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Maro, Edwin (Walter Truman Best). Maro’s Silver Coin Tray. Circa 1900. Specially fabricated tray allows the magician to secretly add a quantity of coins to those on top of the tray when they are poured in to the waiting hand of a spectator. Oval design, 11 ½ x 8". With a postcard in Karl Germain’s hand stating, “This tray is one of a few keepsakes I have from our late lamented “Maro.” It is for the Detroit Banker,” one of his best tricks and one which I think will suit you admirably.” On the reverse is the statement, “This is indeed Karl Germain’s handwriting – addressed to his old friend and rival Maro. Stuart Cramer.”