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A. Dougherty “Murphy Varnish” Transformation Playing Cards. New York, ca. 1883. 52 + J + OB. Comical transformation deck that doubles in advertising Murphy Varnish. Backs red with leaves and a charioteer in Murphy Varnish chariot. One of the best and most desired American transformation decks. Cards are near mint; box flaps loose, scribbling in pen on back of box. RARE. Hochman T5. Field, p. 145.