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Impossible Coin In Case by Jay Sankey

Created by: Jay Sankey

Impossible Coin In Case is a close-up coin magic trick where a borrowed coin visibly penetrates through the solid bottom of a borrowed case, creating a highly visual and impossible effect that occurs in the spectator's hands. This enhances the sense of impossibility and makes it ideal for impromptu or close-up performances. Buyers should note that it relies on timing, misdirection, and audience management rather than complex sleight of hand, and using everyday borrowed objects adds to its credibility and impact.

Key features

  • Uses borrowed coins and cases for enhanced credibility

  • Relies on timing and misdirection instead of difficult sleights

  • Highly visual effect with the penetration happening in spectator's hands

  • Suitable for close-up and impromptu magic settings

  • Involves audience participation to increase astonishment

Pros

  • Strong visual impact with an impossible penetration effect

  • Practical and easy to perform with minimal setup

  • Uses everyday objects, making it versatile for various situations

Cons

  • Requires good timing and audience management skills

  • May not be suitable for performers who prefer complex sleight of hand

Effect

The Impossible Coin In Case trick shows a coin visibly passing through the solid bottom of a small case. The coin penetration happens in the spectator's hands, making the effect seem impossible. The audience sees the coin move through an object they are holding.

Full details

This trick uses a borrowed coin and a borrowed case. The method relies on timing and audience management. It does not require difficult sleight of hand. The routine uses everyday objects. It works well for close-up or impromptu performances. The effect is highly visual. The coin penetration occurs after a clear, deliberate action by the magician.

Who should consider the trick

Magicians who perform close-up magic should consider this trick. It suits those who work with borrowed objects. It is good for performers who want a strong visual effect. It is ideal for magicians who prefer methods that rely on timing over complex moves.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is not difficult to perform. It uses simple moves. The challenge lies in the timing and the presentation. Jay Sankey states that the method relies on audience management more than sleight of hand. Proper framing of the effect is important for success.

What magicians say

Jay Sankey says this trick is a reputation-maker for performers. He advises using borrowed items to enhance credibility. He suggests involving the spectator in the process. Sankey states the trick is highly visual and happens in the spectator's hands for added impossibility. He promotes the trick as practical and powerful for close-up settings.

What people are saying about Impossible Coin In Case

SankeyMagic says...

This trick is highly visual and happens in the spectator’s hands, which greatly amplifies the sense of impossibility. [...] He suggests using a borrowed coin and case whenever possible to enhance the trick’s credibility.

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