Contura Stereo Camera

[P3D MR LARRY S MOOR <XZAF88A@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I find the discussion of prices for the Contura camera to be quite 
interesting.  Harry Poster gave a reference that a mint example 
should be worth (book value) about $1500-$2000.  Since he was not 
able to buy an example for $2000, apparently the book value has 
little meaning in this instance. For an item of great rarity such as 
this, it appears that the "value" should be listed as "Speculative".  
Obviously then the actual value of a Contura will be set when a 
willing and able seller (extremely rare) and willing and able buyer 
(somewhat less rare but dependent upon negotiating skills) meet and 
are able to arrive at an agreement. 

The fact that the Contura camera that was for sale in Rochester went 
unsold for several days indicates that it is apparent not worth the 
asking price of $3,000.  I wonder what one would bring if it were 
placed in a Sotheby's Auction and thereby be offered to a world wide 
market

Larry in Atlanta. 


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