+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 (edited) This thread is just a heads up. GeoNap and myself have come up with the following coin design that is currently in production now that the modified artwork has been approved by Groundspeak. We have selected a vendor to help with the sale and distribution of this coin. Due to vendor policy, this coin will not be presold/for sale until shortly before the order is delivered, which is tentatively set for mid-February (this should give you a hint as to what vendor is being used) Comp of artwork: Custom icon: The Absolute Caching coin will be geocaching.com trackable with custom icon. 1.75" tall 2D, 2D 550 total coins minted 150 LE in Antique Brass - $7.97 ea. 400 in Antique Silver - $6.97 ea. The sale page will BE HERE. We'll also post an update as to the date and time of the coin sale once we have that information finalized. Hope you like what we've come up with... AG & GeoNap Edited January 26, 2006 by AtlantaGal Link to comment
+Teamhawaii1981 & blueicyrose Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 That's awesome. I especially like the icon! I have had no luck ordering on these short notice dealies...I hope my luck changes this time! Link to comment
+Crowesfeat30 Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Cool! I like it. CF30 Link to comment
+HerrK & Friends Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 I love Vodka........PROST! Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 I love Vodka........PROST! So does GeoNap Link to comment
ParentsofSAM Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 I like the little icon! I don't like vodka though...but this coin is nice. Link to comment
+Thorny1 Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 This is a very cool coin and icon - I love the play on it. I'll be looking forward to the sale. Thanks AG and GeoNap! T1 Link to comment
kcart Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 (edited) Whaddaya have there? A lemon, a lime ... can't make out the others. EDIT: Colors suggest blueberry and orange. ©¿©¬ Edited January 26, 2006 by kcart Link to comment
gridlox Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 (edited) Thank God you didn't use a Jack Daniels bottle!! Had a REALLY BAD experience on the last day of high school with that stuff!! EDIT: Oh yeah, I'll probably be in for a couple! Edited January 26, 2006 by gridlox Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 EDIT: Colors suggest blueberry and orange. Those would be the other 2. Have to keep that art low res or my free webspace bandwidth will be gone Link to comment
+Redwing_dave Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Great coin AtlantaGal! I'll be watching for it. P.S. your personal coins arrived about a week ago. I love them. Sorry I haven't had a chance to drop you a confirmation email yet. I'll let you know as soon as your coins arrive. Best, Dave Link to comment
kcart Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 (edited) EDIT: Colors suggest blueberry and orange. Those would be the other 2. Have to keep that art low res or my free webspace bandwidth will be gone No olive? I know you're featuring flavors here, but nothing says Absolut(e) (or Stoli or Skyy or Ketel One or Grey Goose or Finlandia or Rain ... or Mr. Boston, for that matter) quite like the olive. Put that in the stolen coin ideas bank. EDIT: Who markets blueberry vodka? ©¿©¬ Edited January 26, 2006 by kcart Link to comment
+GEO*Trailblazer 1 Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Blakberry and peach for me. I mean.........I like em. Great design. Link to comment
+GeoNap Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Vodka! Yummy! As I always like to toast, "To your enemies, enemies." (think about that one for a minute) Link to comment
+Chaos A.D./aka Arlsdaddy Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Would love to get a couple before the lawsuit takes off! Link to comment
+WWC-World's Worst Cacher Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Ahh . . . our next trade for the LE #7 Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 (edited) Would love to get a couple before the lawsuit takes off! Never happen. It's clearly a parody and no copyrighted trademarks are being used anywhere on the coin. Absolut is trademarked. Absolute is not And that face in the label is GeoNap not Lenin/Stalin or whoever the dude who is really used on the Absolut label. Edited January 26, 2006 by AtlantaGal Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 Ahh . . . our next trade for the LE #7 You catch on quick Link to comment
+hydnsek Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Vodka! Yummy! As I always like to toast, "To your enemies, enemies." (think about that one for a minute) I'm so glad you're in PCC now.... Link to comment
+GeoNap Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Vodka! Yummy! As I always like to toast, "To your enemies, enemies." (think about that one for a minute) I'm so glad you're in PCC now.... It's always nice to be "loved" Heh... heh... Link to comment
+PastorDIC Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 This one is way too funny..... Link to comment
