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Irish Setters are blessed with some of the nicest cards and stamps available for any breed.
To check out the Irish Setter Stamps from Around the World, click here.

This card is a W.D. & H.O. Wills issued in 1937, No. 30 in a series of 50. These cards were enclosed in Wild Woodbine Cigarettes. The following description is on the back of the card: "A first-class shooting dog and a fine companion. Head lean and long, skull domed and back of skull prominent; defined depression between and below eyes. Muzzle deep and square. Nose dark. Eyes bright and intelligent, rich hazel or brown in colour. Ears of moderated length, set on low and hanging close to cheek. Neck long and slightly arched. Body of moderate length. Chest deep, with well-sprung ribs and wide, slightly arched loin. Forelegs straight and well boned. Hind legs powerful and well bent at stifle. Tail of medium length, carried in slight curve and well feathered. Coat of moderate length, free from wave. Colour: rich golden chestnut, but a little white permissible."
Irish Setter Card 1(Wills Dogs, 1937)... $4.95 each

These cards were issued and enclosed in Priory Tea in 1957 and titled I SPY DOGS. This is a wonderful game that appeared in the News Chronicle & Daily Dispatch.
Irish Setter Card 2(Priory Tea, 1957)... $4.95 each

This card is No. 14 in a series of 25 and distributed by Cofton Collections in 1988. This collection is titled "Dogs 2nd Series-Reprint of 1963".
Irish Setter Card 3(Cofton Collections 2nd series reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each

Bassett Candy issued these cards in 1967 under the title "Popular Dogs". Printing on the back of the card is as follows: "This dog originated in Ireland as a working dog, for finding and retrieving game in that country. The coat should be of moderate length, as flat as possible and of a rich chestnut colour. The eyes are of a dark hazel or dark brown with the nose of dark mahogany, dark walnut or black."
Irish Setter Card 4(Bassett Candy, 1967)... $4.95 each

Cofton Collections issued this card in 1988. This card is No. 17 in a series 25 titled "Dogs 3rd Series-Reprint of 1963".
Irish Setter Card 5(Cofton Collections 3rd series reprint, 1988) ... $4.95 each

This lovely card of the Irish Setter is a photograph(identity of dog unknown) put out by Service Line in Modena, Italy. There is nothing printed on the back but the number of the card(20) and the title of the series Dogs & Cats.
Irish Setter Card 6(Service Line Modena Italy, 1996)... $4.95 each

This photo is No. 47 in a series of 50 issued in 1936 by Carreras titled "Dogs & Friend". The photo is described as follows, on the back of the card, by LADY KITTY RITSON. "Of all the gun-dog breeds, perhaps the Irish Setter is the best-looking, with its beautiful red coat and feathered tail. Shooting-men are not quite as enthusiastic over its performances, as it is supposed to be slightly headstrong compared with other breeds of gun-dogs. However, it has crept more and more into favour during the last few years. It is not always entirely reliable in temperament, owing, perhaps, to being very highly strung, but it is not a fighter and is a grand dog with horses."
Irish Setter Card 7(Carreras Dogs and Friend, 1936)... $4.95 each

This is No. 10 in a series of 48 cards issued in 1961 by Hornimans Tea. The cards were enclosed in all 1/4 lb. packets of Hornimans Tea. The following is printed on the back of the card: " A racy animal full of quality, and like all dogs from Ireland, a red. He was developed from the old 'setting Spaniel' which came originally from Spain, and his job was to 'set' birds for the snare and, later, the gun. The head is long and lean, the skull oval, body muscular, loins slightly arched and the coat flat and free from curl with a level tail carrying a fringe."
Irish Setter Card 8(Hornimans Tea, 1961)... $4.95 each

These cards were issued by the British Automatic Co. Ltd. in 1953. Cards were purchased for 1 cent from a weighing machine. On the front of the card is an artists Drawing of a dog, while on the back of the card there is a date stamped and weight is shown in stones X Lbs.
(1 Stone = 14 Lbs.)
Irish Setter Card 9(British Automatic, 1953)... $4.95 each

