No. 102433218

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Apple Rare Apple II Cassette Software Set (1977–1978) - Computer - With replacement box
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Apple Rare Apple II Cassette Software Set (1977–1978) - Computer - With replacement box

Offered here is a rare and historically significant set of three original Apple Computer Inc. cassette tapes, dating from the very early years of personal computing (1977–1978) and designed for use with the Apple II. In the late 1970s, before floppy disk drives became common, software was often distributed on audio cassette tapes, loaded via a cassette interface. These tapes represent one of the earliest forms of software distribution for personal computers, making them highly collectible today. Included in this set: // Applesoft IIa (1977) P/N A2T0004X – Load 16K Includes: Floating Point BASIC / Demo (AppleSoft Loaded) Developed by Microsoft, Applesoft BASIC was a crucial milestone that made programming accessible to everyday users and played a key role in the success of the Apple II. // Color Graphics P/N A2T0003X – Load 4K A demonstration program showcasing the early color graphics capabilities of the Apple II. // Breakout P/N A2T0003X – Load 4K A classic early computer game, reflecting the close connection between early Apple computing and arcade-style entertainment. All three tapes feature the iconic early Apple rainbow logo, making them visually striking and highly desirable for collectors. // Condition – Original vintage items with signs of age and use consistent with over 45 years old media; – Untested due to lack of compatible hardware; – One of the cassette cases has a broken hinge; – Sold as collector’s items. Please carefully review all photos, as they form an integral part of the description // Important – Due to their age, functionality cannot be guaranteed. These tapes are primarily offered as historical and collectible artifacts. – This set represents a unique opportunity to acquire authentic Apple II-era software, including a version of BASIC developed by Microsoft in its early years—placing this lot at the crossroads of two of the most influential companies in computing history. A true and rare piece of the birth of personal computing.

No. 102433218

No longer available
Apple Rare Apple II Cassette Software Set (1977–1978) - Computer - With replacement box

Apple Rare Apple II Cassette Software Set (1977–1978) - Computer - With replacement box

Offered here is a rare and historically significant set of three original Apple Computer Inc. cassette tapes, dating from the very early years of personal computing (1977–1978) and designed for use with the Apple II.

In the late 1970s, before floppy disk drives became common, software was often distributed on audio cassette tapes, loaded via a cassette interface. These tapes represent one of the earliest forms of software distribution for personal computers, making them highly collectible today.

Included in this set:

// Applesoft IIa (1977)
P/N A2T0004X – Load 16K
Includes: Floating Point BASIC / Demo (AppleSoft Loaded)
Developed by Microsoft, Applesoft BASIC was a crucial milestone that made programming accessible to everyday users and played a key role in the success of the Apple II.

// Color Graphics
P/N A2T0003X – Load 4K
A demonstration program showcasing the early color graphics capabilities of the Apple II.

// Breakout
P/N A2T0003X – Load 4K
A classic early computer game, reflecting the close connection between early Apple computing and arcade-style entertainment.

All three tapes feature the iconic early Apple rainbow logo, making them visually striking and highly desirable for collectors.

// Condition
– Original vintage items with signs of age and use consistent with over 45 years old media;
– Untested due to lack of compatible hardware;
– One of the cassette cases has a broken hinge;
– Sold as collector’s items.

Please carefully review all photos, as they form an integral part of the description

// Important
– Due to their age, functionality cannot be guaranteed. These tapes are primarily offered as historical and collectible artifacts.

– This set represents a unique opportunity to acquire authentic Apple II-era software, including a version of BASIC developed by Microsoft in its early years—placing this lot at the crossroads of two of the most influential companies in computing history.

A true and rare piece of the birth of personal computing.

Bidding closed
Toby Wickwire
Expert
Estimate  € 150 - € 200

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