Vignt En Un

Have you ever considered the origin of those games you play at the casinos? Do you know the reasons behind the ins and outs of the game? Well, to give you some table talk the next time you sit down to play a few hands, here is a bit of information on Blackjack you might not have known:

Today, we know Vignt En Un as Blackjack. Historians collectively agree that Blackjack originated with French roots in the 17th century. Vignt En Un, in French, means 21 which is fitting for the game! Only a few rules had different variations way back when; however, the main goal of reaching 21 in the game has always remained frequent. When 21 was reached using a jack and ace of spades, a special payout was made. Hence the name Blackjack.

While you are sitting at the Blackjack table, perhaps you can strike up conversation and mention that interesting tidbit!