Artist Arthur Wardle painted this lovely head study and it was issued by Players originally in 1940. However, due to the paper shortage very few were printed. Fortunately for you collectors these same cards were reprinted in 1994. The title of this series of 50 is "Dogs Heads(Eire)-Reprint of 1940". The following description appears on the back of the card. "Of the breeds from which the Irish Setter originated very little is known, for there have been red Setters in Ireland for centuries, and a red-and-white variety, from which self reds may have descended, is bred and occasionally exhibited at Irish shows. With its dash and endless energy, the Irish Setter is well adapted for work on extensive Irish shoots. In England the breed is largely a show dog, and there is a tendency for breeders there to split up into two factions, the one supporting shows and the other field trials."
I have only two of the reprints available. Don't miss this chance to get this lovely reprint.
Irish Setter Card 11(Players Dogs Heads Eire reproduction, 1994)... $5.95 each

Pattreiouex "Dogs" photos were issued in 1939 and were enclosed in Senior Service Cigarettes. The following is printed on the back of the card. "The Irish Setter is beautiful, brainy and affectionate, but needs an immense amount of exercise.
GENERAL HINTS
SELECTING A PUP. Puppies usually grow evenly up to two months old, after which they grow in patches. A pup which, for his breed, is too long in the back at two months will have fault when fully grown, but too long a back at four months may mean nothing. Therefore try to select your pup at two months, even if he is delivered to you later."
Irish Setter Card 12(Pattreiouex Photographs, 1939)... $5.95 each

The Molassine Co. Ltd., London, (Vim's Pet Foods) issued these cards in 1970 titled "Dogs at Work". The description on the back of the card follows: "This noble and beautiful dog was probably produced by crossing the English and Gordon Setter with the Pointer, a highly sensitive and high spirited dog, very fast and enthusiastic, the Irish Setter made a reputation for himself in the 1800s as a highly capable gun-dog. On account of his beauty, he was given less opportunity to hunt, until today he is almost exclusively a show contender."
Irish Setter Card 13(Molassine Dogs at Work, 1970)... $5.95 each

"JILL"
(Irish Setter)
Artist Lucy Dawson completed this drawing and described 'JILL' on the back of the card. Will's Cigarettes issued these cards "Puppies by Dawson" originally in 1940. If you could find an original today they would sell for $400.00. I have this 'authorized reproduction' issued in 1990. The printing on the back is as follows: "I had tried previously to draw "Jill", but without success, as she only takes orders from her mistress. Her mistress, however, came with her and all went well. A little coaxing did it, and I think there was a biscuit somewhere which interested her. A charming little lady, lively as all healthy puppies should be, but extremely difficult to catch."
Irish Setter Card 14(Wills Puppies by Dawson reissue, 1990)... $5.95 each

This full length painting by artist Arthur Wardle was issued by Players in 1931 and titled "Dogs by Wardle-Full Length. Description on the back of the card is as follows: "The Irish Setter, or Irish Red Setter as he is sometimes called, has been in existence for some centuries. At Field Trials he has competed successfully with some of the best Pointers and Setters of other varieties, and is very popular both on the show bench and as a companion. His coat should be of moderate length, straight, flat hair being most highly valued. Colour: rich golden chestnut with no trace whatever of black. A little white on chest, throat, or toes, or a small star on the forehead is permissible. Height: 22 in. Weight: 65 lb., bitches a little less."
Irish Setter Card 16(Players Dogs full length, 1931)... $6.95 each

