**Summary: Iconic Twitter Bird Logo Auctioned for Nearly $35,000**
The iconic blue bird logo of Twitter, removed during Elon Musk’s rebranding of the platform to X, has been sold at auction for approximately $35,000.
### The Auction of the Twitter Bird Logo
– **Who:** The auction was conducted by RR Auction, a company specializing in rare and collectible items.
– **What:** The blue bird logo, weighing 254 kg and measuring 12 feet by 9 feet, sold for $34,375.
– **When:** Reports of the auction surfaced on Saturday.
– **Where:** The logo was previously located at Twitter’s headquarters in San Francisco.
– **Why:** The logo was removed following Musk’s acquisition and rebranding of Twitter to X.
### Other Notable Auction Items
– An Apple-1 computer with accessories sold for **$375,000**.
– A check signed by Steve Jobs in 1976 fetched **$112,054**.
– A sealed first-generation 4GB iPhone sold for **$87,514**.
### Financial Context of X
– Elon Musk’s X is reportedly in discussions to raise funds from investors at a **$44 billion valuation**.
– Musk acquired Twitter for the same amount in 2022, but some investors have significantly reduced their stake’s value due to challenges in retaining advertisers.
– Recent reports indicate that Musk’s ties with Donald Trump and the return of some advertisers have improved financial expectations for X.
### Conclusion
The sale of the Twitter bird logo highlights the ongoing evolution of the platform under Musk’s leadership. What do you think the future holds for X as it navigates these financial challenges?
### FAQ:
**What was the final auction price of the Twitter bird logo?**
The Twitter bird logo was sold for $34,375 at auction.
