The convergence of Jupiter and Saturn in the night sky on December 21st, an event which hasn’t occurred in 800 years, had many likening it to the Christmas star of biblical lore which was said to lead three “wise men” to the sight of the Nativity. While most of the attention went to the star, not much was said about the “wise men,” and even less about the gifts they were said to be bringing – gold, frankincense and myrrh. One question that gets asked by kids every Christs – after “when is Santa coming?” – is “What are myrrh and frankincense?”. Myrrh was a rare gum used for healing and anointing, and frankincense was a valuable ceremonial incense. If these men were truly wise, they would have kept some of that frankincense for themselves because the plant it is extracted from is nearing extinction. Will future “wise men” be forced to bear gold, myrrh and bitcoin?