Designer’s Cheat Sheet: Perfect Playing Card Dimensions Measurements

Even today, who doesn’t love playing cards? No matter whether you’re a millennial or a Gen Z, everyone loves playing cards. Whether it’s a party, a friend's get-together, or a Christmas dinner, it always ends with playing cards. If you are thinking about launching a card game or if you want to give your old card game an updated look, then the first step would be knowing the dimensions of your cards.  

Understand the Dimensions of a Playing Card!

Do you know the number of cards that are in a deck? Because if you don’t, then you need to, as this will help you understand the dimensions of your cards as well as the box. Most people think that a deck has 54 cards, but that’s not true. Because any standard game, even for children, adults, and teens, will have a maximum of 54 cards. Only a few games like Tarot have more than seventy-five cards, but again, this is an exception. The design and the look of every card are different. Therefore, the dimensions of each card are different. So, let’s take a look at different card games and their different dimensions.

• Tarot Cards 

The history of the tarot game traces back to the 9th century. This game has the most cards than any other card game. Also, there is not one but various tarot card games being sold all over the world. So, their dimensions depend on the area where they are being sold. Therefore, when we talk about the dimensions of a tarot card game, we can say that the large tarot card size is approximately 3.25 x 5.3 x 1.4 inches. And if we mention the dimension of the box, then it would be 4.5 x 6.2 x 2.0 inches. But if we talk about the mini tarot cards, their dimensions would be equal to 1.95 x 3 x 0.75 inches. And their box dimension would be at least one – two inches apart.

• Poker Cards

We have all played poker in our lives once. But some people play it every other day, as it is one of the most liked games. When we talk about the standard poker card dimensions, it would be 2.5 x 3.5 x 1 inches. Keep in mind that there are two types of poker cards, and both types have different sizes. 

• Bridge Cards 

The density of bridge cards is slightly less than the other cards. These cards are thin in size, and the dimensions of an average bridge card will be 5.2 x 3.3 x 1D inches. 

• Oracle Cards 

Oracle cards are very similar to tarot cards. Both of these games are also similar. Now, as a player or a manufacturer, you must know that the oracle cards come in different sizes. Here, we have mentioned three of the most common types. 

• Large 

In general, the Oracle cards with big sizes are 3.5 x 5 inches. For safe transportation of the cards, the ideal box size would be 4.5 x 5.75 x 1.7 inches.

• Mini

The most common dimensions for a mini oracle card are 2.4 x 3.4 inches. These mini oracle cards are designed in a way that you can carry them with you anywhere. If you want to create a box for mini oracle cards, then its dimensions would be 3 x 4.1 x 1.5 inches. 

• Wide 

These cards are wide to offer the players a better look at the cards. The design of these cards is also made by keeping in mind their functionality. 3.1 x 4.6 H would be the standard playing card dimension for the oracle deck. 

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Customize Your Cards and Their Dimensions

If your game aesthetics don’t match the sizes that are mentioned in this blog, then you can simply customize the dimensions of your playing cards. 
To take the playing card dimensions, here are three steps: 

• The Right Measurement 

First and foremost, you need to take the right measurements of your cards and their boxes. While taking the dimensions of a playing card, make sure that you measure the depth, length, height, and last but most importantly, its density. Keep in mind to always keep the card box a little wider and longer than the cards. 

• Card Material 

Make sure to use durable and high-quality packaging materials to get your cards customized. Cardboard and plastic are two of the common materials that most packaging companies use in the manufacturing of game cards. You need to get your cards printed with high-quality ink and smooth coatings so that the graphics remain intact on the cards. If you promote sustainability, then you can also use cards that are made of eco-friendly materials and natural inks. 

• Design & Colour 

The design of your card should match the theme of your game. Every game has different rules, tricks, and wins. You need to make sure that your card designer makes use of the most interesting and intriguing graphics on your cards. This will allow you to entice your customers and make your game a favorite. 

Conclusion!

Taking the right dimensions of a card size might be tricky, but it can also be very simple. If you are still not sure about how to take the accurate and standard playing card dimensions, then don’t be hesitant and contact our custom packaging experts at Boxit Packages now.