Meyer-Optik Görlitz Globica II
The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Globica II is a camera produced by the German optical maker Meyer-Optik Görlitz. It is an uncommon model that surfaces only occasionally in the collector market.
At recent UK auction, Globica II examples have realised hammer prices of £1,600 and £2,000 — wholesale saleroom results rather than retail dealer asking prices. With only two recorded sales the sample is thin, so today's value sits in the £1,600–£2,000 band, and what a given example sells for depends heavily on condition and completeness.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: March 2018
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| Mar 2018 | EUR 1,600 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 32 (Lot AI_32_35952) Title: Meyer Optik Globica II Luxus
Description:
13x18cm luxury studio camera, mahogany body and stable fork-type stand, brass fittings, 4 matching brass Meyer-Optik lenses (4.5/180mm no.11638, 4.5/210mm no.7947, 4.5/250mm no.6654 and 4.5/300mm no.4084, all with front cap), two mahogany double plate holder, three lens boards, three lens extensions, cloth holder and copy of instructions, decorative and beautifully manufactured camera from a series of only 40 examples Estimate: EUR 3,000 - EUR 3,500 |
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| Nov 2016 | EUR 2,000 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 30 (Lot AI_30_34167) Title: Meyer Optik Globica II Luxus
Description:
13x18cm luxury studio camera, mahogany body and stable fork-type stand, brass fittings, 4 matching brass Meyer-Optik lenses (4.5/180mm no.11638, 4.5/210mm no.7947, 4.5/250mm no.6654 and 4.5/300mm no.4084, all with front cap), two mahogany double plate holder, three lens boards, three lens extensions, cloth holder and copy of instructions, decorative and beautifully manufactured camera from a series of only 40 examples Estimate: EUR 4,000 - EUR 4,500 |
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| Jun 2015 | EUR 2,000 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 27 (Lot AI_27_31579) Title: Meyer Optik Globica II
Description:
13x18cm luxury studio camera, merbau body and stable fork-type mahogany stand, brass fittings, 2 matching Meyer-Optik lenses made specially for this camera on original lens boards (4.5/210mm no.7848 and 4.5/250mm no.0010), two probably unique prototype lenses: Periskop 5.6/363mm no.1 and Monokel-bikonvex 6.6/400mm, 10 Waterhouse stops, many prototype lens parts and a set of single Zeiss lenses, wooden frames for various formats, few spare parts, four double plate holders, mahogany tray, decorative and beautifully manufactured camera from a small series of approximately 40 examples. Estimate: EUR 4,000 - EUR 4,500 |
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| Nov 2014 | EUR 3,400 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 26 (Lot AI_26_30635) Title: Meyer Optik Globica II
Description:
13x18cm luxury studio camera, mahogany body and stable fork-type stand, brass fittings, 4 matching brass Meyer-Optik lenses on original lens boards (4.5/180mm no.11647, 4.5/210mm no.7924, 4.5/250mm no.6679 and 4.5/300mm no.4087, all with front cap), silent bellows Grundner shutter, mahogany double plate holder, tray, decorative and beautifully manufactured camera from a series of only 40 examples Estimate: EUR 4,000 - EUR 4,500 |
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| May 2007 | EUR 2,600 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 11 (Lot AI_11_16090) Title: Meyer Optik Globica II
Description:
13x18cm luxury studio camera, mahogany body and stable fork-type stand, brass fittings, brass Meyer-Optik 4.5/210mm lens no.7932, silent bellows shutter (Grundner), 3 mahogany double plate holders 13x18cm with folded inserts, tray holder, tray, dark-dent, accessories, papers, impressive, decorative and beautifully manufactured camera from a series of only 40 examples Estimate: EUR 2,500 - EUR 3,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Meyer-Optik Görlitz Globica II worth?
Based on UK auction hammer results, a Globica II is worth roughly £1,600 to £2,000, though the limited sales record means individual prices can sit outside that band.
How much does a Meyer-Optik Görlitz Globica II sell for at auction?
The two recorded UK auction sales show the Globica II selling for £1,600 and £2,000 at the hammer, excluding buyer's premium.
Is the Globica II a rare camera?
Yes — it appears infrequently at auction, and the thin sales record reflects limited market availability rather than a settled price level.