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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Scanwiches” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21778 of the collection, and the 120th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Scanwiches” meme mean?
The project expresses a fascination with the hidden structure of mundane objects. By isolating a sandwich slice, it reveals unexpected geometry and raw texture. The emotional response oscillates between awe at culinary complexity and humor derived from treating a simple meal as conceptual art. It celebrates visual minimalism applied to food.
Where does the “Scanwiches” meme come from?
The Scanwiches project was created by Jon Chonko, a New York-based graphic designer, and launched online in February 2009 via his dedicated website. The concept originated from a linguistic slip: during a word game, a colleague allegedly said 'scanwich' instead of 'sandwich'. Chonko decided to materialize this fanciful etymology. The method involves placing a sandwich slice on a flatbed scanner to digitize the image. Results show stacked ingredients on a black background, with minimal text. Although documented as a recent site by June 2009, no evidence of massive virality or major media appearances has been found. It remains a digital curiosity linked to emerging digital art of that era.
- February 2009Official launch of the Scanwiches.com blog by Jon Chonko.
How to use the “Scanwiches” meme
- Use Scanwiches to illustrate an article about minimalist art or experimental graphic design.
- Employ this term in a discussion on culinary photography to describe a technical and abstract approach.
- Cite the linguistic origin of the word to explain how a typo can inspire a lasting creative project.
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The “Scanwiches” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21778 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 65/100 · #120 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Scanwiches” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Scanwiches comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is Scanwiches?
It is an artistic blog showing scanned slices of sandwiches, created by Jon Chonko in 2009.
Who invented Scanwiches?
Jon Chonko, a New York graphic designer, developed the project after a verbal joke about the word sandwich.
How does Scanwiches work?
Each image is obtained by placing a sandwich slice on a flatbed scanner to reveal its internal layers.
How do I get the Scanwiches meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Scanwiches” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Scanwiches card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Looks Delicious: Scanwiches · Sites We Love: Scanwiches · Scanwiches Blog By Graphic Designer Job Chonko - Tasting Table · checked on October 15, 2026.
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