Definition & Meaning of "French drop"

What is the "French drop"?

The French drop is a classic sleight-of-hand trick used in magic to make a small object, such as a coin, appear to vanish from one hand and reappear in another. In this trick, the magician holds the object in one hand and, with a smooth, practiced motion, makes it "disappear" by transferring it to the other hand or pocket while keeping the audience’s attention diverted. The trick relies on precise hand movements and misdirection to create the illusion of the object vanishing, showcasing the magician's skill in creating seemingly impossible effects with simple gestures.