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Featuring The Lifetime Collection of Apple Product Design Engineer, Jerrold C. Manock Bidding begins March 5. Bidding will close March 12. In this specially curated sale, RR Auction is proud to present the lifetime collection of Apple Product Design Engineer Jerrold C. Manock. After designing the Apple II computer, Manock joined the company full-time as Apple’s Corporate Manager of Product Design, Employee #246, leading the product design teams for the Apple III and the iconic first Macintosh computer. Today, Manock is regarded as the ‘father’ of the Apple Industrial Design Language. His collection is highlighted by his Steve Jobs–signed contract for the Apple II, a bonus memo signed by Jobs, an early ‘In Appreciation’ Macintosh computer, and patent plaques for the Apple III and Macintosh. In addition to Manock’s substantial collection, this sale is highlighted by an incredibly desirable operational Apple-1 computer, a PowerBook 190cs signed by Steve Jobs, a rare Apple neon sign, and promo materials from the 1990s including a ‘Think Different’ watch and iMac banner. Taken as a whole, this important auction tells the story of Apple from its earliest foundation to the modern day.
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Fully functional Apple-1 with a rare Synertek C6502 CPU
This is one of two known surviving NTI Apple-1 which used this processor
6001. Apple-1 Computer. Exceptional, fully functional Apple-1 computer (also commonly known as the Apple I, or Apple Computer 1), complete with all components and accessories required for operation. This Apple-1 computer was acquired by the SoftWarehouse, a computer store/franchise in Western Michigan, in the 1980s as part of a trade for a newer IBM machine. It was subsequently displayed in the store in a custom-made museum style case, before being placed into storage. This Apple-1 was recently featured on the Pawn Stars episode ‘Ship Happens’ (Season 17, Episode 10). On the left side, the board is marked: “Apple Computer 1, Palo Alto, Ca. Copyright 1976.” This appears to be one of the last populated NTI Apple-1 boards, as indicated by the use of all yellow 22mf electrolytic capacitors and the rare white 1976 ceramic Synertek C6502 CPU from the 43rd week of 1976. This is one of two known surviving NTI Apple-1 which used this processor; most known Apple-1 used MOS 6502 microprocessors. The Synertek C6502 is considered to be the rarest example of a licensed 6502 CPU from 1976.
This Apple-1 board is also configured with 8K of Mostek RAM installed. The reverse side of the board has no modifications or circuit traces that have been cut or repaired. The prototype area is clean and un-used. The green coat on the reverse is in very good condition without the typical peeling from the original wave-soldering manufacturing process; it also retains the intact lot “37” sticker seen on some Apple-1 NTI units. This is one of the best NTI examples known to date. The set includes: • original Apple-1 board • original Apple Cassette Interface (ACI) • a period terminal keyboard kit, wired for the Apple-1 • a period video monitor in wooden case • a period power supply • a period TV video modulator • period Xerox copies of the Apple-1 Operation Manual and ACI Manual • display case commissioned by the SoftWarehouse
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This Apple-1 computer was restored to its original, operational state in June 2019 by Apple-1 expert Corey Cohen
This Apple-1 computer was restored to its original, operational state in June 2019 by Apple-1 expert Corey Cohen, and a video of it running and functioning is available upon request. A comprehensive, technical condition report prepared by Cohen is available to qualified bidders; he evaluates the current condition of the unit as 8.0/10. The most remarkable aspect of this Apple-1 computer is that it is documented to be fully operational: the system was operated without fault for approximately eight hours in a comprehensive test. This Apple-1 was exhibited at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California, in 2019 for the Vintage Computer Festival West, and is documented on the Apple-1 Registry. The Apple-1 was originally conceived by Steve Jobs and Steve ‘Woz’ Wozniak as a bare circuit board to be sold as a kit and completed by electronics hobbyists, their initial market being Palo Alto’s Homebrew Computer Club. Seeking a larger audience, Jobs approached Paul Terrell, owner of The Byte Shop in Mountain View, California, one of the first personal computer stores in the world. Aiming to elevate the computer
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beyond the realm of the hobbyist, Terrell agreed to purchase 50 Apple-1 computers, but only if they were fully assembled. The Apple-1 thus became one of the first ‘personal’ computers which did not require soldering by the end user. All together, over a span of about ten months, Jobs and Wozniak produced about 200 Apple-1 computers and sold 175 of them. A masterpiece of innovation, the standard Apple-1 included 4K of inexpensive dynamic random access memory (DRAM), which could be expanded to 8K on board or 64K externally; this Apple-1 has been wired to use 8K of onboard Mostek DRAM. Most computers in the Apple-1’s price range used more expensive static memory (SRAM), which limited them to 1K of memory for a similar cost. We still use DRAM technology today in computers, mobile phones, and electronics. Another central characteristic of the Apple-1 is its built-in video terminal, which allows output to a television screen or video monitor. This was a dramatic advance from the traditional computer input/output mechanism of the day, the ASR-33 teletype,
which printed a computer’s output onto a spool of paper. With this video port, the Apple-1 allowed a user to view commands on a screen in real time—something taken for granted in today’s computing world. Included with this Apple-1 is a period open frame ‘security’ monitor in a homemade wooden case, and a period hobbyist-assembled terminal keyboard ‘kit’ wired for this Apple-1. Interestingly, the keyboard has no ‘return/enter’ key; instead, this functionality is accessed by pressing the <shift> and <]> keys concurrently. This Apple-1 additionally includes an original Apple-1 Cassette Interface (ACI), also introduced in 1976, which provides the ability to save memory contents onto a standard audio tape, and later load the contents back into the computer’s memory. Revolutionary for the time, Steve Wozniak designed the ACI to use only 6 integrated circuits, compared to other solutions which used 50 to 100 integrated circuits. This allowed Apple to sell their solution for less than their competitors; the Apple ACI also operated at four times the speed of its contemporary competitors.
