American Treasures of the Past, 2024 August Auction

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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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Contemporary Points Collection (13) [183342]3126 - Contemporary Points Collection (13) [183342]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This collection of points include two pendants at 4.25 in., two effigy birds, five hoe or spades, one jadeite point at 4.75 in., one butterscotch corn
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Elk Hide Beaded Gun Case 39 in.    [185052]3127 - Elk Hide Beaded Gun Case 39 in. [185052]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This elk hide gun case is made for a thin framed rifle such as a lever action gun. It has commercially tanned elk hide and beaded with pony beads at 3
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Start Price : 800.00 | Estimate : 1,600.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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Elk Hide Crow Beaded Gun Case  45 in.  [183349]3128 - Elk Hide Crow Beaded Gun Case 45 in. [183349]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This gun case is meant for a lever gun with a maximum length of 45 in. overall length and made of braintanned elk; beaded in the Crow style with seed
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Start Price : 1,300.00 | Estimate : 2,600.00 - 3,000.00
 
 
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Beaded Cuffs from Montana Blackfeet [183306]3129 - Beaded Cuffs from Montana Blackfeet [183306]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a pair of cowboy cuffs. Beaded, braintanned deer and cowhide; beaded on fabric. 9 in. overall length, 7 in. fringe. Blackfeet origin. Worn fab
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Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
 
 
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The Frank E. Lewton Turquoise Jewelry Collection3129b - The Frank E. Lewton Turquoise Jewelry Collection
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The Frank E. Lewton Turquoise Jewelry Collection By Fred N. Holabird, copyright 2024 Introduction The Frank Lewton Jewelry Collection was asse
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 5,000.00
 
 
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Sea Foam Turquoise Rings [185934]3130 - Sea Foam Turquoise Rings [185934]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage Navajo rings--three are raised settings. 1) Oval stone in simple silver design.2) Silver designsimilar to no. 1, but follows shape of stone. 3
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Estimate : 260.00 - 450.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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5-Stone Turquoise Necklace [185961]3131 - 5-Stone Turquoise Necklace [185961]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five large turquoise stone, wire wrapped on Navajo pearl necklace. 15" length. Cannot identify turquoise stones--green/blue with brown matrix, ...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 350.00
Sold to d*******f for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Bear Claw Bolo and Buckle [185926]3132 - Bear Claw Bolo and Buckle [185926]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Interesting: Ben spells his name differently on each piece. Amazing bolo tie--two bear claws with silver connector. Feather design silver work--master
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Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to d*******f for (550.00 + 137.50BP) = 687.50
 
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Bear Claw Silver Belt Buckle [162657]3133 - Bear Claw Silver Belt Buckle [162657]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Possibly Larry Bill Tom, Navajo Artist. Large oval (4" x 3") belt buckle. Set with bear claw, turquoise, coral and silver feather designs....
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Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to d*******f for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Bisbee Turquoise Rings [162681]3134 - Bisbee Turquoise Rings [162681]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Probably Bisbee turquoise--Nice stones. One vintage man's ring; two women's rings. No lhallmarks. Ring sizes from left to right: 10, 10, 4.5...
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Estimate : 180.00 - 360.00
Sold to P********c.. for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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Bolo and Ring Beauties [162682]3135 - Bolo and Ring Beauties [162682]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two gorgeous pieces--possibly Blue Moon or Royston--great color! Bolo follows natural form of stone, surrounded by large twisted wire and feather. 2.2
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Carved turquoise Rings [185944]3136 - Carved turquoise Rings [185944]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three rings: 1) Zuni turquoise frog fetish--set in silver wire wrap, could be Navajo or Zuni. 2) Carved turquoise flower with tiny coral center set in
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Estimate : 180.00 - 380.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (190.00 + 47.50BP) = 237.50
 
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Coral Ring and Cuff [185956]3137 - Coral Ring and Cuff [185956]
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Vintage Navajo cluster jewelry. Coral ovals set in floral pattern with silver dots. Ring, size 8. Cuff, 5" inside measure, 1,25" gap. From...
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Estimate : 130.00 - 260.00
Sold to d*******f for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Fox Turquoise Rings [185928]3138 - Fox Turquoise Rings [185928]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Possibly Fox turquoise--green/blue color--nice stones. Three rings. 1) Oval wire wrapped stone, etched silver sides. 2) same setting as ring number 1
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Estimate : 250.00 - 450.00
Sold to d*******f for (190.00 + 47.50BP) = 237.50
 
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Heart Shaped Jewelry [185968]3139 - Heart Shaped Jewelry [185968]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three pieces: 1) Heart pendant, two turquoise stones set in shadow box with silver designs. Halmarked "NH". 2" x 1.25". 2) Ring...
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Estimate : 250.00 - 450.00
Sold to M*****e for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
 
