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American Treasures of the Past, 2024 August Auction

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location3555 Airway Drive Suite 308, Reno, Nevada, 89511, United States

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A Sale of National Treasures!
Wow! We’ve got one of our largest sales ever, covering too many categories to list.
The sale has many major collections, all new to the marketplace. Let’s take a look at a few:
Coins and Currency: The American History Collection continues with some of America’s first gold coins, proof coins and great rarities. In addition, the Confederate currency collection is one of the best to hit the market in a long time. Our collector started in the 1960s, and the collection has not seen the light of day in decades, all “fresh.” We will be at the ANA National Coin show in Chicago, August 6-9 with some of the best pieces. Come see us!
Native American Jewelry: There has been a major collection of American turquoise in Native American art in jewelry form since the 1970s hiding in the Midwest for almost fifty years … until now! With more than 300 lots comprised of about 1000 pieces, you’ll see the art of Zuni and Navajo artists at their finest.
Turquoise and raw western gems. We have a collection of raw gem material from many western turquoise mines, all collected before 1980, including a sample of a large amount of the famous No. 8 mine in eastern Nevada.
The Tahoe/Reno Western Art Collection. This amazing collection of high quality bronzes and western oils will knock you across the room. Simply world-class and stunning at every turn.
Art Nouveau. A world-class collection of original vintage art nouveau post cards, including the famous Alphonse Mucha. Nothing like this has been up for sale in many decades. You’ll see more here than in any of the three Mucha exhibits in Mucha’s home town of Prague!
Levi Strauss and miner’s pants. We’ve got a new discovery from Utah and Idaho of about 15 pairs of miner’s pants from the c1875-1890 period, many of which are makes and models not seen before. Sorry- no Levi pants, but there is a signed (autographed) Levi Strauss check at the end of the section!
Antique Western Bottles! A great offering from two collections, highlighted by a Thomas Taylor, Virginia, N. and a new 1850’s California soda discovery.
Western Antiquities. Too many to mention. Don’t miss the 1850s daguerreotype of a group of miners with their sluice box near Placerville in excellent condition.
Eastern Watercolor Art of China. A fabulous selection from a private collection of Qin Wei, known in China as a “National Treasure.” Only one of his pieces resides today in an American museum. Don’t miss your chance at these quintessentially eye-catching art.
UNCLAIMED MERCHANDISE: In the event that a successful bidder has paid in full for their merchandise but fails to settle outstanding shipping invoices or make arrangements for merchandise pickup within 60 days, HWAC reserves the right to declare the merchandise forfeited. This forfeiture will result in the merchandise becoming the property of HWAC and the successful bidder shall have no claim to or rights over the forfeited merchandise.
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Vintage Sterling Silver Bracelet [176281]3365 - Vintage Sterling Silver Bracelet [176281]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This bracelet incorporates the use of a turquoise stone and a Zuni style inlaid stone as well as sterling silver and what appears to be brass all laid
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Estimate : 350.00 - 450.00
Sold to m********m for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Vintage Turquoise Silver Rings (4) [185492]3366 - Vintage Turquoise Silver Rings (4) [185492]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four vintage silver turquoise rings: 1) large rectangular stone, about size 10; 2) round stone, about 15 mm, with silver flower design, about size 6;
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Watchband and Ring [162685]3367 - Watchband and Ring [162685]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Great Navajo watchband, graduated turquoise ovals--12 in all. Silver dots and braided silver surround for shadowbox. Zuni Ring signed E.A. Zunie. Sunf
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Estimate : 250.00 - 550.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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White Buffalo Necklace Set [176285]3368 - White Buffalo Necklace Set [176285]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a Navajo made White Buffalo lariat style necklace with matching earrings, the stones in this set have been beautifully matched and all set in
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Start Price : 1,400.00 | Estimate : 2,800.00 - 3,200.00
 
 
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Willy Rosa Carved Turquoise Eagle Necklace, 1936 [186270]3369 - Willy Rosa Carved Turquoise Eagle Necklace, 1936 [186270]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Spectacular carved Leekya-rock (turquoise) eagle with ivory fish in talons. Silver chain connecting wings and body with silver overlay at top of wings
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 7,000.00 - 12,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (3,250.00 + 812.50BP) = 4,062.50
 
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Zuni Abalone & Mother of Pearl Jewelry [186583]3370 - Zuni Abalone & Mother of Pearl Jewelry [186583]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four pieces of Navajo jewelry: one abalone ring, about 5; two mother of pearl rings, about 7; one mother of pearl and silver pendant.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 400.00
Sold to n**********i for (70.00 + 17.50BP) = 87.50
 
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Zuni Channel Turquoise Rings (3) & Earrings [186429]3371 - Zuni Channel Turquoise Rings (3) & Earrings [186429]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
One set of kite shaped earrings with 7 inlayed turquoise pieces in each. Three inlayed turquoise rings size 8 1/2 9 1/2 & 11.
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Estimate : 150.00 - 400.00
Sold to m********m for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Zuni Geometric Designed Rings (4) [186223]3372 - Zuni Geometric Designed Rings (4) [186223]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Zuni geometric channel inlayed designed rings made with coral, turquoise, mother of pearl, and onyx. Two are oval and one is oblong. These have no m
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 700.00
Sold to G********a.. for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Zuni Abalone Shell Rings [162642]3373 - Zuni Abalone Shell Rings [162642]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four men's rings that incorporate inlaid abalone shell. Three of the rings have turquoise as well. Abalone shell is often placed on eyes after d...
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Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to s**********j for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Zuni and Navajo Jewelry [162684]3374 - Zuni and Navajo Jewelry [162684]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Zuni Ring, hallmarked L. S. Zuni. Coral inlay with silver. Size 7. Navajo chip inlay pieces--1) Watch band with thunderbird designs--coral, turquoise,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 350.00
Sold to n**********i for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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