tarot minchiate original game recostructuion and readition

by Sim

This project aims to reconstruct and re-edit the Minchiate, an early 16th-century card game that originated in Florence, Italy. The deck is intended to revive a historical card system that is no longer widely played.

Key Features

Reconstruction and re-edition of the historical Minchiate card game
Originating from 16th-century Florence, Italy
Focus on reviving a complex, no-longer-widely-played card system

Who It's For

This deck is primarily for collectors of historical card games, enthusiasts of Renaissance-era culture, and players interested in learning obscure card systems. It would appeal to those who appreciate the academic and reconstructive effort involved in reviving a complex, centuries-old game.

Kickstarter · Launched Jul 2018 · View campaign

Last updated April 14, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minchiate?

Minchiate is an early 16th-century card game that originated in Florence, Italy. It is distinct from standard tarot decks, typically featuring an expanded set of Major Arcana cards, often including astrological and elemental symbols, making it a unique historical card system.

Is this deck for divination or gameplay?

The project description emphasizes the 'original game reconstruction,' indicating its primary purpose is to revive Minchiate as a historical card game. While historical card decks can be adapted for divination, the core focus here is on its gameplay origins.

What makes Minchiate different from traditional tarot?

Minchiate decks typically have more cards than a standard 78-card tarot deck, particularly in the Major Arcana, which can include additional allegorical, elemental, and astrological trumps. This expanded structure and specific gameplay rules differentiate it significantly from traditional tarot.