Why Linking Coins One by One Is a Mistake

Most magicians link coins onto a ribbon one at a time. It’s a good trick, but it can feel slow. If you try to link two coins at once without the right technique, you usually end up fumbling or looking clumsy in front of your friends.

Making the Magic Look Instant

When you link two coins at the same time, it stops being a "trick" and starts looking like real magic. It’s a visual punch that catches people off guard. You go from having nothing on the ribbon to having two coins trapped on it in a split second. It looks clean, professional, and much more impressive than doing it twice.

How to Master the Double Visual Link

In this lesson, you’ll learn how to manage four coins to make this effect work. Yago Turia breaks down the finger palm position you need to hold the secret coins ready. He shows you how to prep the ribbon loop so the coins actually stay on when you "link" them.

You’ll get two ways to do this. There is a seated method where you use your lap to hide the extra coins. There is also a stand-up version that uses a clever toss. Imagine tossing a coin toward a ribbon and having it instantly thread itself right next to another one—that's the moment your audience will remember.

About Yago Turia

Yago Turia is an expert at making difficult close-up moves look smooth and natural. He focuses on the small details, like exactly where a coin should sit in your hand, so you don't have to guess if you're doing it right.

What You'll Learn

• How to hold two coins in a finger palm for a clean, one-by-one release
• The exact way to prep the ribbon loop using your thumb and index finger
• The "Lapping Method" for when you are sitting at a table
• The "Stand-up Method" using a toss-and-catch move
• A specific practice drill using a pen to help you get your timing perfect
• How to end "clean" so people can inspect the ribbon and coins immediately

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the toss move too hard to learn?
It takes some practice to get the timing right. Yago shows you a drill using a pen or a stick that makes it much easier to learn before you try it with the ribbon.

Do I need special coins for this?
You need coins with holes in the middle (like Chinese coins) and a standard ribbon. No magnets or tape are required.

How do I know if my finger palm is correct?
Yago explains that the best way is to try releasing one coin at a time. If you can release the bottom coin without dropping the top one, you’ve got the right grip.

Can I do this if I'm standing up and surrounded?
Yes. The "Stand-up Method" is designed for exactly that situation. It doesn't rely on a table or hiding things in your lap.