BTC The Times 03 Jan 2009 BTC
Greetings Bitcointalkers and collectibles aficionados,
Today, I have the bitter sweet honor of offering you the highly sought after Genesis Block Newspaper, one (1) complete, authentic, original copy of The London Times from 03 Jan 2009 emblazoned w/ the infamous headline "Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks".
Full paper w/ inserts is stored in archival grade polyester protective covering and comes with archival grade box for truly cold storage (but keep it @ room temp.) of this prized relic. Proof of purchase from UK Historic-Newspapers is provided and pictured below, I believe I obtained one of their last copies in mid-2013.
Content courtesy of Bittburger from
https://www.thetimes03jan2009.com/:
On January 3, 2009 the first event on the Bitcoin block chain occurred. Its founder placed an important notation indicating the intent behind what he had just created. The London Times ran a cover story entitled “Chancellor on Brink of Second Bailout for Banks”. This title was quoted and embedded into the very first transaction ever to be included in the new Bitcoin block chain, by Satoshi Nakamoto. The block containing this transaction was called The Genesis Block.
View the Genesis Block Coinbase tx
https://blockchain.info/tx/4a5e1e4baab89f3a32518a88c31bc87f618f76673e2cc77ab2127b7afdeda33b?show_adv=trueWhen Satoshi wrote his comment on the Genesis Block, he picked the title for a reason. It implies the disruptive and revolutionary freedoms associated with financial block chain technologies.
See Wiki on Genesis Block with Newspaper Referenced
https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Genesis_blockNever forget the true meaning of Bitcoin:
Ending the control of Banks and Governments over your Money
CONDITION & PHOTOS:Two further remarks on the condition of the paper. There is a small diagonal tear less than 1/4 in. in length on the top of the right side of the back page, this is the back of the paper if the front page is folded. There are approximately ten (10) small pin-sized holes down the leftmost side of the back page, I believe these are a result of the way the papers are printed/distributed, see photos. Photos taken earlier today, see last 10 characters of the block hash for block #572620.
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Small tear closeup
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BONUS:Sometime during the final week of the auction I will give details about the bonus item which will be included for the winning bidder of this auction. It will not substantially add to the value of the item up for auction, but bidders will agree that it makes for a welcome addition to this item. Photos forthcoming.DONATION:After obtaining the blessing of Mrs. Lyn Ulbricht, I am pleased to share that
10% of the proceeds of this auction will be donated to FreeRoss.org. Following the successful conclusion of the auction this donation will be made in order to further FreeRoss.org's efforts towards obtaining clemency and/or a presidential pardon for Ross Ulbricht who is currently serving two life sentences in the United States Penitentiary, Tucson, AZ. Ross's trial and subsequent sentencing were obscene miscarriages of justice and I am pleased to be able to help his cause in this small way.
Sign Ross's clemency petition:
https://www.change.org/p/freerosspetition-we-seek-potus-s-clemency-for-ross-ulbricht-serving-double-life-without-parole-for-a-website-realdonaldtrump-free-rossVisit
FreeRoss.org to learn more.
TERMS:Minimum Bid:
40.00 BTC 20.00 BTC 0.00 BTCBid Increment:
0.25 BTCAuction Open:
Sunday, April 21 @ 2300 EDT Monday, May 6 @ 2300 EDT Auction Close:
Sunday, May 5 @ 2300 EDT Monday, May 20 @ 2300 EDT https://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20190520T23&p0=179&msg=Satoshi+Times+auction&font=cursiveNo Sniping: Each bid in the final 60 minutes adds 60 minutes to the Auction Close time until no bid has been made for 60 minutes.
Valid bids will be accepted as replies to this post for the duration of the auction. Clearly indicate your bid in your reply.
I reserve the right to reject bids from any user for any reason. If you are a newbie or have zero/negative trust, please PM me PRIOR to placing a bid.
I encourage questions in this thread but also feel free to PM with any private questions or concerns. Other private channels can also be arranged.
Payment/Escrow/Shipping
Payment must be received by an agreed escrow within 48 hours of the conclusion of the auction. The escrow shall be a mutually agreeable, trustworthy member of these forums or a highly rated and trustworthy arbitrator from bitrated.com.
This item ships free anywhere in the world. I will ensure that the utmost care is taken in the handling and packaging of this delicate artifact to guarantee that the winning bidder expediently receives the entire genuine 03 Jan 2009 London Times in the expected condition as described above. Item ships from the Southern US, and if the winning bidder does not express a preference of carrier, item will ship via UPS/UPS International and will be insured to the fullest extent possible through the same.
Auction will commence approximately 12 hours from the time of this post and is scheduled to end two weeks from then. Happy Easter and good luck
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