Pizza Day

The infamous 10,000 BTC mistake is often used by Bitcoin maximalists to extoll the virtues of 'hodling' the supply-capped asset.

The two Papa John's pizzas ordered by programmer Laszlo Hanyecz in 2010 for 10,000 Bitcoin (BTC) have become infamous in the crypto world. At current market prices, those two pizzas cost Laszlo more than $978 million.

In a 2019 interview with CBS' 60 Minutes, Hanyecz recounted the event — widely regarded as the first commercial Bitcoin transaction in history:

Hanyecz's costly mistake has become a perennial meme in the crypto community as the price of Bitcoin continues to rise each cycle — often growing by an order of magnitude or more each time.

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Cointelegraph Store brings you Pizza Day merch, and luckily you don’t have to spend 10k BTC to get your hands on a piece.

Celebrate the 12th Bitcoin Pizza Day together with Cointelegraph. 

Many crypto bull runs ago, Laszlo Hanyecz, programmer and early Bitcoin (BTC) miner, made history on May 22, 2010, when he traded 10,000 BTC for two large pizzas. It was the first real-world cryptocurrency transaction and legitimized Bitcoin in a major way.

Check out Cointelegraph Store for the hottest crypto swag

Inspired by that delicious turning point in the world of global finance, the Cointelegraph Store has created a fresh new line of merch. You won’t even have to tip your driver when it arrives.

Bitcoin Pizza Apron

The Bitcoin Pizza Organic Cotton Apron is cooking up a slice of fashion for the crypto chef in your life. Shield yourself against food mishaps, heat and more kitchen conundrums with this 100% organic cotton apron complete with adjustable straps and a large front pocket with two compartments.

Bitcoin Pizza Apparel

Whether you need to stay warm or keep it cool, the CT Store has you covered. Choose between the brightly colored and unisex Bitcoin Pizza Tee, the Bitcoin Pizza Tank Top or the Bitcoin Pizza Hoodie. If pizza is just as great hot as it is cold, there’s no reason you can’t be, too.

Bitcoin Pizza Accessories

Sometimes you just need some fun crypto flavor in your life. Cozy up with the premium linen-feel Bitcoin Pizza Pillow. Carryout is a breeze with the vibrant print of the Bitcoin Pizza Tote Bag. And, never leave your food without a beverage with the Bitcoin Pizza Mug, which features a joyful pop of color on a classic ceramic coffee mug.

Celebrate Bitcoin Pizza day with the Bitcoin Pizza merch collection. Pick up some of this exclusive swag for you or anyone you know who might need a hot and fresh new look. The Cointelegraph Store is ready to process your order and deliver it hot and fresh from the oven.