At Gizmochina, we often discuss how expensive Apple products are, and this applies not only to new devices but also to older ones. Interestingly, some older models become even more valuable with time. For example, have you ever wondered about the value of your old iPhone sitting untouched in your drawer? It might not be worth much, but if it’s a first-generation iPhone that has never been opened, that’s a different story. Due to their rarity, these unopened antiques can sell for over $130,000! Here are the details…
Rare 4GB Original iPhone Sells for Over $130,000 in Auction
You may have heard about the astronomical prices vintage Apple products bring at auctions. For instance, we recently mentioned the record-breaking price at which a rare sealed first-generation iPhone 4 GB was sold. Remarkably, these amounts are only increasing. Recently, a company named LCG Auctions put up an iPhone 4G in perfect condition for sale, aiming to sell it for over $100,000. As expected, the smartphone, now considered an antique, sold for over $130,000.
Furthermore, this record-breaking sale may soon be surpassed. Recently, an identical phone sold through LCG Auctions for a staggering $190,000. The $60,000 difference in price highlights the influence of demand on these rare collectibles. The value of these vintage iPhones stems almost entirely from their scarcity. As YouTubers purchase these phones for unboxing videos, even fewer remain available for collectors. Consequently, don’t be surprised if we hear about similar items commanding even higher prices in the near future.
In this situation, it’s natural to wonder “If I buy an iPhone 15 today and keep it sealed for a decade, how much could I sell it for?”. Obviously, it would gain more than its current price, but probably not as much as an original, first-generation iPhone. Apple likely produced far fewer of those (around 30 million) compared to the iPhone 14’s nearly 100 million units.
The iPhone 15 will have similarly high production numbers. While this isn’t investment advice, and returns aren’t guaranteed, holding onto a sealed iPhone 15 could definitely earn you a significant profit down the line.
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