Ten of Coins 1751

This card, "Ten of Coins", was created by Claude Burdel in the 18th century. The composition is dominated by coins, symbols of material wealth and prosperity. These coins, arranged symmetrically, evoke a sense of order and abundance, a visualization of fortune. The motif of the coin is of great antiquity. In ancient Greece, coins symbolized not only economic power but also the potential for exchange and connection. This symbolism evolved through Roman times and the Renaissance, where images of coins often appeared in allegorical representations of wealth and trade. We see a resurgence of the coin, transformed yet still potent, here on this card. Its presence speaks to our collective and perhaps subconscious desires for security and affluence. This card becomes more than just a symbol of financial gain; it touches on our deepest aspirations and fears related to material existence, engaging us on a primal level. It reappears, evolves, and takes on new meanings.