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This pack was made in the late 18th century, most probably in Northern Germany. A good guess might be Lübeck, where similar cards have been produced.

There are crescents on the King of Diamonds' breast and sceptre. This might be a sign of the maker. I have not yet found out, but I have seen the same on another anonymous pack.

The pattern is derived from the Paris pattern ('provincial variant'). Note that the usual names have been omitted from the court cards.