Coin Magic by Jean Hugari

"Coin Magic" by Jean Hugard is a foundational classic in coin magic, first published in 1935. This essential ebook provides magicians with a clear, practical introduction to the art of coin manipulation. Covering the most important palms, transfers, sleights, and routines, it remains a must-have reference for magicians of all levels—from beginners learning their first vanish to professionals seeking to refine their technique.

While not as encyclopedic as Bobo’s Modern Coin Magic, Hugard’s work is celebrated for its clarity, precision, and streamlined teaching style, making it the perfect guide for magicians who want a solid foundation in coin magic without unnecessary complexity.

What’s Inside

• Chapter I: Basic Palms & Changes – French Drop, Thumb Palm, classic changes.
• Chapter II: Coin Tricks Without Apparatus – Coin Through Hat, The Flying Coin.
• Chapter III: Easy Tricks, Flourishes & Catches – Trouser Cuff Vanish, Spinning Coin.
• Chapter IV: Tricks with Faked Coins & Apparatus – The Weeping Coin, The Coin Glass.
• Chapter V: Advanced Sleights, Flourishes & Sleeving – Two Finger Palm, Sleeving from Back of Left Hand.
• Chapter VI: Advanced Tricks – The Sympathetic Coins, Slow Motion Vanish.
• Chapter VII: Special Sleights – Back and Front Palm, Pinch Vanish.
• Chapter VIII: The Miser’s Dream – Full routine, stage presentation, advanced manipulations.

Whether you’re building your foundation or adding depth to your repertoire, Coin Magic by Jean Hugard delivers timeless instruction in sleight of hand, flourishes, vanishes, and classic routines.