Coin Roll Knuckle Trick

A quick tutorial to demonstrate the deceptively easy coin roll sleight where a coin is continually rolled between the knuckles. This coin flourish is commonly seen being used by magicians and even by poker players using poker chips.

Preparation : There is little preparation required other than choosing the right size and weight of coin to perform the trick. The flipping of the coin from finger to finger is assisted by gravity and so a coin with a little weight such as a silver half dollar can help produce a smooth flowing movement.

Method : Start with a coin balanced on your thumb pad and slide the coin onto your first finger at the part of the finger nearest the knuckle. The hand should be held so that the finger joints that are balancing the coin are facing horizontally upwards.