DELFT BLUE

October 20, 2006

This is the first in series of four authentic porcelain geocoins with Dutch Delft Blue artwork. This first series features a traditional windmill and the text "windmolen". Each coin is handmade and is numbered. Each series is limited to a maximum of 125 coins.

When we started thinking about making a coin, we both wanted a typical Dutch coin that was truly different from the many geocoins available now. This resulted in the idea of making a handmade porcelain coin finished in the 'Delft Blue' style.

Because both of us have two left hands(and square eyes :laughing: ), we approached Frans Ottink, an acquainted professional porcelain artist. Thanks to Frans the coin has become a piece of art as well.

Being a handmade coin produced in limited quantities unfortunately means that this is not the cheapest coin out there. We want to emphasise that we have done everything possible to keep the cost down and that the coin is not sold with the intention to make any personal profit. Any possible profits that might result from the sale of the coins will be donated to a good cause.

This coin is trackable with an own icon.

We hope that you like the coin.

Coin is available on: MY-GEOCOIN

PS. Many thanks to Chris Mackey (fox-and-the-hound) for the icon artwork.

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Edited October 20, 2006 by Eartha

3.1k · October 20, 2006

Makes me appreciate the price of those hand made Tiki coins

. This is truly a unique coin but just a bit more than I am willing to pay

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9.8k · October 20, 2006

Ouch, I was really looking forward to these too. But at that price, I gotta pass.

October 20, 2006

Reserve Sent

This is truly one of a kind.

1.7k · October 20, 2006

Email sent. REALLY hoping for a trade on this one!

October 20, 2006

Ordered two, one to keep and one to trade.

Thanks.

October 20, 2006

Pre Order request sent

3.5k · October 20, 2006

Certainly one of the coolest ideas for a coin I've seen but out of my price range as well. I'll trade something good for one though.

October 20, 2006

Ouch, I was really looking forward to these too. But at that price, I gotta pass.

WOW almost $20 for a coin to the usa !

October 20, 2006

Ouch, I was really looking forward to these too. But at that price, I gotta pass.

WOW almost $20 for a coin to the usa !

Yes guys(and girls), I can understand that the price is on the steep side(especially for our fellow cachers outside europe), I'm sorry about that .

Edited October 20, 2006 by ZAteam

3.3k · October 20, 2006

Holy moses. My place settings with silver didn't cost that much.

5.7k · October 20, 2006

I don't think I would risk even putting one of these in my coin binder! Think how bad you would feel if it broke!

--Marky

9.8k · October 20, 2006

I don't think I would risk even putting one of these in my coin binder! Think how bad you would feel if it broke!

--Marky

Porcelin is quite fragile, especially shipping it. I expect a bunch of mail losses due to damage/breakage.

October 20, 2006

I don't think I would risk even putting one of these in my coin binder! Think how bad you would feel if it broke!

--Marky

Porcelin is quite fragile, especially shipping it. I expect a bunch of mail losses due to damage/breakage.

As a test I carried one around in my back pocket for three weeks and it survived. I'm hoping that they will survive the trip to the US but I'll also add some extra protection.

PS. Coin is SOLD OUT.

October 23, 2006

Just wanted to make sure my 2 got ordered ,Whitebear

October 23, 2006

Just wanted to make sure my 2 got ordered ,Whitebear

I received your order. Email sent.

October 23, 2006

Being a handmade coin produced in limited quantities unfortunately means that this is not the cheapest coin out there.

They couldn't have been too pricey. I went to order one and they're all gone

October 23, 2006

if you have a reserve list incase anyone drops out could i please be put on it as they are lovely coins i do love delft blue thanks

October 23, 2006

if you have a reserve list incase anyone drops out could i please be put on it as they are lovely coins i do love delft blue thanks

Ok, I will put your name on a reserve list.

October 23, 2006

Me too please!

Thanks

2k · October 23, 2006

I definitely would like to be on the reserve list, or... if someone has an extra to trade or sell, please let me know. Very distinctive design. Love it. =o)

1k · October 24, 2006

Did you get my order?

Thanks

October 24, 2006

Did you get my order?

Thanks

Yes, I've got you down for one coin. Emails will be sent out tomorrow, I think.

1.1k · October 25, 2006

Ouch, I was really looking forward to these too. But at that price, I gotta pass.

Now you know what a trade coin from an overseas cacher is worth after a few pings across the pond!

October 25, 2006

Received email regarding payment today. Sent funds with PayPal.

Thanks.

1k · October 25, 2006

Ditto

Received email regarding payment today. Sent funds with PayPal.

Thanks.

November 22, 2006

Just a quick update...

The coins are in the making! And I must admit that I underestimated the amount of effort that goes into producing such a handmade coin. We assisted in making the first few coins and I'm truly grateful that I don't have to rely on my porcelain skills to earn a living. :anicute:

The evolution:

If you don't succeed then try again(check the background...)

