Pamela Colman Smith

Pamela Colman Smith

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In 1909 artist Pamela Colman Smith’s involvement with the Order of the Golden Dawn led to a commission from Arthur Edward Waite to create a 78-card tarot deck. Originally known as the Rider deck, it was the first to include full pictorial scenes for the Minor Arcana pips. Pamela’s varied mystical influences are evident throughout the deck. Once considered revolutionary, The Rider-Waite® deck has set the standard for hundreds of other decks and has inspired a myriad of different versions available here. 

Learn more about Pamela Colman Smith. Explore the variations of the Rider-Waite® and Smith-Waite Tarot below.


  • Rider-Waite-Smith® Tarot Deck
    Rider-Waite-Smith® Tarot Deck, formerly known as Pamela Colman Smith’s RWS Tarot, presents the beloved 1909 artwork of Pamela Colman Smith in a refreshing new palette of soft, subtle colors framed with elegant ivory parchment borders.
    Score: 4.14 (votes: 7)
    Reviews: 1
    • $21.95
  • Rider-Waite® Tarot Deck
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    Rider-Waite® Tarot Deck
    Once considered revolutionary, the Rider-Waite deck has become the most popular tarot deck in the world, and has set the standard for hundreds of other tarot decks.
    Score: 4.11 (votes: 38)
    Reviews: 2
    • $21.95
  • The Gift of Tarot 50-piece Display
    The Counter Display contains 50 Gift of Tarot envelopes, with a random mix of five differently colored envelopes. 
    Score: 4.00 (votes: 25)
    Reviews: 1
    • $197.50
  • Exploring Tarot Using Radiant Rider-Waite® Book
    Written with thoroughness and clarity, this insightful guide walks you through the meanings of each of the 78 cards and explains how to interpret them in a spread.
    Score: 4.00 (votes: 8)
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    • $16.95
  • The Complete Tarot Kit
    The Complete Tarot Kit includes everything needed for beginner to intermediate students.
    Score: 4.00 (votes: 8)
    Reviews: 1
    • $51.95
  • Giant Rider-Waite® Tarot
    The most popular tarot deck in the world is available as a super-sized pack.
    Score: 4.00 (votes: 7)
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    • $26.95
  • Introduction to Tarot Book
    This beautiful four-color book is richly illustrated and offers detailed explanations of both the Rider-Waite(R) and Crowley Thoth decks
    Score: 4.00 (votes: 2)
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    • $18.95
  • Tiny Tarot Key Chain
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    Tiny Tarot Key Chain
    The world’s smallest complete tarot deck is available as a key chain. 78 cards, 1.1875” x 1.375”
    Score: 3.89 (votes: 9)
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    • $9.95
  • Smith-Waite Centennial Tarot Deck
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    Smith-Waite Centennial Tarot Deck
    The Smith-Waite Centennial Tarot Deck is a faithful reproduction of the original deck created by Pamela Colman Smith in 1909 under the direction of Arthur E. Waite.
    Score: 3.86 (votes: 21)
    Reviews: 3
    • $23.95
  • Albano-Waite® Tarot Deck
    Albano-Waite Tarot is one of several re-colorized versions of the Rider-Waite Tarot deck.
    Score: 3.83 (votes: 12)
    Reviews: 3
    • $21.95
  • The 100% Plastic Rider Tarot Deck®
    100% plastic tarot cards are durable, resistant to bending, easy to shuffle and can last up to 50 times longer than paper cards.
    Score: 3.81 (votes: 16)
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    • $26.95
  • Original Rider-Waite® Tarot Set
    The Original Rider Waite Tarot Pack presents a faithful facsimile of the tarot deck painted by Pamela Colman Smith and published by Rider and Co. in 1910.
    Score: 3.77 (votes: 26)
    Reviews: 1
    • $25.95
  • Rider-Waite® Tarot — Premier Edition
    Special larger high profile packaging provides greater display impact, more shelf presence, and less pilferage.
    Score: 3.75 (votes: 8)
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    • $26.95
  • Pixie's Astounding Lenormand in a Tin
    Lovingly created with artwork from the Smith-Waite® Tarot deck and “The Golden Vanity”, this charming 36-card petit Lenormand deck pays tribute to Pamela Colman Smith.
    Score: 3.67 (votes: 9)
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    • $19.95
  • Universal Waite® Tarot Deck in a Tin
    Pocket-sized deck in a collectable tin. The serene Universal Waite Tarot is perfect for meditation and readings.
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    • $19.95
  • Universal Waite® Tarot Deck/Book Set
    Universal Waite Tarot imbues the classic Rider-Waite Tarot with eye-appealing colors that soothe and inspire. This deck/book set includes a 78-card Universal Waite Tarot deck, the Pictorial Key to the Tarot by Arthur Edward Waite, and a fold-out Celtic Cross spread sheet.
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    • $31.95
  • Universal Waite® Tarot — Premier Edition
    Special larger high profile packaging provides greater display impact, more shelf presence, and less pilferage.
    Not rated yet
    • $26.95
  • Smith-Waite® Tarot Deck Borderless Miniature Edition
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    Smith-Waite® Tarot Deck Borderless Miniature Edition
    Mini borderless cards showcase the beloved, iconic artwork first created by Pamela Colman Smith in 1909. This deck includes 78 borderless tarot cards and four samples of Smith’s non-tarot artwork.  84 cards measure 1.72” x 2.875”
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    • $13.95
  • Pocket Rider-Waite® Tarot
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    Pocket Rider-Waite® Tarot
    The world's most popular tarot deck is available in a convenient, pocket-sized deck. 78 cards, 2.25” x 3.5”
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    • $19.95
  • 6-unit Rider-Waite® Gravity Feed Display
    Once considered revolutionary, the Rider-Waite deck has become the most popular tarot deck in the world, and has set the standard for hundreds of other tarot decks.
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    • $131.70
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