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Nikon I no. 609242

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Nikon I no. 609242
Nippon Kogaku, Tokyo; 24 x 32mm., the backplate engraved 609242 and base marked MADE IN OCCUPIED JAPAN, with a Nippon Kogaku Nikkor-H·C f/2 5cm. lens no. 708557, in maker's early-type ever ready case

Literature

Robert Rotoloni (1981), Nikon Rangefinder Camera, p. 59.

Lot Essay

The Nikon I was introduced in March 1948 and was serial numbered from 60922 to 609758 or 609759 in August 1949. This camera dates from December 1948.

Condition: 5E
Cosmetic: Heavy use and wear.

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