kaardikogu

Kaardikogu refers to the card collection or a playing card collection. It often pertains to the study and compilation of various playing cards from around the world, especially those with historical significance. In Estonia, the term Kaardikogu is associated with a national repository that collects and preserves playing cards.

The Estonian branch of the Kaardikogu was established in the 19th century with the aim of showcasing the world's playing cards. The collection includes around 30,000 items such as cards, posters, and other materials related to card games. The repository primarily focuses on collecting and preserving traditional and rare card types worldwide.

Besides holding a significant collection, the Kaardikogu also serves as a research institution. Its record of various playing cards worldwide provides a useful resource for linguists, historians, and students of cultural studies. The research conducted here contributes to greater understanding and insight into the evolution of playing cards across the globe.

The collections housed within the Kaardikogu are rare and valuable. Many of these items represent different card games, which offers a comprehensive view of the card game history. The archives include sourced cards and printed matter, which makes the Kaardikogu a significant repository for discovering the varied cultural heritage associated with card games.

Through its extensive archives, historical, scientific and linguistic research in playing cards are both promoted and maintained.