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Indian Mountain? Turquoise [185933]3140 - Indian Mountain? Turquoise [185933]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three vintage Navajo rings, possibly Indian Mountain turquoise. 1) oval stone in traditional wire wrapped setting. 2) Smaller oval stone on raised sil
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Estimate : 180.00 - 360.00
Sold to d*******f for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Jones Delgarito Bolo [185940]3141 - Jones Delgarito Bolo [185940]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Stunning bolo tie by Jones Delgarito. Twisted wire, silver feathers with two turquoise stones and two bear claws. 3.25" x 2.75". Black lea...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to K*****1 for (375.00 + 93.75BP) = 468.75
 
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Large Chrysocolla Cuff [162633]3142 - Large Chrysocolla Cuff [162633]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Navajo cuff, large beautiful turquoise color chrysocolla stone, wrapped wire with leaf and silver drop design. Inside measures 5.5/8", 1.25&quo...
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Estimate : 460.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to m********m for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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Large Coral Ring [185960]3143 - Large Coral Ring [185960]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage Navajo, four pieces of branch coral, turquoise center stone. Shadow box, wire wrap. 2" x 1.5" Size 8. From Frank Lewton Collection...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 220.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Malachite Jewelry [162646]3144 - Malachite Jewelry [162646]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three rings set with beautiful malachite stones--one ring hallmarked with an "s" and a symbol. Ring sizes as pictured from left to right: ...
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Estimate : 140.00 - 240.00
Sold to w**********e for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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Navajo Bolo [162634]3145 - Navajo Bolo [162634]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Turquoise (possibly Royston or Pilot Mtn) and coral with bear claw, silver floral design set in unique wire wrapped shadow box. Hallmarked with &quo...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to d*******f for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Navajo Coral Set [185950]3146 - Navajo Coral Set [185950]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Necklace of silver pearls and long beads. Pendant of coral set in feather and floral design. 19" long. Bracelet, coral in etched shadow box. 5...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to K*****1 for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Navajo Man's Ring [185954]3147 - Navajo Man's Ring [185954]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Elaborate vintage Navajo ring with bear claw with gold cap, turquoise and coral stones in shadow box with feather and flower design. 2" x 1.25&...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 140.00 - 280.00
Sold to w**********e for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Navajo Man's Ring [185958]3148 - Navajo Man's Ring [185958]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Heavy silver ring with 2 turquoise nuggets one piece of coral, feather. Turned sideways, looks like a smiling face! Size 9.5 From Frank Lewton Collect
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Estimate : 100.00 - 180.00
Sold to P********c.. for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Navajo Rings [162651]3149 - Navajo Rings [162651]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four rings, two mounted with coral and two mounted with turquoise and coral. Feather designs and shadow box w/ silver bench beads. No hallmarks. Ring
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Estimate : 160.00 - 340.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Number 8 Mine Rings [162659]3150 - Number 8 Mine Rings [162659]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large cabochons, possibly Number * Mine turquoise set in silver. Two set in twisted silver one in free form silver design. Ring sizes as pictured from
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Estimate : 250.00 - 550.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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Opal Rings [185941]3151 - Opal Rings [185941]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two vintage Navajo opal rings. One ring is set in wire wrap oval. the other is set with feather and flower designs. Ring sizes as pictured from left t
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Pilot Mountain? Turquoise Rings [185942]3152 - Pilot Mountain? Turquoise Rings [185942]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Turquoise could be Pilot Mountain. Three vintage rings, nice feather design setting on two of the rings--great pieces of turquoise. Third ring is a sm
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 450.00
Sold to d*******f for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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R. Sorrell Belt Buckle [162635]3153 - R. Sorrell Belt Buckle [162635]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage oval silver buckle with 5 coral stones set on etched silver and 10 small turquoise rocks. Leaf design with twisted silver surround. 4.25&quo...
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Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (475.00 + 118.75BP) = 593.75
 
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Shadow Box Necklace [162656]3154 - Shadow Box Necklace [162656]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Unusual vintage turquoise stones set in deep stamped shadow box ovals strung with bench beads. 16" long. From Frank Lewton Collection. [Navajo...
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Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to c*****m for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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Silver Necklace w/ Pendant [185955]3155 - Silver Necklace w/ Pendant [185955]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Navajo pendant of two turquoise nuggets and two natural coral stones set with feather and silver bead free-form design. Strung with silver pearls and
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Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to P******y for (425.00 + 106.25BP) = 531.25
 
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Sleeping Beauty Turquoise [162655]3156 - Sleeping Beauty Turquoise [162655]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Probably Sleeping Beauty turquoise. 3 Navajo rings with large cabochons. No hallmarks. Ring sizes as pictured from left to right: 8, 6.5, 7 From Frank
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to D****c for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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Spider Web Turquoise Rings [162644]3157 - Spider Web Turquoise Rings [162644]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four Navajo men's rings, different kinds of spider web turquoise stones set in silver. One with wire wrap and leaf design, hallmarked H L. Ring...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to d*******f for (300.00 + 75.00BP) = 375.00
 
