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Martinka Auction 34 begins January 19thThis auciton will be a shelf sale of books, paper and more. All items will be sold without reserves. There will be a nice variety of items all priced to sell. Consignments are not being accepted for this sale. However, we will return to our regular auction format in February and are seeking quality consignments for that auction. Please contact us asap if you have items to include.
Martinka Auction XXXIII - November 24th
Our next auction will begin on November 24th and will be one that you won't want to miss. Some highlights include a Robert Houdin glass column mystery clock (est. $18,000+), A Robert Houdin Souvenir Fan (est. $4,000+) and Houdini's locked book. You will also find a wide variety of books, apparatus and paper with some nice posters added to the mix. Many of the items will be sold without reserve.
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Martinka's Collector's Reference Center
We are currently working on a new software program that will enable collector's to research and value the items that they collect. We will make an announcement once it is complete. Please email us to be notified.
COMING SOON
Martinka's Mephisto
The Mephisto or Satyr's Head Trick can be found featured in Martinka catalogs from the late 1800s. We currently have a Mephisto in development that will be unlike any other. Just twelve will be made and several are already spoken for. More details will be released as we approach completion of this very special project.
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Martinka's Magic Stamp Lithographer
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For the first time in over 50 years, Martinka & Co. is again manufacturing magic. The first release in our "Limited" series is a miniature money maker that magically turns paper into postal stamps. This beautiful piece is handcrafted of select walnut, with painted accents, lead crystal and an embedded Martinka token. Just 36 will be made as a limited and numbered edition. One would make a handsome addition to your desk or magic collection. These are offered for $260 Postpaid in the US (add $10 for foreign).
Martinka Magic Auction XXIX
May 12, 2008
This will be a special auction that includes a choice set of items that have been selected due to rarity, uniqueness or value.
We will also have the June Auction in our standard format and will be making an announcement shortly about a nice collection that will be included!
Please call us as soon as possible if you have items that you would like to include in either, (201-444-7576) space is limited.
Martinka Live on News 12
On April 1st, News 12 setup a live feed from our shop and featured our antics throughout the day. We were able to let millions of viewers know that we are looking for vintage magic, maybe some interesting items will surface!
Martinka Featured in the Bergen Record and Health & Life Magazine
We had two nice stories written about the business in January and March, both included color photos. We believe the articles are responsible at least in part for the surge of new auction registrants we are seeing.
Martinka Sponsors Mindfreak H2On October 31st, a totally tricked out Hummer H2 will be unvieled at the SEMA auto industry trade show in Las Vegas. Martinka was pleased to be part of this unprecedented project. Criss Angel will be on hand to introduce this magic themed vehicle on Halloween and then the magical H2 will be scheduled for appearances throughout the country. The vehicle was created by RealWheels Accessories in order to showcase thier unique products. You can read more about it HERE.
Tenyo 2007 Products
We are now accepting orders for the five new effects in the Tenyo 2007 line. You can view the products and order HERE.
Martinka Magic Featured on News 12
The crew from News 12 just paid us a visit and included a nice feature on us in the evening news. On Monday we were also mentioned on the front page of the Star Ledger. Local interest in magic is on the rise. If in the Northern New Jersey area, please plan to visit our shop. Call 201-444-7576 for hours and directions.
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Forbes has featured an article on collecting magic and gives Martinka a nice mention. You can read the piece
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HOUDINI FACTS
* Houdiniwas president of Martinka & Co. in 1919.
* October 31st, 2001 marked the 75th anniversary of Houdini's death.
* And you'll find more information about Harry here...
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THE MUSEUM OF MAGIC
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Antique Magic Sets
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We are always buying used and old magic itemsand pay top prices. If you have a vintage magic trick,magic book,magic photo,magic poster, antique toyor even an entire magic collection, please contact us. We can make you an offer or just help you determine the value.
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NJ News 12
Onsite Live Broadcast
April 2008
Life & Health Magazine
Feature Story
April 2007
The Record
Feature Story
January 2007
NJ News 12
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August 2006
Forbes.com
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Maine Antique Digest
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Farmer's Almanac
2002 Edition
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MAGIC Magazine
Jan. 2001
Cover Story
Linking Ring
Jan. 2001 Article
Wall Street Journal
Dec. 2000 Front Page Feature
Martha Stewart Living
Oct. 1999
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New York Magazine
Sept. 1999 Recommended Source
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Martinka Book
We are doing research for a book on the Martinka Company. Please let us know if you have any stories, info, paper or tricks pertaining to the Martinka, Flosso, and Hornmann Magic companies or the people behind them. Thank You. Please email us.
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