How did the symbol for the heart, as in a pack of cards, come into being?

Question

After all, that's not what a real heart looks like.

Answer 1

I was just thinking about card suits--you've inspired me to look it up! This is really interesting, about the origin of the four suits we use in playing cards today, from a fairly reliable source:

http://www.straightdope.com/classics/a1_308.html

In regards to your specific question, it sounds like people aren't really sure. Wikipedia, as usual, has some good ideas, clearly explained at this link under the heading "As icon":

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heart_(symbol)

Answer 2

It actually does resemble the human heart...it's just an artistic interpretation of it.

Answer 3

a girl invented cards....lol.....jk......or am i.....no i am.....or am i............the world will never kno