Goldwein Detective Camera
The Goldwein Detective Camera is a Czech-made detective-style camera, a body format introduced in the late 19th century and designed to be inconspicuous in everyday use.
Auction evidence for this model is thin, but a UK saleroom hammer result from 2015 reached £800, which sets the only documented reference for what this camera sells for at wholesale level today. With just one verified sale on file, the price band is indicative rather than settled, and condition, completeness and provenance would heavily influence value at any future 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.
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jun 2015 | EUR 800 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 27 (Lot AI_27_31554) Title: Goldwein Detective Camera
Description:
rare 9x12cm mahogany detective camera with changing bag, in very good condition with working shutter, inclusive matching canvas carrying case Estimate: EUR 800 - EUR 1,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Goldwein Detective Camera worth?
The only documented UK auction hammer price on record is £800 from 2015, so that figure is the sole reference point for current value.
How much does a Goldwein Detective Camera sell for at auction?
With a single verified sale at £800 hammer, there is not enough data to quote a reliable price range, and a fresh result could land materially above or below that figure depending on condition.
Is the Goldwein Detective Camera a rare collector's item?
It appears infrequently at auction — only one verified UK sale is on file — which suggests scarcity, though limited turnover also means market price discovery is incomplete.