Coronet Midget blue 'Umbrella'
The Coronet Midget is a small Bakelite subminiature camera produced in the UK in the 1930s, taking pictures on rollfilm in a compact moulded body. The 'Umbrella' refers to a promotional variant tied to an umbrella-related branding, and the blue colourway sits among the rarer finishes Coronet offered alongside the more common black examples.
Sales data for the blue 'Umbrella' Midget is extremely thin: a single UK auction hammer result on record reached £2,400 in 2008, a wholesale saleroom figure that excludes commission. With only one data point, today's value is best treated as indicative rather than a reliable median, and condition, original box and colour authenticity drive what a clean example sells for at auction.
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: November 2008
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2008 | EUR 2,400 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 14 (Lot AI_14_17683) Title: Coronet Midget Blue with Umbrella
Description:
the most rare Midget in very fine condition, mounted on the grip of an umbrella, very rare original outfit Estimate: EUR 2,500 - EUR 3,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Coronet Midget blue 'Umbrella' worth today?
On the only recorded UK auction hammer result, a blue 'Umbrella' Midget sold for £2,400, though with just one sale on file this should be treated as an indicative price rather than a firm market value.
How much does a Coronet Midget blue 'Umbrella' sell for at auction?
The available evidence points to a four-figure hammer price for a clean blue 'Umbrella' example, with the single recorded sale reaching £2,400 before commission.
Why is the price so high compared with a standard Coronet Midget?
Standard black Midgets are common and inexpensive, whereas the blue 'Umbrella' variant is scarce, and rarity in colour and promotional branding is what drives the value of this specific version.