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Sugar basin for use in the coffee trick

Originally nickel plated, this is a sugar basin as used in the coffee trick. In this trick the magician shows that a coffee pot, milk jug and sugar basin are empty. Then, using a little magic, the pot fills with coffee, the jug with milk and the basin with sugar. The hot drink can then be shared with the audience. For the complete trick see Ref. no. N235.

Item Details

Size Total height 100mm.
Date Early 20th century.
Key Phrases ,
Category
Ref no N1255