{"product_id":"halumin-c-pre-order-the-ultimate-coin-photography-and-small-collectables-illumination-pro-photos-using-your-camera-or-phone-copy","title":"Halumin-C: I Need It Now Edition, Hand-built Prototype for Now and Pre-Order Production Version For Later","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI Need It Now Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is for collectors who don’t want to wait until production units arrive. You get two Halumin-C units: a made-to-order handmade prototype that ships in 3–4 weeks, plus a pre-order of the Halumin-C production version that ships in 2027 when the production run lands. Shoot now on a handmade unit, then receive your production Halumin-C when manufacturing is complete.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003eNOTICE: We are in the process working with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pepetools.com\" style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePepeTools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003e for the tooling and production of the Halumin-C. By ordering today you are getting a \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eHand-built Prototype Halumin-C\u003c\/span\u003e NOW as well as a \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eHalumin-C Production Version Pre-Order\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003e. Your order is anticipated to ship in Q1 of 2027. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATTENTION:\u003c\/strong\u003e All images of the Halumin™-C in this listing are of the handmade prototype and not the final production version. Final design may change in appearance but will still incorporate demonstrated features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eYour Coin Photos Are Costing You Money\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you sell coins online, you already know the frustration. You photograph a great coin and suddenly the luster disappears, the slab reflects everything in the room, and the coin looks worse online than it does in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/K6OFylAzLlc?si=qom9akAjIn59MZXn\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/Info_grid_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782141880\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThat is exactly why we built the Halumin™-C.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a lighting system designed specifically for coins and small collectibles so you can shoot cleaner photos and better video using the camera you already own — including your phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo giant photography setup. No complicated editing. No AI tricks. No ongoing costs. Just real light that helps show the coin the way it actually looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetter images help listings stand out, create more buyer interest, reduce hesitation, and ultimately help coins sell faster. If you run eBay listings, dealer inventory, Whatnot streams, Instagram sales, or simply want your collection to finally photograph accurately, Halumin™-C was built for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal was simple: help capture better-looking coin photos and rotational video without needing a complicated studio setup or expensive camera equipment. Most importantly, it works with the phone already in your pocket. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSlab Glare Is Brutal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who photographs coins knows the problem. The coin looks incredible in hand, but once it’s inside a slab, reflections take over and everything becomes harder to photograph. Halumin™-C was specifically designed to make that easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/before-after-1_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782141937\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/before-after-2_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782142043\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLuster and Cartwheels Hide in Bad Light\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout the right light, luster and cartwheels don’t show up — and that perfect lighting isn’t always available. Halumin™-C was designed to create the ideal light for coins that you can use anywhere, so you can easily capture their true luster, beautiful cartwheel effects, and the genuine details that make your coins unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/cartwheel_1024x1024.png?v=1782142300\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Coins Look Better in Person\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s the problem. Most coin photos flatten surfaces, kill luster, distort colors, and make great coins look average online. Halumin™-C was built to solve that using real light engineered specifically for coins, toned pieces, proofs, errors, watches, medals, and small collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith three simple adjustable light sources, users can easily control the lighting to create a true-to-life representation of their coin. No filters. No fake enhancement. No complicated setup. Just a faster, easier way to create photos and videos that actually resemble the coin in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/before-after-3_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782142472\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Level Pics Almost Anywhere\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portable Halumin™-C simply plugs in and is ready to use almost anywhere. In a bright room, just attach the lid to block out ambient light and let your coin shine. You can remove the lid to shoot smooth videos, making coin swaps fast and effortless. It even works perfectly with copy stands and coin microscopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/Halumin-c-anywhere_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782142759\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/ben-proofIMG_0697.png?v=1782142916\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWheels Up! (For Die-Cast \u0026amp; Small Collectibles Too)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who collects matchbox cars, die-cast, or other small treasures like watches and artifacts knows the problem. You try photographing a great piece and suddenly the paint looks dull, the chrome blows out, the blister reflects everything, and the details disappear. Halumin™-C fixes that. It’s a lighting system designed to make small collectibles photograph correctly using the camera you already own. No giant setup. No complicated editing. No filters trying to fake detail. Just real light that helps show the paint, the tampos, the wheels, the packaging, and the condition the way collectors actually want to see them. Whether you’re selling on eBay, posting collection videos, documenting rare pieces, or running live sales — better photos create more attention and buyer confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/IMG_1916_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782143163\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/IMG_1914_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782143217\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/IMG_1938_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782143110\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/WATCH-IMG_1554_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782142963\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShot on an iPhone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people assume professional coin and collectible photography requires expensive cameras and hours of editing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe difference is light.