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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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Turquoise & Coral Silver Rings with Leaf Patterns (5) [186581]3338 - Turquoise & Coral Silver Rings with Leaf Patterns (5) [186581]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five rings with leaf patterns: three turquoise, one coral and one coral and turquoise. One stamped "A. Yazzie." Ring sizes as pictured fro...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (350.00 + 87.50BP) = 437.50
 
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Turquoise and Bear Claw Necklace (No. 8?) [186291]3339 - Turquoise and Bear Claw Necklace (No. 8?) [186291]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Turquoise and bear claw necklace. The key stone at center bottom appears to be #8 spider web, one of the all-time great turquoise deposits. The neckl
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Estimate : 2,200.00 - 4,500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (700.00 + 175.00BP) = 875.00
 
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Turquoise and Coral Rings (6) [186148]3340 - Turquoise and Coral Rings (6) [186148]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This group of six rings are three turquoise and three coral rings. Ring sizes as pictured from left to right: 5.5, 6.5, 8, 6.5, 7 Unmarked group. Plea
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to G********a.. for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Turquoise and Coral Rings (8) [186141]3341 - Turquoise and Coral Rings (8) [186141]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
There are eight rings in this lot of turquoise and coral.Ring sizes as pictured from left to right: 6, 7.75, 7.5, 7, 6, 4.25, 6.5 One oval coral ring
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to d*******f for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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Turquoise and Red Coral Matching Men's Belt Buckle and Ring [186518]3342 - Turquoise and Red Coral Matching Men's Belt Buckle and Ring [186518]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Matching ring and belt buckle. Buckle is 3" x 4" with three turquoise stones and two red coral, apprx 7/8" in length and surrounded ...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 700.00
Sold to d*******f for (350.00 + 87.50BP) = 437.50
 
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Turquoise and Silver Rings [162643]3343 - Turquoise and Silver Rings [162643]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four men's rings, Zuni and Navajo. Turquoise inlay, single stone with etching, raised turquoise stones, and simple rectangular stone. Ring sizes...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Turquoise Bolo Masterpiece, 1978 [186281]3344 - Turquoise Bolo Masterpiece, 1978 [186281]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A signed and dated bolo with a carved Indian Chief with matching pattern silver work surrounding. Carved by "Leone" with silver work by Sa...
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Estimate : 4,000.00 - 8,000.00
Sold to d*******f for (1,500.00 + 375.00BP) = 1,875.00
 
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Turquoise Bracelet and Two Rings [186522]3345 - Turquoise Bracelet and Two Rings [186522]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Turquoise bracelet and two rings. sizes 6.75, 6. Unsigned. Frank Lewton Collection 1970's.
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to n**********i for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Turquoise Cabochon Collection (12), Varied Locations [186466]3346 - Turquoise Cabochon Collection (12), Varied Locations [186466]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Twelve stones, two are backed. The smallest is 5/8" and the largest is 1 1/2" Frank Lewton Collection 1970's.
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to t********f for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Turquoise Cabochon Collection (14 pieces) [186463]3347 - Turquoise Cabochon Collection (14 pieces) [186463]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful and varied collection of turquoise stones from deep sky blue to green, many loaded with spider web patterns. The smallest is 3/8 " an...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to n**********i for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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