10 Penny Puzzle - A Circle Packing Problem - Ten Mint Pennies Are Included

can you insert all 10 pennies into the square opening Looks easy, but maybe notA great fun in a puzzle that may take you 2 minutes or 2 days circle packing is a branch of recreational mathematics where the aim is to pack n unit circles into the smallest possible square As I thought about it , it occurred to me that this may make a fun puzzle to do with pennies The 10 circle problem appeared to interesting as the solution is not obvious, though by puzzle standards it is not difficult I precision cut the opening such that the pennies will just fit in with no room to spare The text is all deeply laser engraved and the backing is heavy duty floorboard so the puzzle has a great weight and feel The puzzle comes unsolved as there is a temporary home for the tenth penny which you must find a way to insert into the large opening The solution is provided Made in our Hudson, Florida shop Note, this puzzle is only mildly challenging If you want a similar puzzle with a much higher degree of difficulty at a similar cost, visit our Penny Packer 16 puzzle

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cHALLENgE YOUR LOgIcAL THINKINg: can you insert all 10 pennies into the square opening This brain teaser puzzle is fun and challenging PORTABLE AND DURABLE: Made from high-quality wood, this puzzle is portable and perfect for on-the-go entertainment PREcISION cUT AND LASER ENgRAVED - comes with 10 new pennies in an unsolved state Designed and made in USA by creative crafthouse, a small family business Thank you for supporting us PERFEcT gIFT: Whether youre a puzzle enthusiast or looking for a unique gift, the 10 Penny Square Puzzle is sure to impress