Kialara Physical Bitcoins/HAVEN: Update

[miffman]

Wow the auction is over? I would have bid quite a bit more than that... 

Yeah I was also pretty bummed. I didn't bid when I saw it cos I wanted to wait till the price was higher and then bid. At least max got his money and we'll have newer kialara bars soon 

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[Poloherb]

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Kialara
24 hour Auction: Casascius Bearer Bar, Casascius 25 BTC, Casascius 1BTC, Kialara
I hope I didn't offend anyone, but I accepted Blazed generous 5BTC bid immediately, so please consider this auction closed. I'm in a rush to send funds to my suppliers and this lets me do it one day earlier, and every day helps.
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So. You should not give to the auction. Breaking the rules. But immediately give the price on Bitcoin Forum > Economy > Marketplace > Goods
I am interested in buying, but even  I did not have opportunity to make offer. Because of the time zone where I live.

[odolvlobo]

I received my Kialaras today. They are very nice!

[Kialara]

As some of you know, last year I discontinued the 2014 Original Kialara.

My newer designs are from a completely new set of suppliers, and the quality is reflected in each piece. As quality does get better, my hope is that appreciation grows for my original design which I consider to be less impressive aesthetically.

I want for my art to be considered as a store of value in and of itself, and so I’m always thinking of ways to achieve this. I have a little more than 1,000 unreleased 2014 Originals, and I plan to destroy the parts remaining - effectively cutting back the supply permanently.

I’m writing to ask your thoughts on how I should do this. I need to document the physical destruction of these discs, and in an environmentally-friendly way. I thought I'd put this out now hoping I'd have an answer by the end of the weekend.

Any ideas?

Pictured here: http://imgur.com/a/kHWLM

[naypalm]

As some of you know, last year I discontinued the 2014 Original Kialara.

My newer designs are from a completely new set of suppliers, and the quality is reflected in each piece. As quality does get better, my hope is that appreciation grows for my original design which I consider to be less impressive aesthetically.

I want for my art to be considered as a store of value in and of itself, and so I’m always thinking of ways to achieve this. I have a little more than 1,000 unreleased 2014 Originals, and I plan to destroy the parts remaining - effectively cutting back the supply permanently.

I’m writing to ask your thoughts on how I should do this. I need to document the physical destruction of these discs, and in an environmentally-friendly way. I thought I'd put this out now hoping I'd have an answer by the end of the weekend.

Any ideas?

Pictured here: http://imgur.com/a/kHWLM

Run em thru one of these: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUsrolVEwA0

Use the scraps for a sculpture/art piece. Have proceeds go to charity/HAVEN.

[BG4]

Seal them all into your garage floor somehow.  That would look amazing.  Just don't ever try and move.

Can they be slabbed and graded....?

[Kialara]

Run em thru one of these: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUsrolVEwA0

Use the scraps for a sculpture/art piece. Have proceeds go to charity/HAVEN.

This is the type of answer I was looking for, awesome!

[Kialara]

Seal them all into your garage floor somehow.  That would look amazing.  Just don't ever try and move.

Should I fund them first? A hologram floor would be sweet.

[Kialara]

Seal them all into your garage floor somehow.  That would look amazing.  Just don't ever try and move.

Can they be slabbed and graded....?

I can grade them. How many you want? 

Actually bc I am getting pm's, these are not for sale and will be destroyed.

[BG4]

Seal them all into your garage floor somehow.  That would look amazing.  Just don't ever try and move.

Can they be slabbed and graded....?

I can grade them. How many you want? 

Actually bc I am getting pm's, these are not for sale and will be destroyed.

Slabbed and graded ....I meant Poured and leveled.....    garage concrete floor/ physical bitcoin pun intended

[Kialara]

Seal them all into your garage floor somehow.  That would look amazing.  Just don't ever try and move.

Can they be slabbed and graded....?

I can grade them. How many you want? 

Actually bc I am getting pm's, these are not for sale and will be destroyed.

Slabbed and graded ....I meant Poured and leveled.....    garage concrete floor/ physical bitcoin pun intended

Ahah, yea that one went right over my head   

[TheNewAnon135246]

I know a great place where you can get those destroyed. I'll PM you my...eh.... their address .

[TheNewAnon135246]

As some of you know, last year I discontinued the 2014 Original Kialara.

My newer designs are from a completely new set of suppliers, and the quality is reflected in each piece. As quality does get better, my hope is that appreciation grows for my original design which I consider to be less impressive aesthetically.

