Ordinals Trader Recovers Bitcoin After Fat-Fingered NFT Purchase
On March 1, a cryptocurrency trader shared a riveting tale on social media, recounting the accidental purchase of a non-fungible token (NFT) at 1,000% above its listing price.
The trader, whose X username is PrincePablos, paid 0.21 BTC (about $12,877) for a Bitcoin Ordinals NFT listed at 0.021 BTC (about $1,287) due to a fat finger error.
Despite feeling embarrassed, PrincePablos shared the story to help others avoid similar mistakes. He recommended that traders verify their digital asset transactions before finalizing them.
Biggest mistake since I entered ordinals. It was the last amount I had in my wallet too. Embarasssed and feeling sick but I wanted to share just incase it reminds one person to double check shit. One lucky person has just received a shitload of money.#PMB pic.twitter.com/dPhm5G8FVq
— PrincePablos (@PrincePablos) March 1, 2024
Fortunately, a user on X named Dan Anderson commented on the post. Anderson claimed to be the seller of the NFTs and promised to refund the customer’s funds.
Anderson said he had offered to buy back the NFT from the buyer to reverse the financial transaction and make the trader whole again. The offer was accepted, and the 0.21 BTC was returned to PrincePablos.
Hey, this was my listing. I made you an offer on it for 0.21 BTC, so you can accept that and be well again.
I listed it at 0.21 BTC because it's dank not to fish for a fat finger. I was like "huzzah" tho until I saw your post. https://t.co/yczB6TOAAz
— Dan Anderson (@droplister) March 1, 2024
The transaction occurred on the NFT marketplace Magic Eden, a platform where creators can sell their collectibles.
Bitcoin Ordinals are a unique form of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that have attracted attention for their unique approach. These
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