Description
A mysterious and unusual coin is introduced and examined by a participant.
A playing card is fairly selected, remembered and then lost in the deck.
The deck is then spread face-down on the table.
The performer states that he will move the coin along the spread and the
participant is asked to say ‘stop’ at any time. The coin is placed on the
chosen card and this card and the two cards either side are removed, still
face-down from the spread.
The participant can choose to leave the coin on top of the chosen card or given
the opportunity to change their mind and place the coin on one of the other two
selected cards.
The two rejected cards are turned over to show that neither are the chosen card.
The participant is asked to turn over the remaining card but to the dismay of
all, this is also seen not to be the card which the participant had selected!!!
Unfazed, the performer reiterates exactly what he originally stated…something
very specific in that the “card was under the coin”.
The coin is now turned over showing that the participant’s chosen card is
embossed on the reverse side!!
Now the ‘Lucky’ coin is then placed onto the participant’s open palm, their
fingers closed around it and the participant encouraged to close their eyes and
dream of something in particular that they would like to achieve in their
lifetime.
As they imagine their goal, they feel the energy being absorbed by the coin and
experience the warm pulsating sensation emitting from it!!
When the time feels right, the participant is asked to open their eyes, uncurl
their fingers and to look at the reverse side of the coin…To their amazement,
the image of their chosen playing card has vanished and has been replaced with
an embossed motivational word, which will help the participant achieve their
dreams!!
Using the participant’s phone, the performer takes a photo of the ‘Lucky’ coin
bearing the motivational word as a keepsake, which can be looked at every time
the participant needs the reassurance that they can definitely achieve what
they desire!!
A stunning, multi-phase routine which is very versatile.
Perform all phases of the routine, or just part of it.
Very easy to do and ideal for table-hopping.
The perfect mental magic routine with an emotional touch.
Includes all of the custom-made props required (Just use your own deck of
playing cards), download links to an unedited performance and in-depth
instructional videos.
paulmc –
Magic Café February 18th 2019.
Christopher Williams wrote:
I’m fortunate to have had this for some time and I have to say I really do like it! The coins are real quality and the routine is modular so you can play this how you like depending on your audience and situation. The best thing about them is you can carry them in your pocket and perform at a moments notice, and if you have a compartment in your wallet like I have, you can carry these everywhere you go. This is the best way to do this in my opinion as it then really sticks that it is your ‘Lucky’ coin. Whilst it comes with a pouch, I like to use my wallet as I tell the spectators that I have a lucky coin and I carry it with me always. With the coin(s) being in your wallet, you can bring the Lucky coin out and in this process of putting the wallet back in your pocket, essentially set up the rest of the routine.
I highly recommend this set to any Magicians or mentalists out there who like to ‘perform’ for their spectators and not just do a quick trick. If you put in the effort to this routine, you will see it really can be a powerful piece of magic. Whilst simple in method and effect to understand, don’t let this detract from how the spectators view this and I can’t think of anyone who would be disappointed with this product if the effect suits their style.
Well done Paul and Luca!
paulmc –
Magic Café February 20th 2019.
magikmax wrote:
I’ve performed this half a dozen times in the ‘real’ world at a walkaround event I was doing recently, and can confirm that this is a very easy to do, entertaining routine, that gets good reactions. There’s nothing to stop you using whatever deck you are using for other card tricks, however I have purchased a fancy deck for this that matches the presentation nicely. As I personally don’t do a huge amount of other card magic, it fits into my close-up case nicely. The size, weight and quality of the coins is excellent. I like this, and it’ll be staying in my set.
I agree with others, it would be nice if you guys would do a run of different value card coins and perhaps a few different messages for varying the presentation a little. Regardless, keep up the good work!
paulmc –
MAGIC! International Brotherhood of Magicians.
On-line review, written by John Teo.
“The Lucky Coin” is based on a classic trick/gag about locating the chosen card with a coin. Luca Volpe and Paul McCaig have improved upon it in the following ways:
The coin used is not an ordinary coin, but a specially minted “lucky” coin with a celtic design, so that it creates a mystery to the audience the moment the coin is introduced;
The image of the chosen card is embossed on the coin, instead of the old method of sticking a picture of a miniature card underneath the coin. Moreover, the embossed image is that of a full card, not merely the abbreviation of “three of heart” comprising a 3 and the symbol of the heart. This somehow makes the revelation on the coin more powerful;
Another coin is included with the word “BELIEVE” embossed on the back of it, to be used in another effect.
A third coin is also provided. This one has nothing inscribed underneath it. This can be used to switch for either the card or the word coin so that the revelation will seem even more magical.
A full routine looks like this. A specially minted coin is introduced to a spectator as a “lucky” coin. It has a special celtic design on one side and nothing on the other. It is fully examined by a spectator.
A card is selected by a spectator and shuffled back into the deck. The deck is spread face downwards on the table and the spectator places the “lucky” coin anywhere on the spread. The 3 or 4 cards covered by the coin are isolated from the spread. The spectator further decides which of these cards to rest the coin on. The performer says that underneath the coin will be the spectator’s selected card. The other cards are turned over to show that none of them is the selected card. But when the card underneath the coin is turned over, it too, is not the chosen card. The performer turns over the coin to show that, what he meant was, the identity of the card is now found inscribed on the coin! The spectator had examined it previously and there was nothing engraved underneath the coin.
The coin is then placed onto a spectator’s palm, and she closes her fingers over it, hiding the coin inside her fist. She is asked to think about something that she desires to achieve in her lifetime, and to close her eyes. As she concentrates on the coin held in her closed fist, she can feel that the coin is becoming warmer. When she opens her eyes and takes the coin from her fist, the word “BELIEVE” is now embossed underneath the coin – the original image of her selected card is no longer there. The coin tells her that her desire can be achieved if she believes! What a motivational message for her.
You receive the 3 coins that come an antique finish look. They are specially minted in lead-free pewter. This means the coins will not tarnish, rust or corrode over time.
You also receive a small velvet pouch to carry the coin(s) in. You have to supply your own deck of cards. You are provided with an online link to a well-produced instructional video.
In the video, Luca discusses the various possibilities:
Perform the full 3-phase routine, or only one or two of the routines for a shorter act;
An easier way of using the coin is not to show that the back of the coin is empty and has no impression at the beginning;
Using a top change, the card beneath the coin can be magically transformed into the correct chosen card – this gives a double whammy to the card effect.
The coins look professional and mysterious, the effect has comedy as well as an emotional hook (with the revelation of “BELIEVE”), your performance can be made short or longer, and “Lucky Coin” is fairly easy to do. This product is a good investment. (9/10 star rating)