Forty cards, asso to re, across four suits. Each page below carries the same sourced meaning used in every reading on this site — and names the card's equivalent on an ordinary French-suited pack.
Spade
people, plain speaking and who holds authority
Asso di SpadeHealth issues or travel problems may appear.
Due di SpadeA union forms, either in work or emotional life.
Tre di SpadeA union of several people is taking shape.
Quattro di SpadeFamily problems are the focus.
Cinque di SpadeWork news arrives along with mental or physical strain, and sometimes dealings with institutions or confinement.
Sei di SpadeClarification and conversation bring important insight.
Sette di SpadeSubmission or depression from someone controlling you may be present.
Fante di SpadeAn authoritative, influential person appears.
Cavallo di SpadeA uniformed figure arrives, bringing struggle or a strong desire.
Re di SpadeAn authoritative, influential man is involved.
Bastoni
effort, and the hard going
Asso di BastoniEnvy and wickedness may cause trouble.
Due di BastoniA break or separation appears, even at a mental level.
Tre di BastoniBetrayal or confusion is present; stay alert.
Quattro di BastoniStagnation or immobility affects action and thought.
Cinque di BastoniA profound change is underway.
Sei di BastoniLoneliness and the feeling that situations are worsening.
Sette di BastoniDependence on someone or something weighs heavily.
Fante di BastoniA malevolent woman or gossip influences the story.
Cavallo di BastoniUnwelcome news arrives, bringing misfortune with it.
Re di BastoniA malevolent man creates a negative influence.
Coppe
feelings, love and family
Asso di CoppeSatisfaction, victory, and success in your emotional life.
Due di CoppeA positive change brings sincere people into the story.
Tre di CoppeQuarrels and discord unsettle the bond.
Quattro di CoppeLuck and stability are strongly at work.
Cinque di CoppeA matter concludes favorably, bringing relief.
Sei di CoppeProsperity and satisfaction are growing.
Sette di CoppeYou are overcoming obstacles and moving forward.
Fante di CoppeA good and positive woman influences this moment.
Cavallo di CoppeGood news arrives; this card also carries pregnancy and birth.
Re di CoppeA benevolent, authoritative man plays a supportive role.
Denari
money, work and what is owned
Asso di DenariUnclear behaviors create negativity and uncertainty.
Due di DenariMarriage, partnership, or an economic relationship is highlighted.
Tre di DenariLove is the central theme here.
Quattro di DenariLove and money are conflicted; emotional and economic problems appear.
Cinque di DenariYou wait for news while material stability lingers.
Sei di DenariPayments arrive and money is on the way.
Sette di DenariEconomic prosperity is becoming more likely, sometimes as an outright windfall or gift.
Fante di DenariA wealthy person is involved in the situation.
Cavallo di DenariA trusted person offers support.
Re di DenariA kind-hearted person is present.