured on current American currency: Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln.



Also other influential figures throughout America's great nation's history, like Harriet Tubman, Ulysses S. Grant, and Martha Washington.



Every aspect of this deck was thoughtfully planned and no detail was overlooked. From the subtle background images of the Statue of Liberties' torch to the Declaration of Independence, every aspect amplifies the truly beautiful artwork of the deck that has has been present on the US currency for many years but is presented in an incredibly new and creative way.



Legal Tender is a beautifully crafted deck and strikes a balance between classic banknote engraving and the modern sleekness of high tech banknote manufacturing.



Printed by the Expert Playing Card Co. and available on kingswildproject.com for $15 on July 4th.





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Card Flash: Chinese Legal Tender

Chinese Legal Tender is the latest addition to the Legal Tender playing cards series by Kings Wild Project. This elegant deck is inspired by the beautiful artwork of Chinese currency. 

Inside, the court cards feature many Chinese figures that are showcased on Chinese currency. EVERY aspect of this deck was thoughtfully planned and no detail was overlooked. From the intricate background images to the colors and micro-lettering, every aspect amplifies the truly beautiful artwork of the deck that has been present on the Chinese currency, presented in a creative way.

Also, this eye-catching deck features holographic foiling on the cards and tuck case, creating this unique take on a deck of playing cards.

Available NOW on kingswildproject.com for $14.

Kings Wild Project Unveils Swiss Franc Legal Tender Playing Cards

Kings Wild Project has just released the latest addition to its celebrated Legal Tender series: The Swiss Franc on Kickstarter. Continuing the tradition of blending world currency design with premium playing card craftsmanship, this deck pays tribute to the bold colors, geometric precision, and artistic flair of Switzerland’s iconic banknotes.

First launched in 2013 with Federal 52, the Legal Tender series has grown to celebrate currencies from the U.S., China, Britain, and now Switzerland. The Swiss Franc deck stands out with its vertical orientation, vivid gradients, and references to themes like time, light, and communication — all signatures of the original banknotes.

For this edition, designer Jackson Robinson draws deep inspiration from the textures, motifs, and symbolic themes of real Swiss currency. Rather than simply replicating elements, Jackson reinterprets them through his signature engraving-style illustrations.

The result is a deck that captures both the innovation and cultural richness of Swiss design, with every card featuring custom art and foiled accents. The deck is available in three editions:

• Standard Edition – Foiled accents on every card, housed in an embossed tuck case
• Gilded Edition – Metallic gilded edges, individually numbered and sealed
• Legacy Edition – Presented in an elegant walnut display box, numbered and sealed to match previous Legacy decks in the series

Whether you’re a loyal Kings Wild collector or simply a fan of currency-inspired design, this latest release promises to be a standout piece in any collection. Pledge starts at $15 on Kickstarter.

Card Flash: Legal Tender Playing Cards

Currently being fulfilled, Legal Tender Playing Cards by Kings Wild are a beautifully illustrated deck inspired by the currencies of the world. There are two editions being offered, the US Edition and Chinese Edition.

The decks accentuated by meticulous and elegant details throughout with an intricate back design and exquisite background patterns on the face cards. If you loved the artwork from Federal 52 series, you will love Legal Tender. The line work is clean and more realistic. The tucks are elegantly embossed and foiled giving it a clean sharp look.

However, the missing holographic strip is a disappointment but this has been communicated to backers. Also, the thicker card stock is snappy but feels plasticky. The decks took longer than usual to arrive but they did arrive and they are well worth the wait!

Images by Anthony Ingrassia of Kardify. No part of this article, images or video can be reproduced without written permission from the author and Kardify.com. To see more of Anthony's (Sparkz) work you can visit his site at AI Photography.

Top 5 Collector Playing Cards of 2020

What an uncertain year it has been! However, one thing is certain: we are incredibly fortunate to be part of such an inspired community of artists, designers, cardists, magicians, and collectors! Even with the pandemic, we have had a huge selection of decks released and delivered this year. 

