Vintage Contraband Card Game Pepys Series Complete 1950s Retro Smuggling Game

ITEM SPECIFICS

Condition: Used - Very good vintage condition, complete. See photos.

Game Title: Contraband

Publisher: Pepys Series / Castell Brothers Ltd.

Era/Year: Circa 1940s / 1950s

Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom

Theme: Strategy / Smuggling / Bluffing

DESCRIPTION

Vintage "Contraband: A Battle of Fun" Card Game by Pepys Series – Highly Collectible Mid-Century Edition.

Up for sale is a wonderfully preserved, complete vintage example of the classic bluffing and smuggling card game, Contraband, produced in Great Britain by the renowned Pepys Series.

Famous for its striking, vibrant box art featuring iconic mid-century illustrations of "contraband" goods (Brandy, Cameras, Perfumes, Diamonds), this set is an absolute treat for collectors of vintage toys, social history, or graphic design.

WHAT’S INCLUDED & CONDITION DETAILS:

The Outer Box: In great vintage condition with brilliant, bright red, yellow, and green colors. Shows only minor edge wear and light scuffing consistent with age. No major splits or crushing.

The Cards: Full deck of playing cards in clean, crisp condition with the classic red and white "Paris/London" wavy back design.

Pepys Currency: An excellent, well-preserved stack of original play money across multiple denominations (£5, £10, £20, £50, £100, and £200 notes).

Rules: Includes the original printed "The Rules of Contraband" booklet.

This is a brilliant, complete survivor that is ready to be played or proudly displayed. Please study the high-resolution photos provided to assess the exact cosmetic condition.

POSTAGE:

Will be packed securely to protect the vintage cardboard and sent via tracked delivery. International shipping available through eBay's Global Shipping Programme.

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