+fox-and-the-hound Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 A few managed a sneak peek at GCF in Colorado of this new design, but I wanted to share it here and say thanks to those who pre-ordered on the spot after checking out the samples! For over 3 millenia people around the world have been knocking on wood to ward off bad luck, but almost nobody recalls why! While working on an upcoming coin design I ran across an odd bit of info that sent me off in a new direction with curiosity and excitement. Sure, enough there's a great story there and it's very important to geocachers, too! This new coin celebrates the legend of the Waldgeist (pronounced "vawld-guy-st") known by many names and revered as the Lord of the Forest, Greenman, Wildman, Savage Man, Woodwose, Green Jack, Jack-in-the-Green, Green George, Pan, Wakatcuna, Wakaitcu, Kodama and Canotila depending on the people and continent. All around the world this woodland spirit is the protector of nature and the punisher of those who abuse it. The specs: SPECS & FEATURES: 1.75" Diameter x 7mm Thickness (designed for 7, but calipers are showing almost 9mm actually) 3 Molds Used for the most extreme 3D 16 Soft Enamels (3 Translucents) Two-tone Metal Antique Finish Trackable at Geocaching.com Custom Icon 3 Finishes Available: 1) Antique Silver on Antique Gold 2) Antique Silver on Shiny Gold 3) Antique Silver on Antique Copper GxProxy was kind enough to produce this design and has even matched up a Proxy coin for each one and paid to even print a full color brochure with the original mint art and full story behind all the elements, secret meanings and intricacies of the design. Thanks to all the kind responses and for those who placed preorders at GCF, they're shipping out this morning and the two new finishes look awesome! I'll post some more pics shortly Quote Link to comment
+kini_ont Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 How could I resist they look "Awesome" and that doesn't quite fit the bill but it's the only word that came to mind. Quote Link to comment
Oklahoma Thunder Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That is a tremendous design. Quote Link to comment
CW88 Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Awesome looking coin Just ordered the collectors set. Quote Link to comment
+Droo Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 (edited) Gorgeous..... is it possible to still obtain one or two at this late stage? Never mind. I found the site. Thanks for the headsup. Edited October 17, 2012 by Droo Quote Link to comment
+drneal Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 if available i also would like to order one please ILYK Quote Link to comment
+fox-and-the-hound Posted October 17, 2012 Author Share Posted October 17, 2012 I believe all three finishes are still available although going fast since many were spoken for at the event. They can be still be found on the GxProxy site for now until they're sold out. They were not made in great number though. I have only see the antique gold in hand, but from the photos it appears the translucents on the shiny gold make that version the most colorful and the antique copper the most old/weathered looking of the bunch. Hard to say which is my favorite, but I think I'm favoring the copper right now Quote Link to comment
+Azure Sky Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Wow, that's a beauty! I ordered a set; I couldn't resist! Quote Link to comment
+fox-and-the-hound Posted October 17, 2012 Author Share Posted October 17, 2012 Here's the shiny gold... and the antique copper... Quote Link to comment
+GoldBugGirl Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Wow, those are very impressive! Hope to trade for one. Quote Link to comment
+nevadanick Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 (edited) Awesome. Just ordered the Collector set for my partner ... she goes 'buggy' over new coins !! Edited October 18, 2012 by nevadanick Quote Link to comment
+manu luq Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Really awesome! Quote Link to comment
+fruit baby Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 They do look fantastic! Will they send them to the UK if I order a set? Quote Link to comment
+Dolfy Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 I was lucky enough to get to see one of these at GCF and I will say that anyone who orders one will not be disappointed. It's a beauty of a coin! I can't wait to get mine! Quote Link to comment
+fox-and-the-hound Posted October 18, 2012 Author Share Posted October 18, 2012 They do look fantastic! Will they send them to the UK if I order a set? As far as I know they'll send them pretty much anywhere. They had a bunch going out all over yesterday and she mentioned Germany, Austria and Australia as destinations Quote Link to comment
+AlliedOz Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 They do look fantastic! Will they send them to the UK if I order a set? As far as I know they'll send them pretty much anywhere. They had a bunch going out all over yesterday and she mentioned Germany, Austria and Australia as destinations AlliedOz raises his hand.. Guilty for the Au purchase Quote Link to comment
+Getzie family Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 and the netherlands. Quote Link to comment
+pingos Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 and the netherlands. Me too Quote Link to comment
+yanagi Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Oh Chris, I was over my budget for this year but couldn't resist to order a set. Shame on me Quote Link to comment