The early success of the Apple-1 in 1976 paved the way for the introduction of the Apple II in the spring of 1977. In Apple’s 1980 IPO prospectus, the company described its progress: ‘In April 1977 the Company introduced the Apple II computer mainframe which was similar to the Apple I but incorporated additional circuitry and a keyboard, and was packaged in a plastic housing.’ In other words, the Apple II built upon the Apple-1 to become an even more capable, more consumerready machine. Between 1977 and 1980, on the sales of the Apple II and its peripherals, accessories, and software, Apple Computer’s yearly revenue grew from $774,000 to $118 million, making it one of the great growth stories of Silicon Valley. The Apple-1 is not only a marvel of early computing ingenuity, but the product that launched what is today one of the most valuable and successful companies in the world. Starting Bid $50,000
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6003. Steve Wozniak Signed Photograph. Color glossy 14˝ x 11˝ photo of an Apple-1 computer, signed in blue felt tip, “Think Different, Woz.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
6004. Apple Macintosh Portable. Macintosh Portable computer, model M5120, serial no. F003XFRM59, measuring
approximately 15.25˝ x 14.25˝ x 4˝ when closed, with monochrome screen, 80-key keyboard with numeric keypad, and built-in trackball mouse. The unit has an Apple label on the bottom reading, “Property of Apple Computer, Inc., Expensed Equipment,” and includes its power cord and external power supply. The original battery is no longer present. In very good to fine condition. The consignor notes that there are instructions online for restoring the Macintosh Portable to operating condition. Apple’s very first battery-powered computer, the Macintosh Portable was a total failure when it was released in 1989. It was slow, expensive, and heavy—earning the unwanted nickname ‘The Luggable’ due to its 16 pound weight and less than one hour of battery life. While voted one of the worst tech gadgets of all time, the Portable holds the title as the first computer to ever send an email from space. It did, however, pave the way for the Powerbook 100—which has since been named the 10th greatest personal computer of all time. Starting Bid $200 6
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6005. Apple Logo Neon Sign (c. 1989). Original circa 1989 Apple logo neon sign, measuring approximately 20˝ x 24˝ x
3.5˝, featuring the classic multicolored ‘bitten’ Apple logo. The impressive display piece features the neon sign tubes in the shape of the Apple logo between two pieces of plexiglass, with the electrical transformer on the back (transformer measures approximately 6˝ x 3.5˝ x 3.75˝). In fine condition. The consignor notes that this was recovered from an Apple-authorized desktop publishing business that was shutting down and disposing of its property. The piece will be crated and shipped from Michigan at the buyer’s expense. Starting Bid $300
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“Happy Computing, steve jobs”
6006. Steve Jobs Signed Macintosh PowerBook 190cs. Apple PowerBook 190cs laptop computer, measuring approximately 11.5˝ x 8.5˝ x 2.5˝ closed, signed and inscribed on the bottom in black felt tip, “Doc, Happy Computing, steve jobs.” The laptop is complete with its rechargeable battery and power cable. In very good to fine condition, with the plastic case near the hinge popped loose, making the screen difficult to open; the computer is reportedly functional, though untested. Includes a detailed letter of provenance from the consignor, who received the autograph in-person around 1996 while working on audio for the Pixar film A Bug’s Life. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA and Beckett Authentication Services. The PowerBook 190cs was introduced in August 1995 as a less expensive alternative to the top-of-the-line PowerBook 5300. The 190cs features a 10.4˝ color display, differentiating it from the 9.5˝ grayscale display of the 190. This generation of PowerBooks were also the first to support mouse-clicking by tapping the trackpad, an innovation that Apple has continued to refine over the years. Steve Jobs’s autograph is rare in any format, and this impressive piece of Apple hardware—enhanced by the founder’s warm wishes for “happy computing”—is an unusual and truly extraordinary example. Starting Bid $1,000
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Original counterclockwise-running Think Different AppleWatch 6007. Apple ‘Think Different’ Watch. Scarce ‘Think Different’
AppleWatch released by Apple Computer in 1998 for their Think Different campaign, measuring 9.25˝ in length, with black rubber strap, anodized aluminum bezel, and black face with white numbers, Apple logo, and “Think Different” slogan; appropriately, the hands and numbers run counterclockwise. The stainless steel back features the “Apple Watch” logo and indicates that the watch is ‘3ATM’ water resistant. Includes the original packaging and warranty. In fine condition; working condition untested. Starting Bid $200
Oversized original vinyl banner for the iconic Bondi Blue iMac 6008. Original Bondi Blue iMac Vinyl Banner. Uncommon original 70˝ x 36˝ vinyl promo-
tional banner for the first iMac G3 personal computer released by Apple Computer in August 1998. The front of the double-sided banner features the iMac in its iconic Bondi Blue color next to the Apple logo and bold text: “Think different.” The back of the banner prominently reads “Apple” in large Lucida Grande font. Rolled and in fine condition, with the wrinkling inherent to all of these early Apple vinyl banners. Starting Bid $200
