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"Christmas Chronicles", 2023 December Live Auction

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location3555 Airway Drive Suite 308, Reno, Nevada, 89511, United States

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Christmas is coming early to our Collectors this year! Welcome to our Holabird's 2023 Christmas Chronicles, our biggest sale of the year!


The Christmas Chronicles December Auction is our Grand Finale of 2023 and we've included every collecting category as a Christmas Thank-You for our valued customers.

December is loaded with BRAND NEW ITEMS featuring collectibles from the Robert Coelln Western Collection, The Jan Garvis Mining Collection, The Franklin Collection, The Herzog Collection, The Chunlin Zhu Natural Wonders Collection, The Gary Bracken General Store Collection, plus many others!
No matter what you collect we encourage you to browse the entire online catalog for the DECEMBER LIVE AUCTION as hidden rarities are scattered throughout the sale! While our December's Sale includes an incredible selection of RARE Antique Photographs, you will also find photographs peppered in almost every other section, like the never-before-offered original, antique photograph of Doc Holiday and Big-Nose Kate you will find listed in our Cowboy section!
We've worked hard this fall to clear out our warehouses and list another big group of MINERAL DISPLAY SPECIMENS from the Chunlin Zhu Collection! Many of you have purchased massive specimens from this collection for incredible prices and dealers have made huge profits in this category since our premier sale over a year ago. We are proud to offer another BRAND-NEW GROUP of spectacular display specimens, as we are reaching the last of the Chinese pieces. This may be one of your last chances to purchase pieces like this well below wholesale -- just in time for the 2024 Tucson Gem and Mineral Show! We recommend pick-up for the larger pieces as shipping prices on some of these rocks are restrictive but this has offered an unbelievable opportunity for nearby customers willing to make a trip to Reno. And while you are in the neighborhood, don't miss the General Store items from Bracken, another collection that is coming to a close. For Dealers who enjoy a winter vacation in Reno/Tahoe, picking up from our year-end sale will definitely give you a leg up on your 2024 profit margin!
If you aren't within driving distance of Reno, no worries! December has an incredible variety of ephemera, coins, jewelry, and other easy-to-ship items for you to cross off your wish list this Christmas and if you won in our Black Friday Weekend Timed auction and your shipment did not go out early, we will combine your items and ship both orders together to save you money on your shipping invoice.

Thank you and happy bidding!

Day 1
Art (1000-1051)
Photography (1052-1138)
Native American Art (1139-1162)
Imported Collectibles (1163-1201)
Home (1202-1215)
Souvenir Plates (1216-1225)
Silverware (1226-1230)
Jewelry (1231-1241)
Native American Artifacts (1242-1392)
Maps (1393-1418)
Books (1419-1535)
Entertainment (1536-1551)
Musical Instruments (1552-1555)


Day 2
Minerals (2000-2052)
Mining (2053-2400)
Cowboy (2401-2438)
Tobacciana (2439-2452)
Bottles (2453-2476)
Saloon (2477-2492)
Gaming (2493-2501)
Firearms-Weapons (2501-2509)
Military (2510-2552)
Political (2553-2587)

Day 3
Sports (3000-3009)
Tokens (3010-3023)
Badges (3024-3037)
Numismatics (3038-3181)
Coins (3039-3056)
Currency (3057-3083)
Ephemera (3084-3112)
Ingots (3113-3149)
Exonumia & Medals (3150-3182)
SS Central America (3183-3213)
Transportation (3214-3300)
General Collectibles (3301-3332)
Tools (3333-3334)
General Store (3335-3411)
Ephemera,
Geographically Sorted (3412-3593)

Day 4
Stocks & Bonds (4000-4429)
Including mining, railroad, etc
Philatelic - Postal History (4430-4465)
Postcards (4466-4486)
Stamps – USA (4487-4521)
Stamps – Worldwide (4522-4528)
Wells Fargo & Express (4529-4576)
Firefighting Memorabilia (4577-4579)
Fraternal Organizations (4580-4582)

Shipping is billed separately. Pay your auction invoice early as purchases are packed in the order payments are received. Pick-up must be scheduled 24 hours in advance when you receive your shipping preference email after the auction. Invoices will go out immediately after the auction ends.

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James Buchanan Autograph 1841 [158211]2580 - James Buchanan Autograph 1841 [158211]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Signed letter from James Buchanan, future President of the United States. He served from 1857 to 1861, and served as secretary of state from 1845 to 1
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Start Price : 750.00 | Estimate : 1,500.00 - 3,500.00
 
 
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Jimmy Carter & Colin Powell Signed Biographies (2) [171502]2581 - Jimmy Carter & Colin Powell Signed Biographies (2) [171502]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
"Keeping Faith" by former President Jimmy Carter and "My American Journey" by former secretary of state Colin Powell. Both are...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (65.00 + 16.25BP) = 81.25
 
