The upcoming auction at RR Auction presents to the market an Apple-1 computer with an estimated value of $300,000. Apple co-founders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak developed the computer device named the "Bayville" Apple-1. The auction presents both Apple-1 computers alongside several unique Apple product offerings consisting of signed artefacts and prototype designs that could generate substantial earnings.
The auctioned Apple-1 computer remains in excellent physical shape. The Apple-1 computer displays clear product identification along with an unharmed board that has retained its original state. The device contains its original manual which includes a note handwritten by Daniel Kottke who worked at Apple as their 12th employee. One of the original computer models produced by Jobs and Wozniak remains in existence among just a few remaining first batch units.
The auctioned Apple-1 belongs to a scarce group of items. The production of Apple-1 computers was minimal because only a few operating in this excellent state survive to this day. The unique status of this machine together with its important place in history enhances its strong market worth.
Besides the Apple-1 the auction presents additional essential Apple-created products to potential buyers. The Apple II computer with its Rev. 0 logic board constitutes one of the highlight items in the auction with a projected value of $30,000. The Apple Macintosh Portable prototype stands as one piece available at the auction and experts expect it to fetch greater than $50,000. Announced in 1989 Apple released this transportable model which served as their initial battery-powered laptop and functions as an esteemed piece for collectors.
Multiple additional prototypes besides the Apple-1 will feature in this auction event. The upcoming sales list contains multiple early examples of the iPod Classic iMac G3 and Power Mac G4 Cube models. These products received internal testing before mass production will fetch high bids due to their scarce nature and historical significance.
Vintage Apple items consistently receive high demand at auction events. Previous Apple-1 computer sales at auctions have topped $500,000. During 2023 the first iPhone generation set a new auction record when it sold for $190,000. Items that belonged to Steve Jobs such as his Birkenstock sandals have joined Apple-1 computers as valuable memorabilia in the thriving market for rare Apple products.
Investors along with collectors maintain their interest in acquiring these historic pieces of technical heritage. Tech enthusiasts expect active bidder competition to take place during the upcoming Apple-1 and additional Apple memorabilia auction.