Unique tarot decks stand out through their finish, art style, structure or theme. This guide shows examples of each, a five-point test to spot a gimmick, and the best picks for a first or second deck.
How to care for foil tarot cards: break in laminated decks, shuffle without stress, wipe safely, avoid heat and damp, and fix sticking, curling and edge wear.
"Gold" on a tarot deck means gold foil on the card face, gilded edges, or gold printed into the art. See how each looks, wears and photographs, and which deck suits you.
What a celestial tarot deck is, how the Celestial Tarot by Steventon and Clark differs from sky-themed art decks, and how to choose between star, moon and sun decks.
Reading tarot for yourself is possible with discipline: six rules for staying objective and an honest look at the French Monday belief.
Nine ways to remember the 78 tarot cards without cramming, with a four-week plan, from the French learner's point of view.

