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Dime Dilemma Wood Puzzle | The Perfect Puzzle for Your Desk

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Precio normal$14.75

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All standard orders normally ship within 1 business day.

Custom orders normally ship within 2 business days.

Descripción

Can you insert the dime into the large circular area? The 10 cent challenge is whether you can do it in 5 minutes. Very few people will accomplish this! Its alot harder than it may look......
This puzzle is related to our very popular 10 Penny puzzle, but it is more difficult. It is also related to Circle Pack 13, though not quite as difficult.
Based on circle packing mathematics where the area of each piece increases by an area equal to the #1 circle. Although we did slightly modify the #1,4, and 10 pieces to take up any rattle room. We believe there is only one solution which is provided with the puzzle.
Size of puzzle is 4 x 4.4 x .5" Pieces are laser cut and etched for accuracy. Base is floorboard for stability and scratch resistance. Pieces are alder and maple, though these woods may vary.
Made in our Hudson, FL shop. Copyright 2020 Creative Crafthouse design by Dave Janelle

Materials: wood,dime

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Product Specifications

Dimensions
5.0 × 4.4 × 0.5
Materials
Wood, Dime
Difficulty Level
Intermediate
Age Range
Teens (13-18 years), Adults (18+ years), Tweens (9-12 years)
Piece Count
10
What's Included
Puzzle board (1), Puzzle pieces (10), Instructions and solution sheet (1)
Gift Occasions
Christmas, Birthday, Holidays, Corporate, Stocking Stuffer
Personalization Available
Yes
Puzzle Type
Assembly, Packing
Category
Brain Teaser Puzzle
Availability
In Stock

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dime Dilemma?

A compact handcrafted wooden brain teaser. The challenge is to fit all the pieces and a dime into the large open circular area at the same time.

What is the goal?

Fit the dime into the large circle. The 10-cent challenge is to do it in 5 minutes. Very few people manage it, and it is harder than it looks.

How difficult is it?

Difficult. It is related to our popular 10 Penny puzzle but more challenging, and related to Circle Pack 13, though not quite as difficult as that one.

What is the math behind it?

It is based on circle packing mathematics, where the area of each piece increases by an amount equal to the area of the number 1 circle. We slightly modified the number 1, 4, and 10 pieces to remove rattle room.

Is there more than one solution?

We believe there is only one solution, and it is provided with the puzzle.

What size is it?

About 4 by 4.4 by 0.5 inches, a good size for a desk.

What materials are used?

Laser-cut and etched wooden pieces in alder and maple, which may vary, on a floorboard base for stability and scratch resistance.

Who designed it?

Designed by Dave Janelle, founder of Creative Crafthouse. Copyright 2020 Creative Crafthouse.

Where is it made?

Made in our Hudson, Florida shop.

Can I personalize it?

Yes. We laser engrave names or a short message, up to 45 characters, which makes it a good personalized desk gift.

Who is this a good gift for?

Engineers, math lovers, puzzle collectors, and anyone who wants a small challenge for the desk or office.

How fast do orders ship?

Standard orders typically ship within 1 business day. Personalized orders usually ship within 2 business days.