On Mon, 02 Nov 1998 22:24:12 -0500, dleer wrote:
>Photoman08 wrote:

>> I just picked up a early Nikon 5.8 f 1.4 lens, with the "Nippon Kogaku"
>> markings. It is has front and rear caps and the 5.8cm lens hood. It is very
>> very clean with no marks on it and the glass in perfect. I know it was made
>> around 1959-62 but I can't fine any info on what it's worth. I would be
>> greatful for any information on this lens.

>My books are a bit old but this lens listed new (in '90) for $155. I would
>think $50 - $90 could be expected from someone into antiques.

Um, this is the *58*mm f1.4, the first f1.4 that appeared on Nikon
SLR's. I don't know values of early Nikkors, but in nice condition
I would think a collector would pay more than $100 for it...

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