"Collector's Pot of Gold" Americana Auction (March 2023 Timed Sale)

Auction Details

Welcome to our special March 2023 timed sale, the Collector's Pot of Gold Auction!

This two-day timed sale has over 1,300 lots in over 10 collecting categories incl. Mining, Bottles, Numismatics, Sports, Stocks, Philatelic, Art, and General Americana.

It is a mix of old and new material, with an emphasis on lower priced/entry-level lots and larger groups ideal for dealers.

And to celebrate the St. Patrick's Day weekend, we've decided to open EVERY LOT at just $10! It's your "lucky" day!!!

Starting at $10 does not mean the collectibles are cheap, common or unwanted. What it does represent is a following of the world-wide numismatic market, and that of our rarities auctions, of letting the bidder and collector set the prices. If the lots start cheap, then all it takes is your bid. We have so many thousands of collectors that we hope all find things to their liking. This format is the future, and we know you’ll have fun with it!

All of these lots come to us from major collections. Many of these items were offered previously, and may have been “missed” by collectors who focused on items of greater interest at the time. This sale allows for spotting these missed rarities. Also, just because an item may be less expensive, does not mean it is not rare. We offer here many “one of a kind” pieces – but the value is up to you.

This is a timed auction, so there will be no live auctioneer or audio/video feed. You can bid now up to the day each session closes. On the 18th and 19th, you will be able to log into a virtual console and bid live, just like normal. Each lot will open with an automatic timer that is reset with each live bid. Once the bidding stops and the timer runs out, the auction advances to the next lot.

We're sure you'll find something perfect for your collection or dealer inventory. And at a $10 start price, we expect you to bid early and bid often!

Thanks for your continued interest and bids in our sales!
--THE HOLABIRD TEAM



Auction Schedule

Saturday, March 18th, 2023, Lots 1000-1676
General Americana (1000-1621)
Geo. Sort.
Misc. Categories incl. Transportation, Books, Toys
Bottles (1622-1676)

