Zeiss Ikon Ermanox 858/3
The Ermanox 858/3 is a Zeiss Ikon plate camera from the early 20th century, descended from the Ernemann Ermanox line known for its fast fixed lens designed for available-light photography. It is a collector-grade item rather than a working tool, valued today for its place in the history of pre-war German camera manufacture.
UK auction evidence for the Ermanox 858/3 is thin: a single hammer result of £1,500 in April 2025 is the only recorded sale in our data, so that figure currently defines what the camera is worth at saleroom level in 2026. Because the sample is so small, prices today can swing well above or below that mark depending on lens condition, completeness and bidder interest on the day, and the result reflects wholesale hammer level before buyer's premium rather than a dealer retail price.
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: April 2025
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Apr 2025 | £1,500 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 275) Title: A Zeiss Ikon Ermanox 858/3 Strut Folding Camera
Description:
1927-1929, black/chrome, with Ernemann Ernostar Anastigmat f/1.8 125mm lens, black/chrome, serial no. 225062, body, G, shutter working, non-original |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Zeiss Ikon Ermanox 858/3 worth today?
The only UK auction hammer price in our records is £1,500 from April 2025, so that is the best current reference point for the value of a complete example, though a single data point makes the true market price uncertain.
How much does an Ermanox 858/3 sell for at auction?
Recent evidence shows one selling for £1,500 hammer in the UK saleroom, with the final cost to a buyer higher once auction buyer's premium is added.
Is the Ermanox 858/3 a usable camera or a collector's piece?
It is primarily a collector's piece: it uses glass plates and a vintage leaf shutter, so most examples on the market are bought for display or historical interest rather than regular shooting.