[WTS] The Times 2009.01.03 newspaper - very rare - authentic - certified

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Quote from: Eclipse33 on March 31, 2024, 12:46:04 AM

What 3rd party agency would you use to get this "graded" for lack of a better term.

I know that CGC does comic books, PCGS does coins, who would do newspapers?

Would you consider getting this paper slabbed up, it may increase the appeal.

I already have a certificate of authenticity from the collector firm I got it from, but serious buyers can get it checked at any reputable venue of their choice. (preferably in europe).

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What 3rd party agency would you use to get this "graded" for lack of a better term.

I know that CGC does comic books, PCGS does coins, who would do newspapers?

Would you consider getting this paper slabbed up, it may increase the appeal.

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Quote from: frankbitcoin on March 21, 2024, 12:23:15 AM

holy shite. you don't come across this often, if ever at all.

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The rarest artifact of Bitcoin history imo.

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Quote from: haloxon on March 21, 2024, 03:14:25 AM

what is the difference between the standard edition and the 'Scotland edition' (top right corner)?
does this difference affect the value?

Nothing in terms of content only that mark. (mind we don't know which version satoshi had, but doesn't really make a difference imo).

Most likely it's even more rare.

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what is the difference between the standard edition and the 'Scotland edition' (top right corner)?
does this difference affect the value?

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holy shite. you don't come across this often, if ever at all.

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"Israel prepares to launch ground offensive on Gaza"

plus ça change

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There's only 1 other listing of this newspaper on this forum for 22BTC without pics. Shocked

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Quote from: desired_username on January 30, 2024, 04:48:21 PM

Bumpety bump.

Where are all the early adopters? Grin

On an island with little to no internet service I would be

nice piece good luck with your sale

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Bumpety bump.

Where are all the early adopters? Grin

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Quote from: aoluain on January 20, 2024, 01:32:58 PM

Quote from: Prestonx89 on January 19, 2024, 09:12:40 AM

Quote from: rsincognito on January 17, 2024, 08:18:26 PM

Makes you wonder how many people were packing their house up on that date to move or packing any items to move and that paper ended up getting wrapped up with some fine China or something like that to protect it from breaking. Lol there must be hoarders who have copies sitting around their house and they never even know it’s true value..

Absolutely, there will be more than a couple these sitting in peoples attics used as wrapping paper, propping up tables and lining out boxes, that’s just a safe assumption to make. Will they be in a bad shape? Of course, but is there more existing than the couple we know of? Guaranteed

I wouldnt say there are many left in perfect condition or other than wrapping paper,
thats the nature of newsprint, they are really designed for a day or couple of days and
a newer one is out then.

Regarding the OP's copy, its kind of a pity that it was on display and that the front page
got discoloured, UV light is the no.1 enemy of newsprint.

GLWS though for the OP, these are true gems

I have the one in display framed, but I want to sell another which has not been exposed to any light. This is why I've written in the original post that if someone interested ask for high res pictures, as I don't want to remove the other one from its protective case without good reason.

Also, even the one which is framed is not discoloured significantly in person. (mind that these newspapers aren't pure white when new)

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Quote from: Prestonx89 on January 19, 2024, 09:12:40 AM

Quote from: rsincognito on January 17, 2024, 08:18:26 PM

Makes you wonder how many people were packing their house up on that date to move or packing any items to move and that paper ended up getting wrapped up with some fine China or something like that to protect it from breaking. Lol there must be hoarders who have copies sitting around their house and they never even know it’s true value..

Absolutely, there will be more than a couple these sitting in peoples attics used as wrapping paper, propping up tables and lining out boxes, that’s just a safe assumption to make. Will they be in a bad shape? Of course, but is there more existing than the couple we know of? Guaranteed

I wouldnt say there are many left in perfect condition or other than wrapping paper,
thats the nature of newsprint, they are really designed for a day or couple of days and
a newer one is out then.

Regarding the OP's copy, its kind of a pity that it was on display and that the front page
got discoloured, UV light is the no.1 enemy of newsprint.

GLWS though for the OP, these are true gems

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Quote from: rsincognito on January 17, 2024, 08:18:26 PM

Makes you wonder how many people were packing their house up on that date to move or packing any items to move and that paper ended up getting wrapped up with some fine China or something like that to protect it from breaking. Lol there must be hoarders who have copies sitting around their house and they never even know it’s true value..

Absolutely, there will be more than a couple these sitting in peoples attics used as wrapping paper, propping up tables and lining out boxes, that’s just a safe assumption to make. Will they be in a bad shape? Of course, but is there more existing than the couple we know of? Guaranteed

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Quote from: Lesbian Cow on January 17, 2024, 07:06:35 PM

That's actually a reasonable price. Best of luck, would also love to see photos.

Thanks. I'll upload pics this afternoon.

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Quote from: rsincognito on January 17, 2024, 08:18:26 PM

Makes you wonder how many people were packing their house up on that date to move or packing any items to move and that paper ended up getting wrapped up with some fine China or something like that to protect it from breaking. Lol there must be hoarders who have copies sitting around their house and they never even know it’s true value..

Most people trashed them within a few days of getting it. Based on my estimations, less than 50 of this issue exists by now in acceptable condition globally.

I even contacted the times and they only have one copy which they can't sell.

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Quote from: bitbollo on January 17, 2024, 07:41:47 PM

Did you get during original emission or you find later?

I obtained it about 4 years after.

Most people cannot comprehend how rare these papers are. I've been relentlessly hunting them for 10+ years, with no stones unturned including contact with newspaper collectors all over the planet.

Pretty sure good condition examples of these will worth millions of USD within 20 years. Normally I wouldn't even sell it, but I need funding for one of my projects. Sad

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Makes you wonder how many people were packing their house up on that date to move or packing any items to move and that paper ended up getting wrapped up with some fine China or something like that to protect it from breaking. Lol there must be hoarders who have copies sitting around their house and they never even know it’s true value..

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Did you get during original emission or you find later?

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That's actually a reasonable price. Best of luck, would also love to see photos.

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