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Houghton Triple Victo

The Houghton Triple Victo is a British-made folding plate camera from the early twentieth century, produced by the London maker Houghton. It was a mid-tier folding field camera aimed at amateur plate photographers of its era.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Triple Victo have sat in a narrow band of roughly £80–£100, with the two recorded wholesale results giving a median around £90. Today the model sells for modest sums at saleroom level, and condition of the bellows, shutter and woodwork has a direct bearing on what it is worth.

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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: October 2025

Date Price Source
Oct 2025 £101 Chiswick Auctions
Jul 2025 £126 Chiswick Auctions
Aug 2023 £80 Special Auction Services
Oct 2017 £144 Flints Auctions
Nov 2006 £120 Christie's
Sep 2004 £71 Christie's
Jan 2001 £176 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Houghton Triple Victo worth today?

Based on recent UK auction hammer results, a Houghton Triple Victo is worth in the region of £80 to £100, depending on completeness and cosmetic condition.

How much does a Houghton Triple Victo sell for at auction?

Recorded hammer prices sit between £80 and £101, so most examples sell for under £110 before buyer's premium.

What affects the value of a Triple Victo?

Intact bellows, a working shutter, original plate holders and clean woodwork are the main factors that lift the price above the lower end of the range.

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