When was the American mah jongg league founded?

In 1937, in New York City, by women who wanted one standard set of rules for the game.

Does this women's tee run small?

Yes. It is a slim cut, so consider ordering one size up.

What is printed on this women's fitted tee?

The Big Joker tile, in our original engraved art.

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Heritage Mah Jongg Women's Fitted Tee - The Big Joker

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Consider ordering one size up: this fitted tee runs small.

Who wrote the rules for the American game? A group of New York women, who met in 1937 to settle the arguments and ended up running the game for generations.

This fitted tee honors the organizers: a clean Big Joker for the woman who keeps the card, books the room, and knows the ruling before anyone asks. It suits a Tuesday game, a class, or a birthday at the table.

By the league's own account it began at a 1937 New York City meeting with 32 members. A separate history describes nearly 400 women meeting at the Essex House that fall to standardize the rules. One speaker warned that without a standard kitty, players would be caught with their pants down.

It worked, slowly. Membership passed 35,000 by 1941, and the rules did not fully settle until the early 1960s. Today the league reports more than 350,000 members. Next time someone disputes a hand, remember that the dispute is the reason the whole organization exists.

A slim, feminine cut in 4.2 oz combed ring-spun cotton, with side seams, shoulder taping and a tear-away label. It is light and soft, so plan on layering in winter. Machine wash, tumble dry low.

	S	M	L	XL
Width, in	15.98	16.73	17.76	18.74
Length, in	26.26	26.73	27.36	27.99
Sleeve length, in	5.04	5.28	5.51	5.75

QUICK FACTS — MAH JONGG WOMEN'S FITTED TEE — THE BIG JOKER

Series: Heritage Mah Jongg, from The Mah Jongg Collection

Design: The Big Joker — the seated joker figure from the old Bakelite sets, drawn in the engraved style of an old set, printed artwork

Blank: slim women's cut, 4.2 oz combed ring-spun cotton, side seams, shoulder taping, tear-away label

Care: machine wash, tumble dry low

Colors: 8 offered

Sizes: S, M, L, XL

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How does your sizing work?

Every item is made to order, so please check the size chart on this page before you buy. Women's fitted tees run small; size up for a looser fit. Caps are one size with an adjustable strap.

How are items made and when will they arrive?

We make each item to order using premium blanks, embroidery and soft-hand prints. Production takes 2-5 business days (weekends and holidays excluded), then 4-10 days in transit via USPS, UPS or FedEx to U.S. addresses; most orders arrive within 6-15 business days. You'll get a tracking link the moment it ships. Any current shipping offer is shown in the bar at the top of every page and applies automatically at checkout, no code needed.

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What's the return policy?

Made-to-order items can't be returned or exchanged for size or color, so please use the size chart and photos before ordering. If anything arrives defective, misprinted or damaged, send a photo and your order number within 30 days and we'll replace it or refund you.

How do I care for my item?

Apparel: wash cold, inside out, with like colors; no bleach; tumble dry low or hang dry. Embroidered pieces: iron inside out to protect the stitching. Caps: spot clean. Printed glasses and water bottles: hand wash only, no dishwasher, so the artwork lasts. Mugs and engraved glasses are dishwasher safe. Any item-specific care notes are in the description above.

Who makes this?

Merlin Classics is a small Connecticut brand making original retro designs for the towns people love. Every piece is printed, embroidered or engraved to order in the USA, and the business supports hunger relief in the communities our collections celebrate.