Six of Pentacles
A card of the suit of Pentacles
The Six of Pentacles is the card of giving and receiving. It shows a well-dressed man holding a pair of scales and dropping coins into the hand of one of two kneeling beggars, with six pentacles above. In a reading it points to generosity, fairness and a flow of help between people.
Upright
generosity, charity, fairness, shared resources, support
The Six of Pentacles shows the suit's turn from hardship to sharing. The giver holds scales in one hand and coins in the other, and measures what he gives. Two figures kneel below, and one has his hands out. The card suggests that help is flowing, whether you give or receive. It points to fair exchange, gratitude, and resources moving to where they are needed.
Reversed
strings attached, debt, uneven giving, dependence
Reversed, the scales tip. The card can point to a gift with strings, a debt that grows, or a relationship where one side always gives and the other always takes. It can also describe generosity that is held back. It asks who has the power, and whether the exchange is fair.
Yes or no
Yes.
Yes, especially if the question involves help, a gift or fair terms. The Six of Pentacles suggests support is on offer. Reversed, it leans toward not yet, until the terms are clear.
The Six of Pentacles in love
In love, the Six of Pentacles suggests a bond where both people give and receive: time, care, support. It favors generosity without scorekeeping. Reversed, it can point to one-sided effort or help that creates debt.
The Six of Pentacles at work
At work, the card points to a raise, a bonus, a grant, or mentoring. It can mean sharing credit and resources. Reversed, it can mean unfair pay, favors with conditions, or loans that weigh you down.
The Six of Pentacles as advice
As advice, the Six of Pentacles says: give what you can and accept what you need. Keep the exchange fair. Generosity does best when it asks for nothing hidden in return.
The Six of Pentacles as someone's feelings
As someone's feelings, the Six of Pentacles suggests they feel generous toward you and want to help. They may be offering care or support. Reversed, they may feel you take more than you give, or give with expectations.
Questions about the Six of Pentacles
Is the Six of Pentacles a yes or no card?
Yes. It points to help, fairness and resources shared. Reversed, it reads as not yet.
What does the Six of Pentacles mean in love?
Mutual giving and receiving. It suggests a bond that is fair and generous, without keeping score.
What does the Six of Pentacles reversed mean?
An uneven exchange: gifts with strings, debt, or one person always giving. It asks whether the balance needs repair.
Does the Six of Pentacles mean I will receive money?
It points to support or a fair exchange, which may include money. It is not a promise, and it equally asks whether you are the one to give.
Updated October 1, 2026. Published by Preffo ApS.
