This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/25/2020
Gaffed Second Dealing Faro Box Owned by John Scarne. Chicago: A. Ball & Bro., ca. 1910s. German silver faro dealing shoe marked by Ball & Bro. to underside of top plate. 4 x 3 x 1 ¾”. Green felt underside. Accompanied by a typed note of provenance from the former owner, stating that the box was owned by magician and gambling authority John Scarne, further noting that the subtle gimmick on this example was “admired” by magician Al Flosso, and that there was at one time a standing $1,000 offer to any person who could detect the secret.