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Seven-card stud is a poker variant. It used to be the the most popular poker variant in home games across the United States, and in casinos in the eastern part of the country, but because of the strong increase in popularity of Texas hold 'em this might not still be true. Seven-card stud is also played in some western American casinos, but Texas hold 'em is far more popular there. Two to eight players can play.

The descriptions below assume that you are familiar with the general game play of poker, and with hand values. They also make no assumptions about what poker betting structure is used. In casino play, it is common to use a small Ante and Bring-in. In home games, it is typical to use an ante only.