Ten of Pentacles: Tarot Card Meaning

Meaning of the Ten of Pentacles card upright

An old man sits in an archway with dogs while a couple and a child stand nearby, and ten pentacles form the shape of the tree of life. This is lasting prosperity passed from one generation to the next. The card speaks of family security, a solid legacy and long-term success.

Ten of Pentacles reversed

• financial disputes
• loss of stability
• family conflict

Reversed, the Ten shows financial disagreements in the family, a loss of security or a legacy that causes conflict. Check which foundations are weak, and talk openly about money and responsibility.

Ten of Pentacles in love and relationships

In love it means a stable family, a lasting marriage and a shared home. Reversed, family tensions or arguments about money.

Ten of Pentacles in work and finances

At work it is a family business, a secure position, a good pension or long-term wealth. Reversed, a business dispute or a loss of position.

Symbolism of the Ten of Pentacles card

The ten pentacles arranged on the Tree of Life are complete material wealth. The dogs are loyalty, and the old man is accumulated wisdom. The arch is a threshold of a secure home.

Ten of Pentacles in a yes or no reading

In yes or no spreads, Ten of Pentacles upright reads as “yes” and reversed as “yes”. The answer comes from the general meaning of the card (legacy, family wellbeing), so always take the wording of the question and the neighbouring cards into account. Try a yes or no reading.