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What is the difference between an open edition and a limited edition NFT?

2025-07-29 16:39:41
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Learn about Open NFT

Open NFT is an irreplaceable type of token that allows an unlimited number of NFTs to be minted within a specific time frame. This approach aims to reach as many people as possible by lowering price thresholds and removing the cap on the number of art that can be purchased within the sales window.

The supply and distribution of the open version of NFT is unlimited. There is no fixed limit to the number of works of art that collectors can craft. Every collector involved in the minting campaign can mink any number of NFTs. The rarity of the collection and its artworks depends on the number of collectors participating in the event and the number of artworks they cast.

Open version NFT and ERC-1155 multi-token standard

Open version NFT generally follows the ERC-1155 multi-token standard rather than the ERC-721 standard commonly used by NFTs. The ERC-1155 smart contract standard allows the creation of ERC-20 and ERC-721 tokens in one contract. This means that when used for open-edition NFT minting, the art minted by collectors is mapped to a contract, rather than developing a new contract for each mint.

What is a limited edition NFT?

Limited edition NFT is characterized by limited supply and limited quantity. Once a predetermined number of NFTs are minted, any collector unable to make NFTs will have to resort to the resale market.

These limited edition projects often feature unique works of art, in which each NFT is created algorithmically based on various attributes, including emoticons, clothing, accessories, etc.

Limited edition NFT and ERC-721 smart contract

Limited edition NFT typically uses the ERC-721 smart contract standard. ERC-721 describes a smart contract standard for creating irreplaceable tokens, where only one token can be issued under its contract. Each ERC-721 token is identified by a unique ID and can be issued as a representation or physical asset, or as a digital signature of art, multimedia or intellectual property.

The rise of open NFTs: Are they worth it?

The open version of NFT brings more activity to the NFT market. They provide more collectors with the opportunity to own art at affordable prices, although this may come at the expense of appreciation.

However, for now, collectors are still interested in dropped objects, especially from well-known artists, so interest in the open version of NFT continues.

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