Rider Waite Tarot 78 Cards

The Rider-Waite Tarot, created in 1909 by Pamela Colman Smith under Arthur Edward Waite’s guidance, set the standard for tarot decks. Its unique feature is that all cards, including the Minor Arcana, depict full scenes, making interpretation easier. Pamela Colman Smith’s artistic skill and ability to capture emotions contribute to the deck’s enduring popularity. Arthur Edward Waite, a significant figure in esoteric research, co-created the deck and authored influential texts on the occult. The Rider-Waite Tarot remains a model for tarot designs and is recognized among the Top Ten Tarot Decks of All Time.