Up for sale is a truly unique, "museum-grade" collection of Microsoft Visual Studio .NET Professional 2003. This is not just a loose software copy; it is a complete archive including the original manufacturer’s shipping materials and two separate CD sets.
The Collection Includes:
1x Factory-Sealed Professional CD Box: This copy is factory sealed with the original Microsoft "Pilfer Proof" tamper-evident tape intact on both the top and bottom. Note: This version was issued with tamper-tape seals only and was not originally shrink-wrapped. It is in pristine, unopened condition.
1x Open/Complete Professional CD Box: A second copy of the software that has been opened. It is 100% complete with all original discs and internal documentation. The box is in excellent condition with minimal shelf wear.
Original Shipping Provenance: Includes the original brown Microsoft shipping carton featuring the official "QC PASSED" blue sticker and reinforced Pilfer Proof warning tape. This provides rare "cradle-to-grave" history for the set.
Complete Documentation: Includes the hardcover "Visual Studio .NET Walkthroughs" book and the "Getting Started" guide, both in crisp, like-new condition.
Condition Note:
This set is being sold as a collector's item. One copy is factory-sealed and untouched; the other is open but complete. Please see photos for the exact condition of all seals and labels. Due to the vintage nature of this software, it is sold as-is for collection/archival purposes.
To preserve the value, The entire collection (including the brown box) inside a new, larger shipping box with plenty of padding to protect that QC sticker and original tape!
