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

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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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Polished Stones and Agates [163112]2270 - Polished Stones and Agates [163112]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Polished stones and agates, about 5.8 lbs. 7 lb. polished cut display piece, could be used as a single bookend. Date: Country (if not USA): State
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to t********f for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Polished Fossil Dishes with 3D Fossils, 3 [160644]2271 - Polished Fossil Dishes with 3D Fossils, 3 [160644]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
3 oval 9x6.5" polished fossil plates with 3D fossils on the center edge. Nice presentation plates for entertaining. Date: Country (if not US...
Bidding Has Concluded
Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to y******1 for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Polished Fossil Vases and Keepsake Boxes, 4 [160645]2272 - Polished Fossil Vases and Keepsake Boxes, 4 [160645]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
2 polished fossil vases 8.5x3.75", .5" base chip, and 6.75x3.5" with 1.75" missing lip and 1.75" lip crack, base chips. 2 p...
Bidding Has Concluded
Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to M********9 for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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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
Quantity : 1 | 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
Quantity : 1 | 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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Quantity : 1 | 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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Quantity : 1 | 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
Bidding Has Concluded
Quantity : 1 | 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
Quantity : 1 | 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
Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to c*********p for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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