Classic Tarot - Mini version - historic engravings in pocket format
Not all tarot cards are designed for a kitchen table. This mini version fits in a coat pocket and stays fully legible. Carlo Della Rocca's engravings have been reduced to 50 x 81 mm without the lines losing their sharpness.
The Classic Tarot goes back to an Italian tradition from the early nineteenth century. The style is restrained, the symbolism straightforward. No colour explosions or psychological layers, just clear images that show what matters.
What you hold in your hand
The cards are printed on black-core cardstock. That means the edges stay black when you shuffle, and they feel solid despite the small format. The engravings work well for readings on small surfaces. A train traveller can work with them on a fold-out table.
The multilingual guidebook contains basic descriptions of the 78 cards. No spreads, no philosophical background. Just the core of what each card traditionally means.
How this deck behaves
The format asks for a slight adjustment in your shuffling technique. Those used to larger cards will notice these move through the fingers faster. That is not a problem, it is just a matter of getting used to it.
The imagery is direct. Della Rocca shows what is on the card without much detour. That makes the deck suitable for beginners who do not yet carry a whole library of associations, but also for anyone who wants to read quickly without having to decode three layers of symbolism.
Draw a daily card before you leave the house. The card fits in a breast pocket and stays with you all day without you noticing.
About Carlo Della Rocca
Carlo Della Rocca was an Italian engraver from the early nineteenth century. His work for tarot is precise and detailed, with a clear emphasis on recognisable symbols. No experiments, no personal interpretations. What you see is what the tradition prescribes.
Specifications
- Number of cards: 78 (Major and Minor Arcana)
- Card size: 50 x 81 mm
- Cardstock type: Black-core cardstock
- Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
- Guidebook language: Multilingual
- Illustrator: Carlo Della Rocca
Questions we often get
Are the cards legible at this size?
Yes. The engravings are printed clearly and the lines stay sharp. For those who struggle with small details the format may be a challenge, but for most readers it poses no problem.
How does this mini version compare to the standard edition?
The images are identical, only the size differs. The standard edition is larger and better suited to table readings, this version is designed for portability.
