Introduction
Trading card manufacturer Cardsmiths has launched its most ambitious crypto-collectible set yet, with Currency Series 5 featuring five cards redeemable for a full Bitcoin each—currently valued at over $100,000 per redemption. The release marks the company’s largest-ever selection of cryptocurrency redemption cards, with packs starting at just $37 and already generating life-changing windfalls for lucky collectors who have turned modest investments into six-figure crypto payouts.
Key Points
- Five cards in the set are redeemable for 1 full Bitcoin each, worth over $100,000 at current prices
- Crypto redemption cards appear in approximately 1 out of every 96 packs, with packs starting at $37 for two
- The company accepts cryptocurrency payments via BitPay and has future Currency series in development
Record Demand for High-Stakes Crypto Collectibles
Cardsmiths’ latest Currency Series 5 trading card collection has generated unprecedented consumer interest, with CEO Steven Loney confirming to Decrypt that demand has “exceeded all prior releases.” The set represents a significant expansion of the company’s crypto redemption program, offering five separate cards that can each be redeemed for one full Bitcoin, along with additional cards redeemable for Ethereum, Litecoin, and Dogecoin. This marks the manufacturer’s largest-ever selection of cryptocurrency redemption opportunities in a single release.
The cards are available through select retailers and the Cardsmiths website, with the most accessible entry point being a $37 box containing two packs. Each pack contains five trading cards, putting the potential for a six-figure Bitcoin redemption within reach of collectors spending less than $20 per pack. According to data from the product page, crypto redemption cards appear in approximately 1 of every 96 packs, creating a compelling risk-reward proposition that has captured both traditional trading card enthusiasts and crypto investors.
From Modest Packs to Life-Changing Windfalls
The allure of Cardsmiths’ Currency series lies in its demonstrated track record of transforming small investments into substantial crypto holdings. Multiple collectors have already documented their success stories, including one user who pulled a full Bitcoin redemption card from a $50 pack of the Holiday Currency set earlier this year. With Bitcoin’s price exceeding $100,000 at redemption, this represented a return of over 2,000 times the initial investment.
Perhaps the most dramatic example occurred in August, when a GameStop customer discovered a Bitcoin redemption card valued at approximately $115,000 from a pack costing around $13. This nearly 9,000-fold return demonstrates the extreme volatility—both in pack prices and potential payouts—that characterizes the intersection of collectibles and cryptocurrency. Other GameStop patrons have shared similar success stories, benefiting from the video game retailer’s expansion into collectibles featuring Cardsmiths’ products.
Artistic Collaboration and Premium Collectibles
Beyond the crypto redemption opportunities, Currency Series 5 distinguishes itself through enhanced artistic collaboration and exclusive collectibles. Cardsmiths worked with notable artists including Gunship Revolution Studios, Jon McTavish, and renowned street artist Mr. Brainwash to create distinctive visual designs that elevate the cards beyond mere financial instruments. This artistic investment reflects the company’s commitment to creating items that hold value both as redeemable assets and as collectible art.
The series also introduces a non-redeemable 1/1 Bitcoin trading card designed as a premier collectible within the set. As CEO Steven Loney explained, “From the beginning, our goal was to create truly unique ‘One of One’ cards for each Currency release. Bitcoin remains the most recognized and valuable cryptocurrency, so it was a natural choice for this concept.” This approach balances immediate financial utility with long-term collectible value, appealing to different segments of the collecting community.
Cryptocurrency Integration and Future Expansion
Cardsmiths has deepened its integration with the cryptocurrency ecosystem through its partnership with BitPay, allowing customers to purchase Currency Series 5 packs using Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Circle’s dollar-backed stablecoin USDC. This creates a circular economy where collectors can use existing crypto holdings to acquire packs that might contain even more valuable cryptocurrency redemptions.
The company shows no signs of slowing its crypto-collectible innovation, with Loney confirming that “Currency is our tentpole IP, and development on future sets, including Currency Series 6, is already underway.” He added that “we have a good handful of exciting launches on the horizon,” suggesting that the convergence of physical collectibles and digital assets will continue to evolve. As of Friday afternoon, supplies of Currency Series 5 remained available on the manufacturer’s website, giving collectors ongoing access to what has become one of the most talked-about intersections of traditional collecting and cryptocurrency investment.
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