A solid, foundational text for coin workers, Introduction to Coin Magic by Shigeo Futagawa remains a respected resource for learning classic techniques and routines.
Originally published in 1978, this 200-page volume offers a practical approach to coin magic, covering essential sleights, handling, and performance concepts that continue to influence magicians today. A great addition for beginners building a strong foundation or seasoned performers looking to revisit classic material.
Condition:
This is a used copy with visible wear consistent with age. No dust jacket. The cover shows light damage and handling wear. Interior pages remain intact and fully readable.
*Signed on inside cover “From Willie to Ric”
A dependable working copy of a classic coin magic text.
- Shigeo Futagawa
- Dedication To Shigeo Takagi
- Forward
- 1. The Close Up Mat
- 2. Tricks Without Sleights
- Handkerchief And Coin
- Coin Thru Bottom Of Glass
- Ring And Coin Freed From Handkerchief
- 3. The Finger Palm
- Coin Into Pants Pocket
- Vanishing Coin
- 4. The Coin Vanish
- Coins Across
- Coin And Fountain Pen Routine
- 5. The Tunnel Vanish
- Dollar Changed Into Four Quarters
- Coins Across (Version No. 2)
- 6. The Thumb Palm
- Coin Vanish
- Coin Passes Through Handkerchief
- Han Ping Chien
- 7. Han Ping Chien Coin Move
- Coins Pass From One Hand To Another
- Coin Passing From Hand To Hand
- Dai Vernon
- 8. The Classic Palm
- The Click Pass
- Coins Across (Version No. 3)
- John Scarne
- 9. The Coin Change
- John Scarne’s Copper And Silver
- T. Nelson Downs
- 10. The T. Nelson Downs Palm
- Handkerchief And Coin (Version No. 2)
- Production Of Four Coins
- Slydini
- 11. The French Drop
- Silver And Copper
- Tenkai
- 12. Coin And Playing Card
- How To Hide Coin Behind Playing Card
- Coins Produced From Playing Cards
- Coins Passing Through Handkerchief
- Gerald Kosky
- Ross Bertram
- Ormond McGill
- Jerry Andrus
- Pete Biro
- Daniel Cros
