sandrang123 Posted February 16, 2019 Posted February 16, 2019 http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/alchemist-marks/ I know only 180 copies were printed, so this is a rare deck, but does anyone know how sought after this deck is today? I had never heard of it before today...
Thoughtful Posted February 16, 2019 Posted February 16, 2019 l would not say it is sought after, as l do not see it on Ebay or Amazon. If it was really wanted you can bet it would be on either of those two sites, and at prices you would need to rob a bank for :))
sandrang123 Posted February 16, 2019 Author Posted February 16, 2019 Thanks, Thoughtful[/member]! In part I'm still building my Etsy site and have OOP decks up there, so I was debating whether to buy this for re-sale. Long story short, I'm trying to pull in new visitors for readings, so having decks for sale directs traffic there. It's a Majors Only deck, too...my concern was it's so rare that it might not be on anyone's radar, or it would sit there for a long time, just waiting for that one who desperately wants it.
Thoughtful Posted February 16, 2019 Posted February 16, 2019 Well according to your aeclectic link it says it was unpublished. Have also googled and can't see it for sale anywhere.
sandrang123 Posted February 16, 2019 Author Posted February 16, 2019 It's for sale on EBAY now. Amazon has it used from 600.00 up (if I recall correctly). Mostly, though, when buying I look for lots of OOP decks (at least 6 or more) then keep the ones that speak to me or re-sell them if they don't. I really only keep decks I use when reading anymore. Right now I'm leaning against this one, though I'm still keeping an eye on it.
Thoughtful Posted February 16, 2019 Posted February 16, 2019 Oh well done, being in the UK l didn't see it for sale here at all.
gregory Posted February 16, 2019 Posted February 16, 2019 I had no idea it was limited. I do have it; it cost me all of $40. I just - bought it. I like her work. I had no idea it was limited - and my database doesn't mention that... Even Adam McLean's database doesn't say it was limited. I do wonder if that is an amazon hype. If not - well, wow...
sandrang123 Posted February 16, 2019 Author Posted February 16, 2019 Good score, gregory[/member]! Oh, and gregory[/member]. I don't think it is hype. (Not 100 percent sure though.) But: I've bought decks from this collector before and know her to be honest and quite a collector. She mentioned in her listing about the 180 and I saw that someplace else, too. She has 1 of 180 (she wrote), which is also why I was interested. Again: Great find! I like the artwork a lot, though I favor alien-ish decks. :) Oh (amended) here is the write-up posted...unless I'm misunderstanding what she means by "LAST decks ever printed of the World of Tarot ALCHEMIST TAROT": (???????????) ------- Highly collectible World of Tarot ALCHEMIST TAROT by Londa Marks 2008~Standard version. ISBN-10 0971372306 ISBN-13 978-0971372306 OOP & IMPOSSIBLY RARE & VHTF. Shipped with USPS FLAT RATE PADDED ENVELOPE. (Will be placed inside small flat rate box first, for extra security.) This is one of the most highly collectible and special magickal decks ever Published and is 1 out of 180 of the LAST decks ever printed of the World of Tarot ALCHEMIST TAROT Card Deck created by LONDA MARKS, January 1, 2008. Standard Edition. This is a Majors only deck of 22 cards including Deck Cover Card and 3 Title cards. Includes an in depth, 50 page booklet pertaining to Kabbalah and Astrological aspects related to each card with thought provoking divinations and esoteric messages, laying the groundwork for empowering experiences. Condition is new, never used, mint. Some dry tape residue on box. --*Please read the Title cards shown in the pictures* they will give you an in depth look & look into the cards.-- Excerp. from Aeclectic Tarot: (aeclectic.net); "This is an otherworldly Magickal deck with Alienesque elegance. The Alchemist Tarot features by design costumed characters that tell a story of alchemy, magic and wish fulfillment and will draw you into the mystical world of the Hermetic order of Alchemy divinations and esoteric messages. Definitely one for the deck collectors." The hand printed by Londa 22 cards are on giclee art paper giving them a weightly quality and vibrant colour and hand drawn by Londas own son. Each card is knock out gorgeous in my humble opinion. Be your own judge :) PLEASE VIEW ALL PICTURES AS THIS IS THE EXACT ITEM YOU WILL RECEIVE. All cards are pictured. Cleaning out my Esoteric collection of Tarot Decks, Oracles, Books, etc. due to heath reasons. Bid and sale is final due to the nature of rare item and no returns accepted. I am an honest buyer and seller and would rather not get a deck of used rare cards returned to me. I hope you can understand if not, please DO NOT bid. From a smoke free, pet free home. Stored in an acid free box. ------ All Best, Sandy
gregory Posted February 16, 2019 Posted February 16, 2019 Good score, gregory[/member]! Oh, and gregory[/member]. I don't think it is hype. (Not 100 percent sure though.) But: I've bought decks from this collector before and know her to be honest and quite a collector. She mentioned in her listing about the 180 and I saw that someplace else, too. She has #1 of 180, which is also why I was interested. Again: Great find! I like the artwork a lot, though I favor alien-ish decks. :) OK - I must go see if mine is numbered :) AAAAAND - I am now fairly sure there must have been a second unlimited version. Mine is NOT numbered, is genuinely giclee printed, in a not very solid apparently giclee printed tuckbox with a very professional looking LWB - and the box has a full-scale ISBN on the back. Everything looks like the images on amazon - but there is no number ANYWHERE (that I can see.) Actually - if you are chatting to her - ask where the number IS - in case I am missing something here !
sandrang123 Posted February 16, 2019 Author Posted February 16, 2019 Okay, and now that you're writing THAT, I'm wondering if she just has one of 180 or labeled #1 of 180. Oh hell...I'll just ask her. More to come... XO, Sandy
gregory Posted February 16, 2019 Posted February 16, 2019 OK - I take this stuff dead seriously. You can buy it new from Londa for $289 - I think this is my version - and there's also a collectors edition for a further $406: https://www.worldoftarot.com/shop/The-Alchemist-Tarot-Cards-p124903167 And it is LONDA listing it on amazon. That's her amazon store. Now we know :)
sandrang123 Posted February 16, 2019 Author Posted February 16, 2019 Oh crappers, gregory[/member]. Maybe I misread this one? She wrote and said, "It is from the last 180 decks that was hand printed by Londa. They are not numbered or signed." So you probably got a way better deal at 40 than I did at 85! Normally I'm pretty good about what I can turnaround fairly easily, but...ah, well.
gregory Posted February 16, 2019 Posted February 16, 2019 I bought mine in 2009. That DOES make a difference. But given HER current price - $289 for a new one - $85 might very well be worth a punt. I would like to know why Londa's amazon listing refers to that 180. Her website doesn't list any number of prints.... not even for the collectors edition.
PeterF62 Posted February 23, 2019 Posted February 23, 2019 I know only 180 copies were printed, so this is a rare deck, but does anyone know how sought after this deck is today? I had never heard of it before today... I wish i could get my hands on some old decks
gregory Posted February 23, 2019 Posted February 23, 2019 I wish i could get my hands on some old decks Ebay. Amazon. Abebooks. Become a subscriber and check the sale/trade threads here. :D
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