avroair Posted July 30, 2006 Share Posted July 30, 2006 (edited) Arrgh! Avest ye! Ok so the creative juices are flowing again for my 3rd annual Pirates of Harriman event. Everyone loves pirates right? Well I was thinking of doing a series of 4 pirate coins that form together to make a pirate treasure map. I was thinking of make 200 4 piece sets for the general coin collector and 50 event exclusive sets. For a total of 250 treasure maps or 1000 coins. They would be trackable and have a Jolly Rogers icon and a prefix code of PI or PH or something like that. I haven't endeavored to try something on this large a scale (except for the 1000 NJ coins which were easier). Would people be interested in it or not worth the money, time, effort and bother? The coins would be $7.50, so a set would cost $30.00 Is that too much to ask? (even thought popcorn and a movie for two to see Pirates of the Caribbean is the same amount ) Here is the basic idea, with each quadrant being a coin (NOT REAL ARTWORK!!!), just the concept!: Let me know what you think... and be honest! Don't say "I would buy 5 sets" when you wouldn't really want to shell out $150! Edited July 31, 2006 by avroair Quote Link to comment
+LadeBear68 Posted July 30, 2006 Share Posted July 30, 2006 (edited) Edited July 31, 2006 by LadeBear68 Quote Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 I'd definitely buy a set eventhough I can't see the image. Quote Link to comment
+pfalstad Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 Rats, I was hoping the four pieces fit together to form a single map. Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 For a total of 250 treasure maps or 1000 coins. They would be trackable and have a Jolly Rogers icon and a prefix code of PI or PH or something like that. So, do you mean the 4 coins would combine to create 1 single treasure map? I have not been to the previous events... what type of event is this? Sounds like a good idea. Depends on the coins of course! But if they look anything like your other coin ideas, I'll buy one set, and maybe even two. Quote Link to comment
avroair Posted July 31, 2006 Author Share Posted July 31, 2006 (edited) Yeah, they would be 4 coins that make a treasure map: Like this! Well, my normal events include sneaky event caches, diabolical hikes and an overwhelming amount of food... we have only lost 3 cachers to sharks so we have a fairly good average. This year's event would be entirely different, utilizing the fall colors and have 12 event stages near the trailheads or parking areas (just very quick hikes to a scenic spot) in beautiful Harriman State Park... cachers would use a treasure map to find the caches and the final stage would be a BBQ... hence the treasure map idea... but of course I am getting way ahead of myself. Edited July 31, 2006 by avroair Quote Link to comment
+Computer_Hiker Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 avroair you picture is not showing any detail. I can't see what the coins are to look like. C_H Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 neat idea! Avroair, I know you have asked you this before, but I just can't find the thread.... are you still selling the secret agents coins? or do you have a site I can look at other coins that you have designed/minted? Thx much! d Quote Link to comment
avroair Posted July 31, 2006 Author Share Posted July 31, 2006 avroair you picture is not showing any detail. I can't see what the coins are to look like. C_H If you read the original post I say: Here is the basic idea, with each quadrant being a coin (NOT REAL ARTWORK!!!), just the concept!: I am not showing artwork, just trying to see if 4 coins in a Treasure Map shape is a doable idea. Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 Yeah, they would be 4 coins that make a treasure map: Like this! Well, my normal events include sneaky event caches, diabolical hikes and an overwhelming amount of food... we have only lost 3 cachers to sharks so we have a fairly good average. This year's event would be entirely different, utilizing the fall colors and have 12 event stages near the trailheads or parking areas (just very quick hikes to a scenic spot) in beautiful Harriman State Park... cachers would use a treasure map to find the caches and the final stage would be a BBQ... hence the treasure map idea... but of course I am getting way ahead of myself. OK. That's IT!! I'm moving back to new england! Quote Link to comment
+Scratch-n-Win Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 I'll take two please. WIN Arrgh! Avest ye! Ok so the creative juices are flowing again for my 3rd annual Pirates of Harriman event. Everyone loves pirates right? Well I was thinking of doing a series of 4 pirate coins that form together to make a pirate treasure map. I was thinking of make 200 4 piece sets for the general coin collector and 50 event exclusive sets. For a total of 250 treasure maps or 1000 coins. They would be trackable and have a Jolly Rogers icon and a prefix code of PI or PH or something like that. I haven't endeavored to try something on this large a scale (except for the 1000 NJ coins which were easier). Would people be interested in it or not worth the money, time, effort and bother? The coins would be $7.50, so a set would cost $30.00 Is that too much to ask? (even thought popcorn and a movie for two to see Pirates of the Caribbean is the same amount ) Here is the basic idea, with each quadrant being a coin (NOT REAL ARTWORK!!!), just the concept!: Let me know what you think... and be honest! Don't say "I would buy 5 sets" when you wouldn't really want to shell out $150! Quote Link to comment
