Card games changed as they became more and more popular, each one reflecting the social mores and culture of the day. Games such as Whist, for example, came to represent high society evrummtents in England, whereas the elite in France preferred the game of Piquet. With roots in earlier games like the Chinese game of Mahjong & the Mexican game Conquian, Rummy emerged as a separate genre in the 19th century. This development demonstrates how regal card games have changed over time, remaining relevant while simultaneously reflecting shifting social mores.
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