Giving gifts can be hard sometimes. Whether the person you are buying for already has everything they could want, or their interests are just too niche, sometimes the best move is to go with cash or a gift card. Cash and gift cards are good gifts because it gives the recipient options and the freedom to pick out what they want or need the most. The only downsides of giving monetary gifts is how cash often comes across as a less memorable and lower effort gift.
People remember the thoughtfulness of objects, and enjoy seeing a reflection of how well someone knows them through the gift. Whereas with cash gifts there is not as much thought or personalization. This issue can be remedied easily by adding a money puzzle box into the mix! Money puzzle boxes are a quick, easy, and unique way to turn what is often a forgettable gift like cash or gift cards into a memorable and personal experience.
What are money puzzle boxes?
Money puzzle boxes are boxes that are specifically designed to hide or obscure its contents behind puzzles or locking mechanisms. These kinds of boxes occasionally have a see-through pane allowing the contents of the box to be seen from the outside, other times what’s inside the box, or even how it opens cannot be seen at all. Each box has some kind of puzzle on it that tasks the receiver of the gift with examining it, and trying to find out for themselves how to open it and access the goods inside.
If you are planning on giving a monetary gift to someone, a money puzzle box is the perfect addition to take the gift to the next level. They may not remember the gift card you gave them, but they will certainly remember the time they spent trying to open the puzzle box in order to extract it! What’s even better is that these money puzzle boxes are reusable. It’s a great gift, to go along with your gift. Afterwards they can use it to keep their valuables safe like a piggy bank, it can be left on display for onlookers to see if they can solve, or it could even be used again for a new gift for a new challenger. Including a puzzle box as a part of your gift package takes what is often a simple, impersonal, and forgettable gift into something they will be talking about and using for years.
Money puzzle boxes are versatile; there is a puzzle box that is perfect for anyone. From easy to hard, decorative to functional, there is a nice challenge available for any gift receiver. At SiamMandalay, we sell four different kinds of money puzzle boxes with varying difficulties. Whether the person you are buying for is an avid puzzling pro or a rookie trying one out for the first time, there is a puzzle box that is perfect for them. Below we will go over some of our best money puzzle boxes and provide information on each to help you pick the perfect one for you!
Money Puzzle Boxes
THE HEIST
Our first puzzle box is The Heist. The Heist is probably our easiest puzzle box, requiring only one move to open it, this puzzle box is excellent for gifting cash, event tickets, or gift cards thanks to the see-through panel on the box. Allowing what’s inside to be seen before opening, it helps to bring a sense of anticipation and excitement to the gift, which makes it stand out as an option when giving to children and teenagers.
CARGO
Designed to resemble a vintage travelers hold; Cargo is one of our most popular money puzzle boxes. Unlike The Heist, the contents of the box cannot be seen prior to opening it. Coupled with a hidden opening mechanism, whoever receives this gift might not even realize you put a prize inside at first! Thanks to its concealed opening, the box has a clean and seamless look that provides a rustic aesthetic wherever it’s displayed. It also has a Level 1 (Easy) difficulty rating which makes it attainable for puzzlers of all skill levels. These factors make it a great choice for older gift recipients like young adults, mothers, and fathers. Cargo is beautiful and mysterious enough to be kept on display as home décor thanks to its timeless style and accessible solution.
TREASURE CHEST
Taking a step up in difficulty, we have Treasure Chest, which ranks as a Level 2 (Intermediate) puzzle box, one step up in difficulty from Cargo and The Heist. Like Cargo, the contents of the Treasure Chest are not visible from the outside, meaning you might have to give a hint or two to get them on the right track towards solving it. Treasure Chest also takes a step up in difficulty thanks to the increased number of moves required to open the box, and the complexity that comes along with them. For the previous two puzzles, there was simply a hidden or concealed way of opening the box, however for this one, it takes more than simply finding the opening. Activating the mechanisms that unlock the box isn’t easy, and there is more than one step required to get it open. Requiring the user to persist and continue building on their progress as they solve. This puzzle box offers much more to explore and a more considerable challenge to surmount, requiring patience and perseverance. These qualities make Treasure Chest an excellent choice for puzzlers who have some experience with puzzle boxes already, or for those with a quick mind and willingness to learn.
CELESTIAL BOX
The Celestial Box is our newest and most difficult puzzle box yet. It achieved our hardest difficulty rating which means it is much better suited either as a unique gift in itself, or as a cash/gift card vessel for a more seasoned puzzling enthusiast. Only once all the rods on the box are aligned in the correct positions will the lid be released, making the contents of the box available. This puzzle box boasts unique mechanisms that separate it from all of the other puzzles in our collection. It requires ingenuity to discover the puzzle mechanism in the first place, as well as deductive reasoning and logic to find the solution afterwards. Without any hints, this box’s challenger may struggle to even figure out where the puzzle they need to solve is. Decoratively adorned with signs of the zodiac and constellations, The Celestial Box makes a great stylish gift for all kinds of recipients.
Whether you’re giving it as a cash or card holder for a teenager, a standalone gift for a puzzle master, or even a piggy bank for an astronomy lover, these puzzle gift boxes do a great job of bringing excitement to every gift-giving occasion. Give cash and gift cards with confidence knowing they won’t be forgotten, and the birthday person can still have a special experience opening and enjoying your thoughtful gift. Fill them up with cash, gift cards, concert tickets, jewelry, or any other small items you can fit!