Rochester Camera Mfg. Co. Cycle Poco No.3
The Rochester Camera Mfg. Co. Cycle Poco No.3 is an early American folding plate camera from the late 19th-century cycle-camera era, designed to be compact enough to carry while cycling. It was sold as a mid-tier folding plate model in Rochester's Poco line.
Hammer prices at UK auction for the Cycle Poco No.3 are thinly evidenced, with a single recorded saleroom result at £75 in 2023, so today's value sits around that figure rather than across a clear range. As of 2026 the camera trades as a collector item where condition of the bellows, wood, and leather covering largely determines 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: July 2023
| Date | Price | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2023 | £75 | Flints Auctions | |
|
Auction: Mini Fine Cameras & Instruments of Science (Lot 251) Title: A Rochester Cycle Poco No.3 Hand & Stand Camera
Description:
body G, wear to bellows, small crack to viewfinder, still functional, ballbearing for level still present, Unicum shutter working but shutter stays a (Qty: 1) |
|||
|
Loading...
|
|||
Frequently asked questions
What is a Rochester Cycle Poco No.3 worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction record available, a Cycle Poco No.3 is worth around £75 at hammer, though condition and completeness can shift the price either way.
How much does a Cycle Poco No.3 sell for at auction?
The only recorded UK saleroom result shows one selling for £75, which is the best price reference currently available for this model.
Is the Cycle Poco No.3 a usable camera?
It is primarily a collector's piece; usability depends on whether the bellows are light-tight and whether period plate holders are included.