Fully functional Apple-1 Computer sells for $375,000 at auction

Apple-1 was the first computer built by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, which marked the beginning of Apple. Unsurprisingly, finding an Apple-1 today is quite rare, especially one that still works. But someone has now bought an Apple-1 Computer for $375,000 at auction.

Rare Apple-1 Computer restored to operational condition

RR Auction confirmed on Friday the successful sale of the rare and historic Apple-1 Computer, which is still fully functional. The item was “meticulously restored” to operational condition by Corey Cohen, an expert in vintage Apple products. This particular machine is listed as #91 in the Apple-1 records.

The Apple-1 sold at the auction was rated an “exceptional” 8.0 out of 10 due to its “outstanding cosmetic preservation” and the “distinctly bright labeling on its integrated circuits.” The computer also has its original manual with handwritten notes referencing Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Daniel Kottke, which added more value to the product.

“Owning an Apple-1 is more than possessing a computer; it’s a piece of history—a direct connection to the groundbreaking vision of Jobs, Wozniak, and the pioneering team that transformed the world of technology,” said Bobby Livingston, Executive Vice President of RR Auction.

In addition to the Apple-1 Computer, “Steve Jobs and the Apple Revolution Auction” also auctioned the following items:

• A Steve Jobs signed 1976 Apple Computer Co. Check No. 5, which fetched $112,054.
• A rare, sealed first-generation 4GB Apple iPhone sold for $87,514.
• Another Steve Jobs signed 1976 Apple Computer Company Check, which garnered $62,500.
• An Apple Lisa Computer with ‘Twiggy’ Drives, which realized $56,818.

There are still other items up for auction, such as prototypes of the first Macintosh and Steve Jobs’ business cards. More details can be found on the RR Auction website.

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