Mephisto's Firecracker. New Haven: Petrie & Lewis (P&L), ca. 1939. A large burning firecracker vanishes from a nickel-plated case, and in its place appears a vanished American flag. The cracker reappears hanging from the back of an audience volunteer, then explodes with a loud bang in his hands. Length 7". With original accessories, including fuses, loading pins, caps, and cloth bag. Some wear from use. An uncommon P&L prop (the smaller Ching Soo Firecracker is much more commonly encountered).