Magic-Oid's Memorial Space
In magic, when a magician dies, a wand is broken at the graveside. It is one of the oldest and most beautiful traditions in the art. This is our version of that ceremony — a place where magicians who've passed are still part of the village.
When a magician passes, two things happen. The community mourns. And the family is left with a room full of things they don't understand — props, books, gimmicks, rare items — things that look like junk but might be treasure.
The Broken Wand is here for both.
A memorial space to honour the magician. And practical help — AI-powered identification and valuation of their collection, connected to trusted dealers who buy fairly. No vultures. No "I'll take the lot for £200" merchants. The community is watching.
Our service to the community and their family.
This is what the village does. Memorial pages, AI valuations, dealer connections — this is our service. Optional donations welcome, but never required.
Got a room full of props? Books? Gimmicks? Photograph them.
Our AI identifies everything and tells you what it's worth.
No charge. No catch. No sign-up. This is what the village does.
Tell us about them
Their name, their story, what they loved about magic. We create a memorial page in the village — a place people can visit.
Photograph the collection
Take photos of what they left behind. Magic-Oid's AI identifies props, books, gimmicks — tells you what things are and what they're worth. No expertise needed.
Connect with trusted dealers
We connect you with dealers the community trusts — people who buy fairly and pay properly. No pressure, no rush, fair prices. The community sees the listings, so nobody gets ripped off.
The collection finds good homes
Their props go to magicians who'll use them. Their books go to people who'll read them. Their legacy lives on in the hands of people who understand what they had.
June 1, 1939 — August 8, 2017
A Yale Divinity graduate, philosopher, and one of the 100 most influential magicians of the 20th century. Eugene served as Dean of the Magic & Mystery School until his passing. He taught that magic is transformation — and that you are the agent of transformation in your own life.
Author of The Performance of Close-Up Magic, The Experience of Magic, Strange Ceremonies, and Mystery School (co-authored with Jeff McBride). Academy of Magical Arts Lecturer of the Year. Close-Up Magician of the Year. FISM Special Award for Magic Theory.
"All magic is about transformation... the performance magician is telling you that you are the magician in your own life. You are the agent of transformation, your own transformation."
— Eugene Burger
"The house of magic has many rooms."
— Eugene Burger
His wisdom lives on in every student who learns that they are the magician in their own life.
Every community has two kinds of buyers. The ones who show up with a van and £200 for a lifetime's collection. And the ones who pay properly, know what things are worth, and treat the family with respect.
If you're the second kind, this is your space. Families who come here will see your name, your reputation, and know you're trusted by the community.
What you get:
The deal is simple: Buy fairly. Treat families with respect. The community sees everything. Your reputation is your currency.
Become a Trusted Dealer — £97/yearSame as Masters Row. Founders lock in £97/yr forever. Regular price £295/yr.
Services personally used and recommended. Not adverts. Real experience.
Lytham St Annes, Lancashire
Simple, dignified, affordable cremation. £1,300 — includes collection (even from Bristol), storage, cremation, and delivery of ashes. Average UK cremation costs £3,000–£4,000+.
"They looked after my Dad Peter, Jane's Mum Sheila, and Barry. They were amazing the whole time." — Chris P Tee
Don't know what something is? Don't know what it's worth? Take a photo.
Magic-Oid identifies magic props. SpicyLister generates eBay-ready listings with titles, descriptions, conditions, and price estimates. Upload a photo, get an answer. No expertise required.
Leave a message. Share a memory. Light a candle.
Guest book opening soon. For now, visit the village and say hello.
Optional donations welcome. Never required.
If you'd like to support the work, these are the people behind it. Only if it feels right.