Balda-werk Balda 1
The Balda 1 is a folding film camera from the German maker Balda-Werk, a Dresden-based manufacturer active in the early to mid-twentieth century. It sits in the entry-level folding category typical of Balda-Werk's pre-war output.
Sales data for the Balda 1 is extremely thin: a single UK auction hammer result in January 2025 saw an example sell for £12. With only one wholesale saleroom data point on record, today's market value for the Balda 1 should be treated as indicative only, and condition will heavily influence what any given example is worth.
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.
Prices updated: January 2025
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jan 2025 | £12 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 241) Title: A Balda-Kamera Nr. 1 Folding Plate Camera
Description:
black, body F-G, has some wear and evidence of use, bellows extend, appear G, with vario shutter, not workig properly, and Balda Fotar f/6.3 13.5cm |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Balda 1 worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction data available, a Balda 1 has sold for around £12 at hammer, though with only one recorded sale this figure is indicative rather than a firm market price.
How much does a Balda 1 sell for at auction?
The one recorded UK auction sale in early 2025 fetched £12 at hammer, suggesting the model trades at the low end of the vintage folding camera market.