Antique 1897 Thornton Pickard Mahogany Camera + Lens + Shutter - $300 in Calgary, Alberta for sale

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Antique 1897 Thornton Pickard Mahogany Camera + Lens + Shutter

For sale is a beautiful antique Thornton Pickard camera. The model name is "Time & Instatograph". It is marked as the Triple extension version. The wood is of mahogany. The camera is equipped with a lens made by A. E. Staley in London. The lens is also marked with words "Nulli Secundus" and "Made in Germany". The camera does not have the slide plate at the back. The camera also has the shutter release cable, a rare accessory.

Some general information about Thornton Pickard can be found in the link below.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thornton-Pickard

In 1897, the company Thornton Pickard became limited. The company name is only marked as Thornton Pickard, not Thornton Pickard Ltd, on this camera, indicating that it had been manufactured before 1897.

This antique camera will make a great decorative piece for any experienced photographer's home or a reputed studio.

Asking Price: $300 (firm).

I am located just 5 minutes driving from Marlborough Mall. Interested buyer can send a text to me (Joe) at show contact info for quick reply or by e-mail through this ad. Any questions, please feel free to ask.