Description
Own a Rare Piece of Gambling History
This museum-worthy set of 8 original Pigeon Lottery tickets from June 1932 represents a lost chapter in gambling history, bridging the past to the billion-dollar Keno industry. The tickets, all from the same owner, are exceptionally well-preserved with only light folding on a few, considering their nearly 100-year-old history.
🔹 2 tickets are marked “Paid,” providing rare proof of winnings in this underground lottery system.
🔹 All tickets are framed in an elegant black wood frame, enhancing their display value.
🔹 Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying their genuine historical provenance.
🔹 Custom Framing Included – After purchase, the buyer may select personalized framing options, and the tickets will be professionally reframed to match their vision.
Historical Significance:
The Pigeon Lottery (白鴿票) was an illegal yet thriving betting game, once banned under anti-Chinese gambling laws before evolving into modern Keno. This set is one of the only known surviving examples of its kind, making it an exceptional collector’s item for historians, gambling memorabilia enthusiasts, and fine art investors.
Condition:
- Very Good – Light folding on a few tickets, no major tears or damage.
- Frame: Black wood frame (custom options available post-purchase).
🔎 An Unmatched Collectible Opportunity
Whether displayed in a private collection, museum, or investment portfolio, these tickets stand as a testament to resilience, history, and cultural adaptation in the world of gambling.
Additional Details:
- Year: June 1932
- Quantity: Set of 8 tickets (same owner)
- Condition: Very good (light folding on some)
- Frame: Black wood (custom reframing available)
- Certificate of Authenticity: Included
- Shipping: Insured worldwide shipping available
- Handling Time: 5-7 business days (custom framing may extend processing time)
Secure this one-of-a-kind historical artifact today!
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