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Newman & Guardia New Ideal Sibyl

The Newman & Guardia New Ideal Sibyl is a British-made folding plate camera, a later development in the Ideal Sibyl family produced by the London maker Newman & Guardia. It was positioned as a precision instrument for serious amateur and professional use.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the New Ideal Sibyl have been modest relative to the maker's reputation: a 2022 saleroom result recorded £236, while an earlier 2001 sale reached £141. With only two data points available in 2026, any view of what this camera is worth today should treat these figures as indicative rather than a firm market price, and condition of the bellows, shutter and leather covering will strongly affect what a clean example sells for.

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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.

Date Price Source
Apr 2025 £112 Flints Auctions
Jan 2022 £236 Flints Auctions
May 2011 EUR 340 Leitz Auction
Dec 2002 £258 Christie's
Jul 2001 £141 Christie's

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