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2 hours agoPope Francis's Camera Sells for $7.5M
Pope Francis's personalized Leica M-A film camera sold at auction for over $7 million, with proceeds designated for charity.
This unique ensemble, which pairs an all-silver-chrome Leica M-A with a matching Noctilux-M 50 mm f/1.2 lens, represents not just a milestone in Leica's production history but also a rare intersection of photographic innovation and religious heritage. Gifted by Leica AG to His Holiness in 2024, the set will serve as the highlight of this season's sale - a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for collectors to own a camera with both historical and spiritual significance.