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San Giorgio Janua

The San Giorgio Janua is an Italian 35mm rangefinder camera from the post-war era, produced in limited numbers by the Turin-based optical firm San Giorgio. Its scarcity today reflects a short production run aimed at a domestic market that was quickly dominated by German and Japanese competitors.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the San Giorgio Janua have ranged from roughly £1,600 to £2,600, with a median around £1,900 — wholesale saleroom results rather than dealer retail asking prices. As of 2026, the model's value is driven almost entirely by collector rarity, and what one sells for today depends heavily on cosmetic condition, completeness of the matched lens, and working shutter speeds.

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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
Nov 2021 £1,736 Flints Auctions
Apr 2021 £1,860 Flints Auctions
Nov 2019 EUR 1,400 Leitz Auction
Nov 2016 EUR 1,600 Leitz Auction
Jun 2015 EUR 2,600 Leitz Auction
Jun 2015 EUR 1,600 Leitz Auction
Nov 2013 EUR 4,800 Leitz Auction

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