Ordinal Maxi Biz

Ordinal Maxi Biz (OMB), a collection of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) inscribed on the Bitcoin blockchain, stands out as a significant cultural and artistic phenomenon. This survey note aims to provide a comprehensive overview, drawing from recent analyses and market observations, to elucidate its creation, characteristics, community impact, and broader implications as of March 9, 2025.

Creation and Artistic Foundation
OMB was initiated in 2023, with research suggesting it was crafted by ZK Shark, an advocate for Bitcoin Ordinals, in collaboration with artists Tony Tafuro and Nullish. The collection comprises 5,141 hand-drawn profile picture (PFP) NFTs, each distinguished by unique visual traits, particularly eye colors, which are tied to specific historical Bitcoin blocks.

For instance, blue-eyed OMBs are linked to block 78, mined by Hal Finney, a pivotal figure in Bitcoin’s early days, while green-eyed OMBs correspond to block 9, associated with Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin. This connection to Bitcoin’s genesis blocks imbues each NFT with a historical significance, transforming them into digital artifacts that preserve the legacy of cryptocurrency’s formative years.

Technical and Aesthetic Details
Each OMB is inscribed on the Bitcoin blockchain using the Ordinals protocol, a method that allows data to be embedded directly onto satoshis, the smallest unit of Bitcoin. The hand-drawn nature of the PFPs, featuring sketches of heads with distinctive eye colors, adds an artistic layer, with traits such as red, blue, green, and orange eyes classifying different series within the collection.

This meticulous design process, as noted in auction descriptions from Christie’s (Christie’s Auction Details), ensures each piece is a one-of-one, enhancing its rarity and appeal.