+ozymandiasism Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 (edited) After being away for a few months... the relocation… the new job… the new place… and the new back pain (ouch!)… I am finally ready to reopen my store dwprods again! And better yet... a new geocoin design! Sundial Geocoin This is a horizontal sundial… a flip-up pin to tell time on one side, and a “glow in the dark” big and little dipper on the other. Coming to you in Mid-March, 2008 Reserve your Sundial Geocoin here today! Thank you! d <indirect links removed by moderator> Edited December 4, 2007 by Eartha Quote Link to comment
+scavok Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I've reserved mine. Can't wait to see them Quote Link to comment
+fairyhoney Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I've reserved mine. Can't wait to see them Same here Quote Link to comment
+Steinwälzer Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 How much will they cost? I really like the coins, but I would like to know what costs I have to expect before I make any reservations... Quote Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I reserved, but would like to know the cost per coin also. Quote Link to comment
+bassmig Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I'm reserved as well Quote Link to comment
+AtwellFamily Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 (edited) Am I missing something, no details about the coin? Size, thickness, etc.... COST? What is the top portion of the back, and forgive me but what does the stars have to do with a sundial? Edited December 3, 2007 by Atwell Family Quote Link to comment
+Rockin Roddy Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Am I missing something, no details about the coin? Size, thickness, etc.... COST? Size and thickness are there...cost isn't though!! Quote Link to comment
+AtwellFamily Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Am I missing something, no details about the coin? Size, thickness, etc.... COST? Size and thickness are there...cost isn't though!! Sorry missed that. Quote Link to comment
+rsfish1 Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I am also interested in these but wondering what the 2-tone combination is and quantities to be minted. Well besides the other questions. Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 What is the top portion of the back.... Looks like it is hinged. He mentions a flip-up pin to tell time. If that is the pin on the front that flips, I can't visualize how it is hinged on the back but I am sure he will explain. .......and forgive me but what does the stars have to do with a sundial? Sun guides you in the day, north star guides you at night??? Either way I like it. Quote Link to comment
+AtwellFamily Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Sun guides you in the day, north star guides you at night??? The front is a sundial = time not navigation. Can't wait to get an answer to both. To me it looks like another coin where the front was well thought out, looks good and it the dial actually flips up is very nice. The back is an after thought, at least for me. Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted December 4, 2007 Author Share Posted December 4, 2007 Sorry about the delay. Let me answer some of the questions above: Price: I am not sure how much these coins will be yet, but they will definitely be under $10. Yeah, I know, that's not really saying much... Time vs. Navigation: Sundial and the star constellation represents the contract between day and night. During the day, you can use the sundial (the sun)... and flip over the coin at night and you can "see" the stars (hence glow in the dark, which by the way, the paint actually works VERY well!) Interesting question about time vs. navigation though, but you can actually navigate with a sundial, and you can tell time with the constellation (upon some research) Finishings, etc.: Two-tones plating are gold and nickel, just like the double and triple dragon geocoins. As far as quantity goes, it will either be 750 or 1000, but I'm leaning more towards 750. Also, the coin is made with zinc alloy, so it is not as heavy as my other coins. This is the only way to create the sundial geocoin with the complex design. What IS that thing at the top portion of the back of the coin? The pin mechanism consists of 3 parts: The pin, the hinge, and the back plate. When I was talking to the coin manufacturer, they explained to me that the back plate (top portion of the back of the coin) can match the same plating with the rest of the coin, but the design on it can't be too complicated. I figure a simple design at the back is probably a better idea... less production problem... However, you can't tell from samples that the back plate and the coin are 2 pieces. Quite well done really! Anyways, hope I answer most of the questions! d Quote Link to comment
+Bhob Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 The front is a sundial = time not navigation.Time is absolutely vital to navigationYou can't determine your longitude without it Quote Link to comment
+SERGIØ Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Reserved for 2 two tone. Thanks. Quote Link to comment
+Lazer Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Sent form for a two tone as well. Quote Link to comment
+0R0B0RUS Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 kewl coin! Reservation made. Quote Link to comment
+Zork V Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Will the coin work in the Sothern Hemishphere??? Quote Link to comment
+Degai Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 reservation made. Glad you have gotten things settled with the job and move. Nice web site, easy to use. Thanks. Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted December 5, 2007 Author Share Posted December 5, 2007 The coin will work as sundial will work anywhere under the sun But it will be accurate to a certain degree. Obviously, it depends on the latitude of where you are. This coin can only provide approximation, esp with a fixed degree of the gnomon (the style). Will the coin work in the Sothern Hemishphere??? Quote Link to comment
+Zork V Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 I was thinking about the otherside, we can't see the Big or Little Dipper down under. The coin will work as sundial will work anywhere under the sun But it will be accurate to a certain degree. Obviously, it depends on the latitude of where you are. This coin can only provide approximation, esp with a fixed degree of the gnomon (the style). Will the coin work in the Sothern Hemishphere??? Quote Link to comment
+Renegade Knight Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Am I missing something, no details about the coin? Size, thickness, etc.... COST? What is the top portion of the back, and forgive me but what does the stars have to do with a sundial? That way you can point it north at night. Then the next day the time will be right. Quote Link to comment
