Magicana of the Golden Age
Sat, Jun 20, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 268
Silk Vanishing Pistol.
Estimate: $350 - $700
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Silk Vanishing Pistol. Circa 1900. A borrowed handkerchief rammed into the funnel attached to the pistol vanishes when the trigger is pulled. It later reappears elsewhere. Antique percussion pistol with nickel-plated funnel attachment and gimmick, length 10 1/4". Gimmicked cup a loose fit.
Overall Dimensions
Weight: 4.00 lbs
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