Polyantha Playing Cards by Daniel Schneider was designed to resemble a classic casino deck for the card table. Completely black and white face cards with modified Courts give the deck a modern twist that you haven't seen before. Due to the well-hidden, yet easy-to-read Black Roses Marking System, it's possible with a short glimpse to see which card you hold in your hand. With that feature, you are also able to perform mind reading effects very quickly, without any set-up. The borderless back design of the Polyantha Playing Cards creates an eye-catching pattern which especially comes into play during card spreads. Two extra cards come with the Polyantha Playing Cards: A black casino cut card with the Black Roses Playing Cards logo on one side. One gaff card with the 2 of Diamonds on top and the 8 of Spades on the bottom of the face. Printed by The US Playing Card Co. on crushed premium (Bee) paper stock with Air Cushion finish and traditional cut. NOTE: Although the photographs show the cards with water and ice, these cards are NOT waterproof. This was merely a way to beautifully portray the deck.