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Mint & Rare Podcast #5 - Henri Cartier-Bresson and his Cameras
In this episode, Jo Geier, founder of Mint & Rare and Wetzlar Camera Auctions, sits down with Felix Hoffmann of Foto Arsenal Vienna to explore the legacy of Henri Cartier-Bresson – his life, his philosophy of the decisive moment, and the Leica cameras that shaped his work.
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When a Broken Camera Is More Valuable Than a Working One
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Where to Repair Your Vintage Camera And What to Watch Out For
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Meet Us at the 61st Bièvres International Photo Fair – June 7–8, 2025
This June, Mint & Rare and Wetzlar Camera Auctions will be present at the 61st Bièvres International Photo Fair—a key annual event for collectors and vintage camera enthusiasts which we attend every year. We’ll be on-site with a dedicated stand offering consultations for anyone interested in buying or selling rare photographic gear.
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Shocking Bidding Results at Wetzlar Camera Auctions - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare
In this video we talk about the most shocking price results from Wetzlar Camera Auctions.
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Leica Prototype Cameras & Lenses: Rare Collector’s Guide
Most prototypes were never released to the public, making them exceptionally rare and highly sought after by serious collectors. Read more...
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Only 16 Exist: Leica M3D-17 David Douglas Duncan - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare
In this video, we showcase one of the most extraordinary Leica cameras ever made — the Leica M3D-17, a limited edition tribute to legendary LIFE magazine photojournalist David Douglas Duncan.
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Wo Sie Ihre Vintage-Kamera reparieren können und worauf Sie achten müssen
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Leica I Mod. A 'Elmax'
The Leica I Mod. A is a milestone in the history of the LEITZ company and German camera history. Exactly 100 years ago, this camera, the world's first 35mm camera for normal cinema film, finally made the name E. LEITZ world-famous.
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This Leica Collection Was Hidden for Years - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare
In this video, we unveil an extraordinary private Leica collection that has been hidden away for years.
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