Cardsmiths Currency Trading Cards Series 4 is packed with creative designs, rare foils, crypto-themed redemptions, and vibrant parallels. But for first-time collectors, it can be a lot to take in.
This guide walks through everything you might find when opening a Series 4 pack — from Base to Gemstone Refractor™ variants and Bitcoin 1/1 cards, so you know exactly what you’re looking at.
Basic Set Overview
Cards feature original art with themes drawn from currency, history, and science. Each Series 4 pack contains cards drawn from a total of 80 unique card designs, including:
- 70 Regular base cards
- 10 Short Print (SP) base cards
On top of these, there are some ultra-rare cards, which we will discuss later on.
Variants
For each of the 80 card designs, there are 5 types of unnumbered variants. Base variant cards are guaranteed in every pack, and, all things considered, the rest variants here are quite easy to pull. The following are the published pull odds: Collector Parallel Rainbow Holofoil 1:3, Collector Parallel Matrix Holofoil 1:3, Collector Parallel Iced Foil 1:3
1. Base
- Feature unique designs without foiled surfaces
- SP (Short Print) base cards are more limited
2. Rainbow Holofoil
- A holographic rainbow sheet overlays the artwork
3. Iced Foil
- Features a foil logo on the back instead of the artwork.
- In the photo below, Yield Farming is an Iced Foil variant and Jacob Beam is a base.
4. Crystal Sparkle Foil
- Salt-like holographic sparkles with no border, creating a floating art effect
5. Matrix Holofoil
- Square patterns in the foil give it a digital look
Gemstone Refractor™
On top of the unnumbered variants, each card also has 13 Gemstone Refractor™ (aka gems) variants. These variants have unique patterns in the front, and a serial number etched in the back; when you pull one you will know it!
Here is a list of the Gemstone Refractors and their print runs:
| Variant Name | Print Run |
| Beryl | 149 |
| Emerald | 99 |
| Garnet | 75 |
| Silver | 50 |
| Amethyst | 49 |
| Opal | 45 |
| Jade | 45 |
| Citrine | 40 |
| Ruby | 25 |
| Aquamarine | 15 |
| Gold | 10 |
| Sapphire | 5 |
| Onyx | 1 |
It is important to note that some gems are exclusive to the type of box you purchased:
- Jade can exclusively be found from packs of Collector Boxes (2 packs = 10 cards)
- Opal can exclusively be found from packs of Mega Boxes (8 packs = 40 cards)
In the collector’s lingo, the card with lowest serial number (1/X) is called Alpha and the one with the highest (X/X) Omega. These are unofficial terms, but usually will make those cards more valuable.
Special subsets: Meta Rares, Cold Foils, Exclusives, Double-Sides Holofoils and other exotic cards
Meta Rare Cards (MR)
There are five Meta Rare cards in Series 4:
- MR-1: Bitcoin
- MR-2: Year of the Rabbit
- MR-3: Astrolabe
- MR-4: Satoshi Nakamoto
- MR-5: Ethereum
These feature rainbow prismatic foils and full-art designs, such as the one shown below.
Cold Foils (CF)
Each Cold Foil card is double-sided with stylized currency art. These have no text, just a number that looks like bank notes. Series 4 has the following Cold Foils:
- Satoshi
- Babbages
- Abraham Lincoln
- Mansa Musa
- Cleopatra
- Leibert
Double-Sided Holofoils (DSHF)
These are enhanced versions of standard base cards with holographic foiling on both sides, and include:
- Bhutan Ngultrum
- 1899 $1 Silver Certificate
- German 100 Deutsche Mark
- 1896 $5 Educational Note
- Suriname 5 Gulden
DSHF cards are serial-numbered, are very rare and considered premium inserts.
Bitcoin 1/1 & 1/21 Cards:
There are 22 unique Bitcoin cards in Series 4:
- One 1/1 card
- 21 unique cards numbered X/21
These are one-of-a-kind or extremely limited, making them top-tier collector items.
Bigfoot Cryptoids
Mysterious cards that can be found in packs. Nobody knows their origin or print runs. Read our dedicated post on Currency Cryptoids to learn more.
Redemption Cards
Some packs may contain special Redemption Cards. Scratch the panel to reveal a hidden crypto prize:
- 0.001 to 1 Bitcoin (BTC)
- Litecoin (LTC), Ethereum (ETH), or Dogecoin (DOGE)
Prizes are redeemable via the Cardsmiths redemption page.
Here is the official checklist for your collection!
As you can see, there is a lot to learn, and Cardsmiths Series 4 isn’t just about art — it’s a modern take on the classic chase card format with crypto prizes, serialized inserts, and hobby-exclusive foils.
Whether you’re here for the Bitcoin redemption cards, the gnomes, the Gemstone Refractors™, or the gold, this set offers one of the most diverse collecting experiences available in the hobby today.
Cardsmiths Currency Series 4 – FAQ
What is Cardsmiths Currency Series 4?
Currency Series 4 is the fourth installment in Cardsmiths’ luxury trading card line inspired by fictional global currencies. It includes new card designs, precious gemstone parallels, crypto redemptions, and limited serialized print runs.
What types of card variants are in Series 4?
Series 4 features multiple tiers of variants including base, iced foil, rainbow holofoil, crystal sparkle foil and serialized Gemstone Refractor™ editions. Some of the rarest inserts include redemption cards for real-world Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
What are Gemstone Refractor cards in Currency?
Gemstone Refractor™ cards are premium numbered variants in Series 4 that incorporate foil effects and design elements themed around precious stones. These are some of the most visually stunning and limited inserts in the release.
Are cryptocurrency redemption cards included?
Yes. Select packs in Series 4 may include redemption cards for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies. These redemptions can range from small denominations to highly valuable one-off rewards.
How rare are the numbered cards in Series 4?
Some cards in Series 4 are individually numbered to print runs as low as 10, 5, or even 1-of-1. These serialized editions are among the most sought-after by high-end collectors.
Where can I find a checklist for Cardsmiths Currency?
Check out fan sites like HoloHoard.com which compile detailed checklists, track variant types, and provide early looks at unreleased cards.