+jsarche Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Somehow, I missed seeing this at GCF just a few miles from my home in Denver, but when I saw it online I couldn't resist and placed an order. Can't wait to see it as part of my collection! Quote Link to comment
+nevadanick Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Received our set today. Awesome coins and great GXProxies !!! The proxies are a great addition to the offering. Quote Link to comment
+Azure Sky Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Received my order in yesterday's mail. Looks like I have a new favorite in my collection! Absolutely amazing detail on this one! I was staring at it for the longest time; the layers, the colors...not to mention the 3D effect of the Waldgeist himself! So glad I was able to grab such an awesome coin! Quote Link to comment
+drneal Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 mine came yesterday also...thanks for the info on the waldgeist...originally when i saw the coin i thought i recognized my mother-in-law, and thought waldgeist might have been her middle name...this makes so much more sense! ILYK Quote Link to comment
+TeamEccs21 Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 I ordered a set today. Once I get them in hand and give them a good look I'll have one or two to trade if anyone is interested. Quote Link to comment
+fox-and-the-hound Posted October 23, 2012 Author Share Posted October 23, 2012 mine came yesterday also...thanks for the info on the waldgeist...originally when i saw the coin i thought i recognized my mother-in-law, and thought waldgeist might have been her middle name...this makes so much more sense! ILYK well he is said to "wear many guises" Quote Link to comment
+fox-and-the-hound Posted October 23, 2012 Author Share Posted October 23, 2012 Received my order in yesterday's mail. Looks like I have a new favorite in my collection! Absolutely amazing detail on this one! I was staring at it for the longest time; the layers, the colors...not to mention the 3D effect of the Waldgeist himself! So glad I was able to grab such an awesome coin! Thanks! I just got mine, too Admittedly, I did have a mint sample, but I just got the chance to hold all three finishes and their proxies in hand for the first time. After more than a few minutes of consideration I finally put the shiny gold up on the wall rack (the only place Moun10girl lets me display my work downstairs anymore) which has limited space so I had to retire another coin from it's space but onward and upward and this one definitely was a step forward for me I hope. Looking forward to activating one now, too! btw, I apologize if the icon wasn't showing up on newly activated ones... I just sent the icons to Groundspeak this morning. In all the excitement I completed them weeks ago, but complete forgot to submit them! sorry Quote Link to comment
+Frozen Buns Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Received my order in yesterday's mail. Looks like I have a new favorite in my collection! Absolutely amazing detail on this one! I was staring at it for the longest time; the layers, the colors...not to mention the 3D effect of the Waldgeist himself! So glad I was able to grab such an awesome coin! Thanks! I just got mine, too Admittedly, I did have a mint sample, but I just got the chance to hold all three finishes and their proxies in hand for the first time. After more than a few minutes of consideration I finally put the shiny gold up on the wall rack (the only place Moun10girl lets me display my work downstairs anymore) which has limited space so I had to retire another coin from it's space but onward and upward and this one definitely was a step forward for me I hope. Looking forward to activating one now, too! btw, I apologize if the icon wasn't showing up on newly activated ones... I just sent the icons to Groundspeak this morning. In all the excitement I completed them weeks ago, but completely forgot to submit them! sorry The inventory at GxProxy.com is quickly being depleted so I hope that anyone still thinking about purchasing one or the set place their orders soon. We will be at the Going Coastal event in a couple of weeks and I am trying to save a few to show and sell there. Thanks everyone for the comments, I have to admit it turned out so much better than I could have hoped. Most are measuring 8.5+ mm thick (.34 inches) wow. Quote Link to comment
+broncobob9 Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 I was lucky enough to buy the Collector's Edition Set + the Discovered signed book and coin from Frozen Buns at GxProxy at the TAG Fall Fest event last weekend at Greenleaf State Park in Oklahoma. These are the best looking coins I have ever seen. It was great meeting Beverly, too (thanks for spending so much time with us!) Quote Link to comment
CW88 Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Just got my set today and they look great Quote Link to comment
+Getzie family Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Me to verry nice coins thanks. Quote Link to comment
+kini_ont Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Just received my set and all I can say is "Dang" those are the best ever. Quote Link to comment
+TeamEccs21 Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 My set arrived last week I'm keeping the copper and still have a shiny gold available for trade if anyone is interested. Quote Link to comment
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