"Fred Holabird's Grand Finale": Mining, Americana, & Numismatics Live Auction (2025 October)

Auction Details

Day 1, October 31st, 2025 (Lots 1000-1632)
Stocks & Bonds (Lots 1000-1632)
Mining feat. McDonald Collection (1000-1526)
Railroad (1527-1580)
Misc. Categories incl. Banking, Government, Express (1581-1632)

Day 2, November 1st, 2025 (Lots 2000-2575)
Art feat. Dan Muller Western Collection (Lots 2000-2040)
Native Americana & Cowboy (2041-2192)
Minerals & Fossils (2193-2310)
Mining Ephemera & Artifacts (2311-2575)

Day 3, November 2nd, 2025 (Lots 3000-3579)
Numismatics (Lots 3000-3579)
World’s Fair & Expositions (3000-3037)
US Mint (3038-3057)
Currency & Scrip feat. McDonald Nevada Collection (3058-3139)
Ingots (3140-3153)
Coins (3154-3363)
Medals & Exonumia (3364-3450)
Tokens (3451-3579)

Day 4, November 3rd, 2025 (Lots 4000-4541)
General Americana (Lots 4000-4541)
Geo. Sort (4000-4297)
Jewelry feat. Comstock Collection (4298-4357)
Misc. Categories incl. Bottles, Books, Fire (4358-4541)

Day 5, November 4th, 2025 (Lots 5000-5467)
Transportation (Railroadiana, Steamer, Stage) (Lots 5000-5074)
Wells Fargo & Express (5075-5122)
Philatelic (5123-5202)
Sports (5203-5229)
Political feat. Presidential Autographs (5230-5263)
Militaria (5264-5410)
Firearms & Weaponry (5411-5467)
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Horsehair Basket with Lid, Schurz NV [182106]2063 - Horsehair Basket with Lid, Schurz NV [182106]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
5.25 in. diameter 4 in. tall. Variable colored lid with dark horsehair base sewn by light horsehair. Identification by N. Delorme. Fred Wedertz Collec
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to b*********7 for (300.00 + 75.00BP) = 375.00
 
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Old Washoe Lidded Basket [203831]2064 - Old Washoe Lidded Basket [203831]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Woven basket with lid, likely made by the Washoe Tribe, who consider the Lake Tahoe basin to be their homeland. Well constructed round basket, sturdy
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to b**********s for (90.00 + 22.50BP) = 112.50
 
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Washoe Basket 6", Pictorial [203665]2065 - Washoe Basket 6", Pictorial [203665]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Nice example, although faded and very hard to see patterns. No damage issues. Base diameter measures 6", 3.5" height. See photo. ^ Date:...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to 6********u.. for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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Washoe Basket 8" [203666]2066 - Washoe Basket 8" [203666]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Loose weave, but in great condition. No damage issues. This was, most probably, not made for the tourist trade, but for daily use by the Washoe Indian
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to 6********u.. for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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Washoe Woven Basket, Oval, Lake Tahoe Area [203664]2067 - Washoe Woven Basket, Oval, Lake Tahoe Area [203664]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Woven basket, likely made by the Washoe Tribe, who consider the Lake Tahoe basin to be their homeland. Well constructed round basket, sturdy and rigid
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 6********u.. for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Washoe Woven Basket, Rectangular, Lake Tahoe Area [203663]2068 - Washoe Woven Basket, Rectangular, Lake Tahoe Area [203663]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Woven basket, likely made by the Washoe Tribe, who consider the Lake Tahoe basin to be their homeland. Well constructed rectangular basket with rounde
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to a******a for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Ancient Western Woven Basket [203832]2069 - Ancient Western Woven Basket [203832]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Probable Paiute or Shoshone/Shoshoni woven basket from the Great Basin Area, c1900. This gorgeous and aged basket smells lovely with a mixture of eart
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Start Price : 200.00 | Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
 
