Tarot Original 1909 by Lo Scarabeo – The Origin of Modern Tarot

Some images carry history within them.
And some history still resonates today.

The Tarot Original 1909 by Lo Scarabeo is an faithful reproduction of the very first publication from December 1909 – the tarot deck that still forms the basis of almost all modern tarot decks.

This masterpiece was created by Arthur Edward Waite and ingeniously illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith. Together, they created a pictorial system that, for the first time, combined symbolism, everyday scenes, and spiritual depth in such a way that tarot became readable, narrative, and intuitive.

This high-quality edition consciously preserves the original character of the deck – clear in its lines, restrained in its coloring, and free from later interpretations. It is ideal for precise, profound, and insightful readings, where the original symbolic language is central.

The deck is accompanied by a guide from renowned tarot expert Sasha Graham, which offers a solid introduction and in-depth tips for working with this historical deck.

This tarot is not a stylistic quote.
It is the origin.

Contents & Details

• Card set: 78 tarot cards

• Card size: approx. 6.6 × 12 cm (2.60" × 4.72")

• Deck weight: approx. 246 g (0.54 lb)

• Instructions: multilingual
  (English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese)

• Condition: new and in original packaging

• Manufacture: Italy

• Product: 100% authentic original from Lo Scarabeo

This deck is not a modern update.
It is the foundation –
for all who wish to experience tarot in its purest form.