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Super Mario Bros. - Wata 8.0 B+ Sealed [Hangtab, 2 Code, Mid-Production], NES Nintendo 1985 USA....
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Description
Sealed Perforated Cardboard Hangtab Box - Considered One of the Rarest Variants
Super Mario Bros. - Wata 8.0 B+ Sealed [Hangtab, 2 Code,
Mid-Production], NES Nintendo 1985 USA. The quest for a sealed
hangtab Super Mario Bros. is a common dream among video game
collectors, and this variant stands out as a rare treasure, with
only nine copies noted on Wata's March 2024 population report.
Hangtab NES games with the seal intact are highly contested in our
sales because they are from early production runs and tend to be
very hard to find. This is especially true with Super Mario
Bros., a cultural phenomenon that has gained even more acclaim
with the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. As the
mainstay of the NES and a pioneer of the side-scrolling platform
genre, it set the standard for video games and became a blueprint
for future classics.This copy boasts excellent presentation quality, ready to become a centerpiece in any Nintendo enthusiast's collection. While it has a ding on the bottom front left corner and a minor seal tear on the top right front cover, these minor imperfections do not detract from its overall allure and rarity. It is an essential acquisition for collectors seeking to capture a piece of the video game industry's storied past, particularly for those who appreciate the game's significant impact on the industry and popular culture. Out of all our video game listings, hangtab copies of Super Mario Bros. are easily among the most revered and sought-after lots. There's a thin three-inch cut on the right spine, but it's a little hard to see in the Wata slab, and the game presents beautifully. Plus, this is a small gripe for such a coveted hangtab game. Wata notes, "Cut in box spine."
View the certification for PSA Certification ID 576947-001, including grader's notes if available.
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Auction Info
2024 May 24 - 25 Video Games Signature® Auction #7372 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
May, 2024
24th-25th
Friday-Saturday
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