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Spiderweb Turquoise Rings [185962]3158 - Spiderweb Turquoise Rings [185962]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three Navajo rings: 1) Possibly Blue Diamond turquoise, man's ring set in etched silver oval. 2) Possibly Indian Mountain turquoise, raised sett...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Spiderweb Turquoise Rings [185966]3159 - Spiderweb Turquoise Rings [185966]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four Navajo Rings: 1) Large almost oval stone ste in wire wrap, heavy silver man's ring. 2) Oval turquoise stone, wire wrap, silver feather, etc...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Three Navajo Rings [162683]3160 - Three Navajo Rings [162683]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Man's ring--turquoise and onyx. Women's rings--one is turquoise in simple shadow box setting; the other is malachite, also shadow box settin...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to P******y for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Tom David Bolo [162637]3161 - Tom David Bolo [162637]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage Tom David bolo--turquoise, bear claw, beautiful floral silver design. Wire wrapped shadow box. Hallmarked "T". 3" x 2.5"...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to C*****r for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Turquoise Nugget rings [185948]3162 - Turquoise Nugget rings [185948]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four turquoise nugget rings set in silver. One is an especially nice pice piece of turquoise. Three raised settings above shadow box. One is set with
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Turquoise and Silver Bracelet [162636]3163 - Turquoise and Silver Bracelet [162636]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Navajo bracelet, possibly Kingman turquoise stone, with small coral and turquoise dots. Setting is a nice playful silver design, wire wrap, leaf, flor
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 140.00 - 280.00
Sold to C*****r for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Turquoise Bear Claw Pendant [162639]3164 - Turquoise Bear Claw Pendant [162639]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Bear claw carved turquoise stone (possibly bBlue Sky) with coral, silver leaf on cap. Back side of silver cap is corroded a bit. 2.25" x 1"...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to t*********5 for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Turquoise Bolo Clasp [185963]3165 - Turquoise Bolo Clasp [185963]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Navajo, signed D. Clark Bolo clasp. Turquoise nugget with pyrite. Set in shadow box , feather, flower, silver wire wrapnd wire curls. Edges, silver be
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Turquoise Collar Style Necklace [162638]3166 - Turquoise Collar Style Necklace [162638]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage turquoise (possibly Sky Blue) necklace--two large stones and seven smaller stones. Silver leaf design, shadow box. Hallmarked "A P"...
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Estimate : 440.00 - 900.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (550.00 + 137.50BP) = 687.50
 
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Turquoise Nugget Rings [185932]3167 - Turquoise Nugget Rings [185932]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four Navajo turquoise rings. Two in raised settings in shadowbox style. One wire wrapped with feather design. And, fourth is wire wrapped in abstract
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Estimate : 200.00 - 390.00
Sold to d*******f for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Turquoise/Coral Cuff Bracelet [185930]3168 - Turquoise/Coral Cuff Bracelet [185930]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three turquoise stones, and two coral ovals set in heavy silver cuff style bracelet. Inside measure 5" with 1.5" gap. Hallmarked with E M....
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Turquoise/Coral Necklace [185929]3169 - Turquoise/Coral Necklace [185929]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three rough turquoise stones, possibly Kingman and one coral stone set in shadow box with silver beads and feathers. Navajo pearl beads. Short necklac
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 650.00
Sold to K*****1 for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Turquoise/Coral Watchband [185959]3170 - Turquoise/Coral Watchband [185959]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Old Navajo design with turquoise nuggets, and coral pieces. set in shadow box with etched silver designs. Approx. 6" long. From Frank Lewton Co...
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Estimate : 350.00 - 750.00
Sold to d*******f for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Turquoise/Silver Bolo [185921]3171 - Turquoise/Silver Bolo [185921]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Bolo is oval with raised area for 3 natural turquoise stones to sit in. 3" x 2". Tan colored tie with polished turquoise stone tips. From ...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to K*****1 for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Unique Navajo Rings [185943]3172 - Unique Navajo Rings [185943]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three silver and turquoise rings: 1) Large distinct turquoise ring beautifully mounted in etched silver with feather and flower designs. 2) Rectangula
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Estimate : 150.00 - 380.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Varieties of Turquoise Rings [162689]3173 - Varieties of Turquoise Rings [162689]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three rings: 1) Red Mountain turquoise, man's ring, nice stone, wire wrapped. 2) Possibly Number 8 turquoise, stone has a slight flaw. Vintage r...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 180.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Vintage Navajo Rings [162645]3174 - Vintage Navajo Rings [162645]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four women's rings, two set with turquoise and coral (one marked Phil Chapo), and one shadow box with turquoise and mother of pearl, and one, ju...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
 
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