A New York Icon – Originally designed by Calvert Vaux, Tavern on the Green was built as a sheep fold in the 1880’s to house 700 Southdown sheep. The building was transformed into a restaurant in 1934 as part of a park renovation by Robert Moses. Reopened in 2014, the restaurant paid homage to their roots with inviting décor and wood paneling reminiscent of the original sheep fold. A New Edition, in Ivory and Gold – It’s only fitting that these limited edition Tavern on the Green Playing Cards pay homage to this storied history. Shielded in green and gold foil on a new Ivory paper, Tavern on the Green Playing Cards feature the most intricate details on a tuck case we’ve ever produced – inside and out – every detail shines. Exquisite embossing and ultra-rich foil create an aura that only belongs to Tavern. A Breathtaking Work of Art – Featuring fully custom design by Kevin Cantrell, including playing card backs, aces, jokers, and court cards. Made in the USA on FSC-certified paper derived from sustainable forests, starch-based laminates, and vegetable-based inks.