The Independence - Playing cards inspired by The Revolution

A project in Bartlett, TN by Jackson Robinson
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A playing card series by Jackson Robinson inspired by the American Revolution, featuring both a Continentals Deck and a British deck.
Backers: 1394
Average Pledge Per Backer: $84

Funded: $116,525 of $60,000
Dates: Mar 1st -> Apr 10th (40 days)
Project By: Jackson Robinson
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Episode #1 – I’d Back That! A Kickstarter Podcast

April 9th - via: quadruplez.com
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Sir William Clinton - Jack of Diamonds

April 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Sir William Clinton - Jack of Diamonds Click image for high res Complementary Display Decks for Limited Edition setsI have had a ton of messages asking to see what the LTD Display Decks will look like, so here are front and back renderings of what... (Read More)

Washington - Jack of Spades / Special Surprise!!!

April 7th - via: kickstarter.com
George Washington - Jack of Spades Click image for high res  Special Surprise for all Limited Edition backers!I wanted to save this little surprise until the very end of the campaign for all of you Limited Edition backers. Something I found with my... (Read More)

Lady Britannia - Standard Edition Joker

April 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Click image for high res I also wanted to say thank you to all of you who showed up to the google hangout last night. You can check out the recording here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iz24NfDmjKY  (Read More)

Google Hangout with Jackson now live!

April 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Tonight's Google Hangout is now live! Come join us and ask me any questions you may have about the my decks or the Independence decks. Below are a few links that you can click on to join the google hangout.  You will have to have Gchat installed in... (Read More)

1st Google Hangout Live Now, Come join us!

April 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Google Hangout: https://plus.google.com/events/c6h1nqf1pg2lucici0b162iggos No youtube broadcast on this one but there will be on the one tonight.  (Read More)

Thomas Gage - King of Diamonds / Google Hangout Q & A Tonight.

April 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
click image for high res  Google Hangout Q & A TonightAs the project nears a conclusion I wanted to create an opportunity for you guys to connect with me and ask me any questions or just chat about the art and craft of playing cards. Tonight I... (Read More)

Thomas Paine - Jack of Clubs / Design Update!

April 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Thomas Paine Jack of Clubs click image for high res Card design updateAs always I love having you guys be a part of the creative process. After much back and forth with the voices in my head I decided to follow the majority of everyones voice about... (Read More)

Siege of Boston Map print now available as an add on! Dealer coin proof!

March 25th - via: kickstarter.com
So many of you guys requested that I make a print of the hand inked map I did for the inside of the tuck case an available add on that I have. This print will be a 18 x 24 full color poster. (not a screen print)  Siege of Boston Map click image for... (Read More)

Hand made wooden Case Update!

March 24th - via: kickstarter.com
I just received some pics from Sean my woodworker who makes all of my hand made cases for all of my projects. They look awesome! He keeps exceeding my expectations every time. The cases are made from Sapele. Sapele is in same family as Mahogany. The... (Read More)

What Do the Uncut Tuck Case Sheets Look Like?

March 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
A lot of you guys have been asking what the Uncut Tuck Case Sheets look like. I have included images of both the LTD and the Standard Edition tuck cases uncut sheets. What is an uncut sheet?An uncut sheet, whether of the cards or the tuck case is... (Read More)

Screen Printed Posters now available!

March 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys! So many of you have been messaging me asking about screen printed posters. I'm excited to announce the I have made the first two available for immediate add on. They are 18 x 24 one color screen prints. If you would like to add the posters... (Read More)

Limited Edition Jokers!

March 15th - via: kickstarter.com
As an artist and card designer diptych jokers are one of my favorite things too do. I usually include an info card and double back card with my decks, but this time around I'm dropping the info and double back card in order to have 4 jokers. It is a... (Read More)

Index Card Designs

March 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Here are the basic index card designs for both the Standard Edition Decks and the Limited Edition Decks. Enjoy. Standard Edition Index Cards click image for high res click image for high res  (Read More)

First few stretch goals!

March 13th - via: kickstarter.com
I've been working on solidifying my stretch goal list and I'm ready to release the first few. More information will be coming out soon. The past Diptych image took me a little longer than I was expecting, that's why it has taken me a little longer to... (Read More)

Limited Edition Tuck & Diptych Joker Art.

March 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Here is the a glimpse at the art work on both the underside of the Limited Edition Tuck Cases and also the Limited Edition Diptych Jokers. Pictured is an allegorical Independence holding the swords of freedom, separating the great flags of the... (Read More)

More LTD Slots opening tomorrow at 12:00pm Central

March 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Just wanted to let everyone know that I will be opening up more LTD tiers tomorrow at 12:00pm central. (FYI Day light savings was last night for all you US backers)  (Read More)

New Add on! Independence Dealer Coin!

March 7th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm excited to announce that you may now add on to your existing pledge the 2 inch Independence Dealer Coin. This coin will feature a Continental Side and a Crown Side. I will be using the same manufacturer I have used for all of my previous coins.... (Read More)

Queen of Hearts, New Brick & Split Brick Add On!

March 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz was the Queen of King George III. She also plays the role of the Queen of Hearts. Click image for high res Queen of Hearts Time-Laps New Brick & Split Brick Add Ons!You will notice on the Add On graphic that I... (Read More)

John Adams, King of Clubs

March 5th - via: kickstarter.com
The architect and main catalyst behind the push for Independence, John Adams. Click image for high res  (Read More)

Cast your vote for the design direction for the LTD Queens!

March 4th - via: kickstarter.com
First off this update is ONLY visible to those of you who are currently pledging to receive an LTD set. Please take a few moments to vote for your preferred design direction for the Queens in the LTD deck only. Option A One ship design Option B Two... (Read More)

Possible Limited Edition Queen designs.

March 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
What an incredible first couple of days! Thank you again for all of your support. Below are three possible design directions I'm thinking about going for the Limited Edition Queens. I have always loved Tall Ships and can remember from an early age... (Read More)

Thank you! Abigail Adams

March 1st - via: kickstarter.com
First things first, There is absolute NO way for me to express my utter gratitude for your incredible support. Thank you for making the last 24 hours incredibly exciting. I have some exciting plans for this project and can't wait to share them with... (Read More)

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