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Untouched Duck Hunt and Super Mario Bros. NES Cartridges Discovered in Storage
Key points
- 97 untouched NES cartridges of Duck Hunt and Super Mario Bros. found.
- Five cartridges received a perfect 10 PSA grade.
- Cartridges are a previously unknown version from late 1993.
- Likely intended for warranty repairs or an unreleased bundle.
Discovery of Rare NES Cartridges
A retro shop owner in Waukesha, Wisconsin, found 97 untouched Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) cartridges for Duck Hunt and Super Mario Bros. in his storage room. The cartridges were reportedly acquired years ago from an individual whose grandfather's business salvaged precious metals from circuit boards.
Pristine Condition and High Grading
The discovered cartridges are in pristine condition, with the Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) assigning high grades, including five perfect 10 scores. The original owner claimed these cartridges came directly from Nintendo of America, contributing to their rarity and value.
Unseen Version Details
Further inspection revealed these cartridges are a previously unseen version, produced during the 40th week of 1993. The manuals accompanying these cartridges also feature a unique phrase, "maintenance or service," on the back page, differing from the known "maintenance or repair" in earlier versions. This distinction helped confirm their unique status.
Potential Origin and Significance
It is speculated that these cartridges were manufactured as replacements for warranty repairs, for refurbished consoles, or as part of an unreleased bundle. The exact reason for their production and storage remains unconfirmed by Nintendo of America, but their discovery provides a glimpse into late-era NES production variations.
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A retro shop owner in Wisconsin discovered 97 untouched copies of Duck Hunt and Super Mario Bros. NES cartridges, some receiving perfect 10 grades from PSA. These cartridges are a previously unseen version, likely produced for warranty replacements or an unreleased bundle.