{"product_id":"metal-whist-and-game-scorers-pair-1860s","title":"Metal whist and game scorers (pair) - 1860s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare pair of brass whist and game scorers from the 1860s–1905 period, originally patented by Dipple in the 1860s. Featuring an ingenious mechanical counter mechanism, these versatile markers were designed for tracking whist scores and general gaming tallies. Their practical design proved popular beyond the card table—grouse shooters adopted them to record bag counts during driven shoots. A fascinating example of Victorian gaming and sporting ingenuity, combining precision engineering with dual-purpose functionality. Each scorer retains its original patina and mechanical responsiveness, making them both functional collectibles and striking period pieces that reflect the resourcefulness of 19th-century leisure culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoyles Grade 1\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoyle's Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56776827765109,"sku":"VIN0399","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2324\/0069\/files\/Metal_piquet_and_game_scorers_pair_-_1880s.jpg?v=1772024907","url":"https:\/\/hoylesoxford.com\/en-us\/products\/metal-whist-and-game-scorers-pair-1860s","provider":"Hoyle's of Oxford","version":"1.0","type":"link"}