Fans and collectors are on a whole different level when looking for a rare item that is authentic and legitimate, as a new Steve Jobs memorabilia in the form of the company's check signed by the co-founder was recently sold for more than $100,000. Despite being only a piece of old paper and not a 1st-gen iPhone that sold massively earlier this year, the check still sees significant value from die-hard collectors.
Steve Jobs remains and will always be a significant figure for Apple, one of the most valued companies of our time, with its philanthropist leader known for his unique developments in the tech industry.
Steve Jobs' Signed Check Sells for Over $100,000 in Auction
In a remarkable display of Apple memorabilia appreciation, a check signed by the late Steve Jobs has sold for an astounding sum of over $100,000 at the RR Auction.
The check's exceptional value stems from its historical significance, as it features the address of 770 Welch Rd., Ste. 154 in Palo Alto-the location of the answering service for Jobs and Steve Wozniak when they first established the foundation of their iconic company in Jobs' home garage (via MacRumors).
This early signature of the Apple co-founder has become a highly sought-after collector's edition item.
The check, dated July 8, 1976, was made out to "Crampton, Remke, & Miller, INC," a prominent consulting firm in Northern California.
During those early days, Apple was still referred to as the "Apple Computer Company.
What is so Special About this Apple Check?
First off, the company is still named "Apple Computer Company," and predates its first Macintosh computer which was released some eight years later in 1984. Additionally, this was also the time when Jobs and Steve Wozniak were still operating out of a garage.
Moreover, RR Auction said that this check also shows an authentic early signature of Steve Jobs, imbued on the piece of history, which sold for $106,985.
Apple's Memorabilia Shines at Auctions
It may take years before an iPhone grows more than 100 percent of its price, and this is only possible if a user kept it in an immaculate condition, meaning that it has not been used since it was purchased. This is a true story for first-generation Apple iPhones which recently made headlines earlier this year as sealed or unopened packages initially sold for $63,000.
While there is not much to do for vintage iPhones in the market, it presents significant memorabilia for collectors and fans, as they would get a chance to either keep it for their collections or reminisce about the good old days of owning the first-ever iPhone.
Another sealed 1st-gen iPhone was sold at an auction with less of the first sold earlier this year, and in March, an owner who was not interested in using an iPhone then profited for as much as $55,000 for it.
Devices aside, anything related to Apple and Steve Jobs saw many people interested in buying it for record-breaking prices, like old magazines photographed by the former CEO, and the like.
Now, this iconic check from 1976 is making headlines, serving as one of the reminders during the early days of Apple, with Jobs and Woz operating out of a garage to launch this highly-valued company in the present.
