Theotokos Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Well, I wasn't sure I wanted to post this with so many wonderful new coins coming out...but I just couldn't resist as I'm too impatient. The sample pictures aren't very good and I wish I could take better photos but I just can't. We still have some work to do but hopefully we can get it all worked out soon. These started out as a new personal coin but in the end I decided to go the other route and not have our name on it. We'll work on a personal coin another time. So, how did this all come about? Well, our Surname means dragon German: from Middle High German trache, drache ‘dragon’, hence probably a habitational name for someone who lived at a house distinguished by the sign of a dragon, or a nickname for someone with a fierce or fiery temperament. - (They hit that on the head) Anyway, maybe that's why I've always been fascinated by the myth surrounding my favorite constellation - Draco. Draco is a constellation that winds around the little dipper and is its brightest in the month of August - the month of my birth as well – coincidence? I think not . You can see this constellation everyday just like Andromenda. Dragons often played a role in myths and legends. In these stories the gods would often battle the dragons for control of the Earth. When defeated, the dragons were flung up into the skies. The most famous myth calls this Dragon Ladon. Ladon was a dragon that guarded the golden apples on a tree in a garden tended by the Hesperides, the daughters of Atlas. Hercules was sent to obtain the apples while under pledge to Eurystheus. He learned from Nereus that he could not pluck the apples himself, but must get help from Atlas. Hercules shot and killed Ladon with an arrow, making way for Atlas to enter and pluck the golden apples. The goddess Hera was greatly distressed by the death of Ladon and placed the dragon in the heavens. This coin represents Draco in the heavens always visible over all the Earth. Again, it seemed very fitting as a personal coin design and yet I thought it might be even better without our tag on it. So that's it and I hope you like them. Quote Link to comment
+DaFunkyFrogs Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 fabulous looking coin............Mrs.Frog saw the Copper 1 and we love it.......hopefully it will come out around the 1st of the month......cant wait to see the real thing...Thanks... Quote Link to comment
+steel city babes Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Wow, I really like the copper and bronze it makes the dragon really jump off the coin....Nicely done Quote Link to comment
+BlueMotmot Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Those are incredible!! Quote Link to comment
+gardengorilla Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Beautiful artwork, clever design...you've outdone yourself this time Theotokos! Quote Link to comment
+LadeBear68 Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Wow. Those are gorgeous. What are the changes to be made? Quote Link to comment
+tsunrisebey Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Very cool, I'd add that to my collection Quote Link to comment
+DJ.J.ROCK Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Great design!!! I love it!!! Keep me updated, Id love to add this to my collection of coins you have minted, I think I have one of every design that Ive liked of yours so far half thanks to you for the nice gifts!!! p.s. I still plan on sending you something..but its not time yet. Quote Link to comment
+Cheesy pigs Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Why must you taunt me with fabulous designs? This coin is amazing. Well done And you included Tasmania in your world map (many brownie points for that!). Quote Link to comment
+teamhaynes Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I am definitely interested in your coin. When will it go on sale Quote Link to comment
+sweetlife Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Awesome Coin Again Thetokos, We can see what you mean about not sure if you want it as a personal or to leave that out. Either way we love the Copper one. Cant wait till the sale, and when these come to life. Job well Done again Quote Link to comment
+Droo Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Haven't been buying many coins of late but this one will force me to bust open the piggy bank and try to snap up 1 or 2. Nice work. Quote Link to comment
+Tank Hounds Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Love that coin! Awesome! Hopefully you'll be trading or selling somewhere! Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 SWEET! I knew you would say that. Great coin & story John!! Quote Link to comment
+MustangJoni Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 That is awesome! I love it! Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 (edited) Burp Edited April 3, 2009 by GPX Navigators Quote Link to comment
+Shadow's Friend Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 The coins are Beautiful!!! Quote Link to comment
+Sparticus06 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I really really really really really really really really really really really really really really hope I am able to get one. Absolutely stunning. Gotta love dragons Quote Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Great design. Will these be sold at CH Quality again? Quote Link to comment
+kini_ont Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I can only hope there are enough of these for everyone, this has got to be a hearts' desire coin, well done Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 (edited) Thanks everyone for the kind comments. Once we get them in I'll definitely post the sales links. Now, the copper dragon coin was going to be my trade only but it seems to be popular so I'll probably change to something else and make the copper available when they go on sale. Wow. Those are gorgeous. What are the changes to be made? One thing is the wraparound effect that needs to be worked on...it's pretty much non-existent on the top and doesn't match well on the tail. I was also looking at changing some metals variations around. I am definitely interested in your coin. When will it go on sale Not sure exactly when but as soon as we get some changes back from the mint we will go to production... Edited April 3, 2009 by Theotokos Quote Link to comment
+The Amigos Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I can't wait to see the changes. This is going to be a beautiful coin! Thank you for all the work! Quote Link to comment
+cache_in_hand Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Kudos on the coin! Will definately have to keep an eye on this thread, because I sure wouldn't want to miss out on the sale. Quote Link to comment
+Crowesfeat30 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Whoa!!! I cannot say how happy I am that you will be making the copper one available! Looking forward to sale information. CF30 Quote Link to comment
+Team Black-Cat Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Oh, oh, OH! I really like this coin. Great job! Quote Link to comment
+sunsetmeadowlark Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Wow, I'm definitely going to have to get a set of these! Quote Link to comment
+die_anita Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Wow!! I really love the copper one and must have it You did a great work! Can't wait to get them! Quote Link to comment
+ThePetersTrio Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Very nice job. Can't wait to see the changes. Quote Link to comment
+Beleman Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Great coins! I must have one of each Design! Quote Link to comment
+Vanelle Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Draco is also one of the top 10 largest constellations in the night sky. Great design. Looking forward to seeing them come out. Quote Link to comment
+Ilonka1980 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I would definitely buy a full set! Awesome! Quote Link to comment
+BrierPatch Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Nice coin I like the 3d Quote Link to comment
+fuzziebear3 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Wow, that is truly amazing. I like the copper one the best. Quote Link to comment
+ThirstyMick Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Wow, those are gorgeous I'm drooling... Quote Link to comment
+PLnauta Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Beautiful artwork. These are probably a bestseller (another one ), and we are only at the beginning of 2009. What a great season for geocoin collectors. I'm in for a couple. Paulo Quote Link to comment
+teamhaynes Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I haven't bought any sets yet... but I would love a complete set of these. Great Job on the design. The Dragon reminds me of the old animated hobbit movie dragon Quote Link to comment
+Belfrypotters Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Wow, that copper is gorgeous. With one other exception I'm not usually a huge copper fan (and I can hear most of you thinking "what, is she nuts!?") but that one is a must-have. Quote Link to comment
+drneal Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Waiting and hoping for a copper...nicely done coin! ILYK Quote Link to comment
+FScout Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Outstanding coins! Hope to get at least one. Quote Link to comment
+fairyhoney Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I LOVE your coin ! ! ! Quote Link to comment
+Jackalgirl Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 Very, very, very nice! I'm looking forward to seeing these for sale. : ) Quote Link to comment
+Pabloturtle Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 Excellent looking coin. Great job! Quote Link to comment
+Jedi Cacher Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 I love Dragons! What an excellent design! This is one of the best coins I have seen in awhile. Quote Link to comment
+River Cacher Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 How did i miss seeing this amazing coin. Great Job Quote Link to comment
+Tha Saint Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 wow, great design & look. that copper one really pops... Quote Link to comment
ChuckNAnge Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 I love the dragon design! I definitely want at least one.... Quote Link to comment
MotoCycleBoi Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Great Geocoin! Love it. Quote Link to comment
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