This gold logo remained in use as the primary one until the end of 2010. It was during this period that a pseudonymous commentator, known as “Bitboy”, made their debut on Bitcointalk. In a humble manner, the user introduced themselves and expressed their intention to share some of the graphics they had created.

These graphics were free to download and put in the public domain. Bitboy took the “B” symbol that Satoshi had polished but gave it a fresh look – white on a bright orange circle. And hey, they even tilted it to the right for a cool effect!

Hidden Meanings of the Bitcoin Logo

Undoubtedly, the logo crafted by “Bitboy” has achieved iconic status. It’s remarkable how even individuals unfamiliar with Bitcoin can easily identify it as the universal symbol of this revolutionary technology. Moreover, akin to the very essence of the technology itself, the logo was pseudonymously designed without any expectation of financial gain.

The Bitcoin logo was intricately crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Every element of its design is rooted in a mathematical rationale, carefully balancing practicality, form, symbology, and aesthetics.

The reasoning behind these concepts is meticulously documented in a comprehensive Medium post, along with step-by-step instructions on creating a flawless BTC logo from scratch. 

The author, Phil Wilson, played a pivotal role in designing both the second logo introduced by Satoshi in February 2010 and the iconic orange logo we recognize today.

The present version of it is laden with symbols, intricately woven into its fabric.

As an example, the number eight appears multiple times in the dimensions and geometry of Bitcoin’s design. For instance, the letter B is rotated clockwise by 13.88 degrees, which we’ll delve into later. 

In Internet language (leetspeak) 1337, the number eight resembles a B, a shorthand for “Block” as explained by Wilson. 

The Bitcoin logo’s design incorporates several patterns, such as circles forming the B, that prominently feature the number eight. Additionally, other shapes within the design, like the rectangles, have a length of 12.5, equivalent to one-eighth of 100, further representing the number eight. 

Lucky Number 8

In this symbology, the number eight represents the letter B, symbolizing a block. Each new pattern introduced is akin to incorporating an additional block into the logo. As the design process progressed, the shapes underwent multiple resizing, which reflected the varying data sizes of each new block.

What Font?

The logo features the trebuchet font, drawing inspiration from the trebuchet catapult – a beloved weapon in the “Age of Empires” computer game. Wilson cleverly incorporates the vertical strokes of the dollar sign in the Bitcoin design. 

With this he creates the illusion that these lines are not part of the Bitcoin symbol, but rather a “Stamped” depiction of the $ symbol embedded by Bitcoin itself. 

This clever technique symbolizes Bitcoin’s monetary dominance and reinforces its significance.

Orange is the new Gold

The coin was intentionally colored orange, serving both practical and aesthetic purposes. As Wilson eloquently stated, it needed to be a hue that could be seamlessly replicated on websites and in print media, while also standing out amongst all other currency and payment options.

The Circle

The selection of a circle as the symbol for Bitcoin was deliberate, as it bears resemblance to a coin and embodies qualities of warmth, friendliness, and continuity. 

A circle, in its continuous and endless form, mirrors the everlasting nature of Bitcoin.

But Why the Slant?

Let’s address the question that most newcomers tend to ask: Why is the letter “B” slightly tilted to the right? Well, there is indeed an explanation for this, and instead of fumbling through it, let me share it with you exactly as Wilson explained it on his keyboard.