Astronomer Double Spinning Coin - Mokume

Coin of the Cosmos

As featured on Cool Hunting, the "Astronomer" Double Spinning Coin is a pocket-sized work of art that you can bring with you, anywhere. Made in USA, this project is a collaboration with graphic artist Billy French, and is inspired by the diversity of the EDC community as well as the grandeur and mysteries of the universe.

As the name suggests, the Astronomer spinning coin can be spun on both sides, wiith proper practice, you could reach over 12 minutes of mesmerizing spinning time on a spin station with a bit of contact point lubricant. This is achieved by constructing the contact points from durable Si3N4 (silicon nitride) black ceramic. Plus, each coin is meticulously hand-balanced with the 'sunny side' up. This ensures the smoothest and longest spinning capabilities.

The design of the coin is truly incredible. Each side is different, with one representing the 'sun' and the flip side bearing the mark of the 'moon'. The sun is depicted with an intricate 'eye' motif, while the exquisite 'moon' side features all the different phases of the moon. It represents the two greatest forces exerting their influence on us, and the tension and balance that exists between these titanic entities.

The designs were meticulously hand-drawn for the template. Then, each spinning coin is individually crafted from exotic mokume-gane—a traditional Japanese metalworking technique that creates organic wood-grain patterns through layered metal lamination. First developed in 17th-century in Japan, mokume-gane was originally used for swords.

This unique mokume-gane material ensures that each coin features completely unique flowing patterns, making every piece a true one-of-a-kind. These coins are truly functional works of art that you will not find anywhere else.

• Crafted from exotic mokume-gane with unique layered patterns
  
• Each coin features one-of-a-kind flowing metal grain
  
• Individually-crafted with artisan metalworking technique
  
• Double-sided spinning capability
  
• Durable black ceramic contact points
  
• Hand-balanced with 'sunny side' up
  
• Spin times beyond 12 minutes with practice
  
• One-of-a-kind sun and moon design
  
• Artwork by Billy French
  
• Diameter: 1.25"
  
• Thickness: 0.25"
  
• Weight: 0.9 oz
  
• Made in USA