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Voigtlander& Sohn Alpin

The Voigtländer Alpin is an early plate camera offered by Voigtländer & Sohn, the long-established German optical maker. It was sold to enthusiasts and travellers seeking a compact field camera, and it survives today mainly as a collector's item rather than a working tool.

Auction evidence for the Alpin is extremely thin: a single recorded UK saleroom hammer result from 2002 sits at £200, which is the only data point available to gauge what the camera is worth today. Because that sale is more than two decades old and there are no recent comparables, anyone trying to price an Alpin in 2026 should treat £200 as a historical reference rather than a current market value, and watch for fresh hammer prices before deciding what one sells for.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.

Prices updated: June 2021

Date Price Source
Jun 2021 EUR 380 Leitz Auction
Sep 2005 £96 Christie's
Nov 2003 EUR 167 Leitz Auction
Nov 2002 EUR 200 Leitz Auction
Jul 2000 £58 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Voigtländer Alpin worth today?

The only verified UK auction hammer record on file is £200 from 2002, so a reliable current value cannot be quoted without more recent sales.

How much does a Voigtländer Alpin sell for at auction?

On the single available data point, one example sold for £200 at UK auction, but with no recent comparables the price a clean example would sell for in 2026 is uncertain.

Is the Voigtländer Alpin a good collector's camera?

It appeals to collectors of early Voigtländer & Sohn plate cameras, but thin sales data means value depends heavily on condition, completeness and finding the right buyer.

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