I want for my art to be considered as a store of value in and of itself, and so I’m always thinking of ways to achieve this. I have a little more than 1,000 unreleased 2014 Originals, and I plan to destroy the parts remaining - effectively cutting back the supply permanently.

I’m writing to ask your thoughts on how I should do this. I need to document the physical destruction of these discs, and in an environmentally-friendly way. I thought I'd put this out now hoping I'd have an answer by the end of the weekend.

Any ideas?

Pictured here: http://imgur.com/a/kHWLM

Would it be worth using them for another production or have someone else produce a coin-like item??

The center bit would look awesome as a coin (without the square casing).

[Kialara]

Would it be worth using them for another production or have someone else produce a coin-like item??

The center bit would look awesome as a coin (without the square casing).

mj, I don't believe so but thanks for the idea.

TNA, it's a nice thought b/c it would cut assembly time in half (selling just the coins) but I've already committed to discontinuing them so that's the plan. The 1BTC silvers are almost gone as well, and I'm kind of looking forward to retiring this design. Unless anyone's keen on a 15oz, 24k gold version?  

Now all I have to do is contact a casino near me and ask if I can borrow their dice shredder    

[andulolika]

Would it be worth using them for another production or have someone else produce a coin-like item??

The center bit would look awesome as a coin (without the square casing).

mj, I don't believe so but thanks for the idea.

TNA, it's a nice thought b/c it would cut assembly time in half (selling just the coins) but I've already committed to discontinuing them so that's the plan. The 1BTC silvers are almost gone as well, and I'm kind of looking forward to retiring this design. Unless anyone's keen on a 15oz, 24k gold version? 

For now the plan is to contact a casino near me and ask if I can borrow their dice shredder   

Yah the 1BTC silver is a must have for me but a 24kgold? Omg... but dont start launching so many in so close time between them, make us wait :p.

As some of you know, last year I discontinued the 2014 Original Kialara.

My newer designs are from a completely new set of suppliers, and the quality is reflected in each piece. As quality does get better, my hope is that appreciation grows for my original design which I consider to be less impressive aesthetically.

I want for my art to be considered as a store of value in and of itself, and so I’m always thinking of ways to achieve this. I have a little more than 1,000 unreleased 2014 Originals, and I plan to destroy the parts remaining - effectively cutting back the supply permanently.

I’m writing to ask your thoughts on how I should do this. I need to document the physical destruction of these discs, and in an environmentally-friendly way. I thought I'd put this out now hoping I'd have an answer by the end of the weekend.

Any ideas?

Pictured here: http://imgur.com/a/kHWLM

Your 2014 kialara is my favorite, i like it more. Its a shame i did what i did, but hey if you want to destroy them is your choice to do so.

[Kialara]

Your 2014 kialara is my favorite, i like it more. Its a shame i did what i did, but hey if you want to destroy them is your choice to do so.

Are you that guy who opened his? To gamble with? 

[andulolika]

Your 2014 kialara is my favorite, i like it more. Its a shame i did what i did, but hey if you want to destroy them is your choice to do so.

Are you that guy who opened his? To gamble with? 

Do you have to say it that loud? :/ :p yeah, i still have it saved nicely.

[andulolika]

Your 2014 kialara is my favorite, i like it more. Its a shame i did what i did, but hey if you want to destroy them is your choice to do so.

Are you that guy who opened his? To gamble with?  

Yes. and I wanted to make it into a shadow box displayed like you have you graphic for the bars!!

still want it!!!

i wanted to send it but delayed it till i eventually went out of money, in 5 days i should be able to send it, ill gather some balls, take count that as my first physical crypto it has some sentiments there hence i had doubts.

[andulolika]

Your 2014 kialara is my favorite, i like it more. Its a shame i did what i did, but hey if you want to destroy them is your choice to do so.

Are you that guy who opened his? To gamble with? 

Yes. and I wanted to make it into a shadow box displayed like you have you graphic for the bars!!

still want it!!!

i wanted to send it but delayed it till i eventually went out of money, in 5 days i should be able to send it, ill gather some balls, take count that as my first physical crypto it has some sentiments there hence i had doubts.

no worries!!! would you like some shipping funds sent? PM me an address!!!

Nope, just 5 days till sallary, then ill move my arse and send it to ya, this time i promise

[Kialara]

Your 2014 kialara is my favorite, i like it more. Its a shame i did what i did, but hey if you want to destroy them is your choice to do so.

Are you that guy who opened his? To gamble with? 

Do you have to say it that loud? :/ :p yeah, i still have it saved nicely.

sorry for yelling. i think it's cool you're the first to open one.