The Magic Cube was then manufactured to Western World safety and packaging norms and Ideal Toys decided a new name was needed. The Gordian Knot? Inca Gold? Hmmm...
How about Rubik's Cube, thus naming the puzzle after its inventor, Erno Rubik?
The first Rubik's Cubes were shipped from Hungary in May 1980, although arrival in the UK was rather later, the first batches hitting our stores towards the end of the year. Even then there was a severe shortage until spring 1981.
"Have A Rubik's Day" as my sister has inscribed on the birthday cake tray.
And, from spring 1981 onwards, for over a year, every day was a Rubik's day. I have never known a craze so intense.
Read all about the wonderful Cube here.
And, meanwhile, please excuse me whilst I get on with celebrating my birthday by tucking into the most delicious Rubik's Cube I have ever seen!
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4 comments:
Happy Birthday Andy! What a great cake creation from the family.
Thanks, Andy - also thanks for your recent help regarding the 1986 radio interview. I'm very grateful!
Happy birthday fella. I've been reading our blog for about six months, so much of it opens up my memories. Well written stuff too.
Cheers, Mark, your birthday wishes are much appreciated and I'm glad you enjoy the blog. Hope you keep reading! :)
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