MINECON 2011 Cape

The MINECON 2011 Cape is one of the most iconic and collectible Minecraft capes ever released. As the first official public event cape, it was awarded exclusively to attendees of the very first MINECON, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, where Minecraft 1.0 officially launched.

More than a decade later, the MINECON 2011 Cape remains one of the most recognizable and valuable official capes in Minecraft history.

If you're wondering how to get the MINECON 2011 Cape, how many players own it, or whether it's still obtainable, this guide covers everything you need to know.

What Is the MINECON 2011 Cape?

The MINECON 2011 Cape is an official Minecraft Java Edition cape distributed to players who attended MINECON 2011, Minecraft's first official convention.

The event took place on November 18 to 19, 2011, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. It also marked the official release of Minecraft 1.0, making the cape an important piece of Minecraft history.

How Was the MINECON 2011 Cape Obtained?

Players received the MINECON 2011 Cape by attending MINECON 2011 in person.

Each attendee received a redeemable cape code that could be linked to their Minecraft account.

Unlike later promotional capes, there was no online event or giveaway. The only way to receive the cape was by purchasing a ticket and attending the convention in Las Vegas.

Is the MINECON 2011 Cape Still Obtainable?

No.

The MINECON 2011 Cape has been permanently discontinued.

The event ended in 2011, and Mojang permanently disabled all unused MINECON cape codes in May 2020.

Today, there is no legitimate way to obtain a new MINECON 2011 Cape.

How Many People Own the MINECON 2011 Cape?

Estimated Owners: Around 3,500

Community tracking projects estimate that around 3,500 Minecraft accounts currently own the MINECON 2011 Cape. This closely matches the number of redeemed attendee capes observed over the years.

Although several thousand players own it, this is an extremely small number compared to Minecraft's hundreds of millions of players.

Why Is the MINECON 2011 Cape So Rare?

Several factors contribute to its rarity.

• It was only available during the first MINECON.
• Players had to attend the event in person.
• Cape codes were permanently disabled in 2020.
• It commemorates the official release of Minecraft 1.0.
• No new MINECON 2011 Capes can ever be issued.

These factors have made it one of the most desirable legacy capes among collectors.

MINECON 2011 Cape Design

The MINECON 2011 Cape features a red Creeper face on a black background.

The design was chosen through a community vote, where it received 42% of all votes. Interestingly, the runner-up design featuring a blue pickaxe was later reused as the official MINECON 2012 Cape.

Today, the Creeper design is considered one of the most recognizable cape textures in Minecraft.

Interesting Facts

• First public Minecraft cape ever released.
• Awarded at the first official MINECON.
• Celebrates the launch of Minecraft 1.0.
• Community voted on the cape design.
• The Creeper design won with 42% of the vote.
• Estimated to exist on around 3,500 accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you still get the MINECON 2011 Cape?

No. The cape has been unobtainable since MINECON 2011, and unused redemption codes were disabled in 2020.

How many players own the MINECON 2011 Cape?

Community observations estimate that around 3,500 accounts own the cape.

Why is the MINECON 2011 Cape so valuable?

It was the first public Minecraft cape, was only available to in-person attendees, and can no longer be redeemed.

Can you buy the MINECON 2011 Cape?

No. The cape cannot be purchased separately and remains permanently attached to the original Minecraft account.

Is the MINECON 2011 Cape rarer than modern capes?

Yes. While modern promotional capes have been distributed to millions of players, the MINECON 2011 Cape exists on only a few thousand accounts.

Does the MINECON 2011 Cape work on Bedrock Edition?

No. The original MINECON 2011 Cape was an official Java Edition attendee cape.

Final Thoughts

The MINECON 2011 Cape represents the beginning of Minecraft's convention history. Awarded exclusively to attendees of the first-ever MINECON, it celebrates one of the most important milestones in the game's history: the release of Minecraft 1.0.

With an estimated 3,500 owners, a community-designed Creeper pattern, and permanent legacy status, the MINECON 2011 Cape remains one of the most iconic official Minecraft capes ever created.