Sunday, March 19th, 2023, Lots 2000-2623
Art (2000-2130)
Sports (2131-2173)
Philatelic (2174-2268)
Mining (2269-2321)
Stocks (2322-2513)
Numismatics (2514-2623)
SHIPPING & HANDLING: The customer is responsible for all shipping and packaging charges. We offer shipping service as a convenience to our buyers. Items are not shipped until the invoice and shipping charges are completely paid. Shipping costs will be calculated and billed separately after your items have been paid for. Purchases will be shipped via our approved, insured carriers: FedEx, UPS, USPS or DHL. Pick up is available from our Reno office, once you have received your invoice post auction
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Colorado Aquamarine Specimen [163043]2273 - Colorado Aquamarine Specimen [163043]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Mt. Antero aquamarine, .75x1/8". Date: Country (if not USA): State: Colorado City: Provenance: Gary Bracken Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to M********9 for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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USGS Alaska Map, 1914 [157899]2274 - USGS Alaska Map, 1914 [157899]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Reconnaissance Map of the Middle Kuskokwim and Lower Yukon Region, Alaska. This map is Plate I of the U.S. Geological Survey Bulletin 578 issued in 19
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 200.00
Sold to m****y for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Mining Correspondence [115210]2275 - Mining Correspondence [115210]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Correspondence from J.D. Gardner Mining Co., Wickenburg Arizona between March 24, 1930 and May 9, 1930 reflects the increase in shares. Buckskin Mini
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 30.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Arizona: Its Resources and Prospects 1865 [125495]2276 - Arizona: Its Resources and Prospects 1865 [125495]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1968 reprint of 1865 Arizona letter to the Editor of the New York Tribune by Hon. Richard C. McCormick. He outlines the advantage of the counties and
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Grass Valley Mining District Map, c. 1890s [157891]2277 - Grass Valley Mining District Map, c. 1890s [157891]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Map of the Grass Valley Mining District, Nevada County, California, Showing the Locations of the Principal Mines Compiled for the State Mining Bureau
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Estimate : 80.00 - 200.00
Sold to u********y.. for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Lecompton Mine & Mill Architectural Drawing [158400]2278 - Lecompton Mine & Mill Architectural Drawing [158400]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lecompton Mine & Mill at Grass Valley, CA Kit Proposal by Simpson, 1978. The Lecompton was a famous mine with connections to George Hearst. Hear...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to f*****E for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Appraisal of a Mining Estate in Nevada County, 1856 [157704]2279 - Appraisal of a Mining Estate in Nevada County, 1856 [157704]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Appraisal of the estate of Andrew McCoy in San Juan, Nevada County, California. This estate involved mining properties and other assets in Nevada Coun
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to c*********p for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Washington, Cal. Court Docs Sieze Grissel Properties, 1869 [128837]2280 - Washington, Cal. Court Docs Sieze Grissel Properties, 1869 [128837]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two court documents from Washington, California, writs of attachment to Conrad Grissel. regarding 8 lots and mining claims at Washington City, Nevada
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 150.00
Sold to u********y.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Mining Ephemera [112102]2281 - Mining Ephemera [112102]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Thirteen pieces of mining history including letters and assay receipts from mining companies throughout California: Grass Valley, Damascus, Angels Cam
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Geology of the Aspen Mining District, Colorado; 1898 [152848]2282 - Geology of the Aspen Mining District, Colorado; 1898 [152848]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Department of the Interior Monographs of the United States Geological Survey Volume XXXI. Printed by the Washington Government Printing Office in 1898
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to m****y for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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Long Spout Oil Can [159928]2283 - Long Spout Oil Can [159928]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rusty oil can with long spout. 20.5x6". Made by Western Hardware, Leadville. Crooked spout, side dent. Date: Country (if not USA): State: ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to t*******d for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Idaho Bureau of Mines Reports, 29, 1924-39 [161984]2284 - Idaho Bureau of Mines Reports, 29, 1924-39 [161984]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
29 Idaho Bureau of Mines reports, c. 1924-39. Ore Deposits in the Tertiary Lava in the Salmon River Mountains, Portland Cement Materials, Mining Activ
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to S****2 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Idaho Mining Ephemera Group [163379]2285 - Idaho Mining Ephemera Group [163379]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ore Settlement reports, assay, freight records from Northern Smelting and Refinement, c.1916 Date: Country (if not USA): State: Idaho City: Pr
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Mining Jaw Crusher Broadside, Chicago, c1890 [131017]2286 - Mining Jaw Crusher Broadside, Chicago, c1890 [131017]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Broadside advertises the Great Western Rock Breaker and ore crusher. The machine could be easily adjusted to crush fine or coarse. The crusher could w
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Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to u********y.. for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Butte Area Mining Ledgers, 6 [163263]2287 - Butte Area Mining Ledgers, 6 [163263]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
6 Butte area mining ledgers. 1928 Stratton Mines, 1924 Anaconda Copper Mining, Stratton's Panhandle time book 1926-28 and 1926-33. 1903 unused l...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to a*********3 for (70.00 + 17.50BP) = 87.50
 
