2025 Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction 2025-11-15 Auction - 359 Price Results - Tamarkin Rare Camera Auctions in IL
Leica I (Model A) Nr. 456 with 50mm Elmax f3,5 lensLeica I-III conversion Nr. 245 in silver chrome finish, with 50mm Summar f2Leica M3 Single Stroke in black paint finish
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2025 Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction

Welcome to the 44th TAMARKIN RARE CAMERA AUCTION SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2025. This year the Leica camera turns 100, and we have curated a special selection of historic cameras, lenses and accessories from across the last 100 years, for your consideration. We have been sure to include many Leica I (Model A) cameras, and many Leica models along the way, focusing on screw-mount Leica cameras and items of wartime, historical and general collectible interest. We hope you find these items as historic, fascinating, and important as we do.
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Leica red paper box: Leica red paper box, converted from the original maker’s camera box (marked, LIOON) to reloadable film cassette storage.While torn at bottom, this box has been cared for and kept well. With 25
0002: Leica red paper boxEst. US$150-US$200Lot Passed
Leica red paper and velour box: Leica red paper and velour box for Leica IIIa camera. Hard to find complete. .Condition: Excellent
0003: Leica red paper and velour boxEst. US$50-US$75Lot Passed
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An array of Leica promotional items and ephemera: An array of Leica promotional items and ephemera: “As Seen in Popular Photography” table mat, three “Use a Leica” stickers, plastic keychain, a square Leica patch, two Leica
0004: An array of Leica promotional items and ephemeraEst. US$150-US$300
Leica M camera stand with clear back rail: Leica M camera stand with clear back rail, and with small red Trinovid placard. Condition: Excellent ++
0006: Leica M camera stand with clear back railEst. US$100-US$150Lot Passed
Three nesting red plastic display columns: Three nesting red plastic display columns, marked “Leica Pradovit Trinovid” and “Leitz.” The largest column has a crack and has been repaired. Otherwise, these are like new and in
0007: Three nesting red plastic display columnsEst. US$150-US$300Lot Passed
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Two Leica Red Dot white plastic camera stands: Two Leica Red Dot white plastic camera stands. Condition: Excellent ++ overall
0011: Two Leica Red Dot white plastic camera standsEst. US$100-US$150
Leica plastic display stand, in two parts: Leica plastic display stand, in two parts, with circular back. .Condition: Excellent ++
0012: Leica plastic display stand, in two partsEst. US$100-US$150Lot Passed
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Two Leicaflex camera stands: Two Leicaflex camera stands with clear back rail. Condition: Excellent ++ overall
0013: Two Leicaflex camera standsEst. US$50-US$100
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Leica metal standing display on round base: Leica metal standing display on round base, featuring the Leica red dot and measuring 14 1/2" high with a base diameter of 7 1/8". There is handwriting on the base, but otherwise very clean.
0014: Leica metal standing display on round baseEst. US$400-US$600
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Leitz-Leica folding director's chair with red canvas: Leitz-Leica folding director's chair with red canvas, marked "Leitz" and "LEICA." This metal folding chair stands 31" high and is packed in its original box from Leica. Condition: Mint
0016: Leitz-Leica folding director's chair with red canvasEst. US$100-US$300
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Two Leica neck ties: Two Leica neck ties, by Reis of New Haven, a renowned maker of Leica neckties. One is a blue "50-Jahre" design, and the other, a brown Canadian maple leaf design, which is quite rare. Condition:
0017: Two Leica neck tiesEst. US$50-US$100
Two Leica belt buckles: Two Leica belt buckles, in their original Leica boxes. Condition: Excellent + overall
0018: Two Leica belt bucklesEst. US$150-US$250Lot Passed
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The Leica lapel pins set: The Leica lapel pins set. Perfect for every Leica collection, and any occasion. Condition: Excellent ++ overall
0020: The Leica lapel pins setEst. US$100-US$150
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Five Leica lapel pins: Five Leica lapel pins, including the red dot pin, a Leitz pin, and pins showing screw mount, R and M series cameras. Also included are two "We can make beautiful pictures together" -- one for you and
0021: Five Leica lapel pinsEst. US$125-US$250
Leica “50 Year" satin banner: Leica “50 Year” satin banner, made in 1975 for the 50th Anniversary of the Leica camera. Made by Hollywood Banners in New York, this wall hanging banner measures approximately 31" tall by 22"
0022: Leica “50 Year" satin bannerEst. US$300-US$400Lot Passed
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Small Leitz metal sign: Small Leitz metal sign “Symbol of Optical Precision” measuring 5 1/2 " by 3 1/2" Condition: Excellent ++
0023: Small Leitz metal signEst. US$100-US$200
Oskar Barnack 1879-1979 Pioneer Plaque: Oskar Barnack 1879-1979 Pioneer Plaque, measuring 7 3/8 " by 7 inches and is 3/16" thick. A must-have for Leica collectors. Condition: Near Mint
0024: Oskar Barnack 1879-1979 Pioneer PlaqueEst. US$100-US$200Lot Passed