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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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Zuni Matching Men's Ring and Belt Buckle [186477]3408 - Zuni Matching Men's Ring and Belt Buckle [186477]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two spectacular Zuni Silver Turquoise Inlay pieces. The ring is signed WA size 12, and the buckle is signed with an SW caricature. Frank Lewton Collec
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Estimate : 700.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to s*********1 for (425.00 + 106.25BP) = 531.25
 
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Zuni Men's Channel Inlay Turquoise Silver Rings (5) [185487]3409 - Zuni Men's Channel Inlay Turquoise Silver Rings (5) [185487]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five Zuni silver turquoise rings channeling turquoise into the silver. Three have three pieces of silver; one has four; one has six. Ring sizes: 7, 11
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Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Zuni Multi Colored Silver Rings (4) [186571]3410 - Zuni Multi Colored Silver Rings (4) [186571]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four Zuni silver rings with colorful stones: turquoise & onyx; mother of pearl & onyx; two with multiple colorful stones. Ring sizes as pict...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 400.00
Sold to G********a.. for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Zuni Necklace [176271]3411 - Zuni Necklace [176271]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a Zuni made necklace with a sterling silver engraved Naja accented with a beautiful inlaid piece of black jet highlighted with opal, the penda
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Estimate : 550.00 - 650.00
Sold to m********m for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Zuni necklace and earring set [176273]3412 - Zuni necklace and earring set [176273]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A great example of Zuni workmanship is featured in this exquisite necklace and earring set consisting of 135 petite point cut pieces of turquoise in t
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Estimate : 3,000.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to F**********S for (1,600.00 + 400.00BP) = 2,000.00
 
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Zuni Necklace, Earrings, Ring [186516]3413 - Zuni Necklace, Earrings, Ring [186516]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Matching silver choker, earrings and ring with red coral. Frank Lewton Collection 1970's.
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
 
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Zuni Peyote Squash Blossom, Vera Luna, X-Ortega [186063]3414 - Zuni Peyote Squash Blossom, Vera Luna, X-Ortega [186063]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Unquestionably one of the finest Zuni squash blossom necklaces, this one expertly crafted by world-renowned Zuni artist Vera Luna, and a featured work
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Start Price : 3,500.00 | Estimate : 7,000.00 - 10,000.00
 
 
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Zuni Reversible Necklace Set [176278]3415 - Zuni Reversible Necklace Set [176278]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a Zuni made double sided reversible necklace set on a sterling silver chain, one side is inlaid with jet, opal and tiger eye and the other is
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Estimate : 500.00 - 600.00
Sold to s***3 for (350.00 + 87.50BP) = 437.50
 
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Zuni Silver Channel Turquoise Ring and Bracelet [186525]3416 - Zuni Silver Channel Turquoise Ring and Bracelet [186525]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Zuni silver channel ring and bracelet. Bracelet 2 1/8". Third piece is a beautiful turquoise inlaid turtle. Rings are sized 9, and 8. Frank Lew...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Zuni Silver Channel, Mother of Pearl Rings (3) [186473]3417 - Zuni Silver Channel, Mother of Pearl Rings (3) [186473]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
One is signed with a caricature, all beautiful Zuni Mother of Pearl Inlay work. The large ring here is absolutely of the style made by Stephen and Lou
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 240.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
 
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