kcart Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Would love to get a couple before the lawsuit takes off! Never happen. It's clearly a parody and no copyrighted trademarks are being used anywhere on the coin. Absolut is trademarked. Absolute is not And that face in the label is GeoNap not Lenin/Stalin or whoever the dude who is really used on the Absolut label. Thin ice ... 8. The following trademarks and all related logos and designs used herein are owned by V&S and/or its affiliates, subsidiaries, parent or related companies: ... ABSOLUT bottle design ... The use or misuse of these trademarks or any content of this Site, except as provided above, is strictly prohibited. All other trademarks are the property of the respective trademark owners. DISCLAIMER: I'm not a lawyer and I don't play one on TV, nor did I stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night. ©¿©¬ P.S. The "dude" is Lars Olsson Smith. Google it. Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 ABSOLUT bottle design This is a flat coin not a glass bottle with booze inside. Trademarks (not copyrights) typically revolve around usage of the same exact product/solgan and/or within the same industry. Neither of which apply. And I don't care to debate this issue further. Please start another thread if you like Thanks. Link to comment
+cainrcc Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Love the design maybe it should be a scratch & sniff coin for the vodka smell??Maybe that will make all happy. I'll buy a couple of them !! Link to comment
+manituela Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 sold out ?????????????? Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 sold out ?????????????? They won't be available for sale for at least 2.5 weeks. This is a preview thread and a link to where they will be sold Link to comment
+GeoNap Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Would love to get a couple before the lawsuit takes off! Never happen. It's clearly a parody and no copyrighted trademarks are being used anywhere on the coin. Absolut is trademarked. Absolute is not And that face in the label is GeoNap not Lenin/Stalin or whoever the dude who is really used on the Absolut label. Thin ice ... 8. The following trademarks and all related logos and designs used herein are owned by V&S and/or its affiliates, subsidiaries, parent or related companies: ... ABSOLUT bottle design ... The use or misuse of these trademarks or any content of this Site, except as provided above, is strictly prohibited. All other trademarks are the property of the respective trademark owners. DISCLAIMER: I'm not a lawyer and I don't play one on TV, nor did I stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night. ©¿©¬ P.S. The "dude" is Lars Olsson Smith. Google it. Truth of the matter is... it's a bottle... no more... no less... No one has a trademark on a bottle. It's a geocoin too... it's not exactly as if we're saying that we're making vodka. You can draw whatever inferrences you want, but bottom line is that it's not a copyright infringement plain and simple. Case closed. Link to comment
+The_Proffens Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Really cool looking coin, makes me thirsty! Link to comment
+HerrK & Friends Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Vodka only pure please....with flavour is for school-girls! Link to comment
+prntr1 Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Would love to get a couple before the lawsuit takes off! Never happen. It's clearly a parody and no copyrighted trademarks are being used anywhere on the coin. Absolut is trademarked. Absolute is not And that face in the label is GeoNap not Lenin/Stalin or whoever the dude who is really used on the Absolut label. Thin ice ... 8. The following trademarks and all related logos and designs used herein are owned by V&S and/or its affiliates, subsidiaries, parent or related companies: ... ABSOLUT bottle design ... The use or misuse of these trademarks or any content of this Site, except as provided above, is strictly prohibited. All other trademarks are the property of the respective trademark owners. DISCLAIMER: I'm not a lawyer and I don't play one on TV, nor did I stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night. ©¿©¬ P.S. The "dude" is Lars Olsson Smith. Google it. Truth of the matter is... it's a bottle... no more... no less... No one has a trademark on a bottle. It's a geocoin too... it's not exactly as if we're saying that we're making vodka. You can draw whatever inferrences you want, but bottom line is that it's not a copyright infringement plain and simple. Case closed. I would have to agree that I don't see any trademark problems, but what about family friendly, hope my kid doesn't want this one Link to comment
+ODragon Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Comp of artwork: If you're implying that there are multiple flavors of caching, wouldn't it make more sense to have the traditional, multi, virtual and puzzle icons on there? Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 If you're implying that there are multiple flavors of caching, wouldn't it make more sense to have the traditional, multi, virtual and puzzle icons on there? Yep it would and was an idea tossed around with the artist. He actually talked me out of it, lol! But since you actually got the implication of the coin's meaning without those, I'd say it's not necessary. Besides, the flavors were GeoNaps idea. I just elected to replace the "text" with actual images. This is a joint-effort coin, remember. Link to comment
