Usually, spreads are multiples of 3 (typically 3, 9, or 21), so three sections can represent past, present, and future. Many spreads are used in cartomancy, ranging from a single card reading to 21-card spreads.

The reader randomly removes cards and interprets meaning based on the pick order. The most popular method of cartomancy technique is the Wheel of Fortune. In cartomancy, each number, suit, and face card have a specific meaning (however, the Joker card is not always used.)įor example, the Ace of Hearts represents a new beginning, such as a new relationship or job opportunity and the 7 of Spades means the loss of a friend or another significant person in your life due to a disagreement or problem. Cartomancy Card Layouts & Interpretations One isn’t better than the other, the choice is just preference in how you like getting answers. Tarot cards like The Devil or The High Priestess can have hidden meanings.Ĭartomancy readings are great for giving literal questions to answers. How Is Cartomancy Different From Tarot?īesides the deck, the main difference between cartomancy readings and tarot readings is that the cartomancy cards have a more clear cut meaning. Want your own cartomancy reading? Get a reading from one of our advisors. You’re wondering how many cards in a deck? Unlike tarot that has a specific deck, cartomancy is fortune telling using a good old-fashioned 52-card deck-the exact same one used to play popular card games like bridge, poker, or go fish. In a way, they were the first form of tarot cards. Playing cards have been used to tell fortunes since 14th century Europe. By Keen Editorial Staff What Is Cartomancy?

Two of hearts cards