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Abbott Magic & Novelty 

A Legacy of Illusion 

Founded in 1934 by Australian magician Percy Abbott in Colon, Michigan, Abbott’s Magic & Novelty Company quickly became a cornerstone of the magic community. Partnering with Recil Bordner, Abbott transformed a modest magic shop into a world-renowned manufacturer of magical apparatus. Their commitment to quality and innovation attracted magicians globally, solidifying Colon’s reputation as the “Magic Capital of the World” .

Abbott’s is celebrated for its handcrafted illusions, including unique silk effects, feather flowers, and wooden props. The company’s dedication to originality and craftsmanship has made its products highly sought after by both professional and amateur magicians.

Today, Abbott’s Magic continues to operate from its original location, preserving the rich heritage of magic and inspiring new generations of performers. The vintage items featured on this page are a testament to the enduring legacy of Abbott’s Magic & Novelty Company. Help us improve-click to report any errors.

Abbott Magic & Novelty Co. Collection

  • Abbott's Magic Canary Cage

    Canary Cage, ca. 1950s

    A live canary instantly appears within the wooden, stencil painted cage. 7 ¼ x 6 ¼ x 5 ¾”.

  • The Lady Vanishes

    The Lady Vanishes

    A “backstage” look into the vanish of a jumbo card, ending with the audience completely fooled.

  • Abbott's Magic Vase of the Genii

    Vase of the Genii, ca. 1945

    Nickel-plated vase into which water is poured. A moment later, a mammoth production of dry paper coils and silk handkerchiefs is made from inside, followed by a bottle of liquor. A live rabbit is then produced from the coiled paper on the floor. Height 15”. Good condition.

  • Hippity-Hop Rabbits

    Hippity-Hop Rabbits

    Stencil-painted set of wooden cut-out rabbits for the popular “sucker” trick popularized by Jack Hughes.

  • Dove Through Glass

    Dove Through Glass

    A live bird passes through a sheet of solid Plexiglas in a decorative wooden holder. Framed Plexiglas panel can be removed from stand and inspected by audience. An uncommon piece from Abbott’s Magic.

  • Abbott's Magic Church Silk Cabby

    Church Silk Cabby

    A small wooden cabinet designed to resemble a church is shown empty all the way through before a large production or vanish of silks is made. Removable steeple, no instructions.

  • Abbott's Magic Bathing Beauty

    Bathing Beauty

    This perennial small apparatus trick focuses on a banner showing a young woman at the seaside. The banner is rolled up and a piece of her costume is removed from the roll. Each time this is done, the banner is unrolled to show the picture of the woman has altered accordingly.

  • Tipsy-Turvy Bottles Abbott’s Magic Novelty

    Tipsy-Turvy Bottles, ca. 1950s

    The spectator's bottle and the magician's are never in sync as the tubes are turned back-and-forth. Mechanical version with metal bottles in chromed tubes.

  • Abbott's Magic Miracle Cage Vanish

    Miracle Cage Vanish, ca. 1960s

    A beautifully made bird cage containing live doves is covered with a cloth and made to vanish. Includes super sonic table base and cloth. Height 31”. A very nice example.

  • Abbott's Magic Billiard Ball Stand

    Billiard Ball Stand, ca. 1950s

    Billiard Ball Stand. Colon, Abbott’s Magic, ca. 1950. Mechanical stand facilitates the production of red billiard balls from mid-air. 17” tall.

  • Cabinet of Foo

    Cabinet of Foo

    A small cabinet on a low stand is shown empty; after its doors have been closed, a substantial production is made from within. Measures approx. 17 x 12 x 10”. Very good condition overall with some visible signs of use and age.

  • Abbott's Magic Talking Skull

    Talking Skull, ca. 1970s

    Imitation skull raps out answers to questions, once for yes, twice for no. Grant-style gimmick.