Vera Sibilla Italiana - 52 cards from the Italian folk tradition
The Sibilla belongs to Italy the way Lenormand belongs to France. No tarot structure, no arcana. Just an oracle system that focuses entirely on what happens between people.
This deck is compiled by Laura Tuan and follows the traditional structure of the 19th-century Italian oracle. 52 cards with scenes from daily life: meetings, domestic moments, social events, recognisable emotions.
What you see on the cards
The drawing style is figurative, recognisable and clearly coloured. No abstract symbols, but people doing something or experiencing something. A conversation, an arrival, a gift, a conflict.
Each card shows a situation that can be named directly. That makes the deck intuitively readable, even without years of study. The images tell themselves.
What this deck works for
The Vera Sibilla is built for concrete questions. Not 'what is my life path', but 'what does that person want from me' or 'what is going on with that situation at work'. The system gives answers about what is happening in your immediate environment.
With its compact format of 60 x 97 mm, the deck fits in a coat pocket. Many people use it for quick readings, even on the go.
Use this deck for specific questions about events and people. Where tarot often focuses on inner processes, the Sibilla focuses on what is actually happening or about to happen.
About Laura Tuan
Laura Tuan is an author and expert in traditional divination and Italian esotericism. Her work focuses on making historical oracle systems accessible without losing their original form.
Specifications
- Number of cards: 52
- Card size: 60 x 97 mm
- Language: Italian
- Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
- Weight: 346 g
- Extra: Guidebook with interpretations and spreads
- Packaging: Sturdy storage box
Questions we often get
How does this deck differ from a tarot deck?
This is not a tarot deck. It has 52 cards instead of 78 and follows a different system. The focus is on predicting concrete events and social dynamics, not archetypal or spiritual processes.
Can you use this deck if you do not speak Italian?
Yes. The images are clear enough to read without text. The guidebook is in Italian, but the symbolism speaks for itself. Many people use the deck purely visually.
