Baccarat is another of the most historical tables games. Although its true origins are shrouded in the mists of time, legend says that it began with a game played using tarot cards during the middle ages. The birthplace of the modern version of baccarat is a tossup between Italy and France. Since the word baccarat originates from the word meaning zero in both languages, the two countries have never agreed on where the game really began.

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Either way, we know that baccarat was being played in 1400's in both countries. The French, though, have to be credited with making baccarat the traditional high roller game as the game was popular with the French nobility. Then called Chemin de Fer, the French nobles set the wagers so high in order to allow only the wealthiest people access to a game.

From France, the game was spread to England where it also became popular with the British aristocracy during the time of Queen Victoria in the late 19th century. In the 20th century, baccarat traveled to Argentina, becoming very fashionable among the South American wealthy and from there was introduced in Cuba.

The Cubans changed the rules a bit to become the American baccarat version now played thoughout America, Canida and Australia. The more traditional game of baccarat can still be found in other parts of the world. Today, there is a also a lower stakes version of baccarat so it's no longer reserved for only the wealthiest players. This version is the one most often found in online casinos, thus anyone can play baccarat today.