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Newman & Guardia Baby Sibyl (rollfilm)

The Newman & Guardia Baby Sibyl in rollfilm form is an early 20th-century British folding camera, a compact variant of the Sibyl line aimed at users wanting a pocketable plate-camera-style instrument adapted for rollfilm.

With only a single recorded UK auction hammer result in the dataset (£299 at Christie's in 1999), there is no current price range to cite for what a Baby Sibyl rollfilm is worth today; thinly-traded British folders of this era typically depend heavily on cosmetic condition, shutter function and completeness when they do sell.

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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: May 2010

Date Price Source
May 2010 EUR 320 Leitz Auction
Jul 2001 £117 Christie's
Jul 2000 £105 Christie's
Jul 1999 £299 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Newman & Guardia Baby Sibyl (rollfilm) worth today?

The only verified UK auction record in our data is a £299 hammer price from 1999, which is too thin a sample to state a reliable current value or price range.

How much does a Baby Sibyl rollfilm sell for at auction?

Recent UK saleroom data is sparse; the single recorded sale fetched £299 at hammer, and current prices would depend on condition, completeness and bidder interest on the day.

What should I check before buying one?

Focus on bellows light-tightness, shutter accuracy, the rollfilm transport mechanism and the condition of the leather and brasswork, as these drive both usability and value.

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