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Deer Lodge Placer Mining Maps/Patents [50404]2288 - Deer Lodge Placer Mining Maps/Patents [50404]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two pages with color map of claims. 1905 certified copies of an 1880 Plat for Robert S. Kelley and company's claims in Deer Lodge County. 13&quo...
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Estimate : 80.00 - 300.00
Sold to m****y for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Marysville Mine Letterheads (Approx. 90) [140437]2289 - Marysville Mine Letterheads (Approx. 90) [140437]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Approximately ninety (90) letterheads connected with mines in the Marysville Mining District in Montana. Included letterheads are from The Rose Densmo
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to O*********n for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Kennett Mining Company 1897 Ore Receipt Book [163323]2290 - Kennett Mining Company 1897 Ore Receipt Book [163323]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Receipt book for loads of ore being transported from the Kennett Mine to the Langry Mill. 9 1/2 x 3 inches. Weighed on Chicago Scale Company's U...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 250.00
Sold to O*********n for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Empire Load Mining Booklet [163453]2291 - Empire Load Mining Booklet [163453]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Empire Lode mining claim in Deer Valley County booklet. Declaratory statement of discovery of, and claim to Quartz lode mining claim. 66pp. Date: C
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to m****a for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Mammoth Mining and Power Co. Inventory Ledger [163330]2292 - Mammoth Mining and Power Co. Inventory Ledger [163330]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ledger book of 100 pages with 75 pages of writing in pencil of the materials and hardware of the Mammoth Mining and Power Company, J. A. Flint, Receiv
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to u********y.. for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Montana Southern Mining Company Original Correspondence (250+) [140694]2293 - Montana Southern Mining Company Original Correspondence (250+) [140694]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Complete alphabetical file of original Montana Southern Mining Company business correspondence from 1938-39 between Mont. Southern MC and several diff
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 500.00
Sold to O*********n for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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Montana Stock Ledger-Copper King Mining Company [145359]2294 - Montana Stock Ledger-Copper King Mining Company [145359]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Stock ledger book, approx. 8.5 x 14 inches, recording the names of shareholders and the dates of their stock transactions. Earliest year found is 1900
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 400.00
Sold to a*********3 for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Bank of California Checks, 20 [162478]2295 - Bank of California Checks, 20 [162478]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 20 Bank of California checks with dual adhesive stamps, c. 1866. Date: Country (if not USA): State: Nevada City: Virginia City Prov
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to O*********n for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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Eureka County Report of Mine Production 2nd Q, 1874 [110187]2296 - Eureka County Report of Mine Production 2nd Q, 1874 [110187]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Original report of mine proceeds. This report lists 27 producing mines in alpha order. Eureka Consolidated was the largest producer at $245,035. The R
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 250.00
Sold to u********y.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Goldfield Map, 1905 [163408]2297 - Goldfield Map, 1905 [163408]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Map of Goldfield Mining District, 1905. Frank L Kreider & Bro. 15x16". Date: Country (if not USA): State: Nevada City: Goldfield Pro...
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Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to 6*****b for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Six Nevada Mining Booklets [144319]2298 - Six Nevada Mining Booklets [144319]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) Some Mining Districts of Northeastern California and Northwestern Nevada by Hill. Hardcover, rebound from soft cover. About 10 fold out color maps.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
 
 
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Nevada and Great Basin Books (6) [86646]2299 - Nevada and Great Basin Books (6) [86646]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
USGS bulletin 612 The Overland Route-fair condition, Boom Towns of the Great Basin by Robertson, Mainstream of America by Stone, Ghost Town by Dane, b
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Estimate : 40.00 - 150.00
Sold to p********n for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Bonanza Mine Ephemera [163382]2300 - Bonanza Mine Ephemera [163382]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
8 pieces of Bonanza Mine ephemera, c. 1916. Assay certificates, letterhead, waybill, ore settlement. See photo. Date: Country (if not USA): State
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to O*********n for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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U.S. Geologic Survey books Wyoming mining [116414]2301 - U.S. Geologic Survey books Wyoming mining [116414]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a group of mining books detailing the area of Wyoming in 1912. At lease ten books, see the photos for details. Date: Country (if not USA):
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 200.00
Sold to S****2 for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Minister of Mines Annual Report British Columbia [140387]2302 - Minister of Mines Annual Report British Columbia [140387]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This lot contains three annual reports of mining activities for British Columbia, 1908, 1909,and 1914. Gold and coal mainly reported. These copies are
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 200.00
Sold to t*******d for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Three Interesting British Columbia Mining Related Pieces [130463]2303 - Three Interesting British Columbia Mining Related Pieces [130463]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) Atlin Silver Lead Mines, report by Catlin & Pope of New York. 1925. Four extra large pages; 2) 1925 summary report of the Silver-Lead deposit...
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Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to m********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Nanaimo and Westminster Mining District Map 1906 [121155]2304 - Nanaimo and Westminster Mining District Map 1906 [121155]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a map depicting the Nanaimo and Westminster Mining District of 1906, scale is 4 statute miles=1 in. completed by the Canada Dept. of Mines Geo
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 280.00
Sold to m********e for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Pueblo Viejo Mine in the Dominican Republic Photographs [37675]2305 - Pueblo Viejo Mine in the Dominican Republic Photographs [37675]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Group of about 10 photos of the Pueblo Viejo mine in the Dominican republic about 1975. Date: c1975 Country (if not USA): Dominican Republic State:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 20.00 - 70.00
Sold to b*******d for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Mining ephemera reports [84622]2306 - Mining ephemera reports [84622]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two pamphlets and one prospectus printed by the Securities Corp of New York between 1909-10. All are in excellent condition and in protective sleeves.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 30.00 - 75.00
 
