Vintage Sharp Elsi Mate EL-326 Calculator with Original Plastic Case – Japan

Vintage Sharp Elsi Mate EL-326 Calculator with Original Plastic Case – Made in Japan Tested and works excellent. Comes with its original case. Sharp Elsi Mate EL-326 is a pocket calculator manufactured by the Japanese company Sharp in the 1980s and 1990s. It is a vintage product that was popular in that period and is now a collectible item. The technical specifications of this calculator include an 8-digit display, battery-powered (LR44), and compact dimensions (approximately 75 mm x 120 mm x 14 mm). It has the ability to perform basic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It also has advanced functions such as the memory function, percentage function, and square root function. One interesting thing about this calculator is that it was very popular in Japan, where it was sold under the name ‘Elsi Mate’. It was one of the first portable pocket calculators to use liquid crystal display (LCD) technology, which provides a clear and easy-to-read display. In addition, there is a rarer version of this calculator, called the EL-326S, which has a black case and a more modernist design. Another interesting fact about this calculator is that it was included in the list of allowed items for the entrance exam to the University of Japan. This led to its increased popularity in Japan, as young students needed it to prepare for their exams. In conclusion, Sharp Elsi Mate EL-326 is a popular vintage calculator, which was innovative for its time and has become a collectible item today. It is a quality product, compact and easy to use, with an interesting history and significant sentimental and cultural value for those who own it. Facts at a glance: Feature Value Type Arithmetic Functions 7 Keys 24 Precision 8 Logic Algebraic Display type LCD Length 118mm Width 62mm Thickness 8mm Weight 51g Power Source Solar Year introduced 1985 For aesthetic condition please check the PHOTOS. Photos are part of the description. PAYMENT: Please complete payment within 2 days after winning the auction / accepting an offer or I may cancel the order.  SHIPPING: Within one working day after payment cleared. Online tracking available. RETURNS: ALL items can be returned within 30 days of your original purchase date for a full refund. Items must be returned in their original condition.   FEEDBACK: I do my best to provide a great shopping experience to all buyers. Please take a minute to leave 5 Star feedback if you are happy with your purchase. If there are any issues, just contact me through eBay message so I can fix things for you, and earn that 5 Star feedback. Thank You!   Thanks for watching and good luck shopping :-)