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.

Now to transfer the coin from the first to middle finger, first lower and raise the middle finger so that it pinches the side of the coin flipping it over from first to middle finger.

Repeat this action with the next finger so that the coin flips on to it.

With the coin balanced on the finger next to the little finger. Place little finger on top of the coin and slide the coin under your fingers far enough along so that you can grip it with your thumb.

The thumb can then continue sliding the coin around on to the top of the first finger again. You can then repeat the cycle as many times as you like.

Tips : The only way to get this trick up to speed is practice. You are sure to drop the coin several times, this is normal. Practice doing the move over a soft surface such as paper or cloth. This should cut down on the noise of the coin falling and help stop it from rolling away.

Try tilting your hand at a slight angle when flipping the coin from finger to finger, to help gravity assist you in flipping the coin.