2011 Casascius 1 Bitcoin (BTC). Loaded. Firstbits 155gAYPX. Series 1. CASACIUS Error. Brass. 28.5 mm. MS-65 (PCGS).
This is an active and loaded cryptocurrency coin containing 1 BTC, equivalent to roughly US$38,000 at the time of cataloging (May 2022). It showcases stunning quality and eye appeal, captivating the viewer with strong luster and intense golden color. As the first funded physical bitcoin ever produced, the spelling error on the holographic sticker is paralleled by many similar spelling errors among early United States coinage. A variety of silver half-dimes struck in 1796 were made with a broken B punch so that the word LIBERTY appears to be misspelled LIKERTY. This variety has become even more popular because of the error and examples have sold for over $400,000. The present CASACIUS error variety has developed a similarly strong following and they often bring strong premiums whenever they appear at auction. An MS-63 (PCGS) sold for $69,000 in our April 2022 sale, reflecting a strong premium of nearly 50% above the face value. This MS-65 (PCGS) ranks distinctly finer and surely deserves and even stronger premium. Issued on a 28.5mm brass planchet, the obverse features the Bitcoin currency symbol at center surrounded by a legend listing the date, denomination, and the Latin phrase "VIRES IN NUMERIS" that translates as "Strength in Numbers." This phrase is also featured on the popular Lealana coin series but is listed there in Hawaiian as "IKAIKA I HELU NUI". The reverse features a holographic sticker with the firstbits address printed at the center.* Public Address: 155gAYPXwhz8MqBwQncwbc87xnTY6vKBNS
PCGS# 892111.
PCGS Population: 5; 13 finer.