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Jerrold C. Manock Apple Collection Eight years after graduating from Stanford University with an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Jerrold C. Manock founded Manock Comprehensive Design in Palo Alto, California, for product design engineering consulting. Soon thereafter, Steve Jobs contracted him to design a case for the Apple-1 PCB computer. For a fee of $1,800, Manock designed and prototyped the enclosure, and the final product was introduced as the Apple II at the West Coast Computer Faire in 1977. Building upon this early success, Manock then joined Apple as a ‘part-time’ employee, designing the Disk II before going full-time as Apple’s Corporate Manager of Product Design, Employee #246. In this capacity, he led the product design teams for the Apple III and the iconic first Macintosh computer—Apple’s first to use a detached keyboard and mouse. Today, Manock is regarded as the ‘father’ of the Apple Industrial Design Language. Manock left Apple in late 1984, relocating his consulting firm to Burlington, Vermont, where he continues to design, invent, and teach. His design philosophy has remained steadfast since Image credit: Andy Duback his Stanford days: a product has to truly satisfy a customer’s needs, work exceptionally well, be economical to manufacture, and appeal aesthetically. In order to accomplish this, the designer works from the inside out, then from the outside in, iterating until extensive customer field testing yields acceptable results. He carried this motivating philosophy throughout his Apple Computer career, and its impact continues to resonate in their products to this day.
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“steve” welcomes Manock to “the 1983 Key Employee Bonus Plan” 6009. Steve Jobs Signed Apple Bonus Memo.
IInternal memo signed “Congrats! steve,” one page, 8.5˝ x 11˝, Apple Computer, Inc., letterhead, December 20, 1982. Memo issued by Steve Jobs to Jerry Manock under the subject “KEY EMPLOYEE BONUS 1983,” in full: “You have been designated as a participant in the 1983 Key Employee Bonus Plan. The purpose of the plan is to encourage and reward you as an individual whose role is considered critical to our success in 1983. The amount of the possible target is determined by our sales and profit performance. Your actual bonus will be determined by your success in achieving your 1983 goals and objectives and your support of Apple Values. The determination of the bonus will be made after the close of the fiscal year in September and bonuses will be paid by December 1983.” Signed at the conclusion in blue ink by Jobs. In fine condition. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA and Beckett Authentication Services. Manock describes this piece as “another signed example of the generosity of Steve Jobs thanking me for what he considered good work.” From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $1,000 Steve Jobs Featuring The Lifetime Collection of Apple Product Design Engineer, Jerrold C. Manock
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1977 signed contract for product design of the Apple II—Steve Jobs approves Manock Comprehensive Design’s involvement in his “home computer project” to package the Apple I PCB computer 6010. Steve Jobs Signed Apple II Contract. Historic DS,
signed “steven jobs,” two pages, 8.5˝ x 11˝, MCD letterhead, February 25, 1977. Cost quote document submitted to Apple President Steve Jobs by Jerrold C. Manock on February 24, 1977, concerning product design engineering work associated with the Apple II. In part: “This is to verify what I have told you verbally concerning costs of Manock Comprehensive Design’s involvement in your home computer project. For a design labor fee not to exceed $1800.00 I will prepare working drawings of the plastic enclosure and door, and the sheet metal pan, complete with detailed specifications and finishing instructions. This fee also includes interfacing with vendors to obtain first article parts, and interfacing with your advertising agency to obtain promotional photographs of a mock-up supervised by MCD. The tentative schedule for these activities is to have the mock-up by 28 February, the drawings completed by March 9, and the first articles by 13 April. I will bill you for my time monthly. I require a 15% deposit on my services ($270.00) that will be accounted for in the final billing. In addition to the above design labor charges, travel costs for overnight trips, etc. will be billed at cost…Fees for further work, such as preparation of artwork for labels, shipping container graphics, dust cover design, etc. will be discussed at a later date. It is acceptable to MCD that they be in the form of hourly compensation, a monthly retainer, a % of price of each unit sold, or any combination of the above. If the terms of this letter are agreeable to you, please sign the enclosed copy, and return it to MCD in the enclosed envelope.” Signed at the conclusion by Jobs to approve the deal, “steven jobs,” adding the date, “2/25/77.” Below, Jobs adds a notation apparently pertaining to the deposit, “270 - 11.40 = 258.60.” In fine condition. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA and Beckett Authentication Services. Manock recalls: “In early February, 1977, shortly after I started my Product Design Engineering consulting company, Manock Comprehensive Design, I got a voicemail call from Steve Jobs asking me to meet him at the upcoming Home Brew Computer
