The auction sales amounts for this camera are overstated. The Westlicht website Staes the following including buyers premium: Nov 2002 camera 18044 for 7.500 Euro or $8,700 US Nov 2004 unknown serial number for 4.750 Euro or $5,510 US May 2007 camera 18044 (again) for 5.520 Euro or $6,403 US June 20...

This camera is 1926 or later, possibly until 1930. The "DRP" marking on the front standard was initiated with the awarding of patent No.453446 on 23.11.1926.