21st Nov, 2024 12:00
Fine Photographica
A Leica III 'H.M. Govt' Rangefinder Camera Body
1938, chrome, serial no. 306746, body, G, shutter working
Notes: Engraved to the top plate 'H.M. Govt". In the early years of WW2, a campaign via posters and press adverts was launched asking for cameras to be donated/later impounded. It is thought that initially the H.M/ Govt/ and WD stamps were used until and later replaced by more specific names or symbols, as to which service the camera was allocated; RAF or Royal Navy.
Sold for £2,500
Result plus buyers premium
1938, chrome, serial no. 306746, body, G, shutter working
Notes: Engraved to the top plate 'H.M. Govt". In the early years of WW2, a campaign via posters and press adverts was launched asking for cameras to be donated/later impounded. It is thought that initially the H.M/ Govt/ and WD stamps were used until and later replaced by more specific names or symbols, as to which service the camera was allocated; RAF or Royal Navy.
Auction: Fine Photographica, 21st Nov, 2024
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