CH. FLAIR OF BOWLAND
Sire: Ch. Son of a Gun of Gadeland.
Dam: Prue
Born: June 4th 1932.
John Sinclair issued these Champion Dogs cards in 1938 titled "Champion Dogs". This is No. 48 in a series of 54 real photos. The Champion is described on the back of the card. "This attractive and superbly bred bitch is to-day, the only outstanding representative of the family descended in direct female line from the famous bitch, Nellie lX (born 1882). Flair gained Challenge Certificates at Rounday: Windsor: Kennel Club: and Blackpool Shows. At Rounday, Windsor, The Irish Kennel Club and Sandy Shows she was also adjudged Best of Breed." Owned and Bred by: Mrs. Hempel, Hornchurch.
Irish Setter Card 17(Sinclair Champion Dogs, 1938)... $6.95 each

CH. REBEL, MAID OF GADELAND.
Sire: Rheola Boniface.
Dam: Biddy of Gadeland.
John Sinclair issued these real photos of Champion Dogs in 1938. This photo is No. 51 in a series of 54. The Champion is described on the back of the card. "Has now won 11 Challenge Certificates. She has several times been Best in show, all breeds. Only recently she gained a Challenge Certificate and Cup for Best in Breed at the Kennel Club Show. Is Dam of many prize winners."
Owned by: Mrs. E. M. Baker, Watford.
Irish Setter Card 18(Sinclair Champion Dogs, 1938)... $6.95 each

Players issued this lovely headstudy in 1929. The artist is Arthur Wardle. The following is printed on the back of the card: "The rich golden chestnut colour of the Irish Setter is very beautiful, and though he is perhaps lighter in build, more finely drawn, and of more nervous temperament than some other varieties, he is when well trained and intelligently handled, as fast and keen nosed as other Setters. In Ireland he is highly valued as a field and hunting dog, and at field trials has competed successfully with some of the best Pointers from England and Scotland. The coat is moderate length, straight flat hair being most highly valued. Height 22 ins."
Irish Setter Card 19(Players Dogs Heads, 1929)... $7.95 each

This card is No. 31 in a series of 50 issued by Player in 1925, titled "Dogs-Scenic Background". The following is printed on the back of the card. "The rich golden chestnut colour of the Irish Setter is very beautiful, and though he is perhaps lighter in build, more finely drawn, and of more nervous temperament than some other varieties, he is when well trained and intelligently handled as fast and keen-nosed as other Setters. In Ireland he is highly valued as a field and hunting dog, and at field trials has competed successfully with some of the best Pointers from England and Scotland. The coat is of moderate length, straight flat hair being most highly valued. Height 22 ins."
Irish Setter Card 20(Players Scenic, 1925)... $7.95 each

This nice head study was painted by Peter Biegel and issued by Players in 1940. This series of 50 cards was titled "Dogs Heads by Biegel". The following is printed on the back of the card. "With its origins lost in the unrecorded sporting history of its native Ireland, the ancestry of the Irish Setter (or Red Setter) is very vague. It is safe to say, however, that a red and white setter was known to have existed in Ireland for many years before the breed was introduced into England in the early 19th century. Although pure red is the desired colour nowadays, faint white markings are permissible. The Irish Setter compares favourably with the Gordon and English Setters, and, although at one time it was reputed to be wild and unreliable, proper training has remedied this without destroying its spirited nature."
Irish Setter Card 21(Players Dogs Heads, 1940)... $7.95 each

Golden Fleece Australia "Pedigree Dogs" were issued in 1972. This is card No. 18 of the 36 cards to make a complete set. Description follows on the back of the card. "The Irish Setter with its red silky coat was once used as a "gun-dog" only. Because of the breed's beauty, the Irish Setter has today become more popular as a pet and show dog. He is a "one-man" dog with a nose equal in sharpness to any other pointing breed which enables him to find game easily. Always affectionate, the Irish Setter has a good sense of property rights but very seldom becomes vicious."

illust. Aust. Ch; "Goodwyn Gaiety"
Owner; Mrs. E. M. Flynn, Vic
Irish Setter Card 22(Golden Fleece Australia, 1972)... $7.95 each

