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Pignons Alpa 11a

The Alpa 11a is a 35mm SLR camera produced by the Swiss firm Pignons SA of Ballaigues. It belongs to the Alpa reflex line aimed at the high-end specialist market when new, with build and finish reflecting Swiss small-batch manufacture rather than mass production.

Public UK auction data for the Alpa 11a is extremely thin: the only hammer result on file is a 2004 sale at £83, so a meaningful current price range cannot be quoted today. Because hammer prices at saleroom level depend heavily on cosmetic condition, working shutter, and whether a lens is included, any value estimate for a 11a in 2026 should be treated as indicative only until further sales are recorded.

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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: November 2021

Date Price Source
Nov 2021 EUR 300 Leitz Auction
May 2005 EUR 220 Leitz Auction
Feb 2004 £83 Christie's
May 1999 £138 Christie's
Oct 1998 £34 Christie's
May 1998 £149 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is an Alpa 11a worth today?

With only a single recorded UK auction hammer result (£83 in 2004), there is not enough public sales data to state what an Alpa 11a is worth or reliably price one in 2026.

How much does an Alpa 11a sell for at auction?

The one verified UK saleroom hammer price on file is £83, but a single data point is not a reliable guide to the current market value, and recent sales would be needed to quote a meaningful price range.

Who made the Alpa 11a?

The Alpa 11a was made by Pignons SA, a Swiss manufacturer based in Ballaigues that produced the Alpa range of 35mm SLR cameras.

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