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RARE The Millennium Cube Wooden Puzzle - Kevin Holmes (1999) MIB - Bill Darrah Collection

RARE The Millennium Cube Wooden Puzzle - Kevin Holmes (1999) MIB - Bill Darrah Collection

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Item Location: United States

$25.00

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Bidder	Amount	Date
Robb8765 134	$25.00	18.03.2026 20:58:49

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Up for auction is a pristine, Mint in Box (MIB) example of The Millennium Cube, a two-stage shape-and-pattern assembly puzzle designed by Kevin Holmes. Manufactured in the UK by Trench Puzzles, this piece was specifically crafted to celebrate the transition from 1999 to 2000.

What makes this specific puzzle exceptionally special is its provenance: it comes directly from the personal collection of the late Bill Darrah, a highly respected puzzle designer (creator of the Bosstonean Cube and Raft 5) and a prominent figure in the International Puzzle Party (IPP) community.

Item Details:

Puzzle Name: The Millennium Cube

Designer: Kevin Holmes, UK

Condition: Mint in Box (MIB). Unopened in its original clear packaging with all promotional inserts and the "Made in Britain" sticker fully intact.

Material: Wood (contrasting light and dark blocks)

Difficulty: Officially rated "Difficult"

Provenance: Bill Darrah Personal Collection

Whether you are a fan of Kevin Holmes' designs, a Trench Puzzles completist, or looking to own a piece of IPP history from Bill Darrah's estate, this flawless, turn-of-the-millennium puzzle is a fantastic addition to any collection.

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RARE The Millennium Cube Wooden Puzzle - Kevin Holmes (1999) MIB - Bill Darrah Collection

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