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Which is Larger | Mind Blowing Illusion Trick

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Sale price$12.71 Regular price $14.95

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All standard orders normally ship within 1 business day.

Custom orders normally ship within 2 business days.

Description

3 pieces are arranged next to each other. Can you determine which one is larger? It seems pretty easy. BUT, change the order of the pieces…. Is the one you chose still the largest?

It’s a mind blowing illusion because although the pieces appear to be quite differently sized, they are actually all the same! Whichever of the pieces is on the right will appear largest. The piece on the left will appear smallest.

You can probably envision the fun you might have messing with your friends and family with this one.

This model is made from Maple, nicely finished and deeply laser engraved. The wood is ¼” thick and cut along the grains so very strong. This model has a fiddling mouse, dancing ducks and a dancing pigs lasered on the pieces.

The economy version is made from floorboard material. It is the same physical size as the premium version. It is also laser engraved. It has letters to identify the 3 pieces. It uses a single color floorboard material, though the color may change a bit depending on what I have available.

This puzzle is based on a paper puzzle from the 1930’s or 40’s that I bought at auction. I had so much fun with it I had to make it…. You can see that original at the end of the video.

Made in our Hudson Florida shop.
You can view a video on this puzzle bu cutting and pasting this link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZwR8hyCYyw

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Product Specifications

Dimensions
4.0 × 2.0 × 0.25
Materials
Wood
Age Range
Kids (6-8 years), Tweens (9-12 years), Teens (13-18 years), Adults (18+ years), Seniors (65+ years)
What's Included
Which is larger pieces (3), Instructions sheet (1)
Cognitive Benefits
Dementia and Alzheimer’s
Gift Occasions
Christmas, Birthday, Holidays, Corporate, Stocking Stuffer, Back to School
Personalization Available
Yes
Category
Magic Trick
Availability
In Stock

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Did you know we can add a custom laser engraving to every puzzle and game? Well, we can. Add a personal touch to your gift with a name or message.

Personalized laser engraving

a puzzle being laser engraved with personalized text by creative crafthouse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Which is Larger illusion?

It is a wooden optical illusion trick with three pieces placed side by side. At a glance you try to judge which piece is the largest, but the trick is built to fool your eye.

How does the illusion work?

Although the three pieces look like different sizes, they are actually all the same size. Whichever piece sits on the right appears largest, and the piece on the left appears smallest. Change the order and your answer changes too.

Are the three pieces really identical?

Yes. All three pieces are the same size. The arrangement is what fools your sense of which one is biggest.

What versions are available?

There are two versions. The premium model is made from maple, nicely finished and deeply laser engraved. The economy version is made from floorboard material at the same physical size and is also laser engraved.

What is it made of and how big is it?

The premium model uses maple that is 1/4 inch thick and cut along the grain so it is very strong. The economy version uses single color floorboard material, and the exact color can vary based on what is in stock.

What images are on the pieces?

The premium version has a fiddling mouse, dancing ducks, and a dancing pig laser engraved on the pieces. The economy version uses letters to identify the three pieces.

Is there a video?

Yes. A short video demonstrates the illusion so you can see the effect before you try it yourself.

Who is this good for?

It is a fun desk or coffee table piece and a lighthearted way to surprise friends and family who think they can trust their eyes.

What is the history behind it?

It is based on a paper puzzle from the 1930s or 1940s that we found and bought at auction. We enjoyed it so much that we made our own wooden version.

Can I personalize the Which is Larger illusion?

Yes. The Which is Larger illusion can be personalized with a custom laser engraving. Add a name, date, or short message when you order. See our laser engraving page for details and examples. For a custom logo or artwork, request a quote for custom work.

Where is it made?

It is handcrafted in our Hudson, Florida shop by Creative Crafthouse.

How fast does it ship?

Standard orders ship from our Florida workshop within 1 business day. Personalized orders ship within 2 business days.