The Grimaud Chiromancy Tarot, also presented under the title "L'Avenir dévoilé dans le Nouveau Grand Jeu Chiromancique", is an antique French divination deck devoted to palmistry and the symbolic interpretation of the lines and signs of the hand. Its date is estimated between 1940 and 1950.
This deck combines traditional palmistry with astrological and planetary correspondences. Its illustrated cards feature representations of hands and symbolic indications. The cards have light blue backs decorated with a repeating white ornamental pattern. The set comes with its original 64-page explanatory booklet in French, printed by Oberthur.
Deck Characteristics
Deck Name
Grimaud Chiromancy Tarot
Booklet Title
L'Avenir dévoilé dans le Nouveau Grand Jeu Chiromancique
Deck Type
Palmistry divination deck
Period
Estimated between 1940 and 1950
Authors Mentioned
Mme Adèle Moreau and A. de Para d'Hermès
Number of Cards
56 main cards and 2 interpretation cards
Card Dimensions
2.44 × 4.65 inches
Card Backs
Light blue with a repeating white ornamental pattern
Booklet
Original 64-page explanatory booklet
Contents
Interpretation Cards
2 additional cards: one pink and one blue
Booklet
Original 64-page explanatory booklet in French, printed by Oberthur
Set
58 cards and original explanatory booklet only
Condition
Overall Condition
Good condition
Cards
Good overall condition. The cards shuffle and slide easily. Card No. 40 has a very slight stain, with no impact on readability or use.
Booklet
Good condition, with signs of wear consistent with age.
Set
Includes all 58 cards and the original explanatory booklet.
The deck has been checked before being listed for sale.
Uses
The Grimaud Chiromancy Tarot can be used for divination, the study of traditional palmistry and the symbolic interpretation of the lines and signs of the hand. Its original booklet also provides a reference for studying the interpretive methods associated with this deck. This antique set may appeal to collectors of French divination games and enthusiasts of the history of cartomancy.
Photographs and Videos
The photographs and videos show the actual item offered for sale, including its cards and explanatory booklet. They allow you to examine the illustrations, the blue and white patterned card backs and the condition of the different components.
The deck shown in the photographs and video is exactly the item you will receive.
Shipping
Shipped from France with tracking and signature confirmation, within France and internationally. Suitable protective packaging is used to protect the deck during transit. Shipping costs are displayed at checkout.
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