Concava Tessina (chrome)
The Concava Tessina is a subminiature 35mm camera produced in Switzerland from the late 1950s. Its compact rectangular body uses specially loaded cassettes of 35mm film to produce small negatives, and it was positioned as a discreet precision instrument rather than a mainstream consumer camera.
With only two UK auction hammer results on file — £199 in 2002 and £1,840 in 1998 — the dataset is too thin to define a reliable current value, though it indicates the chrome Tessina has historically sold across a wide spread at saleroom level. As of today in 2026, what a Concava Tessina is worth depends heavily on completeness of accessories and cosmetic condition, and any quoted price should be treated as indicative rather than a firm market level.
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: July 2002
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| Jul 2002 | £199 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (Lot 172) Title: Tessina no. 65499
Description:
Tessina no. 65499 Estimate: £150 - £200 |
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| Mar 1998 | £1,840 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS & OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 318) Title: Tessina no. 665538
Description:
Tessina no. 665538 Estimate: £1,000 - £1,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Concava Tessina (chrome) worth today?
Recorded UK auction hammer prices for the chrome Tessina range from £199 to £1,840, but with only two data points the current value is uncertain and condition-dependent.
How much does a Concava Tessina sell for at auction?
The two logged UK hammer results sit at £199 and £1,840, suggesting the price a Tessina sells for is strongly influenced by completeness and cosmetic state rather than a settled median.
Why is there such a wide price range?
The sample size is very small and the two sales are years apart, so the spread reflects differences in condition, accessories and auction circumstances rather than a defined market band.