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Mackenstein Francia Jumelle

The Mackenstein Francia Jumelle is a French-made stereo (jumelle-style) plate camera, a body type produced in France from the late 19th into the early 20th century by the Paris maker Mackenstein. As a jumelle, it uses twin lenses to expose paired stereoscopic images on glass plates, and was sold as a hand-held alternative to the folding cameras of its era.

Sales data for the Francia Jumelle is extremely thin: the only recorded UK auction hammer result we have is £250, achieved in 2004, so there is no meaningful current range or median to quote for today's market. Anyone trying to gauge what a Francia Jumelle is worth or sells for in 2026 should treat that single saleroom figure as a historical data point rather than a live valuation, since wholesale hammer prices for obscure French stereo cameras are highly condition-sensitive and depend heavily on completeness of plate holders and shutter function.

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: May 2004

Date Price Source
May 2004 EUR 250 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is a Mackenstein Francia Jumelle worth today?

The only verified UK auction hammer price on record is £250 from 2004, so a precise current value cannot be given; condition, completeness of plate holders, and working shutters are the main price drivers.

How much does a Francia Jumelle sell for at auction?

With just one recorded saleroom result (£250 hammer), there is not enough data to quote a reliable price range; collectors should benchmark against comparable French jumelle stereo plate cameras of the same era.

Is the Mackenstein Francia Jumelle a stereo camera?

Yes — "jumelle" denotes the twin-lens stereo body style, and the Francia Jumelle was built to expose paired stereoscopic images on glass plates.