Celebrity Mint, a pioneering company in sports collectibles, has teamed up with renowned trading card designer Tyson Beck to launch an innovative series of silver legal tender trading coins featuring NBA icon Dennis Rodman. Beck, celebrated for his transformative designs in the trading card realm, is making a significant entry into the collectibles market with this unique release, which includes a 1 oz. silver coin available in five dynamic designs, each personally signed by Rodman and limited to just 400 pieces globally.
Launch of the Collection
The official unveiling of these remarkable designs took place at The 45th National Sports Collectors Convention held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Chicago. The collection will be available for purchase starting at 12 p.m. on August 20 at celebritymint.com and tysonbeck.com.
Creative Vision Behind the Coins
“This being my inaugural coin project, I am particularly captivated by how distinct it is from any other collectible I’ve produced before,” Beck remarked. “Creating a legal tender coin for Dennis Rodman, a figure who has consistently challenged norms and reshaped the concept of an icon, allowed me to channel his vibrant energy and unique personality through a new artistic medium. I aimed for each detail to embody the wild creativity and bold spirit that Dennis brought to basketball, and I am thrilled for collectors to engage with this in an unprecedented way.”
Design Inspirations
Beck’s lively designs reflect the iconic hairstyles that Rodman showcased during his 14-year NBA career. Known for his colorful artistry that commemorates pivotal moments and figures in sports, Beck created five distinct designs for the series. Each piece honors Rodman’s legacy, which includes five NBA championships and induction into the Hall of Fame, while also celebrating his unmatched style and larger-than-life persona.
Details of the Coin Series
The new collection of pure silver legal tender coins comprises:
- 249 Base Silver (1 oz. pure silver, autographed by Dennis Rodman)
- 91 Chase Red (1 oz. pure silver, autographed by Dennis Rodman)
- 49 Chase “Chi-Town” (1 oz. pure silver, autographed by Dennis Rodman)
- 10 Chase Vivid (1 oz. pure silver, autographed by Dennis Rodman)
- 1 of 1 Gilded Silver “Gold Animal” (1 oz. pure silver, autographed by Dennis Rodman)
Each coin will be sold as part of a $299.99 mystery pack, providing collectors with the excitement of discovering one of the five striking witness-signed designs, ranging from the classic Base Silver to the ultra-rare 1-of-1 Gilded Silver “Gold Animal.”
Celebrity Mint’s Vision
“We feel immense excitement each time we announce our latest collection of legal tender collectibles, and we’re honored to collaborate with such a legendary figure in sports and one of the leading sports card artists in the industry,” stated Kenny Duncan Jr., co-founder of Celebrity Mint. “Launching these coins at The National was an ideal way to present these commemorative items to the public. Our objective remains to broaden the appeal of numismatics and to introduce new fans to the collectible world with each collection we unveil.”
About Celebrity Mint
Established in 2023 by the Duncan Group, spearheaded by brothers Kenny and Matthew Duncan of Houston’s leading U.S Coins and Jewelry, Celebrity Mint represents the intersection of coin collecting and sports memorabilia. The brand is at the forefront of a new era in collectibles, introducing legal tender trading coins—precious metal coins reimagined as trading cards. Celebrity Mint’s mission is to transform the collectibles landscape by merging the allure of precious metals with the legacies of sports legends and iconic celebrities.