 
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Utah Shoshone Basket [203834]2070 - Utah Shoshone Basket [203834]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Red chevrons with black tips encircle the basket. Centric start in the bottom. 4.4" tall, 8.5" diameter. Good condition, though the top ri...
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Start Price : 60.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Shoshone Woven Basket, Small Oval [203667]2071 - Shoshone Woven Basket, Small Oval [203667]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Likely Shoshoni/Shoshone woven basket. Well constructed oval basket, sturdy and rigid, with sides that bow outwards. Red pictorial design present but
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to b**********s for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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Shoshone Woven Basket, Small Round [203836]2072 - Shoshone Woven Basket, Small Round [203836]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Woven basket, likely made by the Shoshone/Shoshoni Tribe. Well constructed round basket, sturdy and rigid, with sides that bow outwards and crisp blac
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to j******U for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Cherokee Star On The Mountain Pattern Storage Basket [200505]2073 - Cherokee Star On The Mountain Pattern Storage Basket [200505]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a rivercane construction storage basket made by Emmaline Garrett, Cherokee. Dyed with all natural dyes including walnut; in the Star of the Mo
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 260.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Native American Woven Basket [203830]2074 - Native American Woven Basket [203830]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Native American woven basket, sturdy and rigid. Basket measures 4" tall, 8.25" top diameter. Good condition, see photo. ^ Date: Count...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to a******a for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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Vintage Paiute Basket [203833]2075 - Vintage Paiute Basket [203833]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Small, simple basket with triangle designs. Good condition, parts of design are faded. 5.75" diameter, 2-5/8" high. See photo. ^ Date: ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
Sold to 6********u.. for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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Modern Woven Baskets, Set of 4 [203662]2076 - Modern Woven Baskets, Set of 4 [203662]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Woven baskets, set of 4. Basket A is sturdy and rigid, with a wavy decorative top rim. Its base diameter measures 7", top diameter 9", &am...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
Sold to m********9 for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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Washoe Receiving Basket Cradleboard  [200507]2077 - Washoe Receiving Basket Cradleboard [200507]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a Washoe receiving basket type cradleboard. These were used as a temporary cradle until the gender of the child was known. Willow rod construc
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Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,400.00
 
 
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Cree Lac Seul Toy Cradleboard with Browband c. 1900 [200499]2078 - Cree Lac Seul Toy Cradleboard with Browband c. 1900 [200499]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a toy cradleboard beaded in the Woodlands style by Cree or Lac Seul Band Indians of Ontario Canada. C.1900. Made of tanned moose hide with a
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Atsugewi Hat Creek Cradleboard c. 1900 [200506]2079 - Atsugewi Hat Creek Cradleboard c. 1900 [200506]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a cradleboard made by the Atsuqwi (Hat Creek) Tribe of Northern California. C.1920s. It is in the girls design. The vertical rod construction
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Start Price : 180.00 | Estimate : 360.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Athabaskan Toy Moose Hide Cradle [200496]2080 - Athabaskan Toy Moose Hide Cradle [200496]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a moose hide toy cradle for your dollie. It measures 12 in. long and seed beaded. Athabaskan origin 1900-1950's. In very good condition....
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Start Price : 60.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Paiute Water Jug, Mono Lake by Maggie Howard [204780]2081 - Paiute Water Jug, Mono Lake by Maggie Howard [204780]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Classic Paiute water jug, two loops for carrying 6" tall, 5" diameter, 3/4" mouth. Comes with pencil scribbled signature on Kirman an...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to a******a for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Nancy Youngblood Miniature [137318]2082 - Nancy Youngblood Miniature [137318]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Very early (1974) miniature pot by Nancy Youngblood (native name Yellow Aspen), born 1955. Nancy was surrounded by her family's work and that of...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Two Miniature Pots [137319]2083 - Two Miniature Pots [137319]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Black on Red, Santa Clara, artist Annette Vigil. 2" x 3". Miniature White clay jar, feather design, 1.75" x 1.5". Signed, but un...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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New Mexico Pueblo Pot [183675]2084 - New Mexico Pueblo Pot [183675]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
7" tall, 8 1/4" diameter. c1920. Some dirt and stain from age, otherwise very fine. small chip on lip. ^ Date: Country (if not USA): S...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to b*********7 for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
 
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Santa Clara Black Pottery Duo [168960]2085 - Santa Clara Black Pottery Duo [168960]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.) 4.25 x 5" signed, on the bottom it is marked: Birdell Vine Flower Santa Clara Reservation 5 2017. 2.)2.75 x 4.25 on the bottom is marked S...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to D********l for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
 
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LOT WITHDRAWN2086 - LOT WITHDRAWN
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot withdrawn.
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Start Price : 1.00 | Estimate : 2.00 - 3.00
 
