Eckert and Mauchly Medallion

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Posted by bellagru

15 years ago

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Description

Written on back:

"Association for Computing Machinery

Honoring J. Presper Eckert and John W. Mauchly

For extending the frontiers of technology for the good of mankind be designing and building the first electronic computer, Eniac, in 1946, and the first commercial electronic computer, Univac, in 1951

Nashville, Tennessee 1980"

Written on front

"Founders of the computer industry

J. Presper Eckert 1919

John W. Mauchly 1907-1980"

Images of both men on front as well.

The top of the box is signed by Kathleen R. Mauchly and J. Presper Eckert.

Category Autographs

Medium Bronze

Distinguishing marks Has a small notch in lower right hand side, box is signed by J. Presper Eckert and Kathleen Mauchly

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item Medallion's diameter is about the same as a soda can, fits perfectly in the box

Date Period 1980

Weight 4.41 OZ, with box 4.90 OZ

History The item was picked up at a flea market for $5. My mother did research on it andfound out that the reason Kathleen Mauchly signed the box instead of her husband was that John Mauchly died earlier that year and Kathleen helped design the ENIAC. Would love to know its value.

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Price Paid (If known) $5

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