GC1TGF9 Bone Ace (Multi-cache) in California, United States created by d three and cappie g

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A cache by d three and cappie g Message this owner

Hidden : 6/9/2009

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Multi-cache hidden for the Kern County Cachers Poker Run

Bone Ace a card game that dates back to at least 1611 and was played by pirates when ashore. This old game can be thought of as an early predecessor to Blackjack; the games are quite similar in flavor. The objective is to get a combination of cards as close to 31 as possible without going over. It is quite easy and quick to teach, largely a gambling game with just a bit of skill involved. Before play, figure out the best face-up card. Order of counting is usual; suits apparently do not matter, except that the Ace of Hearts is called the "Bone-Ace", and wins over all other cards. The dealer goes around to each player, starting with eldest and ending with himself, and asks whether they want to "stick" or "have it". If the player wishes to stick, the dealer goes to the next; if they will have it, they get another card. They may continue to get more cards until they decide to stick, or they go over 31, in which case they are out.