{"title":"History \u0026 Collector Gifts","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover conversation-starting gifts for history enthusiasts, collectors, music fans, aviation lovers, and technology buffs. This collection brings together authenticated artifact specimens, distinctive playing cards, and display-worthy pieces chosen for the stories they carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are shopping for a birthday, retirement, graduation, or a person who seems to have everything, these unusual collectibles offer a tangible connection to remarkable people, places, and moments.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"old-ironsides-uss-constitution","title":"Old Ironsides USS Constitution","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHistoric wood specimen\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA small wood specimen from USS Constitution, recovered during restoration work in the 1920s—not a model of the ship. Choose it for someone interested in naval history. Specimen dimensions and packaging details are not specified in this listing; contact us if these affect your gift choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the USS\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eConstitution\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003etriumphed over the HMS\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eGuerriere\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eduring the War of 1812, the battleship became an icon of the US Navy and was beloved by the citizens of the young nation. During the battle, cannonballs seemed to glance off the side of the ship, earning the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eConstitution\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eits nickname: Old Ironsides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis specimen is a piece of wood from Old Ironsides, recovered during restoration efforts in the 1920s. First appearing in the Fifth Edition, we're very excited to bring Old Ironsides to the store!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44158059413591,"sku":"80-112-0380-201-40","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/7764\/9239\/files\/iron-sides-desk-MAIN-006.jpg?v=1786588878"},{"product_id":"boeing-747-ei-bed-horizontal-stabilizer","title":"Boeing 747 - EI-BED Horizontal Stabilizer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAviation collectible\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fragment of the horizontal stabilizer from Boeing 747 EI-BED, formerly operated by Aer Lingus—not a miniature aircraft. A gift for an aviation enthusiast or aircraft-history collector. The listing does not specify fragment dimensions; ask us before ordering if size or presentation is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollect a piece of aviation history: \u003c\/strong\u003eauthentic material from an iconic Boeing 747 available now!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking to the skies is a common feature of our lives today, but there was a time when catching a flight was an extravagant luxury. When it was built, the Boeing 747 revolutionized the airline industry as the first jumbo jet. Carrying more seats at a lower cost, the plane allowed the average person to experience the thrill of flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as the Queen of the Skies, this specimen is a fragment of the horizontal stabilizer of a 747 that was in service to Aer Lingus for 16 years. Designated EI-BED and also known as St. Kieran\/Ciarán, this 747 was one of hundreds of planes that took to the skies during the Golden Age of Air Travel. EI-BED left service in 1995 and was scrapped the following year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44158060724311,"sku":"80-112-0413-201-40","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/7764\/9239\/files\/747-in-hand-MAIN-012.jpg?v=1786588920"},{"product_id":"first-supercomputer-cray-1","title":"First Supercomputer Cray-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChoose the specimen format\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a small historic computer-component specimen, not a working computer or complete circuit board. Check the selected variant: the listing describes a Module Board section and an alternative IC Chip version. PCB module-board sections contain lead; follow the handling warning below and use gloves. Choose this as a display collectible, not an object for children to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/board-supercomputer-front_600x600.jpg?v=1579802749\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"There's something about the speed of light; It's just hard to get around.\" ~ Seymour Cray\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item includes a small section of an original Cray-1 Module Board. We also have an alternate version that includes an IC Chip (see details below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLEAD WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePCB Module board sections do contain lead as part of their manufacturing process. \u003cstrong\u003eModule board sections should be handled with care and only while wearing gloves.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Module Board Only","offer_id":44158062395479,"sku":"80-112-4005-201-36","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"IC Chip and Module Board","offer_id":44158062428247,"sku":"80-112-0104-201-36","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/7764\/9239\/files\/add-on-supercomputer-board-01.jpg?v=1786588946"},{"product_id":"ultimate-deck","title":"Ultimate Deck","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA deck of playing cards with 54 different artworks, presented in an embossed, foil-accented tuck case and sealed with a vintage-inspired tax stamp. This is a functional card deck as well as an art-led gift for a card enthusiast or design lover. The listing does not specify card dimensions or a separate gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultimate Deck is a one-of-a-kind, luxury deck of playing cards showcasing stunning works of art on every card. Produced in collaboration with the award-winning design firm, Stranger \u0026amp; Stranger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing 54 unique works of art, each with an elaborate back design printed with raised black-ink and gold foil. Every single card in the Ultimate Deck is represented with a story, incorporating classical art, as well as works from today's leading illustrators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged in a gorgeous tuck-case of extraordinary detail featuring embossed elements and foil accents. Each deck is carefully packaged by hand and sealed with a vintage-inspired tax stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art of Play","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44158062821463,"sku":"002-I3-ULTIMATE-DECK","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/7764\/9239\/files\/ultimate-deck-stranger-and-stranger_e53085e0-bd88-48ac-9a46-da15b1af29eb.jpg?v=1786589017"},{"product_id":"beatles-brick-fragment-the-cavern-club","title":"Beatles Brick Fragment - The Cavern Club","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCollectible and presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn authentic brick fragment from the original Cavern Club—not a whole brick. The specimen is displayed in a cushioned acrylic jar inside a glass-topped display case measuring 4 × 3 × 1 inches. An information card also serves as the certificate of authenticity. Fragment colour and texture vary; expect red, grey or mixed colouring rather than an exact match to a photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an authentic brick fragment salvaged from the original Cavern Club in Liverpool, England. From 1961 to 1963, the Fab Four played 292 shows in the Cavern Club. This is a great collectible piece for any Beatles fan!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\"The Cavern... Do I have memories of the Cavern?  Do I? Oh yeah.\" ~ Paul McCartney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBefore The Beatles played for millions of viewers on The Ed Sullivan Show, the Lads from Liverpool put in thousands of hours in clubs and lounges across the UK, Germany, Sweden, and France, yet few venues can be so closely associated with the earliest days of the Beatles as the original Cavern Club in Liverpool, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beatles first played the Cavern Club in 1961, where they were soon noticed by talent spotter and future manager Brian Epstein. The venue was inspired by Parisian jazz clubs and boasted an iconic brick-laden cellar that served as the stage. As noted above, this specimen is a fragment of one of those bricks that first experienced the sound of the Beatles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the original club was demolished in 1973, a selection of bricks was taken and placed at auction. Mini Museum's material comes from one of these 1973 bricks, meaning the sound of the first 1961 Beatles performance passed through these specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach specimen is hand-cut by our technicians and is displayed in a cushioned acrylic jar. The jar is enclosed inside a classic, glass-topped riker display case that measures 4\"x3\"x1\". A small information card is also enclosed, which also serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: Color will vary widely on this specimen between red, gray, and swirls of both colors\u003c\/strong\u003e. The unique texture and coloring are the result of uneven firing and rough materials used at the time. 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