Kodak No. 1 Cone Pocket Kodak
The No. 1 Cone Pocket Kodak is an early Kodak roll-film camera from the late 19th century, named for the tapered cone-shaped body that collapses into a pocketable form. It is a collector-grade piece rather than a user camera, valued primarily for its place in early photographic history.
Sales evidence for the No. 1 Cone Pocket Kodak is thin, but the two recorded UK auction hammer results both landed at £2,400, giving a consistent reference point at saleroom level as of 2026. Because only a handful of examples surface publicly, what a No. 1 Cone Pocket Kodak is worth today depends heavily on completeness, original finish and provenance, and exceptional examples can sell for considerably more than the recorded figures.
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: March 2014
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| Mar 2014 | EUR 2,400 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 25 (Lot AI_25_29835) Title: Kodak No.1 Cone Pocket Kodak
Description:
very rare and early jumelle styled pocket camera in fine condition, according to Jim McKeown only 1000 have been produced and were shipped to London on January 29th, 1898 - see McKeown's Price guide (12th Edition) p.489 Estimate: EUR 1,500 - EUR 2,000 |
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| Nov 2013 | EUR 2,400 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 24 (Lot AI_24_27423) Title: Kodak No.1 Cone Pocket Kodak
Description:
very rare jumelle styled pocket camera in fine condition, according to Jim McKeown only 1000 have been produced and were shipped to London on january 29th, 1898 - see McKeown's Price guide (12th Edition) p.489 Estimate: EUR 1,500 - EUR 2,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a No. 1 Cone Pocket Kodak worth?
Based on the limited UK auction record available, a No. 1 Cone Pocket Kodak has sold for around £2,400 at hammer, though scarcity means individual prices can vary widely with condition and completeness.
How much does a No. 1 Cone Pocket Kodak sell for at auction?
Both recorded UK hammer sales price this model at £2,400, so that figure is the best current benchmark for what it sells for, excluding buyer's premium.
Is the No. 1 Cone Pocket Kodak a usable camera or a collector's piece?
Its value today is almost entirely collector-driven; buyers price it as an early Kodak artefact rather than as a working camera.