You won’t find this Apple item in any store — and it might sell for $4 million

And if you are wondering about the price, brace yourself: the document is expected to fetch between $2 million and $4 million. Yep, that’s a lot for some paper, but given its historical significance, it’s not that surprising.

Interestingly, the agreement itself was short-lived. Less than a year after it was made, when Apple Computer Company became Apple Computer, Inc., Ron Wayne famously sold his share for $800, arguably one of the worst business moves ever. That stake would now be worth hundreds of billions based on today’s Apple market value.

Not the first time around

Like I said, this isn’t the first time the founding agreement has been on sale. It last went under the hammer in 2011, bringing in $1.5 million. Now, with prices expected to climb even higher, the previous buyer probably feels pretty smart about that purchase.

For companies like Apple, which have a near-iconic status among fans, rare documents or unsealed devices can become highly valuable. And honestly, it’s a cool way for Apple enthusiasts to remember where it all started.

From the Mac to the iPhone – and beyond

Apple has come a long way since then. Its devices – from the Mac and MacBook to the iPhone and AirPods – have become legendary in tech culture. Or at least, the early models were.

To be honest, the latest iPhones feel a bit more generic, and I can’t really think of a recent model that feels iconic enough to make a future auction headline. Maybe the first foldable iPhone, expected next year, could reach that status, but we’ll have to wait and see.