Bicycle Pinochle Jumbo Playing Cards (Pack of 12) 12 decks-six Red and six blue Each deck is made up of 48 cards in four suits, ACE through nine, with two of each card in a suit Created especially for the enjoyment of the pinochle Game Pinochle is similar to bridge or chess in how it rewards the player who takes chances and isn't afraid of risk Extra pips across the top make it easier to see your matched sets