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1121  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] 2013 Casascius 0.5 "Half" Bitcoin "Right off the Roll" Prices LOWERED! on: July 24, 2014, 09:34:42 AM
I can't wait to get my first coins in and send them off to have them graded.  Yankee was excellent to work with.  Hopefully, he will want to buy one of my new MS-70 2013 Casascius 0.5 when I get it back from ANACS  Grin .

I will buy all your MS-70's for sure!

Maybe ICG MS70 but not ANACS MS70 Tongue

I am a complete noob so don't hate when I ask: what's the difference? ICG has higher requirements?

Actually the opposite.  Coins that I've never seen in MS68s and 69s from ANACS, I've seen in those grades from ICG.  

I am new to coins as well so thanks for the information. I am staying away from EBay (for now) and sticking with tusted members here for coins. I have done some research on them so I am not a complete neophyte, but have much more to learn. I think this could be the start of a bad habit.

I know I am not a legit collector until I get a 2011 error which I am working on.

To learn more about Casascius coins, I invite everyone to read my ebook categorizing them all; its very educational. it is found at www.coinfirm.org (free). Yankee himself helped me out with it.
1122  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] CASASCIUS BEARER BAR S2 hologram on: July 24, 2014, 09:32:01 AM
Hi,
Of what material is this made of? Sorry for the question, but i didnt saw in your post nothing about material.
BR,
Gondel

You can find a full guide of Casascius items in the ebook found on this site   
www.coinfirm.org
1123  Economy / Collectibles / Re: WTS 2013 Casascius Silver Bitcoin with Gold B (1 BTC) Funded on: July 22, 2014, 06:40:27 PM
Elianite has more of a history/story PDF about them but I don't have that link.

You will find it at www.coinfirm.org

Enjoy!
1124  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [Selling] New Crypto Imperator Dogecoin Physical coins! 5% off! on: July 22, 2014, 03:56:00 PM
I have a couple numbers including #99 I might auction it at some point.
1125  Bitcoin / Project Development / Re: 6 Bitcoins & 2 Ounces of fine Gold in Bounty – Submission Deadline 31st August on: July 21, 2014, 05:50:42 PM
I present to you the most secure physical Bitcoin ever designed: The Double Universal.

It is Luxury. It is Power. It is Symbol.

The Double Universal has it all.





The rim (A) is normal, shiny gold, encircling the work of art. The outer rim has an unseen binary code spelling out “January 3rd, 2009”, the date of the Genesis Block. A matte gold base highlights the shiny raised Latin text, “Strength in Numbers”(B), in between which is a number: Five.  5 BTC.(C) Four arrows on the coin appear as those of a compass leading the way for universal adoption, but also hold a greater significance. This arrow containing the Bitcoin amount is the highest, pointing to the astronomical trend of it and other digital currencies, figuratively all the way up to the North Star. Contrasted with it is the downward arrow (D), which has the text “2 ozt 999 Au”. Though having near equal value to its sky-high counterpart at the time of the coins inception, the arrow signifies the declining importance of gold in the future of wealth, pointing it back towards the ground from which it was dug out.
In the Center of the coin is a beautiful scene; the incorruptible bitcoin is shown amidst the Earth, Moon, and stars. To the left (E), is an arrow as if a rewind button with the year ‘2009’. A small triangle symbolized the initial idea of, the completion of, and the presenting of the Bitcoin Whitepaper by Satoshi Nakamoto while the year signifies the beginning of the Bitcoin Era as the first block was mined. Next, one can imagine pressing the opposing fast-forward button (F) to visit the year 2140 when the last block will be mined. The great Bitcoin transition will be complete, with all 21 million Bitcoin remaining for eternity as signified by the infinity symbol following the year.
Now we zoom out to view the entire face, where three major constellations each bearing seven stars poke out as intrusions to the mirror-like gold surface. They add up to 21, with each star symbolizing 1 million Bitcoins. As the stars, the incorruptible code will outlive this planet. As such the meaning of the lower text (H) becomes apparent: Universal Currency.



