An out-of-print, first edition from 1976 of Oswald Wirth Tarot Deck. Made in Switzerland by AGmüller and distributed by U.S. Games Systems, Inc (New York). Designed by Oswald Wirth (1860-1943), the Swiss occultist and author. This historical tarot deck, created in the Marseilles style, is based upon the original designs by famous Swiss kabbalist and occultist Oswald Wirth. The 22 Major Arcana first appeared in 1889 in a hand-colored limited edition deck. The 22 Major cards have French titles and the Hebrew letters attributed to each card by Eliphas Levi, and popularized by Oswald Wirth. This authorized full 78-card deck is printed with vivid colors on gold backgrounds. The 56 Minor Arcana cards present the four traditional suits of Swords, Batons, Cups and Coins. The pack includes a booklet of commentary by Stuart R. Kaplan on the Oswald Wirth Tarot Deck, as well as 2 blank cards. While the box shows age and wear, the cards are in mint condition - and remain in their original order.
