The 100% Plastic Rider Tarot Deck

The 100% Plastic Rider Tarot Deck is the original, authorized 78-card Rider-Waite Tarot printed on durable plastic instead of paper. The plastic stock resists bending, wipes clean, and holds up to far more shuffling than a standard paper deck. It includes the classic artwork by Pamela Colman Smith, created under Arthur Edward Waite's direction.

Quick facts

About

This edition uses the same 78-card Rider-Waite artwork found in the original 1909 deck, but printed on 100% plastic rather than paper card stock. Plastic cards resist bending and creasing far better than paper, and plastic cards are widely known to hold up to many times more shuffling than paper before showing wear — which makes this a practical choice for anyone who reads tarot often or teaches with their deck regularly. It's part of our full tarot and oracle deck collection, and pairs naturally with other divination tools if you're building a reading practice. The included instruction booklet, written by Arthur Edward Waite with a foreword by Stuart R. Kaplan, walks through the meaning of each card for readers who are still learning the system.

How to use it

Shuffle and read exactly as you would a standard Rider-Waite deck — the plastic surface is actually easier to shuffle than paper for many people, since the cards glide against each other more smoothly. Because the deck holds up well to repeated handling, it's a strong choice for daily draws, travel, or reading outdoors where a paper deck might wear out faster.

Care

Wipe the cards clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth if they pick up dust or fingerprints, and make sure they're fully dry before putting them away. Avoid leaving the deck in a hot car or in direct sunlight for long periods, since extreme heat can warp plastic over time. Store the deck in its box or a pouch when not in use.

Frequently asked questions

Is this deck really 100% plastic?
Yes, the cards are made entirely of plastic rather than the paper card stock used in most tarot decks.

Is this the same artwork as the original Rider-Waite deck?
Yes — it's the original, authorized 78-card deck designed by Pamela Colman Smith under Arthur Edward Waite's direction, just printed on plastic.

Does it come with instructions?
Yes, it includes an instruction booklet by Arthur Edward Waite with a foreword by Stuart R. Kaplan.

Can I wipe the cards clean?
Yes, the plastic surface can be wiped down, which is one advantage over paper cards that can't handle moisture as well.

Can this deck predict the future?
It's a tool for reflection and study, not a way to guarantee outcomes — many readers use tarot to prompt insight rather than to forecast fixed events.

Is this a good deck for frequent use?
Yes — the plastic construction is specifically suited to readers who shuffle and handle their deck often.