How it’s worked out
55 − (2 × 5 + 17) = 28. Counting through the deck in order (Hearts, Clubs, Diamonds, Spades), card 28 is the Two of Diamonds.
See the step-by-step guide to the formula.
The Two of Diamonds at a glance
Strengths
- A skilled negotiator
- Business-minded
- Good in partnerships
Challenges
- Worry about money
- Fear of not having enough
- Restlessness
Read the full Two of Diamonds meaning, including love, work, life lessons and reflection questions.
Your Cardology year if you were born on 17 May
Your Cardology year starts every 17 May. It’s split into seven periods of 52 days, each with its own theme:
| Period and theme | Dates |
|---|---|
| MercuryCommunication, learning and short trips. Things tend to move quickly. | 17 May to 7 Jul |
| VenusRelationships, friends, family, home and enjoyment. | 8 Jul to 28 Aug |
| MarsEnergy, drive, competition and conflict. | 29 Aug to 19 Oct |
| JupiterGrowth, money, work opportunities and generosity. Seen as the most positive period. | 20 Oct to 10 Dec |
| SaturnResponsibility, hard work, health and limits. Seen as the most challenging period. | 11 Dec to 31 Jan |
| UranusChange, surprises, independence and gut feelings. | 1 Feb to 24 Mar |
| NeptuneDreams, imagination, travel, rest and wrapping up the year before your birthday. | 25 Mar to 16 May |
Dates are for years without 29 February. If 29 February falls inside your year, periods after it start one day earlier.
Each year of your life also has a planet of its own, based on your age. Divide your age by 7: a remainder of 0 is a Mercury year, 1 Venus, 2 Mars, 3 Jupiter, 4 Saturn, 5 Uranus and 6 Neptune. Read about planet years.
Other birthdays with the Two of Diamonds
See your own Cardology year. Enter your birthday to find your card, your planet year and the seven 52-day periods of your year, with a printable PDF.
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