Club meeting at the Stanford Linear Accelerator Auditorium. When I arrived he was already in a discussion with probably 4 or 5 people and was going around the circle carrying on alternative conversations about different topics. I thought that this was very unusual and showed a great memory. When I eventually spoke to him he said that he wanted me to quote on a design for a packaged Apple I computer that would stand out as a mass-produced product from the existing computer offerings that looked like low-volume hobby ‘kits.’ The next day I reviewed his very aggressive schedule and prepared this original quote letter. He wanted multiple units demonstrated at the West Coast Computer Faire in April, 1977. My quote for design labor for this work was not to exceed $1,800, to have a cardboard mockup in four days, to have production drawings done by 9 March, and to deliver ‘first articles’ by 13 April. He agreed to these terms on 25 February, 1977 and signed and returned the letter to me. We met the deadline by finding a vendor in San Jose, CA, that used the reaction injection molding (RIM) process with wooden tooling. Unfortunately this crude tooling produced parts that were full of holes and bubbles and had significant warping. This meant that the voids had to be filled with auto body putty and the parts individually sanded before painting. The dozen or so Apple II’s that were shown at the WCCF in San Francisco looked, for all intent, like they had rolled off a production line that could produce thousands per month. In actuality, the lid from one would not fit on the body of another. But the desired ‘illusion’ was noted by all looking at the Apple display, which included the colorful Apple II posters [see lot 6017]. Eventually Apple was forced to secretly second-source the Apple II RIM parts to Tempress, Inc. (Bob Rudiman, Manager) in Seattle, WA, who used aluminum tooling, thus allowing many more units to be made per month at a significantly lower cost.” From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $5,000
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1983 design patent for the “Personal Computer”—the first ever issued to Steve Jobs or Jerry Manock 6011. Apple III Design Patent Plaque (1983). Jerry
Manock’s Apple III computer design patent plaque, 8˝ x 12˝, featuring an engraved stainless steel plate depicting “Patent No. 268,584, Personal Computer” issued to Steven P. Jobs, Jerrold C. Manock, Dean A. Hovey, and David M. Kelley. Below is an engraved presentation plate: “U.S. Letters Patent No. 268,584, Presented to Jerrold C. Manock by Apple Computer, Inc., 1983.” In fine condition. Filed for on November 3, 1980, this design patent was the first patent ever awarded to either Steve Jobs or Jerry Manock, protecting the aesthetic appearance of the Apple III computer for a period of 14 years. The patent was approved and issued on April 12, 1983, after which Apple Computer presented Jerry Manock with this commemorative plaque. Manock recalls that Dean A. Hovey and David M. Kelley were principals of Hovey-Kelley Design in Palo Alto, California, the precursor of present day IDEO. A historic and especially desirable piece, representing the first patent ever awarded to each of these four inventors. Steve Jobs would go on to patent prolifically, and today is listed as inventor or coinventor on 323 patents. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $1,000 14
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Patent plaque for the original Macintosh computer, awarded to Manock, Oyama, and Jobs in 1986
6012. Macintosh Design Patent Plaque (1987). Jerry
Manock’s Macintosh computer housing design patent plaque, 8˝ x 12˝, featuring an engraved stainless steel plate depicting “Patent No. 285,688, Computer Housing” issued to Jerrold C. Manock, Terrell A. Oyama, and Steven P. Jobs. Below is an engraved presentation plate: “Presented to Jerrold C. Manock by Apple Computer, Inc., 1987.” In fine condition. Filed for on March 19, 1984, and awarded to the trio of innovative designers—Manock, Oyama, and Jobs—on September 16, 1986, this patent protected the influential aesthetic appearance of the original Macintosh computer for a period of 14 years. Featuring a built-in monitor over its disk drive with an external mouse and keyboard, the Macintosh brought elegance and simplicity to the personal desktop computer—hallmarks of Apple design that continue to this day. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $2,500
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Jerry Manock’s original 1983 Macintosh, with a special “In Appreciation” plaque
6013. Original 1983 Apple Macintosh 128K Computer with ‘In Appreciation: Jerry Manock’ Plaque. Amazing original Apple Macintosh 128K computer from 1983,
Model No. M0001, Serial No. F347078M0001, with a special “In Appreciation: Jerry Manock” Macintosh ‘Picasso’ logo plaque on the back. The FCC ID plate is affixed on the bottom, and the serial number label is affixed underneath the front bezel. The serial number indicates that this was the 246th Macintosh manufactured during the 47th week of 1983 in Fremont, California. Includes the original power cable, Macintosh Mouse (M0100), keyboard (M0110), shipping box with the ‘Picasso’ logo (including styrofoam inserts and boxes for mouse and keyboard), and third-party gray, padded rip-stop nylon carrying bag. In overall fine cosmetic condition; the computer powers on, but the operating system does not load and the disk drive is currently inoperable. Manock recalls: “The entire Mac Team and, in particular, my five person Product Design group (JCM, Terry Oyama, Dave Roots, Ben Pang, and Steve Balog) worked very hard to get the Mac into production at Apple’s Fremont, CA plant. For example, we had to invent and install production line assembly tooling, thus missing several pre-release publicity photo shoots. We knew the Team would each get an early Mac, but the personalized, photo-engraved plaque on back was a surprise, as was the fact that my permanent Apple Employee Number was 246 which, ironically, matched the Serial Number for week 47, 1983.” Starting Bid $2,500
