Newman & Guardia Special Stereoscopic
The Newman & Guardia Special Stereoscopic is a British-made stereoscopic plate camera designed to produce paired side-by-side images for stereo viewing. It dates from the early stereo-camera era and was sold as a specialist instrument for amateurs and professionals interested in three-dimensional photography.
Auction evidence for the Special Stereoscopic is very thin: a single recorded UK saleroom hammer result of £587 (Christie's, 2002) provides the only data point, so today's price ceiling and floor cannot be reliably bracketed from sales alone. As of 2026 a clean, complete example would likely sell for a similar three-figure sum at auction, though condition, completeness of the original case and plate holders, and shutter function will heavily influence what it sells for.
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: December 2002
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Dec 2002 | £587 | Christie's | |
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Auction: THE BRITISH CAMERA 1840-1960 THE JIM BARRON COLLECTION (Lot 54) Title: Special Stereoscopic camera no. SS662
Description:
Special Stereoscopic camera no. SS662 Estimate: £500 - £800 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Newman & Guardia Special Stereoscopic worth today?
On the limited evidence available, the only recorded UK auction hammer price is £587 from 2002; a comparable example in similar condition would be expected to sell for a broadly similar figure today, with strong variation by condition.
How much does a Newman & Guardia Special Stereoscopic sell for at auction?
There is just one verified saleroom result in our data, at £587 hammer, so any current price quoted is indicative rather than a reliable market median.
What affects the value of this camera most?
Bellows integrity, matched and clear lens pairs, a working shutter on both sides, and the presence of original plate holders and case are the main drivers of price.