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Area 51 Series - Restricted Area Geocoin


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Here is the a preview of the 2nd coin in the Area 51 Series. Its a departure from the UFO theme, but I thought it would be an interesting coin and still fits the Area 51 theme. I still have a couple new UFO type coins I'm working on that I'll be previewing soon.

 

In November 2010 Team kizb journeyed to the Nevada desert to conduct research for the Area 51 Series. As we explored the area our quest took us past "The Black Mailbox" and down Groom Lake Road where we encountered a sign warning us not to venture any further, or else. This sign is the end of the road for most of us, try traveling beyond it and you will meet the infamous Groom Lake Security Force aka "Cammo Dudes".

 

The Front of the Restricted Area Geocoin is a representation of the sign we encountered.

If you were allowed to explore the hills that surround the fabled Area 51 complex, there's know telling who or what you may meet lurking in the fog.

 

Comments welcome.

 

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A perfect followup to the UFO Coin! I've always wanted to travel to see this sign in person. The back is great! Have you thought about using a glow in the dark color for the ebe's?

 

Keep us in the loop. I want to be near the front of this reservation line!

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A perfect followup to the UFO Coin! I've always wanted to travel to see this sign in person. The back is great! Have you thought about using a glow in the dark color for the ebe's?

 

Keep us in the loop. I want to be near the front of this reservation line!

 

I hadn't considered using any glow in the dark, something I'll consider. What I am wanting to do is use transparent colors for a lot of the coin and maybe a pearl for the fog.

 

Thanks for the great feedback so far!

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I know someone who will be wanting one of these. Is the trackable information going to be on the rim, or has it just not been worked into the design yet?

 

I'm planning on working the trackable information into the design, on the sign side.

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I would love to have one too! I missed out on the UFO coin. Have there been previous coins of Area 51 series? I have only seen this one and the UFO that was just made not too long ago. Would love to see others if there are more.

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I'm in as well. Also, will there be a chance to get the all the Area 51 coins as a complete set? if so, count me in for that as well..... Just let me know when they are available, and how much/where to order....

 

Thanks,

 

Chris

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This coin will be the 2nd in the Area 51 Series. The UFO Geocoin was the first. As far as how many coins will be part of the Series, I'm not sure yet. I'm currently working on 2 other new designs, so at least 4 different coins as of now :) If you missed out on the UFO Geocoin, I will be releasing some new versions using different finishes down the road. The original four versions are sold out and will not be re-minted. Thanks

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Here's the mint art for the Area 51 Series: Restricted Area Geocoin

 

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Samples have been ordered. I'm looking at having 3 different versions, Midnight, Daybreak, and Gray.

 

I don't yet have pricing information yet, but should have it soon. At this time I'll start taking reservations. No payment is required to place a reservation.

 

To place your reservation please e-mail be at blackhillscacheshop@gmail.com with the following information:

 

Name:

GeoNick:

PayPal e-mail address:

Number of each version to reserve:

Country coins will be shipped to:

 

If you have any further questions regarding reservations or general information about this coin feel free to contact me at blackhillscacheshop@gmail.com

 

Thanks,

 

Team kizb

Edited by Team kizb
Posted

Here's the mint art for the Area 51 Series: Restricted Area Geocoin

 

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Samples have been ordered. I'm looking at having 3 different versions, Midnight, Daybreak, and Gray.

 

I don't yet have pricing information yet, but should have it soon. At this time I'll start taking reservations. No payment is required to place a reservation.

 

To place your reservation please e-mail be at blackhillscacheshop@gmail.com with the following information:

 

Name:

GeoNick:

PayPal e-mail address:

Number of each version to reserve:

Country coins will be shipped to:

 

If you have any further questions regarding reservations or general information about this coin feel free to contact me at blackhillscacheshop@gmail.com

 

Thanks,

 

Team kizb

 

are there any pictures of, or can you describe the differences in the three versions before I make a reservation?

 

ILYK
Posted

Here's the mint art for the Area 51 Series: Restricted Area Geocoin

 

1bf04258-f950-4d7b-bdb4-8034379b32fe.jpg

 

Samples have been ordered. I'm looking at having 3 different versions, Midnight, Daybreak, and Gray.

 

I don't yet have pricing information yet, but should have it soon. At this time I'll start taking reservations. No payment is required to place a reservation.

 

To place your reservation please e-mail be at blackhillscacheshop@gmail.com with the following information:

 

Name:

GeoNick:

PayPal e-mail address:

Number of each version to reserve:

Country coins will be shipped to:

 

If you have any further questions regarding reservations or general information about this coin feel free to contact me at blackhillscacheshop@gmail.com

 

Thanks,

 

Team kizb

 

are there any pictures of, or can you describe the differences in the three versions before I make a reservation?

 

ILYK

 

do you have some pictures of them,

Posted

Here's the mint art for the Area 51 Series: Restricted Area Geocoin

 

1bf04258-f950-4d7b-bdb4-8034379b32fe.jpg

 

Samples have been ordered. I'm looking at having 3 different versions, Midnight, Daybreak, and Gray.

 

I don't yet have pricing information yet, but should have it soon. At this time I'll start taking reservations. No payment is required to place a reservation.

 

To place your reservation please e-mail be at blackhillscacheshop@gmail.com with the following information:

 

Name:

GeoNick:

PayPal e-mail address:

Number of each version to reserve:

Country coins will be shipped to:

 

If you have any further questions regarding reservations or general information about this coin feel free to contact me at blackhillscacheshop@gmail.com

 

Thanks,

 

Team kizb

 

are there any pictures of, or can you describe the differences in the three versions before I make a reservation?

 

ILYK

 

I'll post the pictures of the samples once they arrive

 

Midnight - Black Nickle with a transparent #8 background

Daybreak - Antique Silver with a transparent #21 background

Gray - Black Nickle with either a transparent #8 or #21 background with Gray Aliens

Posted

We would like 1 or more but would like to wait for the sample pictures to decide exactly which finish. Hope that's OK!

 

That's fine. I just opened reservations early to start tracking request.

Posted

E-mails letting you know the status of your reservation have been sent. The samples should be shipping out to me May 16th. Thanks for all the positive feedback and input!

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The samples have arrived with some mixed results:

 

Daybreak-Antique Silver

 

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I'm happy with the way this version turned out, so it will remain the same.

 

Midnight-Black Nickle

 

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I was shooting for a darker appearance for this version so I had the mint do the plating first then add the color. Turned out a little to dark so the plating will be applied after next time.

 

Gray-Black Nickle

 

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This one turned out nice except for the lettering issues on the back. Not stoning the IHE should correct this. I may also change the sky to a darker color.

 

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