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Rare Prototype Leica M Expected to Sell for Over $750,000 at Auction

Rare Prototype Leica M Expected to Sell for Over $750,000 at Auction

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A vintage film camera with a black textured body and silver lens, accompanied by a compact, silver light meter. Both items are shown on a white surface against a neutral background.

423 lots comprising rare and exceptional pieces of photographic history will be up for auction at the 45th Leitz Photographica Auction on November 23 in Vienna. 2024 is a landmark year for Leica Camera AG, marking 70 years since the company introduced the first Leica M rangefinder camera, arguably the most influential camera model ever. Many remarkable Leica M models will be up for auction, including some expected to sell for nearly $800,000.

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