Ansco No. 3A Folding Buster Brown
The Ansco No. 3A Folding Buster Brown is an early 20th-century folding roll-film camera produced by Ansco in the United States. It belongs to the family of postcard-format folding cameras aimed at amateur photographers when introduced.
Sales data is extremely thin: a single UK auction hammer result from March 2022 saw an example sell for £12. On that limited evidence, today's value at saleroom level for a No. 3A Folding Buster Brown sits in the low double digits in GBP, and the price a collector pays at auction will hinge heavily on cosmetic condition and whether the bellows and shutter still function.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Mar 2022 | £12 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: The Collectors sale (Lot 378) Title: An Ansco No.3A Folding Buster Brown Camera
Description:
together with a Kodak No.2A Folding Pocket Brownie (2) |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Ansco No. 3A Folding Buster Brown worth today?
Based on the only recorded UK auction sale, one hammered at £12 in 2022, suggesting current value is modest and condition-dependent rather than driven by collector demand.
How much does an Ansco No. 3A Folding Buster Brown sell for at auction?
The available sales history shows a single hammer price of £12, so expect a similar low-double-digit figure for a comparable example unless condition is exceptional.
Is the Ansco No. 3A Folding Buster Brown a good buyer's price for a user camera?
At this price level it is inexpensive to acquire, but factor in the likely cost of bellows replacement and a shutter service before treating it as a working camera.