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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 In Person PreviewPreview

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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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Civil War Union Dog Tag: William H. Packard [185230]2130 - Civil War Union Dog Tag: William H. Packard [185230]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Obverse: Bust of Washington facing right / stars around the perimeter / "UNION"; reverse: William H. Packard / Co. E / 11 Reg. RI / Volunt...
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to d*******f for (900.00 + 225.00BP) = 1,125.00
 
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Civil War Union Last Veteran Signed Letter 1952 [186171]2131 - Civil War Union Last Veteran Signed Letter 1952 [186171]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a letter and envelope addressed to William Garwood from Albert Woolson the last surviving Union soldier of the Civil War, dated 1952. The let
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Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to D*****r for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Civil War Union Soldiers Buried at Andersonville [184382]2132 - Civil War Union Soldiers Buried at Andersonville [184382]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
New York Times published November 4, 1865 listing all the New York born Union Soldiers buried in the cemetery at Andersonville Prison in Andersonvill
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Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Civil War Union Veteran Autographs (3) [186156]2133 - Civil War Union Veteran Autographs (3) [186156]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Albert Henry Woolson Last Surviving Civil War Veteran 1950 Albert Henry Woolson was fourteen years old when he was assigned as a drummer to the 1st M
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Estimate : 600.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to W**********s for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Civil War Union Veteran Commendation [185870]2134 - Civil War Union Veteran Commendation [185870]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a commendation presented to one Edward Crawford, a Union soldier rom the state of Mine. The 11th Maine Infantry was organized in Augusta, Main
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Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to d*******f for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Custer - Autograph of DR. Geroge Edwin Lord of the 7th Cavalry with Custer [183290]2135 - Custer - Autograph of DR. Geroge Edwin Lord of the 7th Cavalry with Custer [183290]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This autograph of an army document signed by Dr. George Edwin Lord, physician to General Custer's 7th cavalry and killed in action at the Battle...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Custer - General Robert M. West ut Square Signature [182421]2136 - Custer - General Robert M. West ut Square Signature [182421]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a cut-square of Robert M. West, labeled with the rank of "Major Penna. Artillery", from the Civil War era. 3 in. X 6 in. A clear s...
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Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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Custer - Miles Moylan Autographed Letter [182419]2137 - Custer - Miles Moylan Autographed Letter [182419]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This letter was written by Miles Moylan of the 7th Cavalry. This document dated 1872 puts him in St. Louis, Mo. Beautifully written and signed. There
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Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to d***z for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Custer - Senator Z. Chandler Letter to George Custer [182417]2138 - Custer - Senator Z. Chandler Letter to George Custer [182417]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a letter from Senator Z. Chandler of Michigan congratulating George Custer on his promotion to General. Both men were from Michigan; dated 186
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Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to s****s for (350.00 + 87.50BP) = 437.50
 
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Custer - Thomas Weir Letter 1866 [182418]2139 - Custer - Thomas Weir Letter 1866 [182418]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This notarized letter for Thomas Weir in the State of Texas is dated after the Civil War. With a seal from Bexar County, Texas. The letter is separat
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Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to w**********e for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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