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THIS IS WHAT VINTAGE GAME COLLECTING IS REALLY ABOUT.
Long before smartphones, online gaming or handheld systems with high-definition screens, receiving an electronic game was a major event. You studied every button, memorized every sound and played until the batteries finally gave out. This wonderful original period photograph captures that exact moment—a smiling young boy proudly holding his TOMY DIGITAL DIAMOND baseball game as though it were the greatest possession in the world.
TOMY Digital Diamond was not just another electronic game. Its unusual baseball-diamond design combined lights, sounds, electronics and mechanical action into a tabletop masterpiece. It looked and played unlike almost anything else available at the time. Today, it is remembered as one of TOMY’s most imaginative creations from the golden age of electronic games.
Look closely at the photograph. Digital Diamond is not sitting anonymously on a shelf—it is being held tightly against the boy’s chest and proudly presented to the camera. The vintage furniture, lamp, clothing and unmistakable flash photography complete the scene. This is not a modern recreation or internet printout. It is an authentic snapshot from the original electronic-game era, showing this incredible game exactly where it belonged: in the hands of an excited child.
Collectors spend years searching for games, boxes, instructions and advertising, but photographs like this preserve the human story behind the machines. This image documents the excitement TOMY Digital Diamond created when it was new. Display it beside your own Digital Diamond and it becomes something no instruction manual or advertisement can duplicate—a genuine glimpse into the childhood experience that made these games am listing a massive collection of vintage electronic games, game consoles, and arcade memorabilia.I have fiddled with vintage games for more than 45 years. If you are a serious collector...or looking for the perfect nostalgic gift for someone who grew up in the 1970s, ’80s, or ’90s...you may have just hit the jackpot. Many of my items are extremely rare, unusual, and sometimes one-of-a-kind finds, so be sure to check my other listings and check back often, as I am constantly adding new treasures from the collection.
I believe in describing every item openly and accurately to the best of my ability..I do not intentionally hide flaws or problems. With the nature of these old games they will almost always have some little issue...buttons don\'t press perfect, screens faded, small scuffs or wear from play.... battery covers don\'t stay on perfect. All games are sold as is due to the nature of these games. If I see something obvious I will point it out.Please study all photos carefully, as the photos are 95% of the description and show exactly what you are buying. I am always happy to combine shipping whenever possible. Unless specifically stated in the listing, batteries are not included with electronic games. Yes I combine shipping on all US orders. I do not combine shipping on International orders. I will not label boxes as gift. International shipping can take extra time. I only use Global shipping. The price you see for shipping is what is collecting...not me. International orders are responsible for duties and taxes. does not have a process in place for this. All items are insured. Shipping price includes packaging and time for labor, etc. Thanks for looking, and enjoy the hunt—you never know what rare piece I’ll list next!
Don’t let this chance pass you by. Own it.
NOTE...You may see a number and a letter in the Title like \"A1\" this is a label for me telling me the location of the game in my house so I can find it quickly amongst all of the games listed. Thank you
