Dallmeyer (J.H.) Snapshot Camera "De Luxe"
The Dallmeyer Snapshot Camera "De Luxe" is an early hand camera produced by the London optical maker J.H. Dallmeyer, a firm long associated with photographic lenses. It belongs to the late-Victorian and Edwardian era of British snapshot cameras aimed at amateur users.
Auction data for this model is extremely thin: the only recorded UK saleroom hammer result on file is £58 from a Christie's sale in 2001, which gives a single wholesale data point rather than a reliable current value. With no recent comparables, today's price for a Dallmeyer Snapshot Camera "De Luxe" is best treated as condition- and completeness-led, and serious buyers should track future auction listings before committing.
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.
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jul 2001 | £58 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS & PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (Lot 368) Title: Snapshot de luxe camera
Description:
Snapshot de luxe camera Estimate: £50 - £100 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Dallmeyer Snapshot Camera "De Luxe" worth today?
Public UK auction evidence is limited to a single hammer result of £58 in 2001, so any current value is indicative only and will depend heavily on condition, originality and completeness.
How much does a Dallmeyer Snapshot Camera "De Luxe" sell for at auction?
Only one tracked UK auction sale exists on our records (£58 hammer, Christie's, 2001), which is too small a sample to give a meaningful current price range.
Why is the price history for this Dallmeyer so sparse?
The Snapshot Camera "De Luxe" appears infrequently in the saleroom, and many examples change hands privately or as part of mixed lots, which keeps the public auction record thin.