Time Chain Traveler | Compass Shipping | NEW: Card 01 Teaser, 11/22

[FiniteByDesign]

Time Chain Traveler Begins | Finite by Design Returns to Struck .999 Fine Silver | Now Shipping

Every traveler needs a compass.

For the first time in over 8 years, Finite by Design has struck .999 fine silver again.

The last Finite by Design silver coins were struck in early 2018. The Time Chain Compass brings silver back as part of a 500-piece struck release.

Before the Time Chain Traveler journey begins, there is the Time Chain Compass.

The Time Chain Compass is the first release of Time Chain Traveler, a new, ongoing Finite by Design project exploring the people, events and ideas that shaped Bitcoin's history and the time chain that followed.

At the center of the project is an instrument built from time, direction, sigils and Bitcoin. Its orientation, geometry and individual elements are intentional, drawing from across the larger Time Chain Traveler project.

Some may be recognizable from the beginning. Others will reveal their significance only as the journey unfolds.

THE RELEASE

The Time Chain Compass is a limited 500-piece struck physical Bitcoin mintage in three metals:

100 × 1 Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver | #001-#100
200 × Golden Bronze | #001-#200
200 × Copper | #001-#200

The Compass is released in two phases. Time Chain Traveler is a long-term project, and the Compass is its central piece, so I want collectors who join as the series unfolds to have a chance to own one.

Phase One (now): Serials #001-#100 in all three metals, 300 coins.
Phase Two (later): Serials #101-#200 in Golden Bronze and Copper, 200 coins, held in the Finite Vault for a later release as Time Chain Traveler progresses.

Every coin is edge marked with its sequential serial number. Silver coins are additionally edge marked to identify their 1 Troy Ounce .999 fine silver content.

The Compass serves as the bridge between Finite by Design's traditional physical Bitcoin format and the larger Time Chain Traveler project.

Following this release, Time Chain Traveler will move into its native TCG-size engraved metal card format, introducing the new ChronoSeal.

AVAILABLE OPTIONS

Matching Three-Coin Set | $300
- 1 Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver
- 1 Golden Bronze
- 1 Copper
- All three coins share the same serial number (#001-#100)
- Matching Set Certificate of Authenticity
- Finite by Design pouch

Matching Base-Metal Set | $100
- 1 Golden Bronze
- 1 Copper
- Matching serial numbers within #001-#100
- Finite by Design pouch

Individual Coins
- 1 Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver | $200
- Golden Bronze | $50
- Copper | $50
- All numbered within #001-#100

Matching three-coin sets receive priority within the #001-#100 serial range, subject to previously confirmed reservations. Base-metal sets and individual coins are assigned from the remaining serials, starting from #100 and counting down.

Collectors may request up to three preferred serial numbers in the order notes at checkout. Requests may also be discussed here in the thread, but serial reservations are confirmed only upon purchase. Requests are honored in the order purchases are received, subject to availability.


WHAT'S NEXT: TIME CHAIN TRAVELER GENESIS SERIES

The Compass introduces Time Chain Traveler. The first chapter, Genesis Series (2008-2010), will consist of 12 individually designed collectible cards, each engraved on 2mm-thick, TCG-sized stainless steel and presented in a protective display case. Together, they'll tell Bitcoin's origin story through the people, events, ideas, and pivotal moments that shaped the time chain, beginning with its mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.

Each design will consist of 100 individually numbered cards, plus an Artist Proof (AP) and Zero (0) card retained by Finite by Design. Card 01 releases at $100, and pricing for each future card will be announced at its release. Within each edition of 100, one card carries a Finite Anomaly, revealed and documented on The Finite Anomaly page once its edition is sold out or closed.

FIRST LOOK | GENESIS SERIES CARD BACK



▶ Watch the Genesis card back reel
Or copy: youtube.com/shorts/kPlgM1q3PrU

Every story has a beginning. Every chain has a genesis.

The first release, Card 01: Satoshi Nakamoto, is scheduled for November 22, 2026, the anniversary of Satoshi opening the Bitcoin Forum, which became BitcoinTalk. Email subscribers get access at 1:00 PM ET, public release at 2:00 PM ET.