avroair Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 I have a very similar concept in the works, but the artwork is very different. Cool. Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted December 8, 2007 Author Share Posted December 8, 2007 That is great. looking forward to seeing your design. and good luck! I have a very similar concept in the works, but the artwork is very different. Cool. Quote Link to comment
+GeoPilots Posted December 9, 2007 Share Posted December 9, 2007 Would love one. But would it work in the Southern Hemisphere? Quote Link to comment
+fairyhoney Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 OOH a shaped coin . . . reservation made Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted December 10, 2007 Author Share Posted December 10, 2007 Judging from some research I have done online, seems like you can still see the big dipper from the southern hemisphere. The closer you are to the equator, the more stars you can see from the North Celestial Pole. The Southern Cross would be the guidance stars on the South side of the hemisphere. Will the coin work in the Sothern Hemishphere??? Quote Link to comment
+intolerable Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 Anxious to see how these turn out... reserved mine! Quote Link to comment
+stickerooni Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 Reservation sent. Quote Link to comment
+eklector Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 rather curious about the mechanical part of it - looking forward to getting one - reservation sent Quote Link to comment
SoCalGeocoins Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 Great looking coin, Seems like it can be a fun coin to make a puzzle around. Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted January 7, 2008 Author Share Posted January 7, 2008 (edited) Hello everyone! Hope you had a great holiday! I had taken some pictures of samples of the Sundial geocoins... hope you guys enjoy it! Note: The antique copper version will be much darker than in picture. Glow in the dark Click here to reserve these Sundial Geocoins!! Coming to you Mid-February! Edited January 7, 2008 by ozymandiasism Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted January 7, 2008 Author Share Posted January 7, 2008 (edited) dup posting Edited January 7, 2008 by ozymandiasism Quote Link to comment
+Cach-U-Nuts Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 VERY nice - these turned out beautiful !! We'll have to reserve one.....did you determine the price yet? Quote Link to comment
+intolerable Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Glad I made my reservation after seeing these, but was also wondering if the price had been determined yet. Quote Link to comment
+slippery_1 Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Reserved two...regardless of the cost...very nice design. Quote Link to comment
+Woodland Clan Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 (edited) Wow can't wait to see this in person. Reservation made... Edited January 7, 2008 by Woodland Clan Quote Link to comment
+sweetlife Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 reservation sent Cool idea for a coin. Barry and Val sweetlife Mountain, WI Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted January 7, 2008 Author Share Posted January 7, 2008 Thanks for all the kind words!!! Individual coin will be $9.50 +S/H Geocoin Set (3 finishings) will be $28 + S/H regards d Quote Link to comment
+kyk96 Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Thanks for all the kind words!!! Individual coin will be $9.50 +S/H Geocoin Set (3 finishings) will be $28 + S/H regards d These coins are beautiful! Reserved a 2-tone and a copper. Thanks!!!! Quote Link to comment
+kyk96 Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Thanks for all the kind words!!! Individual coin will be $9.50 +S/H Geocoin Set (3 finishings) will be $28 + S/H regards d These coins are beautiful! Reserved a 2-tone and a copper. Thanks!!!! Quote Link to comment
+intolerable Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Thanks for all the kind words!!! Individual coin will be $9.50 +S/H Geocoin Set (3 finishings) will be $28 + S/H regards d Right on! Is there anyway to get reminded of what we reserved? I did so when this was first posted, and can't remember what I put down for (I may want to change... really like these) Thanks! Quote Link to comment
+Evshro & son Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Reserved mine too. They look great!! My son will love it! Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted January 7, 2008 Author Share Posted January 7, 2008 Thanks for all the kind words!!! Individual coin will be $9.50 +S/H Geocoin Set (3 finishings) will be $28 + S/H regards d Right on! Is there anyway to get reminded of what we reserved? I did so when this was first posted, and can't remember what I put down for (I may want to change... really like these) Thanks! I do have a reservation list but I do not have it with me at this moment. You can make another reservation and note (in the country field, or something) that this is the updated order. Reservations is primarily for my own use so I know how many coins I should mint. However, those on the list will have the chance to buy them before general hope this helps! d Quote Link to comment
+fairyhoney Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Did you say it would have its own icon? Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted January 7, 2008 Author Share Posted January 7, 2008 Yes Did you say it would have its own icon? Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted January 30, 2008 Author Share Posted January 30, 2008 In a couple of weeks, the sundial geocoins will be here!! woohoo!!!! There is just one more thing to do.... Sundial icon. I hate doing icons, and I am not good at it. So, I am leaving the design to your capable hands!. Now, I am announcing the Sundial Geocoin Icon Contest! I will be offering a set of sundial geocoins (one of each finishing: two-tones, antique copper and antique gold) as a prize for the best icon. Rules: Submit both 16x16 and 32x32 icons as gifs. Icons need to be actual size [they should look good in small sizes] Keep in mind of the sundial theme Please submit your design to derek@dwprods.com And make sure you reserve your sundial geocoins! Quote Link to comment
+Dolfy Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 When do the icons need to sent to you by? Quote Link to comment
+ozymandiasism Posted January 30, 2008 Author Share Posted January 30, 2008 When do the icons need to sent to you by? in a week or so Quote Link to comment
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