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Betsy Ross Flag Memorial Assoc. Certificate [166730]2582 - Betsy Ross Flag Memorial Assoc. Certificate [166730]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
American Flag House and Betsy Ross Memorial Association certificate, 1902. Nice center color illustration of Betsy with the flag and George Washington
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to f********d for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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George Washington Souvenir Hatchet Relief Carved Brass 1789 [170412]2583 - George Washington Souvenir Hatchet Relief Carved Brass 1789 [170412]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This brass hatchet in relief presents "Washington President of the US/ Inaugurated Ari. 30, 1789" with the likeness of George in the hatc...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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George Washingto Inauguration Hatchet 1789 made in 1889 [170408]2584 - George Washingto Inauguration Hatchet 1789 made in 1889 [170408]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This souvenir hatchet is cast iron "Washington *President* Inauguration, Apr. 30, 1789 US". The back side has "1889" in paint; ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to b********t.. for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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Henry Ward Beecher Autograph Cut [171041]2585 - Henry Ward Beecher Autograph Cut [171041]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is an autograph cut of clergyman and abolitionist Henry Ward Beecher, who was the brother of author Harriet Beecher Stowe of "Uncle Tom...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to b********t.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Salmon P. Chase Autograph Cuts (2) 1800s [171037]2586 - Salmon P. Chase Autograph Cuts (2) 1800s [171037]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two signature cuts from 19th century politician and jurist Salmon P. Chase. Salmon Portland Chase (1808-1873) was an American politician and jurist w
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to c****o for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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VP Schuyler Colfax Autograph Cut 19th century [171038]2587 - VP Schuyler Colfax Autograph Cut 19th century [171038]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Schuyler Colfax (1823-1885) was known for his opposition to slavery while serving in Congress, and was a founder of the Republican Party. During his f
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to r********e.. for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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History of California Horse Racing Scrapbooks & Stock (4) [168008]3000 - History of California Horse Racing Scrapbooks & Stock (4) [168008]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
3 volumes of California horse racing history filled with original black and white photos, which appear to be constructed by a professional within the
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 3,000.00
 
 
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NFLPro Set 1991 Football Cards, 452 1991 [168824]3001 - NFLPro Set 1991 Football Cards, 452 1991 [168824]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
452 ProSet NFL 1991 football cards in ProSet binder. Many stars-Joe Montana, Barry Sanders, Jerry Rice, Roger Craig, Dan Marino, Jeff Hostetler, Deion
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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Vintage Sports Medals [167480]3002 - Vintage Sports Medals [167480]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three vintage sports medals, two gold: 1) San Francisco Football League / Union Iron Works / The Tanks // T. Picknell / Season / 1921-1922; 11.6 grams
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 650.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to j*****d for (650.00 + 162.50BP) = 812.50
 
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Glenn "Pop" Warner Autographed Stanford Page, 1929 [170736]3003 - Glenn "Pop" Warner Autographed Stanford Page, 1929 [170736]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Glenn S "Pop" Warner autograph on what appears to be a Stanford 1929 yearbook or football program page. Warner was the Stanford head coac...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to j*****d for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Jack Dempsey Boxing Memorabilia [173219]3004 - Jack Dempsey Boxing Memorabilia [173219]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of two items: 1) copper medal, 32 mm, holed. From the Dempsey/Gibbons championship fight, Shelby, Montana, July 4th, 1923. 2) "Living Fixtu...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
 
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Jack Dempsey Photo and Autograph [153277]3005 - Jack Dempsey Photo and Autograph [153277]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Matted and framed photograph and autograph of the famous American boxer, Jack Dempsey. The photograph features Dempsey probably with his daughter and
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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John L. Sullivan Boxing Medal [173659]3006 - John L. Sullivan Boxing Medal [173659]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rare. Round, white metal, 38 mm. Obverse of John L. Sullivan with boxing pose.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 600.00
Sold to d*******f for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Corbett/Fitzsimmons Fight Medals [173661]3007 - Corbett/Fitzsimmons Fight Medals [173661]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two medals from the March 17, 1897 fight between Gentleman Jim Corbett and Fitzsimmons in Carson City. One is HK-276 showing James J. Corbett'...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to j*****d for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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Gans-Nelson Fight Film Reproduction 1906 [119712]3008 - Gans-Nelson Fight Film Reproduction 1906 [119712]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a the only known film footage of the reproduction of the boxing match between Oscar Nielson (Battling Nelson) and Joe Gans that took place on
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Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 5,000.00
 
 
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Nelson/Gans Boxing Token 1906 [173658]3009 - Nelson/Gans Boxing Token 1906 [173658]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
THE DEL MONTE / GOLDFIELD / KAPP & REVERE // NELSON-GANS / (boxers) / SEP. 3. 1906; Wm, rd., 21 mm, EF condition. After 42 rounds, Gans won on a...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Silver Dollar Saloon Token [173548]3010 - Silver Dollar Saloon Token [173548]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
SILVER DOLLAR SALOON / TRUJILLO / & / MADRIL / CONGRESS, ARIZ. // 15; Wm, Octagonal, 28 mm. R 9. Tokencatalog.com reports Trujillo & Madril...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to a****r for (600.00 + 150.00BP) = 750.00
 
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Pioneer Saloon Token [173553]3011 - Pioneer Saloon Token [173553]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rare saloon token! GREER & WOODS / PIONEER / SALOON / HOLBROOK, ARIZ. // GOOD FOR / 1 / DRINK; Al., Sc 8, 29 mm. R 10; 1892-1901. Holbrook Ari...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to a****r for (750.00 + 187.50BP) = 937.50
 
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