The Amazon website gives no pictures or maps back thereof. But we were not disappointed. The back is dark Maroon and gold. The characters are: - As: the birthplace of King - The king: a king (Louis XIII to Louis XVI, which is a little disappointing as I was expecting more different eras kings Charlemagne, Francis ...) - The lady Queen - The valet near the King (usually a cardinal) Other cards provide information on important events held by the King.