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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Autograph: German Ace Signed Photo, Kowalewski [185015]2200 - Autograph: German Ace Signed Photo, Kowalewski [185015]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Signed photo card of Robert Kowalewski (1914-1996). He was a Lieutenant Colonel and squadron commander of Destroyer Squadron 76, the Battle Squadron 7
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Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to M*********3 for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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Autograph: Photo of German Ace Pilot Signature [185011]2201 - Autograph: Photo of German Ace Pilot Signature [185011]
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Signed photo card of German WWII Ace, Paul Zoner. It is postcard size. Paul Anton Guido Zorner, born Paul Zloch (March 1920 ñ 27 January 2014)...
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Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Autographs: Nuremberg War Crimes Allied Signatures Group [183690]2202 - Autographs: Nuremberg War Crimes Allied Signatures Group [183690]
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Signatures of Allied members of the Nuremberg War Crimes panel. Andrei Y Vishinsky, Russia's chief prosecutor on verso of photo card, Robert Kem...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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German Engine Warmer Manual [183796]2203 - German Engine Warmer Manual [183796]
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Operating manual for WWII German aircraft engine warmer. It's dated 1939 and highlights parts as well as instructions on maintaining the unit a...
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Start Price : 60.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
 
 
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German Funeral Speech by Admiral for Captain 1945  [183330]2204 - German Funeral Speech by Admiral for Captain 1945 [183330]
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This six page document is titled: "Ten Years and Twenty Days: Epilogue" and delivered May 16, 1945. It is the farewell funeral speech for ...
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Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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German Luftwaffe Civilian Medal [184480]2205 - German Luftwaffe Civilian Medal [184480]
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A Luftwaffe civilian radio operator's medal. It is made from aluminum and silver. The Civil Radio Operator Badge was instituted on April 1, 1936...
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Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (750.00 + 187.50BP) = 937.50
 
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German Spanish Cross, 1939 [185008]2206 - German Spanish Cross, 1939 [185008]
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Awarded by the German government for troopers that fought during the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). There were silver, gold and even diamond versions
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (350.00 + 87.50BP) = 437.50
 
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German Warning to Ukrainians [184488]2207 - German Warning to Ukrainians [184488]
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German military warning to Ukrainians to stay away from a transformer station they have in place near the city of Kiev.. It is written both German and
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Start Price : 150.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Hitler / German Postcards (4) [185010]2208 - Hitler / German Postcards (4) [185010]
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Postcards from Nazi Germany, featuring three with Adolf Hitler boarding a train car and two with him and his entourage. There is also a blank what app
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Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (65.00 + 16.25BP) = 81.25
 
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Hitler Assassination Plan  -Volunteers   Autograph c1943 [183970]2209 - Hitler Assassination Plan -Volunteers Autograph c1943 [183970]
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Baron von Dem Bussche Cut Square Autograph. 3x4" cut square autograph of Baron von Dem Bussche."Axel Ernst-August Clamor Franz Albrecht Er...
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Start Price : 60.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Hitler Assassination Plan : Conspirator Signed Photo Copy [185059]2210 - Hitler Assassination Plan : Conspirator Signed Photo Copy [185059]
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This is a reprint photograph of Officer Phillip von Boeselager with his actual autograph below. Boeselager was one of the conspirators to assassinate
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Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Hitler Field Marshal, Erwin von Witzleben Signed Photo [185061]2211 - Hitler Field Marshal, Erwin von Witzleben Signed Photo [185061]
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This is a signed photograph of Erwin von Witzleben at 3.5 in. X 4.5 in. Field Marshal Erwin von Witzleben is known for his leading role in a failed at
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Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Hitler Photo Book: Pictures from the Life of the Leader 1935  [182424]2212 - Hitler Photo Book: Pictures from the Life of the Leader 1935 [182424]
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This book, "Adolph Hitler Pictures from the Life of the Leader", published in September, 1935 with photos "published by the Cigarette...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Hitler Photo Book: Pictures from the Life of the Leader 1935  [182425]2213 - Hitler Photo Book: Pictures from the Life of the Leader 1935 [182425]
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This book, "Adolph Hitler Pictures from the Life of the Leader", published in September, 1935 with photos "published by the Cigarette...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Hitler Photographs  (4) [183339]2214 - Hitler Photographs (4) [183339]
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This lot has four photos of Adolph Hitler in 120 box camera format. These photos are undated and appear to be reviewing an aviation demonstration. Rev
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (650.00 + 162.50BP) = 812.50
 
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Hitler Photos: Faces of the Fuhrer Book by Hoffman [184482]2215 - Hitler Photos: Faces of the Fuhrer Book by Hoffman [184482]
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Copy of Das Antlitz Des Fuhrers (Face of the Fuhrer) By Hoffman. The photographer and publisher Heinrich Hoffmann (1885 ñ 1957) was a "Rei...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to d*******f for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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Hitler Pilot, Hans Bauer Photos, Docs & Signatures [183797]2216 - Hitler Pilot, Hans Bauer Photos, Docs & Signatures [183797]
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Photo archive of former WWI German Ace and Adolf Hitler's personal pilot Hans Bauer Johannes 'Hans' Baur was Adolf Hitler's pilot du...
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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Hitler Secretary, A. Bormann Autograph c1933 [185055]2217 - Hitler Secretary, A. Bormann Autograph c1933 [185055]
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Albert Bormann was the adjunct or personal secretary to Adolph Hitler. He was the younger brother to Martin Borgmann; another close personal aide to H
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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Hitler Stamp & German Aircraft Postcards (8) [183775]2218 - Hitler Stamp & German Aircraft Postcards (8) [183775]
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Postcards showing German aircraft from WWII. Included is a written on postcard showing a Henschel 123, with an Adolf Hitler postage stamp. Other card
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Start Price : 200.00 | Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Nazi  Autographed Photo of Josef Dietrich SS Officer c. 1959 [185060]2219 - Nazi Autographed Photo of Josef Dietrich SS Officer c. 1959 [185060]
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This trimmed B&W photo is of SS Officer Josef "Sepp" Dietrich signed and dated 3.5.59. One of the most decorated Officers in the Third...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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