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Key Coin Mystery by Zach King and theory11

Created by: Zach King, theory11

Key Coin Mystery is a close-up magic trick where a solid metal key visibly penetrates through a standard U.S. quarter coin. Both the key and the quarter can be examined by spectators before and after the effect, making it a highly visual and baffling illusion. This trick is part of the TrickStarters kit series by Zach King and theory11, designed to be beginner-friendly with crystal clear instructions for quick learning and performance in real-world or social media settings.

Key features

  • Uses real magic with no CGI involved

  • Beginner-friendly with easy-to-follow instructions

  • Both key and quarter are examinable before and after the effect

  • Quick setup and performance time

  • Suitable for in-person or social media use

Pros

  • Highly visual and astonishing effect

  • Easy to learn and perform quickly

  • Uses everyday objects (key and quarter) for relatability

  • Comes with clear instructions from Zach King

Cons

  • Limited to the specific props included in the kit

  • May not offer advanced variations for experienced magicians

Effect

The Key Coin Mystery trick shows a solid metal key visibly penetrating a standard United States quarter. The audience sees the key pass through the coin. Both the key and the coin can be examined by spectators before and after the effect.

Full details

Key Coin Mystery is part of the TrickStarters series created by Zach King and theory11. The trick uses a real metal key and a real U.S. quarter. No computer-generated imagery is used. The method is physical. The key and the coin are both examinable by the audience after the penetration happens. The trick is designed for quick setup and immediate performance.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is good for beginners. It is also suitable for magicians who perform for social media. The effect is visual and works well for video. People who want to perform magic quickly will find this trick useful. It requires no advanced skill to start.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Key Coin Mystery is easy to learn. The instructions are provided by Zach King and are described as crystal clear. A performer can go from unboxing the trick to performing it in minutes. No prior magic experience is needed. The method is straightforward.

What magicians say

MurphysMagicSupplies promotes the TrickStarters series, stating the tricks bring "the feel of viral digital magic into the real world." They highlight that Key Coin Mystery involves a key penetrating a coin, with both items being examinable. The series is designed to be beginner-friendly and to produce powerful, visual reactions. Zach King wanted to create a series where anyone can quickly learn and perform astonishing magic.

What people are saying about Key Coin Mystery

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

Key Coin Mystery involves a solid metal key visibly penetrating a standard U.S. quarter, with both items being examinable afterward. The tricks are engineered to be beginner-friendly while still producing powerful, visual reactions akin to the 'digital sleight of hand' that made Zach King famous.

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