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This artifact is a homemade pinhole film camera designed to capture images using light exposure through a small aperture. It is constructed from a lightproof box and functions without a traditional lens, relying instead on a tiny pinhole to project…

This artifact is a landline phone in the shape of the original Mickey Mouse. These types of phones were seen as decor and were a central part of everyone's everyday lives, as they were the only way they communicated other than word of mouth.…

This artifact is a large caliber bullet casing. This bullet casing was fired and used during World War 2 in the pacific theatre from a naval vessel. The casing is made of brass and is a large caliber, likely used for anti-air purposes. Much of the…

This machete was obtained by a family member some time while deployed for Operation Desert Storm and passed down. The machete itself has a decorative leather sheath, a black handle, and a long slightly curved steel blade. The blade shows surface ware…

This is the latest version of the Raspberry Pi, which is also the most expensive one ever, at around $305 for 16 GB as of April 21st, 2026. This single-board computer is small but packed with new features like a power button, dual 4Kp60 ports…

The GMC-500+ is a device that measures and detects radiation. It is specifically designed for beta, gamma, and x-ray radiation. The device possesses two different Geiger‑Müller tubes for detecting different radiation levels, allowing it to detect up…

The Kodak Junior Six-20 is a folding film camera estimated to have been manufactured in the 1930s. To operate it, users need to use a lever that allows the lens to protrude into its taking position. Looking closely at the lens, one will find the text…

The 1858 Remington New Model Army reproduction by F.lli Pietta is a six-shot black powder revolver featuring an eight-inch blue-steel barrel and a brass trigger guard. Following the 1864 Colt factory fire, the Remington New Model Army became the…

This is a RELI-A-PAK kit that used to fasten pipes together. It contains 4 5/8-11x3 bolts and 4 5/8-11 finished hex nuts as well as 3 inch GARLOCK 700 ring style 1/16 inch thick gasket. The contents of the kit is packed into a foldable box. The kit…

This artifact is a large, handcrafted fantasy sword modeled in an exaggerated style common to video game and anime weapon design specifically the buster sword from Final Fantasy which Cloud the main character uses frequently. The blade features a…

The Focal Microscope was a house branded product from Kmart which was a rebranded product originally manufactured in Japan. The Focal Microscope from Kmart was a mass-market educational microscope sold during the mid-to-late 20th century as part of…

The Sony Walkman E440 is a PMP (portable media player) that is part of Sony’s Walkman E series. This device allows both video and audio playing features and has an FM radio and voice recorder function. It also allows photos to be imported onto the…

The Osborne Executive was released in 1982. A briefcase-like portable computer that was designed to be the upgraded and more powerful version of its predecessor. However, before the computer could make its mark, the company filed for bankruptcy and…

A French weatherglass that uses the elevation of water to predict changes in weather. It is designed to hang off a hook attached to the wall of a boat. The hook is connected to a wooden base with a metal plate on it that explains the implications of…

The AMD Radeon R7 240 is a small, low-profile graphics card made for basic display and light computer tasks. It became common in budget and office PCs because it used very little power and didn’t need an extra power cable. While not built for heavy…

The Vaio VGN-FZ240E PCG-394L, part of the VGN-FZ200 series, ran Windows Vista and was known for its sleek design and for being ahead of its time in multimedia technology. It was designed with a focus on portable entertainment, featuring many…

This artifact is an iPhone 6s. It was released by Apple in 2015. The iPhone 6s marked a notable point in smartphone development with features such as 3D Touch, Touch ID, Live Photos, and an improved camera system. Its design reflects Apple’s…

This Ericsson telephone model was made in Brazil, it features a heavy Bakelite body, a coiled handset cord, and the iconic circular dial with finger holes used to manually input numbers. The brand Ericsson is originally from Sweden, and over the…
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