 
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Anasazi Puerco Valley Black on Red Pottery Bowl [203681]2087 - Anasazi Puerco Valley Black on Red Pottery Bowl [203681]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ancestral Puebloan Anasazi Puerco Black on Red Pottery Bowl. c. 800-1200 A.D. This bowl has been broken and repaired with all pieces. Only tiny chips
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Navajo Ornament & Figural Vase [204503]2088 - Navajo Ornament & Figural Vase [204503]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Navajo ornament signed by Harrison Tom, a popular Navajo ceramics artisan. The ornament measures about 2.5" in diameter with a sturdy looking l...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to e*******B for (75.00 + 18.75BP) = 93.75
 
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Beaded Turtle Fetish/Amulet [141120]2089 - Beaded Turtle Fetish/Amulet [141120]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The turtle fetish/amulet has horsehair edging with tin cones. This turtle does not have an incision for an umbilical cord. 9 inches long, bug damage t
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 900.00
Sold to e*******B for (950.00 + 237.50BP) = 1,187.50
 
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Chickasaw Site Mississippi Blue Bead Necklace Pre-Columbian [200501]2090 - Chickasaw Site Mississippi Blue Bead Necklace Pre-Columbian [200501]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a necklace made from blue beads found at a pre-Columbian Chickasaw site in Mississippi. It is 30 in. in length. These beads are unique because
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 160.00 - 300.00
Sold to r**4 for (425.00 + 106.25BP) = 531.25
 
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Heishi (Olive) Shell Necklace Authentic Santa Domingo Indian Jewelry [204400]2091 - Heishi (Olive) Shell Necklace Authentic Santa Domingo Indian Jewelry [204400]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Heishi (Olive) Shell Necklace Authentic Santa Domingo Indian Jewelry. About 16" long. This authentic, antique Native American piece is a beauti...
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Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to d*******f for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
 
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Turquoise Necklaces (3) [202187]2092 - Turquoise Necklaces (3) [202187]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three turquoise and heishi necklaces: 1) 23 inch two strand turquoise with brown heishi beads; 2) 30 inch one strand with larger flat turquoise pieces
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Navajo Turquoise Silver Cuff Bracelet & Rings (4) [124911]2093 - Navajo Turquoise Silver Cuff Bracelet & Rings (4) [124911]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful cuff bracelet with two turquoise stones, set shadow box style with looped wire and wings/feathers. 5" inside measure, 1.25" gap....
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 190.00 - 380.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Gold, Turquoise Custom Bracelet, Tom Willeto [196204]2094 - Gold, Turquoise Custom Bracelet, Tom Willeto [196204]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
An absolute masterpiece 14kt gold and spiderweb turquoise bracelet custom made for our client designed and created by master Navajo jewelry craftsman
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,000.00 - 10,000.00
Sold to r**4 for (5,750.00 + 1,437.50BP) = 7,187.50
 
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American Indian Antique Silver / Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace [204808]2095 - American Indian Antique Silver / Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace [204808]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
American Indian Antique Silver / Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace. Natural turquoise. Early. 143 grams. Unmarked. ^ Date: Country (if not USA):
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to P*********a for (850.00 + 212.50BP) = 1,062.50
 
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Bear Claw Native American Jewelry [124912]2096 - Bear Claw Native American Jewelry [124912]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
One carved Abalone shell claw shape. One bear claw pendant set in silver cap with turquoise stone. Three wild boar tusks silver cap pendants. One larg
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to t********f for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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Beautiful Zuni Silver-Turg Bracelet [202143]2097 - Beautiful Zuni Silver-Turg Bracelet [202143]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ladies Zuni bracelet, unmarked artist's name. Width tapers down from 1.2" to .12". Bracelet circumference measures 6.5". Good con...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to b*****4 for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Classic Navajo Bracelet, Sterling Silver w/ Green Turq. & Red Corral  [202142]2098 - Classic Navajo Bracelet, Sterling Silver w/ Green Turq. & Red Corral [202142]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Classic Navajo bracelet, green turquoise & red coral. Sterling silver. Unmarked artist's name. Width tapers from 2" to .25". Brace...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to P*********a for (425.00 + 106.25BP) = 531.25
 