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6014. Jerry Manock’s 5-Year Apple Work Anniversary Certificate. Early Apple
Computer five-year service award certificate presented to Jerry Manock circa 1983, 7˝ x 10˝, featuring preprinted facsimile signatures of CEO and President John Scully and Chairman of the Board Steve Jobs. The certificate features the ‘rainbow’ Apple logo at the top and a colorful “FIVE” at the bottom, with black text reading: “Jerry Manock, This Certificate of Recognition Is Given to Those of You Who Have Played a Major Role in the Building of Apple’s Phenomenal Success. During the Past Five Years You Have Given to Apple Your Talents, Enthusiasm and Energy. We Hope You Feel as We Do, That the Journey Has Been and Will Continue To Be the Reward.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.5˝ x 15.75˝. In fine condition, with faint edge toning. Manock recalls: “This was another way Steve Jobs thanked his ‘performing’ employees. He wanted them to know that he appreciated their dedication and talent. In my experience, personal interactions were important to him. I remember him saying that he thought the ideal size of the Mac Division was about 90-95 people. He explained that he picked this number because that was about all the names of staff and their families he could remember.” From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $500
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Apple ‘Hero Award’ medal presented in front of the Mac team
6015. Jerry Manock’s Apple Hero Award Medal. Rare Apple ‘Hero Award’ medal issued to Jerry Manock in 1984, featuring a large 75 mm diameter bronze medal suspended from a wide ribbon in Apple’s traditional rainbow colors. The front of the medal reads, “Apple Computer, Hero Award”; the reverse is inscribed, “Apple Hero, Jerry Manock, Feb. 10, 1984.” In fine condition. Manock recalls: “Steve Jobs generously rewarded accomplishments that he valued. This ‘Hero’ award, given in front of the Mac Team, was another surprise. It was accompanied by, I think, a check for $5,000. Another example of a team reward was a surprise Friday morning-early afternoon bus trip to a museum in San Francisco to see the Tiffany Glass exhibit, followed by a picnic lunch at Ocean Beach.” From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $500
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6016. Apple Snow White Design Language Presentation Paperweight. Snow White design language presentation paperweight in polished stainless steel, designed by Jerry Manock for Apple executive staff, measuring 4.5˝ x 2˝ x 1.75˝ and weighing 34.1 ounces. Drawing inspiration from Apple’s traditional logo, the paperweight is in the form of a lightbulb with a bite taken out of it. In very fine condition. These were given to the Apple Executive Staff at a 1984 final Snow White presentation which completed a yearlong ‘predictor’ design exercise effort, modeled after ‘predictor’ cars debuted at auto shows. Each of the three participants in the meeting presented up to seven hardware products, one from each Apple division (i.e. The Seven Dwarfs), to demonstrate what future Apple products could look like. Manock recalls: “The Apple Product Design Guild, comprised of representatives from every Apple Division, conceived and managed the Snow White Project and used it to define for the Apple Executive Staff their Product Design Function. In addition to the Frog Design and BIB (and, internally, Terry Oyama) product design shown at the Final Presentation I presented a plan for a private Apple Product Design Museum that would introduce our aesthetic to new hires by showing them a collection of what we considered outstanding, world-class design along with staffing requests to be able to communicate effectively across all Apple Divisions. We also debuted an audio-visual presentation that explained graphically the steps were involved in developing a new Apple product. To emphasize the last slide in the series, which showed a rainbow ‘lightbulb’ (signifying Apple Innovation) having an Apple ‘byte’ taken out of it, I contracted for machining this polished stainless steel ‘bitten’ lightbulb as a paperweight for each member of the Executive Staff to remind them of our presentation. Result: No action was ever taken on any of The PD Guild’s proposals and Frog Design eventually took over all Apple Product Design. This lasted for several years until Apple realized the value of having an internal product design group. They then hired Bob Bruner to restart the internal effort and manage outside design firms to do part of the ever-increasing product line under corporate supervision. Sir Jonathan Ive followed Bob Bruner and successfully led the corporate Apple Design Group for many years.” From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $300
