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Anybody Remember The Game 'shut The Box'?

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trt | 11:20 Sat 03rd Oct 2015 | ChatterBank
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I had a new one delivered this morning.

I used to have one when I had a pub in Dover, and when I took over a pub in London, I had to buy two more, as it was so popular & addictive.

Not sure, but I think it originated from Cornwall, but could be wrong.
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Its generally thought to originate from France. As Its a popular gambling game with sailors, its easy to see how it hopped the channel.
Here's one website, most say the same
http://www.tradgames.org.uk/games/Shut-The-Box.htm
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