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€100 flea market 'typewriter' was WWII Enigma machine worth €45,000
Times of India
October 5, 2026
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A German Enigma machine sold for €100 at a Romanian flea market surprised many when it fetched €45,000 at auction. The machine, thought to be a regular typewriter, was identified by a cryptography professor who recognized its historical significance. After purchasing it, the professor cleaned and re
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