On the BACK of the coin, you will find the standard information of year; hand engraved serial number, company name and ‘5 BITCOIN’ denomination, all separated by circuits to symbolize computers and mining which power Bitcoin. The hologram is where things start to get special:
The Hologram itself is the most secure ever created. It contains the popular safety feature of having a private key ‘window’, but it goes much farther than that. There are two more windows, showing both the Denomination AND serial number so they can be compared to those written on the coin. This takes away the possibility of someone somehow obtaining another hologram and using it. The hologram also features LASER RIMMING which has been utilized by Casascius and Lealana for some of the most premium coins. The Hologram features a prominent chain to symbolize the blockchain which holds everything together and protects private keys and balances within it.
Hologram colors: B is pure gold, and private key windows are gold-like. The area inside the Blockchain is mostly black, with gold sparkles and purple and red/yellow undertones. The Laser rimming is golden and blends in with the metal.

There is also an EASTER EGG under the hologram. If one redeems the coin they may find under hologram two circles of currency symbols. In the outer circles every major world currency; Dollar, Yen, Euro, Pound, Ruble is represented, and another circle with the signs of various alt-coins. A Bitcoin symbol reigns supreme in the middle. None compare with Bitcoin, and are buried underneath it's private key.

FRONT
Gold in text section is MATTE, with text being raised and POLISHED.
The face is POLISHED, with the B, Earth, and Moon in MATTE.
Compass arrows are POLISHED
BACK
POLISHED, except for raised MATTE letters and under the hologram for grip.

Presentation:
The coin will be presented in the standard Coinographic box, but with a twist! There will be a certificate card which will have an identical hologram attached in the middle, so as to make it visible when the box is open (so one can admire both the art and the hologram). The first bits are blank on the hologram, so it cannot be used for fraud. The denomination and serial number however are visible in the windows of the 2nd hologram, as to confirm the certificate belongs to the coin and is original. There is also a gold thread placed inside the hologram so it wraps around the card. For extra luxury, this could be replaced by a real gold chain!
In the box, the coin arrives in a classy black slab that can be opened by the buyer.





*There are many smaller features and prints that can be added to the hologram, but are impractical to do by hand. I envision much more smaller things in it in practice. I may also decide to change the binary text on the outer rim. also lastly; don't be stealing my ideas Wink
1126  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] Unloaded Casascius 5btc coins 2012 on: July 21, 2014, 11:48:22 AM
pics please

posted!
1127  Bitcoin / Project Development / Re: 6 Bitcoins & 2 Ounces of fine Gold in Bounty – Submission Deadline 31st August on: July 20, 2014, 09:50:35 AM
Cranky4u, Photoshop.

thnks...might have a play in there too using the current draft versions of my coin submission

I think I will submit a hand drawn version, atleast initially
1128  Economy / Collectibles / [WTS] Unloaded Casascius 5btc coins 2012 on: July 20, 2014, 08:22:15 AM
I have some unloaded blank 2012 5BTC coins made by Casascius. They are in excellent condition.

0.1BTC each shipped

 bulk discounts availible

1129  Bitcoin / Project Development / Re: 6 Bitcoins & 2 Ounces of fine Gold in Bounty – Submission Deadline 31st August on: July 20, 2014, 06:55:21 AM
Is there anyone here that hasn't put up a new design but will post an entry soon?

Me; I will be posting something soon. still working on it.
1130  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTB/WTS] Casascius Holo Error / Collectible Marketplace on: July 19, 2014, 02:55:09 PM
Id like to take this opportunity to formally present my Casascius eBook to the collector community:

The Coinfirm Casascius Guide v1.  

It's 31 pages, detailing all the coins produced by Casascius. There are photos, mintage and circulation numbers, stats, and interesting insights, history, explanations and comments on almost every page. You are GUARANTEED to learn something new!

This book is essentially the 1st chapter in what will be a much larger work detailing ALL physical Bitcoins, Litecoins, Dogecoins and all others. It is currently projected at 130+ pages, and will feature all available information on every collectible crypto-themed coin and bar released by anyone. In the future, there will also be an easily navigable gallery on the site to view the information.

You can find the eBook as a free PDF on my new site: www.coinfirm.org
*please let me know if you are unable to open it and i can post other formats.

Book thread here with the same info https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=700021.msg7909325#msg7909325

1131  Alternate cryptocurrencies / Announcements (Altcoins) / Re: [WAC] Official WorldAidCoin Thread on: July 18, 2014, 10:53:52 PM
we've passed 1000 votes
1132  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] RARE Casascius Coins on: July 18, 2014, 10:52:27 PM
This is a really good start to something that could become the encyclopedia of bitcoins! May I ask how you got your data?

