PIQUET, BASSET, FARO, HAZARD, PASSE-DIX, PUT, CROSS AND
PILE, THIMBLE-RIG. The gaming table : its votaries and victims, in all times and countries,
especially in England and in France. Vol. 2 | ||
PASSE-DIX.
This game, considered the most ancient of all games of chance, is said to have actually been made use of by the executioners at the crucifixion of our Saviour, when they `parted his garments, casting lots,' Matt. xxvii. 35.
It is played with three dice. There is always a banker, and the number of players is unlimited.
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PIQUET, BASSET, FARO, HAZARD, PASSE-DIX, PUT, CROSS AND
PILE, THIMBLE-RIG. The gaming table : its votaries and victims, in all times and countries,
especially in England and in France. Vol. 2 | ||