The pentacle in his palm
The king holds his wealth openly and confidently — it serves him.
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Minor Arcana · Pentacles
King of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning
The King of Pentacles is wealth and support. A king in a patterned robe sits on a throne against the backdrop of a castle, holding a pentacle, with grapes and coins at his feet. This card is about prosperity, business sense, reliability and the ability to multiply what you have.
Upright
- wealth
- business sense
- reliability
- generosity
- success
Reversed
- greed
- materialism
- stubbornness
- financial mistakes
- control through money
Yes or no
Yes
A confident “yes,” especially in business and money matters.
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- Earth
Card symbolism in our deck
In Heinrich Pangrau’s deck, the King of Pentacles sits in profile on a carved throne, holding a pentacle in his palm. His robe is embroidered with grapes, coins and bunches of grapes lie at his feet, and behind him are a castle and a large setting sun.
Grapes on the robe
Fertility and abundance woven into life itself.
Coins at his feet
He has more than he needs: he can afford to be generous.
The castle behind him
The enterprise he built stands firm.
King of Pentacles meaning
The upright King of Pentacles means financial success, a stable business, a reliable patron or partner.
The card speaks of a mature attitude toward money: knowing how to earn it, keep it and spend it wisely.
King of Pentacles reversed
The reversed King of Pentacles means greed, harshness, control through money, risky financial decisions.
Sometimes it is a person who measures everything in money.
King of Pentacles in love, work, money and health
Love and relationships
Upright A reliable, well-off partner and a stable relationship.
Reversed A relationship in which money is a tool of power.
Feelings This person takes you seriously and is ready to provide for you and protect you.
Work and career
Upright Leadership, your own business, investments, a high income.
Reversed A harsh boss, a conflict over money.
Money
Upright Wealth, growing capital, successful investments.
Reversed Financial losses caused by stubbornness.
Health
Upright Robust health. Tarot is not a substitute for a doctor.
Reversed Overindulgence in food and lifestyle.
King of Pentacles as a person
As a person: a successful entrepreneur, a financier, a generous and reliable man.
The card’s advice
Upright Act like the master of the house: calmly, prudently and generously.
Reversed Do not let money take the place of relationships.
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King of Pentacles as the card of the day
As the card of the day: a day for business decisions and finances.
Combinations with other cards
- King of Pentacles + Queen of PentaclesA well-provided-for family.
- King of Pentacles + The EmperorStrong business power.
- King of Pentacles + Ten of PentaclesFamily wealth passed down the generations.
- King of Pentacles + Six of PentaclesA patron, a benefactor.
- King of Pentacles + King of WandsAn entrepreneur with vision.
Frequently asked questions about King of Pentacles
Is the King of Pentacles a yes or no card?
Yes, especially in business and money.
What does the King of Pentacles mean in relationships?
A reliable, well-off partner.
What does the King of Pentacles reversed mean?
Greed and control through money.
What does the King of Pentacles mean as the card of the day?
A day for business decisions.