Monroe Cameraco. Monroe No.7
The Monroe No.7 is an early plate camera produced by Monroe Cameraco., a maker active in the early era of folding plate photography. It is a wooden-bodied folding camera of a type aimed at amateur photographers when new.
Monroe No.7 examples are scarce at UK auction, and the limited hammer record available shows a sale at £62 in 2025, which gives a working reference point for what one of these cameras is worth at saleroom level today. With only a single recorded result, the price a Monroe No.7 sells for can shift considerably with condition, completeness of the bellows and plate holders, and originality of fittings. Buyers should treat that figure as indicative rather than a firm market value.
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: June 2025
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jun 2025 | £62 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 375) Title: A Monroe No.7 Half Plate Mahogany Camera
Description:
leather bound mahogany and brass construction, body G, bellows appear G, with a Unicum bulb operated shutter, bulb hose has perished, optics VG. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Monroe No.7 worth today?
Based on the single UK auction hammer result on file, a Monroe No.7 sold for £62 in 2025, so that figure is the best current reference for its value, though scarcity of data means individual examples can vary.
How much does a Monroe No.7 sell for at auction?
The recorded UK auction hammer price is £62, excluding buyer's premium; complete examples with original plate holders and intact bellows would be expected to achieve toward the upper end of any range.
Is the Monroe No.7 a usable camera?
It is a plate camera and can in principle still be used, but practical shooting depends on bellows integrity, a working shutter, and access to suitable plate holders, which are not always present.