Another chance to own the meme; a hand-drawn replica of the original Buy Bitcoin sign, by the Bitcoin Sign Guy, Christian Langalis.

A run of 21 replica editions was created in 2019. They have all sold out for an average realized price of 0.8 BTC. The works have been widely collected among the Bitcoin community, and have been found on display in the offices of Chaincode Labs, Castle Island Ventures, Morgan Creek, Pubkey NYC, Coin Center, Blockchain Capital, and Paradigm, and in the private homes of other high-profile Bitcoiners.

This piece is #10 of the 21 replica editions.

Hastily drawn on a yellow legal pad, this iconic drawing marked Bitcoin’s intrusion into the global monetary landscape. The sign is one of few widely-recognized physical Bitcoin artifacts, given Bitcoin’s virtual nature. Beloved by Bitcoin enthusiasts, the sign has spawned countless memes, derivative works, and imitation stunts. Mrs. Yellen has maintained vocal criticism of Bitcoin.

"The ‘Buy Bitcoin Sign’ is one of, if not the most legendary pieces of Bitcoin memorabilia. Up there with The Times Chancellor newspaper but who knows how many of those are out there."

- cryptograffiti

"An unidentified man held up a sign saying “buy bitcoin” during Fed Chair Janet Yellen’s testimony Wednesday before the House Financial Services Committee. Bitcoin subsequently climbed toward session highs and traded 3.7 percent higher, at $2,418.46, as of 2:27 p.m. ET, according to CoinDesk. The unidentified bitcoin proponent, whose stunt was visible on television, was removed from the hearing room. Holding up the sign violates the House committee’s rules. Committee staffers told CNBC they didn’t know the man’s name."

- CNBC, News Article - July 12, 2017


Editions strictly limited at 21. Each is time-stamped on Bitcoin to verify authenticity. Buyer will receive a Certificate of Authenticity through Verisart.

Also included in this auction is a 1 of 1 original piece by Maxis Club by Redy depicting the historic moment Christian held up the "Buy Bitcoin" during Yellon's congressional testimony.

Two other pieces are included in this auction: a descriptive placard and a framed photo of that iconic moment in Bitcoin history.

This Lot Includes:

The “Buy Bitcoin” Sign #10/21:

• Dimensions: 13 1/2” x 17 1/2” x 2" (in)
• Weight: 3 lbs
• Materials: Ink drawing on legal pad. Framed in an elegant black shadow box with UV resistant museum glass.
• Item Type: Art Collectible

MaxisClub 1 of 1 signed piece:

• 13 1/4“ by 17 ¼“ x ¾” framed art

Congressional Hearing framed photo:

• 6” x 8” x ½” framed photo

Placard:

• 5’ x 2 ½ “ x ½” wood placard

Note: This is NOT the original Bitcoin Sign. The original was auctioned here.

Free domestic and worldwide shipping. Buyer has the option to purchase full coverage insurance.

NO RESERVE

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