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open edition
What does open edition mean?
A mint where an unlimited number can be minted within a set window (or other variable), so supply is determined by demand and time rather than a fixed cap.
"It was an open edition, so thousands minted before the timer ran out."
Origin
Print/art 'open edition' concept applied to time-boxed NFT drops.
Frequently asked questions
What is an open edition NFT?
It's a drop where an unlimited number can be minted within a set time window, so final supply is set by demand rather than a fixed cap.
What does OE stand for in NFTs?
OE is short for open edition, a mint with no hard supply limit that stays open until a timer runs out.
Are open editions a good investment?
They can be hit or miss — unlimited supply means value depends heavily on demand, and many open editions lose value after the mint closes.
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