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Lot 52

DEBIERE, Arnold (1878 – 1934). DeBiere's Mechanical Coin Sh...

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

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DEBIERE, Arnold (1878 ? 1934). DeBiere's Mechanical Coin Shooter. London: Jon Martin, ca. 1930. Bench-made aluminum mechanism with wrist strap which launches coins one at a time into the magician's waiting hand by shooting them down his sleeve once pressure on a spring-loaded plate has been exerted by the performer through fabric of his coat. Painted white with flesh-colored accent to the sleeve guard. All elements hand-made by Martin including the screws and closure mechanism for the wrist strap. Approximately 8 ? x 1 ? x 1 ?". Good working condition, though showing signs of wear to finish from repeated professional use. A RARE Martin-made item and the first of its type we have offered.