+ODragon Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 But since you actually got the implication of the coin's meaning without those, I'd say it's not necessary. Besides, the flavors were GeoNaps idea. I just elected to replace the "text" with actual images. This is a joint-effort coin, remember. What is the point of the fruit choices? As in why those fruits? Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 But since you actually got the implication of the coin's meaning without those, I'd say it's not necessary. Besides, the flavors were GeoNaps idea. I just elected to replace the "text" with actual images. This is a joint-effort coin, remember. What is the point of the fruit choices? As in why those fruits? I'll leave the first part for GeoNap to respond to. Those fruits match the "colors". Link to comment
+Lowrider71 Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Put me on the list for 2, very nice coin as always AG. Link to comment
+Team BO Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 I love Vodka........PROST! Genau! Really cool coin! Have to get some of these... Ben Link to comment
+pdxmarathonman Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 From the vodka site's page: Absolut Vodka is available in 7 different flavors together with plain Absolut Vodka: Absolut Peppar (The first flavored Absolut Vodka launched in 1986, chile pepper flavor) Absolut Citron (Lemon flavor launched in 1988) Absolut Kurant (Blackcurrant flavor launched in 1992) Absolut Mandrin (Orange and mandarin flavor mix launched in 1999) Absolut Vanilia (Vanilla flavor launched in 2003) Absolut Raspberri (Raspberry flavor launched in 2004) Absolut Apeach(Peach flavor launched in 2005). Absolut Cut is the latest drink creation from Absolut. A Swedish spirit tonic, this unique pre-mix blends sparkling water and natural citrus flavours with Absolut Vodka. I suppose those I highlighted must be three of the four colors (kurant is a stretch for the blue, and since the pepper is chile pepper it is hard to associated it with green at all) Link to comment
Phantom_Dog Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Ok folks Admittedly this is a cute design and mimicing a good product. What I cannot figure out is what does this have to do with geocaching? It looks like what I would classify as another "nonsense coin". Sorry but I equate this to wiping my backside with a $10. Not interested. Link to comment
+Packman5 Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Very cute coin idea!!! We will be watching for these! Link to comment
+Fundamental Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Someone has to make Finlandia Vodga geobottle Anyway I like this coin Link to comment
+GeoNap Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 From the vodka site's page:Absolut Vodka is available in 7 different flavors together with plain Absolut Vodka: Absolut Peppar (The first flavored Absolut Vodka launched in 1986, chile pepper flavor) Absolut Citron (Lemon flavor launched in 1988) Absolut Kurant (Blackcurrant flavor launched in 1992) Absolut Mandrin (Orange and mandarin flavor mix launched in 1999) Absolut Vanilia (Vanilla flavor launched in 2003) Absolut Raspberri (Raspberry flavor launched in 2004) Absolut Apeach(Peach flavor launched in 2005). Absolut Cut is the latest drink creation from Absolut. A Swedish spirit tonic, this unique pre-mix blends sparkling water and natural citrus flavours with Absolut Vodka. I suppose those I highlighted must be three of the four colors (kurant is a stretch for the blue, and since the pepper is chile pepper it is hard to associated it with green at all) Look at that... PDXMM is a vodka expert! Link to comment
+GeoNap Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 But since you actually got the implication of the coin's meaning without those, I'd say it's not necessary. Besides, the flavors were GeoNaps idea. I just elected to replace the "text" with actual images. This is a joint-effort coin, remember. What is the point of the fruit choices? As in why those fruits? I'll leave the first part for GeoNap to respond to. Those fruits match the "colors". AG is exactly right... the fruits were chosen to match the colors... Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted January 26, 2006 Author Share Posted January 26, 2006 Look at that... PDXMM is a vodka expert! That's probably cause he hangs around with you, LMAO! Link to comment
+DiskDevil Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I think it's a great coin,but I would have liked to see the cache types instead of the fruits. IMHO... Flavors of caching would better be represented by cache types instead of the fruits.If it were colors of caching, i could see it. Either way, I would still buy it because it is unique. Link to comment
+strikeforce1 Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 (edited) Ahhhh! Finally, one coin that comes in my color and flavor ! I’ll take four of each over rocks, (insert a hic-up here)! Thanks bartender, keep the rest (wink-wink) for your tip. Very cool design, Nice job! I can’t wait to order. I hope the wife gives me more in my allowance that week! Now I have to go and chill till then ! SF1 Edited January 27, 2006 by strikeforce1 Link to comment
+Deliveryguy428 Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 ::hicup:: this one is going to rock Link to comment
+Thorny1 Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Just wondering what if the sale date has been chosen and publicized yet T1 Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted February 15, 2006 Author Share Posted February 15, 2006 I have to check with Geoswag to make sure the coin is still being shipped from the mint on 2/17, but something will be posted regarding the sale soon. Remember, the idea was to accept no money until the coin was on the way. Link to comment
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