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Contessa Citoskop Stereo

The Contessa Citoskop Stereo is a stereo camera produced by the German maker Contessa (later absorbed into Zeiss Ikon) in the early 20th century. It was designed to capture paired images for three-dimensional viewing, a format that was a mainstream branch of amateur photography in the decades before 35mm dominance.

At UK auction the Citoskop Stereo has changed hands at hammer prices between roughly £74 and £300, with a median around £150 based on the limited results available. Today values are highly condition-sensitive: a complete example with working shutter and clean optics sells for noticeably more than a shelf-worn body, and the wholesale saleroom level quoted here sits below what a restored example is worth through a specialist dealer.

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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: June 2024

Date Price Source
Jun 2024 £150 Flints Auctions
Jun 2015 EUR 300 Leitz Auction
Nov 2003 EUR 698 Leitz Auction
Mar 1999 £74 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Contessa Citoskop Stereo worth today?

Recent UK auction hammer prices have ranged from about £74 to £300, clustering near a £150 median, though retail asking prices from specialist dealers typically sit higher.

How much does a Contessa Citoskop Stereo sell for at auction?

At recent UK sales the camera has sold for around £150 in average condition, with cleaner, more complete examples reaching the upper end of the £74–£300 range.

What drives the price and value of a Citoskop Stereo?

Condition is the main factor: matched working shutters, clear lenses, intact bellows and the presence of original accessories such as plate holders all push the price toward the top of the observed range.

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