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6017. Apple III Photograph Signed by Jerry Manock. Dramatic over-
sized color semi-glossy 26 x 20 photograph of a pair of hands typing on the keyboard of an Apple III, signed on the backing in black felt tip, “Jerrold C. Manock.” Framed and in fine condition. Manock recalls: “Dean Hovey, of Hovey-Kelly Design in Palo Alto, CA, and I did the product design on the Apple III Computer. It was an interesting project because it was a dual-processor machine AND the FCC had not yet finalized RFI and EMI emissions standards. Thus the Apple III chassis had to be absolutely ‘bullet-proof’ emissions-wise. We chose an aluminum die casting from Dohler-Jarvis (Ed Stassner) in Toledo, OH, that was sealed with a steel sheetmetal bottom cover with bendable fingers for metal to metal contact. And there were very visible heat-dissipating fins on the rear of the chassis. Because of longer Mean Time Between Failure statistics, the initial design had the power supply buried under the full-width motherboard. Steve Jobs vetoed this idea stating that ‘every Apple Power Supply will be separately removable.’ This meant that the motherboard lost 1/3 of its available real estate, i.e. the PCB traces had to be closer together. The resulting PCB was hand laid-out with tape (by Collette Askland)... the last Apple PCB done via this method. The Apple III pilot run showed some non-repeatable operational failures which were initially attributed to excessive heat buildup of components on the motherboard. I did many tests measuring component temperatures and added numerous copper springs that conducted heat from chips directly to the outside casting. This reduced component temperatures, and the product was released, debuting at an electronics convention and show at Disneyland. Very soon after production release reports came in that the operational failures were continuing... the blame falling on me for insufficient heat management in our design. Rumors spread, and sales were affected. Finally, John Zori, the Lab PCB Design Manager, looked at the motherboard under a microscope and saw that due to imperceptible to the eye wavering of the trace lines, tiny threads of solder were connecting some traces. These threads acted like fuses, melting and disappearing when a failure occurred. Thus the mystery was solved! I think the PCB was re-laid-out with photographic accuracy. But the reputation for Apple III unreliability would not go away and the product was sold to Sun until the existing stock of parts was exhausted. The take-away... Dean and I should have defended more strongly our decision to bury the power supply. If so, the wider separation of the traces would probably have eliminated the formation of failure-causing solder jumpers, and the Apple III would have been another Apple success. Finally, if John Zori had not discovered the tiny solder jumpers, I would have probably been fired and would not have been selected for working next with Jef Raskin on the then-new Mac project. This is a long story about the Apple III photograph which I selected to have printed and framed for myself because I was very proud of the design which I thought showed clear roots to the Apple II as well as a dynamic, innovative form dictated by unclear emission requirements.” From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
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6018. Apple II ‘Rainbow’ Poster (1977). Sought-after original color 23˝ x 35˝ advertising poster for the Apple II computer
featuring the colorful ‘rainbow’ logo at center, with stylized black text below: “Apple ][, the home/personal computer.” Displayed behind glass and in fine condition. Manock recalls that these posters were used for the April 1977 West Coast Computer Fair in San Francisco where the Apple II was debuted, and believes that he got this example at the Fair. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
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6019. Macintosh Poster Designed by Jean-Michel Folon (Early 1980s). Fantastic original color 22.5˝ x 30˝ poster
entitled ‘The Spirit of Macintosh’ designed by Jean-Michel Folon, featuring the ‘Macintosh Man’ soaring over the horizon, with “The Spirit of Macintosh” printed below in seven languages. The artist’s facsimile signature, “Folon,” is printed in the lower right corner. Framed and in fine condition. Jobs originally hired noted Belgian artist Jean-Michel Folon to develop a logo for the new Macintosh computer, paying him a $30,000 advance. Folon came up with a friendly character called the ‘Mac Man’ and depicted him in a color pastel drawing entitled ‘The Macintosh Spirit,’ which was turned into this poster. Ultimately, Jobs scrapped Folon’s concept and decided to have the logo developed by John Casado and Tom Hughes, who produced the Matisse-inspired line drawing of the computer (commonly known as the ‘Picasso Mac’) remembered today. Manock notes: “Ironically, I went to third grade with John Casado at 54th Street Elementary School in Los Angeles, CA. There, while we were drawing stick figures of people, John was drawing beautiful and accurate sketches of (for example) human hands. I did not know he did the Mac ‘Picasso’ logo until the project was almost over!” From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200 22