We've compiled our favorite decks for 2020 right here. This will be the second of four articles counting down to our Deck of the Year reveal next week.

Top 5 Cardistry Decks

Top 5 Collector Playing Cards

Top 12 Playing Cards of 2020

Deck of the Year 2020

If you think we've missed your favorite deck, let us know in the comment section below. Note that the selection expressed in this top 5 are solely those of the author and the list is in no particular order.

United

From Cartamundi, the United decks were made to celebrate the acquisition of USPCC earlier this year. These decks are never to be sold and were only given away to the lucky attendees of Cartamundi and USPCC's House of Cardistry event in NYC.

Legal Tender 

From Kings Wild, Legal Tender is a beautifully crafted deck and strikes a balance between classic banknote engraving and the modern sleekness of high tech banknote manufacturing. Inside, the court cards feature many iconic American figures that are featured on current American currency: Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln. Legal Tender is the culmination of some of Jackson Robinson's most breathtaking artwork combined with the industry-leading advancements in printing technology and production.

Crypt

Image by Richard Arturo (Instagram: @richardarturo47)

CRYPT Playing Cards by Lotrek of Oath playing Cards is the third installment of Oath's mystery decks. Bought sight unseen, no pictures of this deck has been released to keep all its secrets hidden like - a crypt.

Star Wars 

Star Wars Plying Card is an officially licensed deck produced by Theory11 in collaboration with LucasFilm and designed by Mattson Creative Inside the deck is fully custom with special court cards and card backs with details that will sure to delight fans. The deck is packaged shiny foil and embossed tuck boxe feature either Rebel Alliance imagery. A must-have for any Star Wars fan!

Trident

Trident Playing Cards by Kevin Yu is an incredible looking deck featuring an eye-catching tuck concept designed with magnetic opening and closing system. When the box is spread out, one will notice that each piece is lined by a stunning Foil line, which traces the weapon-shaped cutouts. The card backs feature a mesmerizing silver and copper metallic ink with highly saturated colored lines outline the image of the Poseidon’s trident. The courts are represented by legendary heroes from a different historical period, from Athena, to Alexander the Great and Hector from Homer’s epos Iliad.

Note that the selection expressed in this top 5 are solely those of the author and the list is in no particular order.
 

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Top 12 Playing Cards of 2020

What an uncertain year it has been! However, one thing is certain: we are incredibly fortunate to be part of such an inspired community of artists, designers, cardists, magicians, and collectors! Even with the pandemic, we have had a huge selection of decks released and delivered this year. 

We've compiled our favorite decks for 2020 right here. This will be the third of four articles counting down to our Deck of the Year reveal next week.

Top 5 Cardistry Decks

Top 5 Collector Playing Cards

Top 12 Playing Cards of 2020

Deck of the Year 2020

If you think we've missed your favorite deck, let us know in the comment section below. Note that the selection expressed in this top 5 are solely those of the author and the list is in no particular order.

United

From Cartamundi, the United decks were made to celebrate the acquisition of USPCC earlier this year. These decks are never to be sold and were only given away to the lucky attendees of Cartamundi and USPCC's House of Cardistry event in NYC.

Modern Idols

Modern Idols is a brand new series of playing cards by Thirdway Industries, based on the beliefs of the modern age. Designed by the Italian designer Giovanni Meroni the decks are inspired by the TV Series about American Gods - The story is about the new Idols that replaced the Old Gods. Inside, the artwork is fully custom with unique court cards, different color schemes for each suits, and eye-catching neon ink card backs.

Legal Tender 

From Kings Wild, Legal Tender is a beautifully crafted deck and strikes a balance between classic banknote engraving and the modern sleekness of high tech banknote manufacturing. Inside, the court cards feature many iconic American figures that are featured on current American currency: Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln. Legal Tender is the culmination of some of Jackson Robinson's most breathtaking artwork combined with the industry-leading advancements in printing technology and production.