Thankyou! It is my goal to make the website the undisputed source for info regarding physical coins. I got a large portion of the circulation data napalm's Bitcoin Analyzer which I have linked in the book. Other info came from around the web, people posting dimensions of the coins on threads, the Casascius blog, measuring and weighing my own coins, and sending requests to some people holding certain coins to get measurements.
The 'highest grade' is simply the highest I could find with a quick Google search (and we can assume those getting the best grades would brag a little online)

Awesome job.  If you havent already, you should give this its own dedicated post.  This could definitely be an official reference guide.

FYI...another user recently did a similar research.  You may wish to check out http://www.spotcoins.com/bitcoin/casascius and cross-check that you both came up with similar information.  One interesting thing is he found there were less than 700 Gold Silver 1 BTC coins made based on the addresses he found.

the thread is found here; but It's not getting much attention Wink
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=700021.msg7909325#msg7909325

Thanks for showing me Spotcoins; I was not aware of that research. Interesting point on the 1btc coins; I simply went with mikes statement that he converted 700 coins into those.


Quick question, if I'm reading your notes correctly if a 2011 1 BTC coin was funded in 2012 you're counting that as a 2012 1 BTC coin? I'm referring to the "*Numbers refer to..." note on page 7 of the PDF.

Thanks!
For this book, I decided to count each physically different coin as an 'individual. That means that if 2011 marked S2 brass coins were founded in both 2011 and 2012, they still count as the 'same coin;, though the year they were respectively funded is shown if known.



Due to the info sources I have, I cannot distinguish between brass coins marked 2011, 2012, and 2013; I can only know the hologram version and date of loading. These numbers therefore assume that no 2011 s2's were founded in 2012, and so fourth, even though Mike is known to have done so with many of his other coins. I will be looking to get more accurate figures for when the 'BIG BOOK' comes out; doing this for EVERY crypto themed coin produced by anyone ever. This book will be essentially 1 (large) chapter in it.
1133  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] RARE Casascius Coins on: July 18, 2014, 02:49:05 PM
Truly amazing coins!

I just wanted to give a shout-out that I have just released a complete eBook guide on Casascius coins, that is yours for free at www.coinfirm.org

enjoy!
1134  Economy / Service Announcements / Check out my free eBook about Casascius coins! First of it's kind! on: July 18, 2014, 02:19:27 PM
Greetings all physical coin collectors!

I have compiled for you the biggest and most complete source on Casascius Physical Bitcoins!

My eBook contains 31 pages, with a page for every unique coin produced by Casascius. There are photos, mintage and circulation numbers, stats, and interesting insights, history, explanations and comments on almost every page. You are GUARANTEED to learn something new!

This book is essentially the 1st chapter in what will be a much larger work detailing ALL physical Bitcoins, Litecoins, Dogecoins and all others. It is currently projected at 130+ pages, and will feature all available information on every collectible crypto-themed coin and bar released by anyone (It too will be free for everyone; but tips are appreciated!). In the future, there will also be an easily navigable gallery on the site to view the information.

You can find the eBook as a PDF on my new site: www.coinfirm.org
*please let me know if you are unable to open it and i can post other formats.

Let me know what you think!


1135  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] Casascius Coin 2011 on: July 17, 2014, 10:08:07 AM
0.99BTC  (shipped)

Please only post if you are interested in buying this coin or have anything to contribute, otherwise just don't waste (your,mine,our,their) time.

I get 1 BTC if I remove the seal myself and don't have to pay for shipping, so why should I waste a satoshi.

My apologies;
1btc and ill cover shipping.
I would intend to have it graded eventually; I welcome higher bids, just trying to start things up again.
1136  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] Casascius Coin 2011 on: July 17, 2014, 09:18:31 AM
0.99BTC  (shipped)
1137  Economy / Collectibles / Re: WTB. 2012 Casascius Coin on: July 17, 2014, 05:14:02 AM
Perhaps not what you are looking for; but I have unfunded 2012 5btc coins
accepting offers Smiley
1138  Alternate cryptocurrencies / Announcements (Altcoins) / Re: [WAC] Official WorldAidCoin Thread on: July 17, 2014, 03:21:05 AM
We are about to get 4th spot in rankings, have been rising very fast in rankings. all help appreciated!
1139  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] Casascius Coin 2011 on: July 17, 2014, 03:10:38 AM
can anyone make out the firstbits?
this would be interesting to buy if you want to have the honor of peeling one of these.
1140  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [WTS] Blank 5 BTC 2012 Casascius Coins - RIGHT-OFF-THE-ROLL! on: July 16, 2014, 10:23:46 AM
morning bump
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