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Watson Monocular Camera

The Watson Monocular Camera is a specialist piece, combining a monocular optic with a camera mechanism in a single body. It is a niche collector's item rather than a mainstream photographic tool, and surfaces only occasionally in the UK auction market.

With only a single recorded UK auction hammer result, the price of a Watson Monocular Camera is hard to pin down precisely; the one tracked example sold for £1,200 at saleroom level (wholesale, not a dealer's retail price). As of today in 2026, value is highly condition-sensitive and depends heavily on completeness, optical clarity, and provenance, so any figure quoted here should be treated as indicative rather than a reliable median.

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 2013 EUR 1,200 Leitz Auction