Early access sign-up: https://finitebydesign.com/products/time-chain-traveler-card-01-satoshi-nakamoto

Card 01 Shipping: Most orders will ship immediately. Each card is made to order and finished by hand, so please allow for the possibility that your order may take up to two weeks to ship.

Matching Serial Priority

Owners of the numbered three-coin Compass sets (#001-#100) will receive first priority to purchase their matching serial number for each card in the Genesis Series. Priority continues for collectors maintaining a matching-number collection: the Compass set plus all previously released Genesis cards in that serial, whether assembled through original purchases or acquired from fellow collectors.

Collectors will have 48 hours from each announced card release time to claim their matching serial. Unclaimed numbers will then become available to other collectors. All other serials will be available immediately at release, allowing new collectors to begin their own matching-number collection with Card 01.

BUYER FUNDED PHYSICAL BITCOIN

All Time Chain Compass coins are issued under the Finite by Design Buyer Funded Standard.

Each coin contains a private key generated and handled through Finite by Design's permanently air-gapped process, concealed beneath the tamper-evident Cold Storage Seal.

All coins ship unfunded, allowing collectors to independently fund their Bitcoin addresses after receipt.

IN STOCK • NOW SHIPPING

Every coin has been assembled by hand. I installed each private key and applied the Cold Storage Seal myself. All preorders have shipped, and new orders ship promptly.


https://finitebydesign.com/products/time-chain-compass

Orders can also be arranged directly through BitcoinTalk private message.


Let the journey BTCegin.

Chris  
Finite by Design  
https://finitebydesign.com

[Cyrus]

Three coin set number 1 please!
Congrats and good luck on this new release. Good to see silver coming back!

[FiniteByDesign]

Three coin set number 1 please!
Congrats and good luck on this new release. Good to see silver coming back!

#9 is lowest available. Will that work for you?

[Cyrus]

That or number 21.

[FiniteByDesign]

That or number 21.

Sorry, set 21 is also gone. Set 9 is yours!

Thank you as always for the support Cyrus.

[EYEOS]

Congratulations on the release of Time Chain Traveler! It’s always great to see someone take an idea and put the time, thought, and creativity into bringing it to life. There’s a lot more to a project like this than the coin itself, and I hope people take the time to appreciate the vision, effort, and passion behind it. Wishing you tremendous success with both the coin and the project as a whole.

BTCeautiful coin F*D.  

Ankh, udja, seneb.

[FiniteByDesign]

Update: The Time Chain Compass coins have arrived, final assembly is underway, and preorders are shipping. Each private key is installed and the Cold Storage Seal applied by hand. The OP now shows photos of the finished coins.

As noted in the OP, the Compass is released in two phases, with serials #101-#200 in Golden Bronze and Copper held in the Finite Vault for a later release as Time Chain Traveler progresses.

[FiniteByDesign]

Time Chain Compass | Shipping Update & A Glimpse Into What's Next

All current Time Chain Compass orders have been packaged and dropped off at the post office today!

A sincere thank you to everyone who has supported this release. I'm excited to finally get these pieces into collectors' hands, and I'd love to see your photos and hear your thoughts once they arrive. Please feel free to share them here in the thread.

WHAT'S NEXT

The Compass is just the beginning. Time Chain Traveler is easily the most ambitious project I've undertaken at Finite by Design. It's something I've been developing for quite some time, and I'm incredibly excited to finally begin bringing it to life.

The first chapter, Genesis Series (2008-2010), will consist of 12 individually designed collectible cards, each engraved on 2mm-thick, TCG-sized stainless steel and presented in a protective display case. Together, they'll tell a larger story surrounding Bitcoin's origins, unfolding through pivotal events, symbolic archetypes, a hero, a villain, and Satoshi, the mysterious Watcher. Each release will reveal another piece of the story.

Each design will consist of 100 individually numbered cards, priced at $100 each, plus an Artist Proof (AP) and Zero (0) card retained by Finite by Design.

Every card design will also carry a Finite Anomaly. Hidden somewhere within each 100-piece edition is a single numbered card containing an intentional, subtle alteration. Neither the anomaly nor its serial number will be disclosed while the edition remains active. Once the edition is sold out or closed, the anomaly will be revealed and permanently documented on The Finite Anomaly page.

