Radio Simplex Gazing Ball ("Mecanno") FG Thayer

Radio Simplex Gazing Ball (a/k/a “Meccano”). Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1930. A chromed metal ball (5” diam.) into which the mind-reader gazes, cleverly constructed so as to conceal the answe

Vanishing Radio. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, 1940s. A solid and sturdy wooden radio, its dial alight, with music playing, is covered by a cloth and lifted from the table. The cloth is flung in the air;

Multiplying Billiard Balls. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1930. Group of fourteen finely turned wooden billiard balls painted in various colors, with two red shells. Ten balls and three shells 1 5/8"

Multiplying Billiard Balls. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer and others, ca. 1930s. Fifteen solid balls comprising at least three complete sets of the popular stage trick in which solid wooden balls multiply

Coin in a Ball of Yarn. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1940. A marked coin is discovered inside two nested, locked metal boxes, which are wrapped in a ball of yarn – which is inside two nested, hardw

Coin in a Ball of Yarn. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1940. A marked coin is discovered inside two nested, locked metal boxes, which are wrapped in a ball of yarn- which is inside two nested, hardwood

Approximately 18" tall and beautifully stenciled in traditional red, black and gold. Very, very rare, with rubber "two-way" hinges. Operates perfectly. Show both sides of the screen at any time, yet p

An original Thayer masterpiece and extremely rare. Operates flawlessly. A free-standing miniature door (approximately 16" tall) is openly displayed and may be examined. As the performer summons spirit

Created by Okito. A box is seen resting on the seat of a solid oak chair. The box is opened and another smaller box is removed. Both boxes are shown empty then a gigantic production of items ensues, i

Eli's Die Box. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1920. Handsome turned hardwood box allows the magician to control the roll of three fair dice, no matter how vigorously the box is shaken. 2 ½" diameter.

Gazing ball is amethyst. Piece sits on a gold toned base with 3 unicorn structures connected by circular shape. When put together piece measures approx 5 inches tall 3.5 inches wide. Amethyst, amethys

Continental, gazing ball on stand, gilt metal, marble, slate, mercury glass, 10.5"dia x 15"h. Provenance: Property from the Collection of Governor Jim Thompson, Chicago, Illinois

From Thayer catalog #8 (1936): “The performer sets an alarm clock ringing and places it on a tray which is held by the assistant. Another assistant enters the opposite side of the stage with a tray

Private Pat. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1942. A doughboy-themed version of the Bonus Genius vanishing doll. Complete with two figures and tent (often lacking) from which the doughboy vanishes. Doll

A 3 inch dark walnut ball is seen threaded on a stout cord, with turned walnut handles at each end. The ball is shown to freely slide vertically on the cord, until the magician or an audience member c

(3) WINGED GRIFFON BRONZE MOUNT (HAS PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWS) WITH POLISHED SOLID GLASS BALL 53/4" X 4 1/2"

Two Slat Card Frames. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, 1940s. Including a jumbo and standard example, which change, vanish, or produce cards inside, visible through the slatted openings. The larger 8”

A skeleton wood box atop a turned pedestal is shown empty and covered with a handkerchief. When it is removed, the box is filled with a large red and white die, approximately 5 inches square. Die may

A neat walnut humidor box is shown. Reaching into the air, the magician produces 20 or more cigarettes with his bare hand, each cigarette being dropped into the humidor, which may be emptied and shown

Card Star. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1925. Five selected cards appear on the points of this star when the pack is thrown at it. Gesso-covered wooden star with turned wooden column and base, painte

1960S SPORTS CAR RADIO BALL BEARING PEDAL CAR: Great looking light grey car with red and white detailing, horn and fancy hub caps. Measures approximately 19" h x 35" l x 17" w.

a 4 1/2" diameter clear ball on fancy trefoil footed stand decorated with swans and swags of chain, overall 14" tall.

From the golden days of magic. Expertly constructed in typical Thayer style. Circa 1940. A real, full-size alarm clock visibly appears, ringing, within the previously empty frame. A true keepsake and

a rare Pair of Antique Victorian Mercury Glass Gazing Balls, some spoting, very good condition, 10 inches tall