This beautiful picture is from the "Dogs A Series" by Gallaher and issued in 1936. The following description is printed on the back: "The Irish Setter is one of the three Setter types and a very popular gun dog. In build it is similar to the English Setter, but its beautiful chestnut colouring makes it less conspicuous on a shoot as it blends into the background of moorland or gorse. It is a sensitive animal, the uninitiated may almost think it nervous, but so highly intelligent that it can be trained to do almost anything. An Irish Setter in good coat, with good tail and feathering, makes a striking picture when at work."
Irish Setter Card 24(Gallaher Dogs A Series, 1936)... $9.95 each

The 25 paintings for this series were specially executed by Angela Mulliner and form a unique collection. Players issued these cards in 1979 titled "GRANDEE-Top Dogs Collection". A wonderful description is printed on the back of the card. "Often called the "Red Setter" because of its striking colour, the breed's origins are rather obscure. It was in existence in Ireland in the nineteenth century when a sporting writer told how the breed was preferred to any other Setter or Pointer. In those days most were red and white. The present day standard calls for a whole, rich chestnut colour but red and white ones are still bred in Ireland. Very handsome, racy looking dogs with silky coats and feathered tails, they always catch the eye. Large classes are seen in the show ring where they are probably the most popular of the setter breeds. The field trial strain usually have excellent noses and are wide rangers, but they do have the reputation of being slightly unpredictable. Not always easy to train, a bit headstrong but full of Irish charm they can, at times, be exasperating--but never dull--and always beautiful."
Irish Setter Card 25(Players Top Dogs Grandee, 1979)... $9.95 each

ARDATH cork and STATE EXPRESS 333 cigarettes put out this 'Series of 25 Champion Dogs' in 1934. The back of the card is shown to the left giving the statistics of the Irish Setter for that era.
Irish Setter Card 26(Ardath Champion Dogs, 1934)... $9.95 each

This Godfrey Phillips head study is No. 24 in a series of 36 issued in 1939 and titled "Our Dogs". The back of the card has the following description: "The Irish Setter has a tendency to be temperamental, but can be thoroughly efficient if handled firmly. He is a rich, golden chestnut in colour, and very beautiful. In Ireland they are highly valued as field and hunting dogs."
Irish Setter Card 27(Godfrey Phillips OUR DOGS, 1939)... $14.95 each

This Godfrey Phillips head study is No. 7 in a series of 30 issued in 1939 titled "Our Dogs". The following is printed on the back of the card. "The Irish Setter is a rich, golden chestnut in colour, and very beautiful. Highly valued in Ireland as a field and hunting dog."
Irish Setter Card 28(Godfrey Phillips OUR DOGS, 1939)... $14.95 each

Hignett Bros. & Co. issued these lovely cards in 1936 titled simply "Dogs". The description on the back of the card follows. "This dashing enduring breed is a native of Ireland, where it was used as a gun-dog for centuries before the time of dog shows. The early Setters were red and white, and in Ireland some of this variety is, however, wholly red, the colour being established by skilful selective breeding. The Irish is the most popular show Setter, but in the field English Setters are more numerous."
Irish Setter Card 30(Hignett Dogs, 1936)... $19.95 each

John Player & Sons issued a series of 25 cards from paintings by Arthur Wardle titled "Wardle Dogs-A Series-Eire" in 1927. A nice description is printed on the back of the card. " Probably a descendant of the old "setting" Spaniels, the Irish Setter owes its development as a gundog to Irish sportsmen who wanted a dog with great dash and endurance and a good nose. The early Setters were either all red or red-and-white in colour, and even to-day the latter variety is still bred and occasionally exhibited in Ireland. In this country the Irish Setter has achieved its greatest popularity as a show dog. Several breeders confine their activities to the production of field dogs, and are inclined to doubt the working abilities of many of the show bench specimens, on the grounds that they are too elegant to be robust and too highly-strung to be tractable in the field. However, the Irish Setter Field Trial Association and the Ulster Irish Red Setter Club help to keep the breed on a stable base by annually promoting field trials for it."
Irish Setter Card 31(Players Dogs A Series Eire, 1927)... $19.95 each

