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Tarots of Marseille (Lo Scarabeo Decks)

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This version of a classic pack used for divination shoud be in all advanced and serious fans of tarots collection. It is the first time I worked with these images and I must say, reading with this deck gives very accurate reading. That is if one knows the meanings of the minors intuitively. They are not illustrated in this particular rendition.

I like the size of these cards and the backs have a definite appeal, recalling an older century. The cards are subtitled in Italian, with most other European languages included. The originals are in French only. This is probably a major factor in the particular edition being so popular on the continent and elsewhere. I really like the colors as well.

This deck is excellent for the serious student of the tarot. For centuries, it was the most popular tarot and first deck used for divination. It connects the serious student with the true history of the cards. A truely major accomplishment in European history!

The downside to this system is that the minor trumps are not illustrated which can be a deterrent to the beginner. Imagine that this was the only popular set available before the mass production of the Rider-Waite system! What a challenge to students and mystics to use memory alone.