THE RECORDArchive of Rare Vintage Media

THE RECORD
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Preserving the Soul of the Analog Era.

We don't just sell paper. We curate time.

A museum-grade archive of rare vintage advertisements and print media from the pre-2000s. Selected for collectors who value history, art, and the spirit of the analog world.

Classification System

RARITY CLASSIFICATION

Our grading system for vintage collectibles

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OMEGA (Ω)Museum Grade

Museum-grade pieces. Extremely rare, only a few exist worldwide.

SSS
SSSExtremely Rare

Very rarely found. Often from defunct brands or limited runs.

SS
SSSuper Rare

Rare pieces from world-class luxury brands.

S
SRare Crossover

Rare items that cross multiple categories, e.g. sports + tobacco.

A
AExcellent

High quality pieces in excellent condition. Great for collectors.

B
BStandard

Standard collectible grade. Perfect for starting a collection.

About The Archive

ABOUT THE COLLECTION

The Record is a curated archive of rare vintage advertisements from the pre-2000s era. We source pieces from leading magazines worldwide, each authenticated and graded for rarity — from B (Standard) to OMEGA (Museum Grade).

Every piece comes with a certificate of authenticity, complete with provenance details, production year, type, and condition — so collectors can be confident in the quality and rarity of every item.