Blackjack, or 21 is a well-known casino game that makes part of a traditional game set offered by all casinos of the world.

Most of the gambling games have a long and interesting history, and blackjack is no exception to this rule. Many consider that the game that influenced the creation of blackjack was “21″, originated in the 17th century. But the “21″ of the 17^th century differ from the modern blackjack, as back then only the dealer could double and there was a bet round before every card deal. Spanish “One and Thirty” is another game similar to blackjack. The essence of it was to get 31 points with three cards. In 1800s  the “21” game was transferred to America, where in order to attract more gamblers, a player who got a Jack of Spades and an Ace of Spades as the first two cards, was given an additional prize. That’s where the name of the game comes from.

Blackjack is a casino game where the players have the highest advantage percentage. Usually the casino advantage in this game makes out some 0,5 that is extremely low! But still if you want to win in blackjack you should learn blackjack rules carefully.

In blackjack game you have to beat the dealer. If your cards’ total higher than the total of cards of the dealer but lower than, or equal to, 21 point you win. If you exceed the limit, you loose. Suits have no value in blackjack, and do not affect the game in any way. Cards 2 to 10 are taken at their face value. All court cards are considered to have a value of 10. The Ace has a value of either 11 or 1, depending on the situation. For example, a Jack and a King would be equal 20. A Queen and a 2 would make 12. An Ace and a 7 would make 8 or 18. If you have any card that has the value of 10 and an Ace, it automatically gives you a blackjack and you win. If something is still unclear to you, keep in mind that today many websites even offer to use the scheme that shows how to play blackjack – they provide a table where the virtual gambler plays demonstrating how one should act in this or that situation. Following that kind of scheme structure you will soon learn the main nuances in the blackjack gambling. Playing blackjack online may also help you to get needed experience before you are ready to start winning money in it.