This card was issued by Players and enclosed in Navy Cut Cigarettes. This is card No. 9 in a series of 12 titled "Dogs-Scenic Background" in 1924. The following is printed on the back of the card: "The rich golden chestnut colour of the Irish Setter is very beautiful, and though he is perhaps lighter in build, more finely drawn, and of more nervous temperament than some other varieties, he is when well trained and intelligently handled as fast and keen-nosed as other Setters. In Ireland he is highly valued as a field and hunting dog, and at field trials has competed successfully with some of the best Setters from England and Scotland. The coat is of moderate length, straight flat hair being most highly valued. In leading essentials he is similar to his English brother, but his eyes are lighter and show less "haw", and his expression, like that of the Irish Water Spaniel and the Irish Terrier, is different to any English breed. In fact it is a characteristic purely Irish expression. Height about 22 inches. Weight 55 to 60 lbs."
Irish Setter Card 32(Players Scenic, 1924)... $24.95 each

Weeties "Favourite Dogs-New Zealand" were issued in 1940. This card is No. 1 in a series of 32. The Irish Setter is described on the back of the card. "There is no more beautiful dog than the typical "Red Irishman," and he is certainly the most elegant and athletic of all dogs used when shooting. He is a thorough gentleman, and as a loyal companion has few equals. His charming nature, handsomeness and utility as a sporting dog, has made him one of the most popular breeds.
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DO make sure that your dog is exercised regularly every day. You will enjoy this as much as he does."
Irish Setter Card 33(Weeties Favourite dogs New Zealand, 1940)... $24.95 each

W.D.& H.O. Wills issued "Dogs 2nd Series" in 1915. This is the No.1 card in this series of 25. A description on the back of the card follows: "In general appearance this variety of Setter differs but little from its English cousin, the chief distinction being the rich golden chestnut colour of its coat. It is naturally in its native country that the Irish Setter is most highly esteemed as a sporting dog, and very few of the other varieties of the Setters are to be seen in the Emerald Isle. At the field trails, arranged by the Irish Setter Club, dogs of this breed have successfully held their own against the best Pointers from England and Scotland. A good Irish Setter is rather higher on the leg than the English variety; he has a narrow skull, a glossy coat, feathered legs, tail of moderate length, ears set low and lying back, and lustrous eyes. His colour should be a rich tawny, golden brown with no trace of black. White markings are permissible on face and throat."
Irish Setter Card 34(Wills Dogs 2nd Series, 1915)... $24.95 each

Irish Setter Specialty

Every breed deserves something really special and this is it for the Irish Setters. This is a silk that was issued in 1910 by American Tobacco. They are incredibly hard to maintain, so finding one in such lovely condition after 90+ years is quite an accomplishment. There is only slight fraying on the two ends as you can see. It is protected in a hard plastic cover to save it from any further wear. It should be the center of any card collection. One only. Irish Setter Silk Card (American Tobacco SILK, 1910)... $47.95 One Only

Irish Setter Playing Cards

Sorry, we don't have any complete sets of playing cards. These were from collections of antique cards and there is no way of knowing how old they are or where one might find more of them. They are certainly a part of Irish Setter history.

Irish Setter Playing card 1... $4.95 each

Irish Setter Playing card 2... $4.95 each

Irish Setter Playing card 3... $3.95 each

A Setter as the King of Clubs from Germany.
Irish Setter Playing card 4... $9.95 each

Irish Setter Playing card 5... $3.95 each

Irish Setter Playing card 6... $3.95 each

Irish Setter Playing card 7... $3.95 each

Irish Setter Playing card 8... $3.95 each

Irish Setter Playing card 9... $3.95 each

Irish Setter Playing card 10... $3.95 each

This deck of cards was produced in Japan several years ago. There are several breeds in the deck and each breed is sold as a single card separately. The Irish Setter in it is the Four of Diamonds.
Irish Setter Playing card 11... $5.95 each

