Golden Universal Tarot
Golden Universal Tarot
Lo Scarabeo’s popular Golden Universal Tarot deck is now available with gold foil highlights.
Italian painter Roberto de Angelis lends a modern, more realistic approach to the classic Rider-Waite imagery. His dynamic interpretation is perfect for beginning readers, who will recognize the familiar characters and tableaus updated with less cluttered compositions and sophisticated colour. Now adorned with brilliant gold impressions, the Golden Universal Tarot Deck will attract collectors and tarot enthusiasts of all levels.
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Card Count: 78 cards
Deck Type: Tarot
Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
Artist: Roberto de Angelis
Guidebook Included: Yes
Language: English
Card Dimensions: Approximately 2¾" x 4¾"
Special Features: Gold foil highlights
Box Type: Standard tuck box
Before your first reading, spend a few minutes handling the Golden Universal Tarot deck. Flip through the cards, look at the imagery, and get comfortable with the artwork. Roberto de Angelis's updated Rider-Waite style makes it easy to start forming impressions right away.
Shuffling the Deck: There is no single correct way to shuffle tarot cards. The overhand method works well for larger hands — simply transfer small packets of cards from one hand to the other repeatedly until the deck feels mixed. The riffle shuffle (bending two halves together) is faster but can bend cards over time. A simple cut — dividing the deck into two or three piles and restacking them in a different order — is a low-risk option that works well for protecting the gold foil finish on these cards. Use whichever method feels natural and repeat it a few times before drawing.
Single-Card Daily Draw: This is the easiest way to build a reading practice. Each morning, shuffle the deck while thinking about your day ahead, then draw one card. Take a moment to look at the image before consulting the booklet. A single card can serve as a focus point, a reminder, or simply something to reflect on throughout the day.
Three-Card Past, Present, Future Spread: Shuffle the deck, then lay three cards face down in a row from left to right. The first card represents the past and what has led to the current situation. The second card represents the present moment and what is most relevant right now. The third card represents a likely outcome or future direction based on current circumstances. Flip each card one at a time and consider how they connect to each other.
Journaling Tip: Keep a dedicated notebook for your tarot pulls. After each draw or spread, write down the card names, your immediate reaction to the images, and any notes from the guidebook that felt relevant. Reviewing past entries over weeks or months helps you track patterns and build confidence in your interpretations.
Beginner Tip: The included instruction booklet is a useful starting point for card meanings, but your own reaction to the imagery matters just as much. If a detail in the artwork stands out to you, pay attention to it. Over time, your personal associations with each card will develop alongside the traditional meanings.
Storage Tip: Store the Golden Universal Tarot in its original box or in a fabric pouch to protect the gold foil highlights from scratching and the card edges from wear. Keep the deck away from moisture and direct sunlight to preserve the card quality over time.
At Zen Collection, we take pride in offering a carefully curated selection of tarot decks chosen for their quality, artistry, and depth of symbolism. Every deck in our shop has been thoughtfully selected by a team that genuinely works with these tools — so you can trust that what you're holding has been chosen with real intention and care.
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