Gangifa is an old complicated, Indian game, needing application of intelligence
and thought. Originated by King of Vishnupur (Bengal) in 8th Century, the earliest
reference to game is made in Babutsana (1527). There were different forms of the game, one
set comprised 144 cards (divided into 12 suits) and another of 96 cards (divided into
eight suits). Cards were circular, oval or rectangular, hand-made and hand painted being
made of metal (gold), ivory, wood, paper or stiffened cloth. |