"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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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
Bidding Has Concluded
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...
Bidding Has Concluded
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
Bidding Has Concluded
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...
Bidding Has Concluded
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
Bidding Has Concluded
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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