Crystal Card Casket

This effect was inspired by the “Crystal Casket” illusion by William E. Robinson, better known as Chung Ling Soo.

The Effect:

A blank card is signed by the spectator and sealed in a clear plastic box.  The box remains in full view at all times.  A Queen is then shown and placed in the spectator’s hands.  When the spectator opens his hands, the border and indices of the card are still there, but the image of the Queen has vanished.  The box is opened to reveal that the missing printing is now on the previously blank signed card.

Disclaimer: This effect requires custom-printed gaff cards. Instructions are provided for making simple and inexpensive versions. However, knowledge of and experience in card-splitting and/or other techniques for creating/printing custom-made gaff cards are recommended if a professional quality card is desired.

A ready-made version is also available.