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Shew Xit

The Shew Xit is a British-made folding plate camera from the late Victorian and Edwardian era, produced by London maker J. F. Shew & Co. It was designed as a compact, lightweight field camera for glass plates, with the folding bellows construction typical of its period.

With only two recorded UK auction hammer results on file, the Shew Xit has sold between roughly £96 and £250 at saleroom level, reflecting wholesale prices rather than dealer retail. Data is thin and dated, so a realistic value today is difficult to pin down; condition of the bellows, wooden body and any original fittings will heavily influence what a clean example is worth or 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
Nov 2018 £300 Flints Auctions
Sep 2005 £96 Christie's
Mar 2001 £352 Christie's
May 1999 £253 Christie's
Nov 1998 £184 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Shew Xit worth today?

Based on the limited UK auction record, hammer prices have ranged from around £96 to £250, but with only two data points the true market value today is uncertain.

How much does a Shew Xit sell for at auction?

Recorded UK auction hammer results sit between roughly £96 and £250, excluding buyer's and seller's commission.

Is the Shew Xit a collectable camera?

It has a niche following among collectors of early British folding plate cameras, though the shallow sales data means price levels are hard to generalise.

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