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Classic Navajo, Sterling Silver w/ Green Blue Setting [202141]2099 - Classic Navajo, Sterling Silver w/ Green Blue Setting [202141]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Sterling silver w/ green & blue setting. Classic Navajo setting with opposing feather design, glossy to the touch. Artist: J. Piaso Jr, with aco...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to K*****1 for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Navajo, Wide Sterling Silver Bracelet [202145]2100 - Navajo, Wide Sterling Silver Bracelet [202145]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Navajo sterling silver bracelet w/ turquoise, unmarked artist's name. Bracelet width measures 1.3". Bracelet circumference measures 6.3&quo...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to M*****e for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace & Earrings [205980]2101 - Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace & Earrings [205980]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Turquoise indicated from Sleeping Beauty, Globe Arizona. Dated Sept 4, 1988 from Mission San Juan Bautista California. Stunning silver and turquoise n
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Start Price : 700.00 | Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,200.00
 
 
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Zuni Dbl Row Turq. Squash Blossom Necklace [202147]2102 - Zuni Dbl Row Turq. Squash Blossom Necklace [202147]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Double row turquoise squash-blossom necklace, very old. In good condition, all turquoise pieces present. Necklace measures 26" long. The center...
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Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (1,600.00 + 400.00BP) = 2,000.00
 
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Squash Blossom Necklace [204309]2103 - Squash Blossom Necklace [204309]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Turquoise and silver squash blossom necklace. Classic Zuni style with small older turquoise stones with a mix of blue and green round and pear shaped
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Estimate : 1,800.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to K*****1 for (1,450.00 + 362.50BP) = 1,812.50
 
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Navajo Turquoise Squash Blossom [200084]2104 - Navajo Turquoise Squash Blossom [200084]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is an outstanding turquoise squash blossom by Navajo Silversmith Chris Hale, the piece is signed C. Hale, this is a full sized squash hanging at
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,200.00 - 3,600.00
Sold to k***v for (1,450.00 + 362.50BP) = 1,812.50
 
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Peyote Bird Turquoise Squash Blossom [202784]2105 - Peyote Bird Turquoise Squash Blossom [202784]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This squash blossom features beautiful chip inlaid turquoise and sterling silver 2 .5" Peyote Birds up and down both sides and one 2 .5" x...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,400.00 - 2,700.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (1,300.00 + 325.00BP) = 1,625.00
 
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Navajo Thomas Francisco Made Coral Squash Blossom Set [202783]2106 - Navajo Thomas Francisco Made Coral Squash Blossom Set [202783]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a Navajo made coral squash blossom set by silversmith Thomas Francisco, the piece is signed, the squash blossom contains 22 pieces of blood re
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Estimate : 3,500.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (1,900.00 + 475.00BP) = 2,375.00
 
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Vintage Navajo Squash Blossom [200087]2107 - Vintage Navajo Squash Blossom [200087]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a great example of an early Navajo made Squash blossom c. late 1800's early 1900's with an outstanding patina showing on the entire ...
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Start Price : 1,300.00 | Estimate : 2,600.00 - 2,800.00
 
 
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Benny Touchine Vintage Navajo Watch Bracelet [202795]2108 - Benny Touchine Vintage Navajo Watch Bracelet [202795]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a vintage Navajo made watch bracelet by silversmith Benny Touchine from Church Rock, NM Region, the band width is 1 ¼" at it...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 450.00 - 550.00
Sold to M*****e for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Dragon Fly Necklace [200077]2109 - Dragon Fly Necklace [200077]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a beautiful sterling silver dragon fly necklace, this piece is accented with 3 Sonoran Gold Turquoise stones and hangs from an 18" ster...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 450.00 - 550.00
Sold to S****2 for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Eagle Dancer Bolo Tie [202803]2110 - Eagle Dancer Bolo Tie [202803]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is an outstanding Navajo made sterling silver Eagle Dancer bolo tie, the Eagle Dancer measures 2 ¾ " across by 3" tall and...
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Estimate : 550.00 - 650.00
Sold to M*****e for (425.00 + 106.25BP) = 531.25
 
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Effie Calavaza Necklace [202800]2111 - Effie Calavaza Necklace [202800]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is an original Effie Snake necklace with turquoise and coral, snakes have turquoise eyes, the piece is marked Effie C. Zuni and suspended from an
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 450.00 - 550.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Effie Calavaza Snake Bracelet [202799]2112 - Effie Calavaza Snake Bracelet [202799]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a turquoise and coral snake bracelet with the Effie Calavaza hallmark, Effie was well known for her snake motif designed jewelry pieces, her p
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Estimate : 450.00 - 550.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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