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Popish Plot Playing Cards. English, ca. 1679. Square-cornered pack bears engraved scenes of a fictitious plot to murder Charles II, said to be uncovered by the Reverend Titus Oates. Scenes includes the discovery of the plot and the horrific consequences meted out on its instigators, including executions by hanging. 37/52. Printed backs. Several cards soiled or chipped, but very good overall. Rare. Engraved after drawings by Francis Barlow. Each image bears a caption describing it and its place in the story of the Popish Plot.