Symbolism & Imagery:
Like the other Aces of the minor arcana suits, the Ace of Swords shows us a hand appearing from a cloud. In traditional depictions of the card, the hand is holding a sword. Upon the sword is a crown with a wreath of berries and fern.
The card clearly contains the energy of victory and success, with the hand holding the sword with strength and power. The cloud from which the hand emerges is often seen as being the Godly power of the universe. The universe is definitely on your side with this card, with the symbolism of victory and power. It must be pointed out that the hand holding the sword is the right hand, often seen as the hand of giving. The universe is giving you your position and success.
The crown is a clear sign of success, nodding to royalty and achievement. The leaves and berries that adorn the crown suggest abundance and the fertility of the mind. Intelligence and wise thought is bringing growth to the Ace of Swords.
However, it is hard not to notice the desolate mountains in the background of the card. Does this perhaps suggest that the intellect cannot bring abundance to everything? The road to success and achievement can be cold and lonely sometimes. It may be a perilous journey.