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalumin™-C was designed to help collectors and dealers create clean, true to life, professional-looking photos and videos using simple equipment and intelligently designed lighting. That means less time fighting reflections, less time editing, and a better, honest presentation for your collection or inventory. \u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eBecause when your photos look better, buyers pay attention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Solution: Halumin™-C\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a professional commercial photographer with over 20 years of experience, I kept seeing the same problem — and I finally solved it. I invented the patented Halumin™ Open Cylindrical™ lighting system, then built the Halumin™-C as a compact, purpose-built tool made specifically for coins and small reflective objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIf you already purchased a Halumin-C Beta version, here are some helpful accessories you may find useful with your Halumin™C. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNOTE: We do not sell these directly but we do get a small commission if you use our link.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eWide patent-pending Open Cylindrical™ halo\u003c\/span\u003e perfect coverage for raw coins, slabs, and larger items\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eMultiple independent lighting controls\u003c\/span\u003e intuitive and tactile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eDedicated toned-coin light\u003c\/span\u003e that beautifully reveals shimmer and color shifts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eSliding tray for quick coin swaps\u003c\/span\u003e without removing the lid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eVariable-speed turntable\u003c\/span\u003e for smooth, hypnotic 360° video clips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eWorks with any camera or smartphone\u003c\/span\u003e plug-and-play, battery compatible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReal Photos and Video. No AI. No Shortcuts.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t software or generated images. It’s purpose-built hardware that uses real, controllable light to reveal the natural beauty of your treasures in a single exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Prototype to Production\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe introduced the Halumin™-C prototype at the Raleigh Money Expo and the World’s Fair of Money. The response from the coin community was overwhelming. Collectors and dealers told us exactly what they needed — and we listened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Kickstarter Success to Your Door: Our Manufacturing Plan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve done the hard part — the design is proven, the prototypes are loved, and the feedback from real collectors and dealers has already shaped the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNow it’s time to build it right.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have partnered with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pepetools.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePepetools\u003c\/a\u003e, a highly respected American manufacturer with nearly 30 years of experience producing precision tools for the jewelry and artisan industries. Pepetools will oversee final engineering, tooling, manufacturing, and fulfillment of the Halumin™-C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere’s our clear, step-by-step plan once the Kickstarter is successfully funded:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eFinalize Production Engineering\u003c\/span\u003e — Refine the design for efficient, high-quality manufacturing while keeping every key feature that makes the Halumin™-C special.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eTooling \u0026amp; Testing\u003c\/span\u003e — Build production molds and tooling, then produce and rigorously test initial factory samples.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eFull Production Run\u003c\/span\u003e — Scale manufacturing with Pepetools’ proven quality systems.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eDelivery Target: March 2027\u003c\/span\u003e — We aim to begin shipping the first production units to backers in March 2027, with the majority of orders fulfilled shortly after.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will provide regular, transparent updates throughout the entire process — including photos, videos, and milestone reports — so you always know exactly where the project stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"h:This-partnership-with-Pepetools-gives-us-the-expertise-quality-control-and-manufacturing-reliability-needed-to-deliver-a-professional-long-lasting-product-you-can-be-proud-to-own-and-use-for-years-to-come-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-italic\"\u003eThis partnership with Pepetools gives us the expertise, quality control, and manufacturing reliability needed to deliver a professional, long-lasting product you can be proud to own and use for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDust Blower: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4oiCZrj\"\u003ehttps:\/\/amzn.to\/4oiCZrj\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop Window Scratch Protector: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4odE4QH\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/amzn.to\/4odE4QH\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorx Screwdriver: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4pKJ68w\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/amzn.to\/4pKJ68w\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGray Card Set: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/42387lg\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/amzn.to\/42387lg\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProCamera App: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/procamera-professional-camera\/id694647259\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/procamera-professional-camera\/id694647259\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Halumin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50174926618762,"sku":null,"price":2989.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4205\/4538\/files\/Halumin-C-Production-V1-w-logo.jpg?v=1776289629","url":"https:\/\/store.haluminphoto.com\/products\/halumin-c-pre-order-the-ultimate-coin-photography-and-small-collectables-illumination-pro-photos-using-your-camera-or-phone-copy","provider":"Halumin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}