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6020. NeXT Poster Designed by Paul Rand (1986). Original color 22˝ x 30˝ poster for NeXT Computer designed by Paul Rand, featuring the cubic “NeXT” logo at center with colorful text below: “The sign of the NeXT generation of computers… for Education.” Rand’s facsimile signature is printed in the lower right corner. Framed and in fine condition, with light rippling. Having been ousted from Apple in the fall of 1985, Jobs founded the innovative NeXT project, a computer and software company aimed at the markets of business and higher education. The first NeXT Computer was introduced in 1988 with great fanfare thanks to Jobs’s marketing strategy, which included this playful logo—developed by legendary designer Paul Rand as part of a $100,000 brand identity package—that suggests a child’s building block askew. Manock believes that he received this poster from George Crow, a member of the original Macintosh team who followed Jobs from Apple to NeXT. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
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6021. Apple III Carrying Case. Brown Naugahyde carry-
ing case designed for the Apple III by Koszegi Leather and Vinyl, measuring approximately 20˝ x 20˝ x 6.5˝, featuring two carrying handles, a padded shoulder strap, and the upside down (when carried by the handles) ‘bitten’ Apple logo embossed on the front. The interior is lined with soft brown padded cloth, and has an inner pocket with Velcro closure. In fine condition, with some expected light wear. Manock recalls: “When the Apple III was nearing introduction it was decided that it needed a carrying case. Since several Apple employees had worked at Hewlett-Packard when the HP 35 Calculator was introduced we researched who made the carrying case for this product and identified Koszegi Leather and Vinyl as the vendor. Ken Artz was the KL&V sales representative for California. Andre Koszegi was an old-world craftsman who would not even submit a quote until he had made a prototype of the case. We visited his factory several times until the Apple III Carrying Case design was ready to be approved by Steve Jobs.” From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
6022. Group of (4) Apple Caps and Visors. Collection of four Apple
caps and visors, including: a “Macintosh Division” foam trucker-style baseball cap; two “Apple Computer Inc.” visors; and a “Macintosh” painter’s hat with the bill removed. In overall very good condition, with expected signs of wear, soiling to the cap, and staining to one of the visors. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
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6023. Macintosh ‘90 Hours’ Hooded Sweatshirt. Heather gray hooded sweatshirt featuring “Mackintosh Staff” on the front (the “K” scribbled through as a design element), and “90 HRS/WK, And Loving It!” on the back. In very good to fine condition, with a small hole to the hood’s seam and some staining to the front pocket.
Manock recalls: “As we neared the Mac introduction date, predicted by the famous ‘1984’ Super Bowl commercial, everyone was working long, extra hours... especially the software team including Andy Hertzfeld and the digital design team including Burrell Smith. I think Burrell was rapidly becoming burned out by the tight schedule, so at a staff party he put a piece of tape over the ‘9’ on the sweatshirt so it read ‘0 HRS/WK, And Loving It!’ to great amusement.” Hired in February 1979 as a service technician, Burrell Smith proved his technical acumen by helping to add more memory to an Apple II computer. Recruited as an engineer for the Macintosh project, he went on to design five different Macintosh motherboards, including one for the LaserWriter Printer. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
6024. Group of (4) Apple Beach Towels.
Group of four white and gray Apple promotional beach towels, with designs including the Apple ‘rainbow’ logo (35˝ x 58˝), a pixel art ‘world map’ image in Apple’s rainbow colors (70˝ x 36˝), and two of the Macintosh ‘Picasso’ logo (36˝ x 66˝). In overall very good to fine condition, with scattered staining. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
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6025. Group of (7) Apple T-shirts. Collection of seven Apple-related t-shirts, including: a staff-originated red t-shirt with “Macintosh Software” on the front and “We Are Not Authorized to Comment on Unannounced Products” on the back (size L); two white t-shirts with the Macintosh ‘Picasso’ logo on the front and “Macintosh” on the back (no sizes); a white-and-red baseball-style t-shirt with the Macintosh ‘Picasso’ logo on the front and “1984 won’t be like ‘1984,’ Macintosh” on the back (size L); a standard issue white t-shirt with a red “Mac, Macintosh” script logo (size L); a white t-shirt with the rainbow logo and “Apple” on the front (size L); and a white t-shirt with Paul Rand’s NeXT Computer logo on the front and “The sign of the NeXT generation of computers… for Education” on the back (size XL). In overall good to very good condition, with light yellow staining to a few of the shirts, wear to the collar of the ‘Script’ shirt, and scattered small holes to the NeXT shirt. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
6026. Apple Mug Signed by Jerry Manock.
Circa 1980s white coffee mug featuring Apple’s ‘full rainbow’ logo, signed on the bottom in black felt tip, “J. C. Manock.” In very good to fine condition, with an abrasion to the lip of the mug. From the collection of product design engineer Jerrold C. Manock, and accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by Manock. Starting Bid $200
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of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale.
