Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Ciociaria regional card deck is one of the most interesting modern additions to the world of Italian playing cards. Produced by Modiano and illustrated by Gianni Rossini, this unofficial regional deck celebrates the traditions, folklore, food, humor, and history of Ciociaria, a cultural region within Lazio, Italy. While it is a modern creation, it follows the structure and spirit of traditional Italian regional playing cards, making it instantly familiar to players while offering something entirely new.
Best bet to getting your own copy, email: 40ciociare@gmail.com and capitoline.roma@gmail.com
Special thanks to Alessandro Rea for translations, insights and excellent voice overs!
More on the Deck:
https://www.ilmessaggero.it/frosinone/frosinone_carte_ciociare-575207.html
In this video, we'll take a deep dive into the suits, court cards, local dialect proverbs, and cultural references hidden throughout the deck. From olive oil and handmade pasta to village festivals and folk legends, every card contains details connected to everyday life in Ciociaria. The traditional Italian suits of Coins, Cups, Clubs, and Swords are creatively reimagined through local symbols that reflect the region’s identity and history.
We'll also explore the historical influences behind the artwork, including references to French occupation during the Napoleonic era, famous local traditions, and the unique humor that runs throughout the deck. Unlike many modern novelty decks, this one feels deeply connected to the people and places it represents. It is both a playable deck and a celebration of regional heritage.
Whether you’re a collector of Italian regional cards, a player of Scopa, Briscola, Tressette, or other classic Italian card games, or simply interested in the history and culture behind traditional playing cards, this deck offers a fascinating glimpse into a lesser-known corner of Italy. Join me as we examine every suit, uncover the stories behind the artwork, and see why the Ciociaria deck may become one of the most beloved modern regional decks ever produced.
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By Christopher Cannucciari
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The Ciociaria regional card deck is one of the most interesting modern additions to the world of Italian playing cards. Produced by Modiano and illustrated by Gianni Rossini, this unofficial regional deck celebrates the traditions, folklore, food, humor, and history of Ciociaria, a cultural region within Lazio, Italy. While it is a modern creation, it follows the structure and spirit of traditional Italian regional playing cards, making it instantly familiar to players while offering something entirely new.
Best bet to getting your own copy, email: 40ciociare@gmail.com and capitoline.roma@gmail.com
Special thanks to Alessandro Rea for translations, insights and excellent voice overs!
More on the Deck:
https://www.ilmessaggero.it/frosinone/frosinone_carte_ciociare-575207.html
In this video, we'll take a deep dive into the suits, court cards, local dialect proverbs, and cultural references hidden throughout the deck. From olive oil and handmade pasta to village festivals and folk legends, every card contains details connected to everyday life in Ciociaria. The traditional Italian suits of Coins, Cups, Clubs, and Swords are creatively reimagined through local symbols that reflect the region’s identity and history.
We'll also explore the historical influences behind the artwork, including references to French occupation during the Napoleonic era, famous local traditions, and the unique humor that runs throughout the deck. Unlike many modern novelty decks, this one feels deeply connected to the people and places it represents. It is both a playable deck and a celebration of regional heritage.
Whether you’re a collector of Italian regional cards, a player of Scopa, Briscola, Tressette, or other classic Italian card games, or simply interested in the history and culture behind traditional playing cards, this deck offers a fascinating glimpse into a lesser-known corner of Italy. Join me as we examine every suit, uncover the stories behind the artwork, and see why the Ciociaria deck may become one of the most beloved modern regional decks ever produced.
TikTok: tiktok.com/@play_in.games?_t=8lg0eVCK0OQ&_r=1
Instagram: instagram.com/playin_games_offical
Inquiries: playin.games.contact@gmail.com
💰 Support the Channel: Hit that Special Thanks button!
By Christopher Cannucciari
play-in-games.org
All Rights: Dynamic Range LLC
