The cards are plain-Jane Rider Waite tarot cards. The back cover of the cards are not impressive. However the cards are finish in a glossy glow, that makes them look a little more expensive.

Durable. Less likely to become dog-eared and ripped through use, unlike many decks I have used.

I'm learning how it read these cards. And I love working with them. Having a lot of fun.

The obverse of these cards are gorgeous, just as the Rider Waite cards should be. However, the reverses are just plain ugly, with a sort of plaid geometric pattern in blue and black on them. I was very disappointed, as I expected the reverses to be as attractive as the obverses, but the designs don't match at all. I'm looking for another with a better design, perhaps the Universal Waite.

This deck is amazing! It is a little larger than the usual deck of playng cards and that works very well with my large hands. The pictures are easy to view and to coordinate with the card's meaning. The Instruction Book gives adequate detail of each card and a brief history, which was an added value to as a relatively new student of the Tarot. For beginners and experienced users, alike, this will be an excellent addition to your library.