 
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Mining Gold from British Columbia to Mexico in Photos [140389]2307 - Mining Gold from British Columbia to Mexico in Photos [140389]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This lot contains three photos depicting the mining processes: "Washing god" in Vancouver, British Columbia, the backside of the matted ph...
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Estimate : 190.00 - 400.00
Sold to p********n for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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ASARCO Safety Bulletins (3) and Daniel Jackling Book [86465]2308 - ASARCO Safety Bulletins (3) and Daniel Jackling Book [86465]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
3 ASARCO Safety Bulletins 1916-17, hardcover Daniel Cowan Jackling 1954 Rotunda book with foldout Jackling photo. Date: Country (if not USA): Sta
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 160.00
 
 
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Assorted Mining Ephemera [163378]2309 - Assorted Mining Ephemera [163378]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Assorted mining ephemera. Teresa Silver and Copper prospectus-water stain. Rayon Copper. Benke and Haskett pay ledger, 3 stereoviews. Date: Country
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to p********n for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Mail Order Co. Mining & Oil Stock Sales, c1902 [62863]2310 - Mail Order Co. Mining & Oil Stock Sales, c1902 [62863]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Group of correspondence, about 8pcs, from the Mayne C. Parker Co. of Philadelphia soliciting the sale of stock in various mining and oil companies. Th
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 40.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Cyclopedia of Civil Engineering [122708]2311 - Cyclopedia of Civil Engineering [122708]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Eight volumes of Cyclopedia of Civil Engineering by the Chicago American School of Correspondence 1909. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 100.00
Sold to t******2 for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Western Mining Photograph [161497]2312 - Western Mining Photograph [161497]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Unknown mine, possibly Idaho. Photo is 6 1/2 x 5 inches on 9 x 7 inch matting. Smokestacks working, men standing watching the photographer, tailings p
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to p********n for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Dept. of Interior Geological Survey on Coal and Oil 1912 [116410]2313 - Dept. of Interior Geological Survey on Coal and Oil 1912 [116410]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a survey book printed by the US Geological Survey of Coal and Oil exploration dated 1912. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Pr
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 20.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Milling Equipment Booklets from Marcy Mills and Hardinge  [108697]2314 - Milling Equipment Booklets from Marcy Mills and Hardinge [108697]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
These are two booklets describing the design, function, and operation of two different types of milling equipment for ore separation. No dates of publ
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8*****W for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Mineral Resource Books (2) [132417]2315 - Mineral Resource Books (2) [132417]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) U.S. Geological Survey by Charles D. Walcott- Director. Mineral Resources of the United States-1902. Washington Printing Office 1904. 2) U.S. Geolo
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Estimate : 70.00 - 400.00
Sold to M********9 for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Mining Publications and Reports [156623]2316 - Mining Publications and Reports [156623]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Group of publications and reports related to mining. Includes Journal of the Association of Engineering Societies, Practical Short Cuts in Milling and
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
 
 
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Mining Related Publications [161989]2317 - Mining Related Publications [161989]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 16 mining related publications. S. Dakota School of Mines Mining Interests of the Black Hills Region. Fluourite Deposits of the Wild Cat Mountai
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Production of Gold and Silver In The US by Leech, 1892 [154529]2318 - Production of Gold and Silver In The US by Leech, 1892 [154529]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Report of the Mint 1893. 260pp with index. Front fly page creased and torn. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
Sold to M********9 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Statistics of Mines and Mining West of the Rocky Mountains [104599]2319 - Statistics of Mines and Mining West of the Rocky Mountains [104599]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Key reference volume. 805pp with index. Spine missing, boards detached Date: 1870 Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 200.00
Sold to M********9 for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Copper Manual; 1899 [153038]2320 - Copper Manual; 1899 [153038]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Copper Manual. Copper Mines, Copper Statistics, Copper Shares and A Summary of Information on Copper, Etc. by D. Houston & Co. Metal Brokers, Ne...
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Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******r for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Mining Books, 2 [156184]2321 - Mining Books, 2 [156184]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The Saloon on the Rocky Mountain Mining Frontier by West. De Re Metalica by Hoover, 1950. Translated reprint from 1912, 638pp with index. Date: Cou
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Pacific Coast Mining, Milling, & Development Co. Stock Certificate [107751]2322 - Pacific Coast Mining, Milling, & Development Co. Stock Certificate [107751]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Inc. 1897. No. 335, issued for 500 shares to Burns on March 12, 1901, in San Francisco. Signed by president Kirkpatrick and secretary Windell. Pen can
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to m********e for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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