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Ring/Coin/Card to Ziploc Bag by Harry Phillips

Created by: Harry Phillips

The Ring/Coin/Card to Ziploc Bag is a versatile close-up magic trick where a borrowed ring, signed card, or coin vanishes and reappears inside a Ziploc bag that's hidden within a wallet. This trick is part of the Babu Wallet Minimalist system, which allows for a variety of effects including card to wallet, ring to pouch/envelope, and coin to wallet. The wallet is designed to be an everyday carry item, blending seamlessly into daily life while providing ample opportunities for magical performance.

Key features

  • Utilizes the unique BABU™ loading system for easy loading and resetting

  • Can be used as a standard card wallet if not utilizing internal compartments

  • Holds up to six cards, with additional pockets for versatile effects

  • Includes a pouch for ring to envelope effects

  • Designed for both experienced and newer magicians

Pros

  • Minimalist design integrates into everyday life

  • Versatile for a range of magic effects

  • Easy to load and reset

  • Suitable for close-up magic performances

Cons

  • May require practice to master the loading system

  • Limited to small objects like rings, coins, and cards

Effect

The Ring/Coin/Card to Ziploc Bag is a magic trick where a borrowed ring, signed card, or coin vanishes and reappears inside a sealed Ziploc bag. The bag is hidden inside a wallet, making the effect seem impossible. The magician can show the wallet as an ordinary item before revealing the unexpected appearance of the object inside the sealed bag.

Full Details

This trick is part of the Babu Wallet Minimalist system, which allows magicians to perform multiple effects with a single wallet. The Ziploc bag is concealed inside a pouch within the wallet, and the object secretly loads into it. The wallet itself looks normal and can be used for everyday carry, making the trick more deceptive.

The wallet includes compartments for cards, cash, and additional pockets for gimmicks. The Ziploc bag can be placed inside an envelope or another pouch inside the wallet, adding layers of deception. The magician can reset the trick quickly, making it suitable for repeated performances.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who want a practical, everyday-carry wallet that also functions as a magic prop. It works well for close-up performers, street magicians, and those who like impromptu magic. Since the wallet appears normal, it helps maintain the illusion that the effect is truly impossible.

Difficulty

The Ring/Coin/Card to Ziploc Bag is not difficult to perform. The wallet’s loading system is designed for ease of use, and the mechanics are straightforward. Beginners can learn it quickly, while experienced magicians will appreciate the smooth reset and versatility.

What Magicians Say

Harry Phillips, who demonstrated the trick, praised the wallet’s design and functionality. He highlighted how the Ziploc bag adds an extra layer of surprise, saying:

"Inside that pouch is a bag... inside that bag, it looks like a ring... and it looks like it's in my pocket. I've actually got my wallet. Inside my wallet, I've actually got this little red envelope right here."

He also emphasized the wallet’s practicality, noting that it can be used as a normal wallet when not performing magic. The trick’s reset is quick, making it useful for multiple performances in a short time.

Overall, magicians who have used this effect appreciate its deceptive simplicity and the strong reaction it gets from audiences. The combination of a borrowed object, a sealed bag, and an ordinary wallet makes it a powerful piece of magic.

What people are saying about Ring/Coin/Card to Ziploc Bag

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

The Babu Wallet Minimalist holds up to six cards, plus an additional side pocket and a secure closing pocket. It comes complete with a pouch, allowing for a variety of effects.

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