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Lot 5261

Leica, Two Vintage M3 Cameras with Lenses and Cases

Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Germany, circa 1955, the first camera body is serial no. 803013, fitted with an Elmar f=5cm 1:3.5 lens, serial 1146037, with fitted leather strap case (3 1/4 x 6 1/2 x 2 3.4 in); the second body fitted with Elmar f=5cm 1:2.8 lens serial 1601451, and a Leica MR Meter, also with leather strap case (5 x 6 1/2 x 4 in.).

Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina

Areas of surface wear, scratches, and vintage handling wear to the cases; one lens with foggy perimeter; other lens clear.