The Arthurian Tarot: A Hallowquest Handbook & Tarot Deck (Matthews / Gray, 1986

A vintage boxed tarot set steeped in Arthurian myth, quest symbolism, and 1980s mystical vibes. The Arthurian Tarot by Caitlín and John Matthews pairs Miranda Gray’s atmospheric artwork with a deep dive into Grail lore and British landscape mythology. This set includes the full 78-card deck plus the Hallowquest Handbook, which guides readers through spreads, symbolism, and the spiritual framework behind the deck. Beautiful watercolour art, classic Aquarian Press styling, and a cult following among tarot collectors. Important condition note: The handbook is not fully intact. One of the inner signatures has pulled away from the spine (see photo). The pages are still present, readable, and holding together, but the binding is compromised. The cards themselves are in very good shape — clean, flat, and complete — and the box shows typical vintage wear. Still a strong working deck and a great starter set for someone who wants this system without paying premium collector prices. Authors: Caitlín Matthews & John Matthews Illustrator: Miranda Gray Publisher: Aquarian Press / Thorsons Publication Year: 1986 (first boxed edition) ISBN: 0-85030-436-6 Deck: 78 cards Handbook: ~160 pages In Print: This original set is out of print (collectible)