{"product_id":"hui-shou-yu-sheng-pu-ke-pai-xi-lie-malt-6","title":"Hanyu Yuzuru Playing Cards Collection 6 of Clubs","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the 6 of Clubs the last piece of the puzzle for complete set collectors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 6 of Clubs is a low-numbered card, typically having low exposure at auctions. However, it is one of the crucial last pieces for complete set collectors. Precisely because of this stable demand for complete sets, its private transaction range is actually higher than that of similarly numbered Hearts or Diamonds. For sellers holding this card, low public auction exposure does not mean low value – the true buying power often comes from the rigid demand of complete set buyers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Story Behind Hanyu and the 400 Casks of Original Spirit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Hanyu distillery, located in Saitama Prefecture, officially ceased operations in 2000. Ichiro Akuto inherited 400 casks of original spirit left by his father, which were then bottled as single casks between 2005 and 2014. The entire collection was named the Ichiro's Malt Card Series, themed after playing cards, comprising 54 cards (52 regular cards plus 2 jokers). These original spirits are \u003cb\u003eJapanese Single Malt Whiskies\u003c\/b\u003e, with each cask corresponding to a unique card. Once the spirit in a cask is sold out, it cannot be replicated, which is the root of the series' scarcity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e6 of Clubs Specification and Positioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics of this card\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCard Rank\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 (Clubs suit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommonly 1990\/1991 (subject to bottle inscription)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Type Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainly refill hogshead (mostly single cask, cask strength)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eScarcity Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeries Positioning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-numbered cards rarely appear independently, but due to strong demand for complete sets, private transaction prices are often higher than public market prices.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMarket Depth of the Card Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe complete Card Series was sold at Bonhams Hong Kong in 2019 for HK$7,192,000, setting a new auction record for Japanese whisky at the time, and remains the most frequently cited transaction reference point for this series. In addition to complete sets, individual cards continue to circulate in the secondary market, making it one of the few Japanese single malt collectibles with relatively high market transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMain Factors Affecting the Buyback Price of the 6 of Clubs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFill Level (Liquid Level)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt the ideal position in the bottle neck, no signs of decrease.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowered liquid level, suspected leakage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCork \/ Seal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHealthy cork or screw cap, perfectly sealed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCracked cork, previously opened and resealed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Number Font\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\"6 of Clubs\" serifs are clear, font consistent with genuine product.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask number font deviation (common counterfeit flaw).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabel Printing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\"Single Cask\" printing below the label has distinct layers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlurred printing, flat layers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Wooden Box and Certificate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal wooden box and certificate complete, matching bottle number.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMissing box, missing certificate, mismatched numbers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eCounterfeits of low-numbered cards most often show flaws in the cask number font, so clear serifs and the layered printing of \"Single Cask\" are key authentication points. During the item-by-item assessment, any missing item will only result in a grade adjustment, not outright rejection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSelling Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePhoto Appraisal\u003c\/b\u003e: Send clear photos of the bottle via WhatsApp to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e (recommended five angles: front, back, neck, bottom, outer box). Our team will provide a quote based on recent transaction data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetail Verification\u003c\/b\u003e: Key comparison of the cask number font and the \"Single Cask\" printing layers, confirming version and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOn-site or In-store\u003c\/b\u003e: After scheduling an appointment, our appraiser will inspect the item on-site and settle payment in cash or via FPS immediately. Service covers Hong Kong, Kowloon, and New Territories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: The 6 of Clubs is rarely seen at auctions. Does that mean it's not valuable?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot at all. Low-numbered cards naturally have less public exposure, but the demand from complete set buyers is stable, and private transactions are often higher than for similarly numbered Hearts or Diamonds. We will assess based on current market conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How can I initially determine the authenticity of a 6 of Clubs?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCounterfeits of low-numbered cards most often have issues with the cask number font. Pay attention to the serifs of \"6 of Clubs\" and the printing layers of \"Single Cask\" below the label. Send clear photos of these areas, and we can make a preliminary assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is there a fee for on-site purchase?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo fee. Free on-site service in Hong Kong, Kowloon, and New Territories. Our appraiser will inspect the item on-site and settle payment in cash or via FPS immediately. There are no additional assessment or on-site fees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstant WhatsApp Quote: \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOther Hanyu Card Series Single Bottles\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cask type, distillation year, and accessory condition vary for each card in the same series, leading to different valuations. Before selling, it's advisable to cross-reference the version:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%BE%BD%E7%94%9F-%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E7%89%8C%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97-malt-king\"\u003eHanyu Card Series King of Hearts Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%BE%BD%E7%94%9F%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E7%89%8C%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97malt-k\"\u003eHanyu Card Series King of Diamonds Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%BE%BD%E7%94%9F%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E7%89%8C%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97-malt-10\"\u003eHanyu Card Series 10 OF CLUBS Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%BE%BD%E7%94%9F%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E7%89%8C%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97malt-queen\"\u003eHanyu Card Series Queen of Hearts Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E7%BE%BD%E7%94%9F-%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E7%89%8C%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97-%E9%BB%91%E8%89%B2%E9%AC%BC%E7%89%8C\"\u003eHanyu Card Series Black Joker Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore selling, you can also refer to: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E7%BE%BD%E7%94%9F%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eHanyu Full Series Buyback Appraisal\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/whisky-recycling-faq\"\u003eWhisky Recycling FAQ\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42832628842713,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/products\/HANYU-ICHIRO_S-MALT-6-OF-CLUBS1.jpg?v=1653299296","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/hui-shou-yu-sheng-pu-ke-pai-xi-lie-malt-6","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}