Cartophily refers to the hobby of collecting cards, specifically trade cards or collectible cards. The term is derived from the Greek words "karta" (meaning "card") and "philia" (meaning "love" or "affection").
Cartophily encompasses the collection of various types of cards, including:
1. Trade cards (often advertising or promotional cards from the 19th and early 20th centuries)
2. Sports cards (e.g., baseball cards, football cards)
1. Trade cards (often advertising or promotional cards from the 19th and early 20th centuries)
2. Sports cards (e.g., baseball cards, football cards)
3. Comic book cards: Cards related to superheroes and comic book / anime / manga characters (e.g., Marvel and DC comics).
4. Celebrity cards: Cards featuring famous personalities or actors.
5. Trading Card Games (TCGs): Cards from games like Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and other collectible card games (CCGs).
6. Telephone Cards
7. Credit Cards, Debit Cards, ATM Cards
7. Credit Cards, Debit Cards, ATM Cards
8. Smart Cards ( cards are primarily used for electronic payments, usually for highway toll, parking and retailing )
9. Royalty Cards / Reward Cards
10. Non-sport cards (such as those from movies, TV shows, or other collectible themes)
10. Non-sport cards (such as those from movies, TV shows, or other collectible themes)
It's a broad term that covers any form of card collecting beyond just playing cards or specific games. The practice can be a serious pursuit involving rare or vintage cards, and many collectors focus on specific themes or sets.
