tréfas

Tréfas, also known as the Three Faces of the Moon, is a traditional French game of chance played with a deck of 32 cards, each featuring one of three faces of the moon on one side and a number on the other. The game is believed to have originated in the 18th century and has been a popular pastime in France for centuries.

The deck consists of 32 cards, with each card having one of three faces of the moon on one side and a number from 1 to 10 on the other. The three faces of the moon are often depicted as a crescent moon, a half moon, and a full moon. The game is typically played by two players, with each player drawing a card from the deck and comparing the numbers on the cards. The player with the higher number wins the round, and the game continues until one player has won a predetermined number of rounds.

Tréfas is a simple and easy-to-learn game that requires no special skills or equipment. It is often played in social settings, such as cafes and restaurants, and has become a symbol of French culture and tradition. The game is also known for its association with the French phrase "à la tréfas," which means "to the moon," reflecting the game's lunar theme. Despite its popularity, tréfas has largely fallen out of favor in recent decades, but it remains an important part of France's gaming heritage.