Card College

Ark Playing Cards' Card College Limited Edition is a stunning deck based on Robert Giobbi's Card College. This exclusive playing card set design reflects the classic, elegance, and legacy of Robert's work. The tuck box comes with an elegant pop-up surprise that sets this deck apart. Inside, the face cards are standard with the exception of the custom Ace and Jokers. Metallic ink is used on the face and the card backs to give it a touch of luxury and elegance.

Crypt

Image by Richard Arturo (Instagram: @richardarturo47)

CRYPT Playing Cards by Lotrek of Oath playing Cards is the third installment of Oath's mystery decks. Bought sight unseen, no pictures of this deck have been released to keep all its secrets hidden like - a crypt. 

Meadowlark

By Meadowlark Pharmacy, the Meadowlark playing cards feature fully custom artwork by Russell Gray. The overall design of the deck has a retro yet modern feel throughout. From the mirrored card backs to the court cards, Ace of Spade, and cute Jokers. The deck is packaged in an eye-catching tuck box, copper foil, embossed, and capped with a beautiful seal. Everything ties together very well!

Star Wars 

Star Wars Playing Card is an officially licensed deck produced by Theory11 in collaboration with LucasFilm and designed by Mattson Creative Inside the deck is fully custom with special court cards and card backs with details that will sure to delight fans. The deck is packaged shiny foil and embossed tuck box feature either Rebel Alliance imagery. A must-have for any Star Wars fan! 

Robin Hood

Meticulously designed by Jackson Robinson, the unique artistic style achieved with the Robin Hood playing cards took heavy inspiration from the Bayeux Tapestry - a French tapestry from around 1066. Every stitch is hand-drawn to create this incredible display. The beautifully crafted court cards feature characters from the legend. The deck is kept in a striking tuck case designed to resemble an ancient book, including life-like features to resemble canvas and leather design-work, a book spine, frayed paper edges, and finished with realistic wear-n-tear details. 

52 Plus Joker 2020 Club Deck

The 52 Plus Joker club 2020 deck is designed UUSI. The deck is fully custom features original hand-drawn artwork by Peter using just 2 colors, black and red. The deck comes with a bold Ace of Spades, custom jokers, old-style suit symbols, and traditional courts inspired from full figure courts popular before the 1900s. The deck does have a vintage look and feel but with a modern simplistic touch.

Trident

Trident Playing Cards by Kevin Yu is an incredible looking deck featuring an eye-catching tuck concept designed with magnetic opening and closing system. When the box is spread out, one will notice that each piece is lined by a stunning Foil line, which traces the weapon-shaped cutouts. The card backs feature a mesmerizing silver and copper metallic ink with highly saturated colored lines that outline the image of the Poseidon’s trident. The courts are represented by legendary heroes from a different historical period, from Athena, to Alexander the Great and Hector from Homer’s epos Iliad.

Fontaine x Babylon

The Babylon Fontaines generated quite a buzz within the community when Zach dropped the SPOTLIGHT video on youtube. The deck features a minimal white tuck box design and a white card back featuring the iconic 'f' in black and thin black borders. When using a UV torchlight, the deck is 'activated' with the Babylon brand logo revealed on the white spaces of the tuck AND card backs! Genius! 

Beowulf

A last-minute addition to the list. Beowulf playing cards inspired by the longest epic poem with the characters represented on the face cards in unique carving-styled artwork by Jackson Robinson. The deck is kept in a tuck case designed to resemble an ancient book, including life-like features to resemble canvas and leather design-work, and finished with realistic wear-n-tear details. 

Honorable mention:  Royal Verge by Dealt Playing Cards, Kodiak by Black Ink Playing Cards, Postage Paid by Kings Wild Project, Black17 by Stockholm17,  Aurum Deus by Encarded, Charmers by Kellar O'Neil, Stratosphere by Legends Playing Card Co, Tough Luck by Native Tongue Studio and Doc's Playing Card Co., Mono Hexa by Luke Wadey Design, Rose Gold Gatorbacks by David Blaine and Fontaine x DabsmyLA.

Note that the selection expressed in this top 12 are solely those of the author and the list is in no particular order.

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