Crystal Coin Casket. British, ca. 1880. A stage effect modeled on the trick popularized by Robert-Houdin. A rectangular wooden box with six glass panels framed in embossed gilt decorative brass, with ring handles at either short side is suspended from short, braided cords. The magician vanishes several silver coins which instantly and visibly reappear in the casket, which has been on display throughout the performance. 9 ? x 4 ? x 6 ??. Minor rubbing and wear to exterior; spring-loaded mechanism in good working order. The first example we have seen in this form.