Ancien Tarot of Marseille – Nicolas Conver 1761 Replica, FR / EN Booklet

This is a faithful 1980s-era reproduction of the authentic Tarot de Marseille, originally published in 1761 by Nicolas Conver, Maître Cartier in Marseille. This edition was issued by Éditions Héron – Boéchat Frères and closely follows the historic iconography, color palette, and structure of the original Conver deck preserved at the Bibliothèque nationale de France (Paris).

Details

🔸 Manufacturer: Héron
🔸 Publisher: Éditions Héron – Boéchat Frères
🔸 Year: Circa 1980s
🔸 Country: France
🔸 Number of cards: 78 cards
🔸 Card size: Standard Tarot de Marseille format
🔸 Material: Cardboard playing cards
🔸 Includes: Original cardboard box + bilingual booklet (English / French)
🔸 Condition: Cards in very good condition; box shows wears (see photos)
🔸 Edition: Out of print

🪶 Collector’s Note

This Héron reproduction is considered one of the most reliable late-20th-century editions of the Nicolas Conver Tarot de Marseille. Unlike modern reinterpretations, it preserves the original visual language and proportions that made the Conver deck a cornerstone of French tarot tradition.

Because Héron editions are no longer produced, complete sets with the original box and bilingual booklet have become increasingly sought after. A solid reference deck for serious readers and a classic addition to any historical tarot collection.