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"Christmas Chronicles", 2023 December Live Auction

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

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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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Pearl Empress, Freshwater Pearl Figurine, Plus Tie [175917]1200 - Pearl Empress, Freshwater Pearl Figurine, Plus Tie [175917]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large, nicely detailed Empress figurine, made of real freshwater pearls from the Jiangsu Province of China. Includes a pearl tie, adjustable and very
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 700.00
Sold to w**********e for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Very Large Dragon Figurine, Freshwater Pearls [175887]1201 - Very Large Dragon Figurine, Freshwater Pearls [175887]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
One very large Dragon figurine made of real freshwater pearls from Jiangsu Province, China. Comes with wooden stand, has crack, but still functions. C
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 850.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to w**********e for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Reverse-Painted Chinese Glass Ball [171970]1202 - Reverse-Painted Chinese Glass Ball [171970]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a thick-walled glass ball with a small hole in the bottom. A Chinese artist has painstakingly painted the INSIDE SURFACE of the ball using spe
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to w*******j for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Stone Vase [149390]1203 - Stone Vase [149390]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
13"x 6 " marble vase with colors of cream, grey, beige, mauve, green. China Chunlin Zhu Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to t********f for (70.00 + 17.50BP) = 87.50
 
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Tan & Grey Marble Vase [149366]1204 - Tan & Grey Marble Vase [149366]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
vase measures 6" in diameter by 12.5" tall and has varying shades of grey, tan, and cream. China Chunlin Zhu Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 350.00
Sold to k********a.. for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Carved Greenstone Vases (2) [171980]1205 - Carved Greenstone Vases (2) [171980]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two tall vases expertly cut from solid greenstone, a metamorphic rock with unique swirls and beautiful variations in color and visual texture. Each is
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to t********f for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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Greenstone Vases (2) [172000]1206 - Greenstone Vases (2) [172000]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Greenstone is a highly metamorphosed ancient sedimentary rock which has experienced intense heat and pressure. This alters the minerals in the origina
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to 6********u.. for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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Italian Marble Vases (2) [170317]1207 - Italian Marble Vases (2) [170317]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two very ornate Italian marble vases. Each measures 2'x 11" with a 6"x 6" base. Tthere are repairs, so these pieces are being so...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to w**********e for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Colored Blown Glass Art by Nicholson [161912]1208 - Colored Blown Glass Art by Nicholson [161912]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Oval shaped thick multi hued blown glass table top art with stand. Curved top and sides, indented center with upturned bottom. Signed Nicholson '...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Carved Wooden Vases, Brass Inserts (3) [172016]1209 - Carved Wooden Vases, Brass Inserts (3) [172016]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three wooden vases with brass inserts. Prominent grain pattern from all sides, medium brown stain. 8.5 inches tall, 4.5 inches in diameter with a 1-7/
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to t********f for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Candelabra Clock [175527]1210 - Candelabra Clock [175527]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Mantle candelabra clock with matching candelabras. Forged in France by F. Lepauvre. Features a key wind “Bim Bam” 7 days movement. C
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Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 4,000.00
 
 
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Chantel Foundry Bells (2) & Cow Bell 1870's [170788]1211 - Chantel Foundry Bells (2) & Cow Bell 1870's [170788]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three bells, two of which were forged at the Chantel Foundry in Switzerland. These two measure 4" tall by 5" wide. The other measures 3.5&...
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Start Price : 125.00 | Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
 
 
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Quilt Collection, 9 [170960]1212 - Quilt Collection, 9 [170960]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
9 quilts, made on a home sewing machine. 2x red, white, blue, yellow, black 32x33". Pink, purple, white 73x93". Burgundy, white, pink with...
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Start Price : 350.00 | Estimate : 700.00 - 1,200.00
 
 
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Antique Coverlet c1800-1830 [142616]1213 - Antique Coverlet c1800-1830 [142616]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Measures 70" x 70" beige pattern with black background. Early American.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 240.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Decorative Woven Wall Hanging [161652]1214 - Decorative Woven Wall Hanging [161652]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pretty decorative wall hanging with horizontal wood dowel supports. We are unsure of the origin. Animal design has a hump, perhaps a camel? 48x28.5&...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Turkish Style Area Rug, Vintage [140181]1215 - Turkish Style Area Rug, Vintage [140181]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
105" long x 56" wide. Turkish Style, possibly prayer rug. Circa 1900 or before. Shows wear in numerous places but generally very good. N...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Persian Tribal Rug [175350]1215b - Persian Tribal Rug [175350]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Desc Authentic rug crafted by the famed Qashgaei nomads in Iran. No tears, stains or visible damage. Dimensions:Approximately 2' X 2 '. Mul...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to d*******f for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Oriental Rugs [175390]1215c - Oriental Rugs [175390]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Approximately 4'wide X 5 ' in length. Authentic nomadic tribal designs,replete with symbols. Primary colors: White, Red, Blue, with shades...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to t********f for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Ceramic Wall Pocket Collection (27) [169581]1216 - Ceramic Wall Pocket Collection (27) [169581]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Twenty seven ceramic wall pocket pieces of varying designs, generally 4-8", with no maker's marks on the back or bottom. Please see photo. ...
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Start Price : 120.00 | Estimate : 240.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Collector Plates, 4 Different [147408]1217 - Collector Plates, 4 Different [147408]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
WL George 8" Running With the Wind, Bradex 8" Deer Creek Cottage, Bradex 8" Where Paths Cross, 8.25", 8" WL George Canyon o...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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