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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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WW1 German POW Camp RPC's, 11, Rare [185548]2160 - WW1 German POW Camp RPC's, 11, Rare [185548]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
11 rare WW 1 German POW Camp RPC's. In the yard, a bar, burial, shaving, medical exam etc.
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Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to p********n for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
 
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WWI Aces Signed Ephemera (5) [177522]2161 - WWI Aces Signed Ephemera (5) [177522]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five pieces of ephemera signed by WWI Aces. The collection includes a German cover, c1977, with colorful illustrations including of a dog fight and Ma
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Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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WWI Aces Signed Luffwaffe Pilot Photos (80) [183780]2162 - WWI Aces Signed Luffwaffe Pilot Photos (80) [183780]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A binder full of over 80 photos, some signed of WWI German Luftwaffe pilots. The Luftewaffe was formed in 1910 and included many famous flyers like th
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to d*******f for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
 
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WWI Aces Signed Watercolor: Air Battle Sopwith [177511]2163 - WWI Aces Signed Watercolor: Air Battle Sopwith [177511]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
WWI Watercolor of air battle - Shows Sopwith Camel or Pup with USA markings with pilot shooting down German flier. Drawn first with pencil, ink, then
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Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to c********e for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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WWI Aces: Aircraft Wings of Glory Prints Set of 4 [177529]2164 - WWI Aces: Aircraft Wings of Glory Prints Set of 4 [177529]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The "Wings of Glory" vintage set of four colorful foil etch prints of "Famous World War I Aircraft" by artist Jim Deneen. All on...
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Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to c********e for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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WWI Aces: American & German Pilots Autographs (5) [177520]2165 - WWI Aces: American & German Pilots Autographs (5) [177520]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A collection of five great examples of World War I American and German pilots' autographs, four on photographs and one on a card. The first is G...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 450.00
Sold to d*******f for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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WWI Aces: British Pilot Autograph, c1918 [177517]2166 - WWI Aces: British Pilot Autograph, c1918 [177517]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
An autograph by WWI British Ace, Gwilym H. Lewis, No. 21 & 40 Squadrons, Royal Flying Corps. Lewis' autograph is on 6.75" x 4.5" d...
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Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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WWI Aces: German Biplanes / Pilots Photos (5) [177519]2167 - WWI Aces: German Biplanes / Pilots Photos (5) [177519]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five WWI military photographs of German biplanes with pilots and other military personnel. Mounted on either side of two 11.5" x 8.5" albu...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 450.00
Sold to d*******f for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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WWI Aerial Photo Collection, 80 [184206]2168 - WWI Aerial Photo Collection, 80 [184206]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 80 World War 1 aerial photos. Likely US military in origin and shot over France. Mostly larger, about 3x5.5" to 6.5x7.5". Chateaus, ...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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WWI Dog Tag [180212]2169 - WWI Dog Tag [180212]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Obv.: Our Leader In France / General John J. Pershing; Rev.: U. S. A. / Reg't. / Comp'y / Regst'd / Am. Eagle Co. Chicago; Br.; round; 3...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to W**********s for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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