Irish Setter Match Box Covers

Irish Setter Match Box Cover 1... $9.95 each

Irish Setter Match Box Cover 2... $9.95 each

Irish Setter Match Box Cover 3... $9.95 each

Irish Setter Post Cards

Irish Setter Post Card 1... $9.95 each

IRISH AND GORDON SETTERS
THOMAS BLINKES (1860 1912)
Oil on canvas: 36 x 46 cm.
By courtesy of the Ivor and Joan Weiss Gallery, Kelvedon, Essex
Printed on the back of the card is the following: "Blinkes made a name as a painter of sporting and animal paintings, especially hunting scenes. He exhibited extensively including 29 work at the Royal Academy. In addition to London galleries he exhibited at the Royal Society of Arts in Birmingham, the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool and at the Manchester City Art Gallery. The substantial prices paid for his paintings in the 1880's show the extent of his popularity in his own time." Irish Setter Post Card 2... $10.95 each

Irish Setter Post Card 4... $9.95 each

Irish Setter Post Card 5... $9.95 each

Irish Setter Post Card 6... $9.95 each

Irish Setter envelope from Bulgaria

This is a one of a kind envelope issued by Bulgaria in 1997. The envelope is unique to your breed as it has an Irish Setter stamp from Bulgaria affixed to the front of the envelope along with the English Setter and the Pointer. A unique way to acquire the 3 stamps from Bulgaria along with the issue of the envelope at a reduced price.
Irish Setter Envelope from Bulgaria... $17.95 each

Irish Setter envelope from Great Britain

Irish Setter Envelope from Great Britian

A first day of issue envelope issued dated Feb. 7, 1979 . It has 4 remarkable Great Britain stamps affixed to the front of the envelope, an IRISH SETTER, a West Highland White Terrier, a Brittany Spaniel and an Old English Sheepdog. The front of the envelope has an drawing of an English Setter. An awesome piece for your collection. ONE ONLY. Don't miss out on this rare find.
United Kingdom, constitutional monarchy in northwestern Europe, officially the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Great Britain is the largest island in the cluster of islands, or archipelago, known as the British Isles. England is the largest and most populous division of the island of Great Britain, making up the south and east. The capital of the United Kingdom is the city of London, situated near the southeaster tip of England. The term England should never be used to describe Britain, because England is only one part of the island. The United Kingdom is a small nation, roughly the size of Colorado or Oregon. The climate, in general, is mild, chilly, and often wet. Rain or overcast skies can be expected for up to 300 days per year. In general, British subjects belong to one of the more affluent states of Europe and enjoy a high standard of living compared to the rest of the world. Britain has been important in the arts throughout modern times.
Irish Setter Envelope 1 from Great Britain... $24.95 each

For more details on the united Kingdom, see the envelope above
Another first day of issue envelope issued dated Feb. 7, 1979 with a Bulldog drawing taking front and center. This envelope also features 4 remarkable Great Britain stamps affixed to the front of the envelope, an IRISH SETTER, a West Highland White Terrier, a Brittany Spaniel and an Old English Sheepdog. not to be missed piece for your collection. ONE ONLY.
Irish Setter Envelope 2 from Great Britain... $24.95 each

This Great Irish Setter is on the front of this envelope from Russia. ONE ONLY.
Irish Setter Envelope from Russia... $4.95 each

Irish Setter Book Mark

Irish Setter Book Mark... $9.95 each

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* We can take visa/mc/disc or paypal, but they are first come first served, so let me know if you are interested. We try to keep all cards in stock, so we probably have the ones that you are looking for.

* Truly one of the cheapest unique treats for yourself or a friend (great for club trophies as well!)

* It is absolutely true that you will often find some of these cards at very reasonable prices. On the other hand, if you add in the gas, hours, and hassles that it has taken to find them, you may find it easier to just get them from us while we have them :*) I don't always count on getting more in the near future. I get them when I can find them and the stock is not always constant.

* I do have other breeds available. Let me know and perhaps I can do a page for your breed.

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