practical joke device

practical joke device is a toy or novelty item.

Overview

Its recorded use is practical joke. Catalogue entries state maker, model, completeness of accessories and condition. VALÉORINE records this subject so that lots referring to it can be described consistently.

In detail

prop or toy intended to confuse, frighten, or amuse individuals as a prank

Sources

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reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia
“Practical joke device”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata
Wikidata, structured authority record Q472134: practical joke device
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