# Coins Overview

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In the realm of the **BSV Blockchain**, understanding the concept of **coins** is fundamental to grasping how this digital cash system operates.

Coins in BSV are not merely digital representations of value; they are **integral to the functioning of the blockchain, facilitating peer-to-peer transactions** in a decentralized manner. The total supply of BSV coins is fixed, capped at **21 million coins**, which are further divisible into **100 million units** known as **satoshis**. This fixed supply is a cornerstone of the **economic model designed by Satoshi Nakamoto**, incentivising network nodes to **participate honestly** and play their part in **growing network use over time**.


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