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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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Nazi Leaflet Ukraine Propaganda [184491]2240 - Nazi Leaflet Ukraine Propaganda [184491]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
WWII Nazi German Military propaganda leaflet written in Ukrainian and dated November 2, 1943. It measures 6"x 8" and has staining, but is...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Nazi Leaflet Ukraine Propaganda [184495]2241 - Nazi Leaflet Ukraine Propaganda [184495]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Propaganda leaflet dated October 7, 1943 dropped by the Luftwaffe over Ukraine. It measures `6"x 8", has a torn corner and is stained. Ple...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Nazi Mengele Autograph & Litho Photo [183314]2242 - Nazi Mengele Autograph & Litho Photo [183314]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Dr. Josef Mengele Cut Square Autograph with Litho. Photograph. This cut square autograph of Josef Mengele measures .375 in. X 1.25 in. and reads jus
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Panzar SS Viking Ring [185009]2243 - Panzar SS Viking Ring [185009]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Appears to be faux Panzar division Viking head ring. Appears to be made of silver. Reasons to doubt the authenticity. If it's an SS ring, it wou...
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Estimate : 250.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Panzar Tank Officer Breast Patch [185018]2244 - Panzar Tank Officer Breast Patch [185018]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Panzar tank officer eagle breast patch from WWII. This patch measures 4"x 1.5". It's authentic as is indicated by the reverse which sh...
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Estimate : 125.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (70.00 + 17.50BP) = 87.50
 
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Autrograph: Operation Avalanche Signed Scrip Notes, 2 [183760]2245 - Autrograph: Operation Avalanche Signed Scrip Notes, 2 [183760]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Top Allied Officer signed 2 scrip "Short Snorter" notes from Operation Avalanche, September 9, 1943, Salerno, Italy. USS Biscayne was a US...
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Start Price : 375.00 | Estimate : 750.00 - 1,200.00
 
 
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Autographed Tideki Tojo One Yen Note, Very Rare [183693]2246 - Autographed Tideki Tojo One Yen Note, Very Rare [183693]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Hideki Tojo autographed one yen military note. Autograph is above serial numbers and is a bit light. Includes 1947 military commendation copy of Pfc.
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Estimate : 950.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to d*******f for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
 
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Autographed Tokyo Rose Photo, RARE [183692]2247 - Autographed Tokyo Rose Photo, RARE [183692]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rare original 4x5" b/w photo of Iva Toguri, better known as "Tokyo Rose" the Japanese radio propagandist. In this photo she is in a r...
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Estimate : 450.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Autographs: Enola Gay Crew and Pilot [184504]2248 - Autographs: Enola Gay Crew and Pilot [184504]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Autographs of Enola Gay crew members on signature cards as well as in Lt. Jacob Beser's case, a couple of checks. Besser flew both Hiroshima and...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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General Yamashita Signed Currency & Soldier Letter [183766]2249 - General Yamashita Signed Currency & Soldier Letter [183766]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Crisp, The Japanese Government 10 Peso note autographed by General Tomoyuki Yamashita in English and Japanese. Also includes Feb. 12, 1946 letter and
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Estimate : 750.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (650.00 + 162.50BP) = 812.50
 
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