Keep this under your Hat – Mike Shelley

A Monte type effect with the cutest miniature top hats. Great for Close-Up! The magician allows three identical miniature top hats to be examined by a spectator. He instructs the spectator to place an object in one of the hats. The magician turns his back and the spectator mixes them up. When the performer turns around and correctly identifies the hat which holds the object from a distance of six to eight feet. These adorable little top hats are approx. 2″ high.

Based on Bob Hummer’s idea on the 3 Cup Monte but with plenty of added subtleties!