Imagine the surprise when an unopened, original 4GB Apple iPhone from 2007 sold for an astonishing $190,372.80!
This rare gem attracted 28 bids, with five of them surpassing $100,000. Unopened iPhones from back in the day are highly valued and can fetch tens of thousands of dollars.
But this specific model was even more extraordinary, as it had a limited production run, making it a “Holy Grail” for iPhone collectors.
The 4GB version of the original iPhone was only in production for about two months due to its slow sales. Consumers overwhelmingly preferred the 8GB model, resulting in Apple discontinuing the 4GB version in September 2007.
This scarcity contributed to the incredible value and demand among collectors. Previous sales of the 8GB model reached $40,000 and $63,000 last year, but this recent sale of the 4GB version shattered records.
The sold iPhone was described as factory-sealed and in exceptional condition, making it a highly sought-after collector’s item. Its value lies in its pristine, untouched state.
Once the seal is broken, the value drops significantly. It’s unlikely that the buyer will ever open the box, considering the pivotal investment in preserving the phone’s worth.
Interestingly, popular YouTuber and tech reviewer, Marques Brownlee, acquired an 8GB version earlier this year for $40,320.
However, he chose to unbox it on camera, giving viewers a glimpse into the contents and evoking nostalgia for those who remember the iconic first-generation iPhone.
This act demonstrated both his disregard for maintaining the phone’s investment value and his desire to share its historical significance.
So, if you’re lucky enough to own an original first-generation iPhone, your treasure could be worth a fortune, especially if it remains unopened.
