Stack's Bowers Galleries will auction a funded Casascius 0.5 BTC physical token minted on July 4, 2013. The token is set to appear in the June 2026 Showcase Auction, scheduled for a Thursday. The minting date marks the 237th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
A Rare Physical Bitcoin
Casascius tokens are physical representations of bitcoin. This one holds 0.5 BTC, and it was funded at creation. Physical bitcoins like this one were popular in the early 2010s, when collectors and enthusiasts wanted a tangible way to own the digital currency. The token’s minting date—July 4—gives it an extra layer of symbolism.
The Independence Day Connection
July 4, 2013, wasn’t just any summer day. It was the 237th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. For some collectors, that alignment adds historical weight to an already scarce item. The token’s provenance ties a piece of cryptocurrency history to a cornerstone of American history.
What the Auction Means
Stack’s Bowers Galleries is handling the sale as part of its June 2026 Showcase Auction. The company hasn’t released an estimate or reserve price. But physical Casascius coins have drawn strong interest in past sales, especially those with early minting dates and intact funding. This token checks both boxes.
Thursday’s auction will be the moment the market puts a number on it. Until then, the token sits as a time capsule from a moment when bitcoin was still finding its footing—and when a holiday known for fireworks also marked a piece of crypto history.
