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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

Date Price Source
Jul 2002 £199 Christie's
Mar 1998 £1,840 Christie's

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.