+Team JSAM Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 At this point I wound not buy only because I cannot see the "coin" all I see is a map with somthing on it. Quote Link to comment
+ou8alizzard Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 we would be in for 3 sets Quote Link to comment
+whitebear Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 I would take one regular & one SE set if possible .Also I think it would be cool if you could make the edges like a torn treasure map style Quote Link to comment
+The Dream Cachers Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 We would be interested in a set! Quote Link to comment
glennk721 Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 Ditto to the coin request, would be in for a set of regulars and if there is a LE , and besides the edges like a torn map, perhaps the inside edges made to somehow interlock or ridges that would line up to fit together instead of flat squares . Also would all 4 pieces have independant tracking number's and sets of 4 be numbered 001 to 250 etc. on all four coins in a set ? Just some feedback/ideas THX, Glenn Quote Link to comment
+fox-and-the-hound Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 It's a great idea and I second the idea of a torn/rough edged (maybe rolled scroll) edge. I would definitely go to great lengths to find all four pieces. Would you release them in different caches or one at each event next year or all at one event? However you do it I hope to see the finished product Quote Link to comment
+Lemon Fresh Dog Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 I would be in for a couple sets for sure. While my coin collecting has subdued, there is no way I would pass on a treasure map! Quote Link to comment
+dblsixteenout Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 I think this is a great idea and would definitely get a set of 4. One thing you might want to consider is instead of having four rectangular shaped sections, make the two edges in contact with the adjacent coin have unique interconnecting edges that help arrange it in the proper manner. Quote Link to comment
avroair Posted July 31, 2006 Author Share Posted July 31, 2006 I think this is a great idea and would definitely get a set of 4. One thing you might want to consider is instead of having four rectangular shaped sections, make the two edges in contact with the adjacent coin have unique interconnecting edges that help arrange it in the proper manner. Thanks for the input, yes I had planned on interlocking edges. Guess I should get to work designing them! Quote Link to comment
+ar_kayaker Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 Would the map actually lead anyplace? I've seen a four coin set where each coin had partial coordinates for a cache before.... Quote Link to comment
+DresselDragons Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 sounds cool...I'm sure we'd be interested in a set Quote Link to comment
+DLiming Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 Would like one set. Thanks Dan Quote Link to comment
+Ryder3 & Better Half Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 A TREASURE map??? We will take 2 sets!! GREAT idea!!! Never bought a multiple coin set before, but we HAVE to have this one! Quote Link to comment
+CachingCoins Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 I would love to have 2 sets! I love the idea! Quote Link to comment
Ferreter5 Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 Depending upon the final artwork, this could be really cool and I'd be in for some. Quote Link to comment
+Team Honeybunnies Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 Count us in for one! If the antiqued paper look comes off well these will be spectacular looking. Quote Link to comment
+pfalstad Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 I love the concept. If the pieces fit together to form a complete map and the artwork looks good, I'll definitely buy a set. Quote Link to comment
+Team LightningBugs Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I'd be interested too. Quote Link to comment
+Tennessee Jed Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I would be interested in 1 set Quote Link to comment
+Szuchie Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I'd be intersted in a set, lovvvve the treasure map idea! Quote Link to comment
+crazycavelover Posted August 7, 2006 Share Posted August 7, 2006 Put me on the list for one set please. The map idea is very nice. Quote Link to comment
+Team yGEOh Posted August 7, 2006 Share Posted August 7, 2006 I don't even have the urge to collect geocoins but I would definately purchase a set. Could you please add me to the list. Quote Link to comment
+tomturtle Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 I'd be interested. Quote Link to comment
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