Physical Cryptocurrency
Physical cryptocurrency refers to tangible objects that represent digital cryptocurrency, often in the form of coins, tokens, or other physical media. These items contain a private key or a code that allows access to the corresponding digital cryptocurrency under a tamper-resistant seal or hologram. The value of physical cryptocurrency comes from two sources: the digital Bitcoin it represents and its collectible value. The collectible value may exceed the digital value, especially if the item is rare, made from precious metals, or has historical significance. Overall, physical cryptocurrency represents a unique intersection of digital and tangible assets, appealing to collectors, investors, and enthusiasts who value both the artistic and functional aspects of these items.
Casascius Bitcoins
The Casascius coin, introduced by Mike Caldwell from Sandy, Utah in 2011 was one of the first physical bitcoins ever created. Embedding real Bitcoin and offering a secure way to store and display digital currency in a physical form. Casascius physical Bitcoins were sold until Nov 26, 2013. Starting with simple brass 1 btc coins, he expanded production until ending sales over two years later due to allegations by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, or FINCEN, of running a ‘money transmitting’ business which requires various special licences.
2011 Casascius 1.0 BTC - w/ Error!
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Full Address: 19rdNxiubVmCjsYMjokxL6EXkjPAj3jizV
This is a series 1 Casascius 1 BTC Brass w/error. This is one of the first physical Bitcoins ever produced and was funded on Nov 24th, 2011 when BTC was $2.32 USD. Sought after both for their significance as the first coin of their type in the crypto universe, but also due to the added perception of rarity due to a spelling error, Casascius is spelled as ‘CASACIUS’.
Full Address: 19rdNxiubVmCjsYMjokxL6EXkjPAj3jizV
This is a series 1 Casascius 1 BTC Brass w/error. This is one of the first physical Bitcoins ever produced and was funded on Nov 24th, 2011 when BTC was $2.32 USD. Sought after both for their significance as the first coin of their type in the crypto universe, but also due to the added perception of rarity due to a spelling error, Casascius is spelled as ‘CASACIUS’.
2013 Casascius 1.0 BTC 1oz Silver
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Full Address: 1AgiJMiJahNDPUef4Z7SQGD2aXNwXSKErd
This is a 2013 Series 2 Casascius 1 BTC on 1 oz .999 Silver. Notable in this coin is the ‘laser rimming", the first of it's kind which appears on the edges of the hologram as a golden texture. Mike theorized that the process would create an interesting obstacle to anyone attempting to tamper with the coins. Professionally graded an outstanding MS69 by ANACS. WOW.
Full Address: 1AgiJMiJahNDPUef4Z7SQGD2aXNwXSKErd
This is a 2013 Series 2 Casascius 1 BTC on 1 oz .999 Silver. Notable in this coin is the ‘laser rimming", the first of it's kind which appears on the edges of the hologram as a golden texture. Mike theorized that the process would create an interesting obstacle to anyone attempting to tamper with the coins. Professionally graded an outstanding MS69 by ANACS. WOW.
2013 Casascius 0.5 BTC Brass
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Full Address: 12CDrJVn55VrCe7fByxGXpyNoYsfuQkdxd
This is a 2013 Series 2 Casascius 0.5 Bitcoin Brass Edition.On February 17, 2013, Casascius released these coins saying “This is being added due to the rise in BTC value”. The price of Bitcoin had risen from 14 USD to nearly 30 USD within a couple of weeks. This particular token was funded on December 3, 2013. Also professionally graded by ANACS to be MS67.
Full Address: 12CDrJVn55VrCe7fByxGXpyNoYsfuQkdxd
This is a 2013 Series 2 Casascius 0.5 Bitcoin Brass Edition.On February 17, 2013, Casascius released these coins saying “This is being added due to the rise in BTC value”. The price of Bitcoin had risen from 14 USD to nearly 30 USD within a couple of weeks. This particular token was funded on December 3, 2013. Also professionally graded by ANACS to be MS67.
