An original Apple-1 computer has officially set a new sales record, commanding an astonishing $1,148,200 at auction. The monumental sale underscores the enduring historical importance and collector appeal of the machine that laid the foundation for Apple's empire.
According to reports, the unit achieved its record-setting valuation after surviving an earlier rejected upgrade. Preserving the computer in its original, unmodified condition played a crucial role in securing this extraordinary sum.
Early Apple hardware continues to command intense interest worldwide. As working or intact original systems become increasingly scarce, well-preserved artifacts from the company’s earliest days continue to break price records.
For more details on the auction and the history of this unit, be sure to check the original report on 9to5Mac.
