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Wirgin Gewirette

The Wirgin Gewirette is a small-format film camera produced by the German manufacturer Wirgin in the early 20th century. It sits in the compact, entry-level segment of the pre-war German camera market.

Auction data for the Gewirette is extremely thin: a single UK auction-hammer result from 1998 recorded a price of £103, which gives only a historical reference point rather than a current market value. With no recent sales to draw on, what a Wirgin Gewirette is worth today depends heavily on condition and completeness, and any present-day price would need to be confirmed by fresh saleroom results.

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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: October 2024

Date Price Source
Oct 2024 £150 Special Auction Services
Jun 2023 £70 Special Auction Services
Jan 2023 £75 Flints Auctions
Sep 2005 £168 Christie's
Aug 1998 £103 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Wirgin Gewirette worth today?

Public UK auction data is very limited, with one recorded hammer result of £103; without further recent sales it is not possible to give a reliable current value.

How much does a Wirgin Gewirette sell for at auction?

The only sale in the available history fetched £103 at hammer, so any modern price quoted as its value should be treated cautiously until more recent results appear.

Is the Wirgin Gewirette a collectible camera?

It is an obscure pre-war German compact, so collector interest exists but is narrow, and price largely reflects condition and originality rather than broad demand.

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