The first release, Card I: Satoshi Nakamoto, is scheduled for November 22, 2026, marking the 17th anniversary of Satoshi's welcome to the new Bitcoin forum, which became BitcoinTalk.

MATCHING SERIAL PRIORITY

Owners of the numbered three-coin Compass sets (#001-#100) will receive first priority to purchase their matching serial number for each card in the Genesis Series.

Priority begins with Card I and continues for collectors maintaining a matching-number collection consisting of the Compass set and all previously released Genesis cards in that serial. Collectors will have 48 hours from each announced card release time to claim their matching serial. Unclaimed numbers will then become available to other collectors.

My goal is to encourage complete matching-number collections, whether assembled through original purchases or acquired from fellow collectors. It's the continuity of the collection that matters.

The Compass was designed to introduce this journey, and the upcoming cards will begin telling its story. Matching three-coin sets are still available. Securing a set now establishes your serial number and first purchasing priority as the Genesis Series begins.

I'll be sharing more details and a few previews as we approach November 22.

Every traveler needs a compass.

https://finitebydesign.com/products/time-chain-compass

[Super-Bullish]

Always hitting home runs! I’ll take #12 please! LFG!!!

[Bitgoat65]

Received mine today — the Time Chain Compass looks even better than the pictures. Great-looking coin.
Happy to add it to my collection!

[alandelon]

I really wanted to buy one of your Golden Bronze coins, but they’re out of stock in your store :C

[jwinterm]

If set is ordered on site - I guess will just get lowest available number set? Looks great btw!

[FiniteByDesign]

@jwinterm Thank you for your order! Your set is packed up as #14, the lowest serial available at the time. If you'd prefer a different number, just send me your top 3 choices by email or here in the thread and I'll fulfill accordingly. Otherwise, we'll stick with set #14.

For anyone ordering: there's a box at checkout where you can enter your top 3 serial preferences, and I'll honor them in the order purchases are received, subject to availability.

@alanelon Apologies for the inconvenience. That looks like a checkout bug, are you domestic US or intl? I'll send you a PM to help get it sorted.

Time Chain Traveler update: The Card I: Satoshi Nakamoto design is finalized and engraving production has begun. Completing all 100 cards for the first release of the series will take some time, but I'm aiming to have them finished before the November 22 release.

I'm dying to share teaser images of the finished cards, and I'll begin doing so in the coming weeks.

[Kryptowerk]

Good to see you back in silver. Will increase my interest.
That particular design with the high relief looks especially cool on that coin.

Are these minted or laser engraved? It says "struck" in OP so I assume it's actually minted?

[FiniteByDesign]

Good to see you back in silver. Will increase my interest.
That particular design with the high relief looks especially cool on that coin.

Are these minted or laser engraved? It says "struck" in OP so I assume it's actually minted?

Thank you!

Yes, these are struck coins from a mint. The silver is the first minted Finite by Design silver coin since early 2018.

Minted coins, especially silver, haven't been part of my lines recently, and they'll continue to be a rarity, since I prefer the design flexibility and freedom to make alterations that come with laser engraving.

The upcoming TCG-sized stainless steel cards will be a continuation of my laser engraved work. But I thought a return to minted coins was a fitting way to kick off the most ambitious project I've ever undertaken: a blast from the past, followed by a long-term journey into the future.

[philipma1957]

Is 3 coin set 57 available?

[FiniteByDesign]

Is 3 coin set 57 available?

Yes philipma1957, set #57 is available. I just responded to your PM as well.

[philipma1957]

Is 3 coin set 57 available?

Yes philipma1957, set #57 is available. I just responded to your PM as well.

Just paid .

I requested set 57 on your website..

Thank you

[FiniteByDesign]

Is 3 coin set 57 available?

Yes philipma1957, set #57 is available. I just responded to your PM as well.

Just paid .

I requested set 57 on your website..

Thank you

You are all set. Will ship tomorrow.

[philipma1957]

So my set 57 came  the coins are nice happy with the buy.

I was reading the funding addresses they are legacy any reason why?

I am going to put 0.0001957 in each one brass/copper

and 0.001957 in the silver one

So they are funded now