Artist at work:

Look mom, I'm making a coin :laughing:

November 22, 2006

Thanks for the update. :laughing:

1k · November 22, 2006

That looks like a lot of work. Can't wait to see mine! :laughing:

Thanks for the update and the info.

2k · November 22, 2006

I want one of those groovy coffee cups too. =o)

November 30, 2006

Really interesting photos. Looking forward to receiving the coins.

November 30, 2006

THAT WAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL COIN!!!

Hopefully someone will trade with me one day.

WIN

Edited November 30, 2006 by Scratch-n-Win

November 30, 2006

email sent

December 8, 2006

Wow, am I glad to have bought (only)ONE of these. :wub:

December 12, 2006

Any word yet on when these will be shipped?

December 12, 2006

Update time:

We expect to get the coins into the oven this week.

This has been a huge learning experience for us as we've insisted on doing some of the coin work, like the numbering of the coins, ourselves. And this turned out to be a lot of work.

We'll be giving our best to get them finished asap.

22k · December 12, 2006

I want one of those groovy coffee cups too. =o)

Just what I thinking. They don't tip over too easily do they? :surprise:

2k · December 13, 2006

I want one of those groovy coffee cups too. =o)

Just what I thinking. They don't tip over too easily do they?

Hey I just noticed in the last picture that there's a bunch of those coffee cups on that shelf in the background... Hmmm.. I'm thinkin' a trade might actually be in order. I wonder if they can put a tracking number on it. I rarely go anywhere without a coffee cup of some kind or another. :huh:

22k · December 13, 2006

I want one of those groovy coffee cups too. =o)

Just what I thinking. They don't tip over too easily do they?

Hey I just noticed in the last picture that there's a bunch of those coffee cups on that shelf in the background... Hmmm.. I'm thinkin' a trade might actually be in order. I wonder if they can put a tracking number on it. I rarely go anywhere without a coffee cup of some kind or another.

I know! I'm thinking they might want to provide a few samples, a little free advertising for them.

I'd be willing to agree to take one to events.

January 8, 2007

do you have time for an update?

January 11, 2007

Bump ! I too wouldn't mind an update. I've had these paid for a few months now.

January 11, 2007

Whoo! Just saw this one! Really neat coin - we've been toying around with the idea of a ceramic sig item for a long time - but it is so labor intensive! I appreciate the amount of work you are putting into the coins. I PM'd you with the hopes of a trade for a TikiCoin - hand-made coins rule!

Tiki

January 11, 2007

Well, it is certainly time for an update! Unfotunately the update is not as pleasant as we would like it to be.

We got word from the artist that the final steps of making the coins didn't go as well as planned and that he is not completely satisfied with the quality of some batches of the final coins. We havn't seen the coins yet and will visit him in a day or two and judge for ourselves but we too want the coins to be of a high standard. So, in the worst case, we might have to do it all over.

We'll also be sending out emails to everyone who has ordered coins with full details of the situation.

We are truly sorry for the extreme delay. :wacko:

January 12, 2007

Well, it is certainly time for an update! Unfotunately the update is not as pleasant as we would like it to be.

We got word from the artist that the final steps of making the coins didn't go as well as planned and that he is not completely satisfied with the quality of some batches of the final coins. We havn't seen the coins yet and will visit him in a day or two and judge for ourselves but we too want the coins to be of a high standard. So, in the worst case, we might have to do it all over.

We'll also be sending out emails to everyone who has ordered coins with full details of the situation.

We are truly sorry for the extreme delay.

Thanks for the update ! They'll be well worth the wait. It was just a bit quiet for a while.

January 25, 2007

Is there any update available?

The last message I received is the above mentioned standard information that it'll take some more time...

We're getting nervous...

January 25, 2007

I'm glad to anounce that the coins are finished !!!

About half of the coins were were not up to standard and had to be re-made. From the remade coins another three will have to be done again but we now have enough coins to go ahead with shipping.

We really appreciate everyones support and understanding for the situation.

Shipping info will be posted on Saturday in this forum.

January 25, 2007

I'm glad to anounce that the coins are finished !!!

About half of the coins were were not up to standard and had to be re-made. From the remade coins another three will have to be done again but we now have enough coins to go ahead with shipping.

We really appreciate everyones support and understanding for the situation.

Shipping info will be posted on Saturday in this forum.

WooHoo !!! <_< Thanks for the update Looking forward to receiving these beauties :unsure: Any Pictures ?

Edited January 25, 2007 by chief20r2

January 25, 2007

WooHoo !!! Thanks for the update Looking forward to receiving these beauties Any Pictures ?

Watch this space on Saturday...

January 25, 2007

Thanks for the update! Can't wait to see these!

January 25, 2007

I'm glad to anounce that the coins are finished !!!

About half of the coins were were not up to standard and had to be re-made. From the remade coins another three will have to be done again but we now have enough coins to go ahead with shipping.

We really appreciate everyones support and understanding for the situation.

Shipping info will be posted on Saturday in this forum.

Great <_< Thanks for the information!

DELFT BLUE

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