If we have not achieved nexus in a particular state it is still your responsibility to pay sales tax on your purchases.
Reserves:
The sales tax rate is determined by the State, Country, and City where purchases are shipped to. If you decide to pick up your purchases at our New Hampshire location you will not be required to pay sales tax. The State of New Hampshire does not have a general sales and use tax. All purchases picked up at our Massachusetts location will be taxed at the current rate of 6.25%. If you have a resale number please email Sue@RRAuction.com or fax to (603) 732-4288 a copy of your state resale certificate and you will be exempt from paying sales tax. Delivery, Shipping and Handling Charges: Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. RR Auction is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that service and handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to a credit card on file with RR Auction.
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RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.
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Warranties:
RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful Bidder in the event of a dispute between Bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve
RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold “as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchantability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture,
Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs. Title: Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper. Rights Reserved: RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, and/or to postpone the Auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone. Conducting the Auction:
genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Bidder acquires rights in copyright or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title. All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the Catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the Auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices. Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly. All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “Certification of Authenticity”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The Certification of Authenticity inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the Certification of Authenticity, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. The Certification of Authenticity is valid from date of the Auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot (the “Auction Date”) until five (5) years after the Auction Date, without exception. FIREARMS. RR Auction complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm. Limitation of Damages: In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Bidder, or Bidder is otherwise dissatisfied with the performance of RR Auction, the liability, if any, of RR Auction, shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the amount actually paid for the property by Bidder. In no event shall RR Auction be liable for incidental, special, indirect, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, value of investment or opportunity cost. Unauthorized Statements: Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a registration form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes pay-
ment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction. Bidder’s Remedies: Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid. This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder in conformity with the Warranties and Limitation of Damages provisions of these Conditions of Sale, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit. In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, in the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction shall make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the Consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Bidder within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and assign to Bidder all of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and assignment, all responsibility and liability, if any, of RR Auction with respect to said lot or property shall automatically terminate. RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction - this remedy is as to the Consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances. If Bidder wishes to challenge the AC within the period of the Certification of Authenticity, Bidder must present written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If RR Auction agrees that the lot is not as represented, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be a refund of their purchase price, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable. If RR Auction does not agree with the claim by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Any such challenge concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Bidder’s notice to RR Auction of Bidder’s contention that the lot was not authentic, or six (6) years from the Auction Date, whichever is sooner. If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), the lot is returnable if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the Auction Date. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and the AC, then the description in the AC shall control. This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE. RR Auction’s Additional Services: For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots
packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice, RR Auction will include an administration charge. Headings: Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Entire Agreement: These Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties. If any section of these Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections or terms and provisions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. Governing Law and Enforcement The Parties agree that any agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the Auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, and any other related agreement(s) are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the “Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”). The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. The Parties agree that Bidder shall have no right to recover consequential or indirect damages, or lost profits damages. The Parties consent to the enforcement of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in either the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Except as provided in Bidder’s Remedies with regard to the Certification of Authenticity, any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other agreement(s) between the Parties must be brought within one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances giving rise to the alleged claim, without exceptions. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute release of any claims after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute,
specifically including but not limited to third party claims and crossactions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale. The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the Parties’ agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. Notwithstanding the foregoing, RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration related to or arising out of any Auction of an item sold for less than $10,000. This right shall relate to the individual item price, such that RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration for items that in the aggregate exceed $10,000. The prevailing Party in such a proceeding shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the proceeding, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. This right of enforcement is unique to RR Auction, and these Conditions of Sale are a waiver by the Bidder of any right to enforcement or adjudication outside of an Arbitration.
CONDUCT OF AUCTION Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the Catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading). Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction. Before the Auction: Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment. Maximum Bids – All Auctions: To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid. Successful Bids: The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or
absentee bid is successful, Bidder will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice. Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the Consignor. RR Auction has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers. Bidding—Timed Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/ EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the Auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm EST/EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion. Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at
least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. Property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www.liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable.com and www.icollector.com. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a nonsale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, RR Auction reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and Consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement. Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available. Rules of Construction: RR Auction presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.
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