2013 Casascius 0.5 Bitcoin. Loaded. Firstbits 122kbYtU. Series 2. Brass. MS-66 (PCGS).Loaded with 0.5 BTC. With just 4 ranking higher at PCGS, this represents an important find for the most advanced specialist in this new and exciting category. The surfaces are bathed in pale golden-wheat shades and exhibit untroubled frosty luster across the design elements. Close inspection fails to reveal any notable friction or abrasions and this piece showcases exceptional quality for the assigned grade. A similar MS-66 (PCGS) example sold for $28,800 in our June 2022 sale, though we suggest that this example delivers even greater eye appeal. <p><p>As a whole, the brass 2013 Casascius 0.5 BTC are somewhat of an endangered species. While just over 3,100 have been documented to be funded, over 27% of those have since been peeled and redeemed. Undoubtedly, this series will continue to be diminished by unknowing collectors as time goes on. The present example is one of only 10 pieces graded by PCGS in all grades and just 4 rank higher. <p><p><p><p>Public Address: 122kbYtULEFmDKKYVEnysoMQpYYJyPr5scPCGS# 899205.PCGS Population: 2; 4 finer.*Loaded cryptocurrency coins will be reserved at their intrinsic cryptocurrency value on the day of the sale. Lots realizing $25,000 or more will be delivered via armored carrier ONLY. An additional shipping charge of five hundred dollars [$500] will be applied to domestic armored carrier deliveries, with additional fees for remote and international deliveries. Winning bidders may also pay their invoice via BitPay for a 1% fee after authorization by Stack’s Bowers Galleries prior to the sale. Additional terms and conditions apply.
