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Tarot of Marseilles - Camoin - Conver derivative
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Rating: Three Notes - Harmony

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:  Why are notes used for the ratings?

A:  In order to emphasize the DeckFinder's unprecedented language, a system was devised based on four musical notes, or voices. Notes are harmonic, imparting the cooperative, plural, and synergistic nature of song upon the book. A deck which receives one note is referred to as a “jingle”. It is a pack with an identifiable concept, no more - no less. Two notes, deemed a “melody”, are for those decks accompanied by documentation in the form of a book, booklet or web site. A second note is also granted to historical decks for their longevity. Harmonious works display maturity of concept and are given three notes. Four notes, known as a “Symphony”, are reserved for legendary decks which have influenced others in the field, such as the Rider Waite Smith Tarot, which has spawned over thirty clone decks.

Q:  How does the FLAT rating work? Are clone, or copycat decks rated as FLAT?

A:  The FLAT rating is used only sparingly, most often for decks which were not designed for divination purposes. Decks made as promotional gifts to accompany Role Playing Games are an example. These are classified as "borrowed" in terms of concept if the creators do not put forth any evidence that shows they are aware of the divinatory purpose of the cards. 

Q:  How are the historical Tarot of Marseilles decks rated? What about the many Tarot of Marseilles clones?

A:  Historical decks, the majority of which were published over 100 years ago, are actually given an additional note for longevity. Most aged decks are rated as two notes. Modern Tarot of Marseilles clones could be called "art decks". The structure is "traditional", but the art is new. None of the popular Tarot of Marseilles decks are rated as FLAT.

Hadar's Le Veritable Tarot de Marseille
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Rating: Three Notes - Harmony
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