Ramon Galindo Advertising Token. Austin, Texas: Ace Custom Tailors, ca. 1980s–90s.
From the collection of Johnny Thompson, sold at auction by Potter & Potter. A circular advertising token for Ramon Galindo (1921–2020), accomplished magician, celebrated bird performer, and master tailor who created specialized costumes for magicians including Harry Blackstone Sr., Zaney Blaney, and Bev Bergeron. The obverse depicts a magician producing a dove beneath the inscription “Tailor for Magicians—40 Years.” The reverse advertises Galindo's Austin business, Ace Custom Tailors, specializing in magical tails, topits, and tuxedos. Galindo was honored by the Texas Association of Magicians in 2009 for his longstanding contributions to the organization and his preservation of magic history. Light wear and toning consistent with age. Very good condition. Accompanied by a certificate of provenance documenting its association with the Johnny Thompson collection.
Ramon Galindo Advertising Token. Austin, Texas: Ace Custom Tailors, ca. 1980s–90s.
From the collection of Johnny Thompson, sold at auction by Potter & Potter. A circular advertising token for Ramon Galindo (1921–2020), accomplished magician, celebrated bird performer, and master tailor who created specialized costumes for magicians including Harry Blackstone Sr., Zaney Blaney, and Bev Bergeron. The obverse depicts a magician producing a dove beneath the inscription “Tailor for Magicians—40 Years.” The reverse advertises Galindo's Austin business, Ace Custom Tailors, specializing in magical tails, topits, and tuxedos. Galindo was honored by the Texas Association of Magicians in 2009 for his longstanding contributions to the organization and his preservation of magic history. Light wear and toning consistent with age. Very good condition. Accompanied by a certificate of provenance documenting its association with the Johnny Thompson collection.
