Painted in tempera on papyrus, these cards were partially inspired by the Tarot created by the famous occultist Jean-Baptiste Pitois in 1870. According to Pitois, Tarot came from the legendary Book of Thoth, a knowledgeable book which held all of the mysteries of Egyptian magic.Included: 78 cards.Cards size: 6.6 x 12 cm (2.6" x 4.7"). Weight of the deck: 250 g. (approx).Plastic coated paper playing cards.New, sealed. Made in China.100% authentic, original product.