Opportunity for more decks

Thread originally posted on the Aeclectic Tarot Forum on 06 Oct 2003, and now archived in the Forum Library.

Shadow Wolf	06 Oct 2003
My 19th anniversary is coming up next weekend and I asked hubby if I could get some more tarot cards for a present. Can you recommend any ? I have a few that I really want, but other than that, I would really like your recommendations !!!! Thanks!!!

Le_Corsair	06 Oct 2003
If you already have some decks in mind, then it is best that you get them, first, because they reflect your own needs and desires. If you are a beginner at tarot and want a diverse selection of decks, if would be good to have at least one Rider-Waite-Smith type deck (I recommend the Universal Waite), a Thoth-type deck, and a Marseilles-type deck. These are the three major types of decks in the tarot universe, you'll find them wherever you go. You should be aware that collecting decks is addictive, however. There is something about the feel, smell and visual pleasure of a new deck that causes people to want more and more! :laugh: Bob :THERM

Cerulean	06 Oct 2003
Golden Tarot for another. I'm thinking along new ones, though. You can always spend a year and a day at tarotgarden.com. Or try alidastore.com. Happy browsing. Mari H.

Melissa`	07 Oct 2003
Quote: Originally posted by Le_Corsair If you already have some decks in mind, then it is best that you get them, first, because they reflect your own needs and desires. As recommended above.. I would like to ask what decks do have your interest at the moment? That way maybe we could recommend some decks that lean in those directions. :D Happy early anniversary, by the way! Blessings, Amaya

Emily	07 Oct 2003
Hi Shadow Wolf, If you like marseille pip type decks but not the traditional woodcut art then the Soprafino decks are very pretty, like the Ancient Italian and the Classical tarots from Lo Scarabeo. There are many Rider Waite clones, Spiral, Universal Waite, Diamond tarot, Robin Wood to name a few. I've just took delivery of my newest deck the Haindl tarot, this is very pretty and not a Rider Waite clone, maybe a sort of Thoth clone - The tarot of the Spirit is another type of mix deck - slighty Rider waite slightly Thoth lol. Tarot of Prague is a nice one, not got this yet. Hope this helps :)

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