They release 2,000 bitcoin by sacrificing two rare coins after 13 years part II The dilemma of owning and redeeming these pieces became evident in June 2025, as reported by CriptoNoticias. It was then that the collector John Galt broke the seal of a 100 bitcoin bar. Galt explained on Reddit that it was quite difficult for him to maintain an asset valued at over 1 million dollars, until he finally sold them for an amount exceeding USD 10 million.

His experience exemplifies the psychological pressure faced by pioneering hodlers. To date, more than 10,000 coins have been redeemed, but about 18,000 remain intact, collectively hoarding hundreds of millions of dollars, according to data from the Casascius tracker. For their owners, keeping them sealed is a test of endurance over saving in BTC, as redemption always carries the risk of regret if the price of Bitcoin continues to climb.