2227 - Pioche, NV Assay SheetsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 2. 1) Assay certificate for Combined Metals Reduction Co., Bauer Plant, Jan. 11, 1926. Gold, zinc, lead, and silver ore. H.K. Hansen, Assayer.
Bidding Has ConcludedStart Price : 40.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
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2235 - Comstock Lode Assay Office Billhead, 1876Holabird Western Americana Collections
Very rare. Possibly less than 5 known. Dateline Virginia, Nevada, December 30, 1876. D.W. Balch, Proprietor. "Charges the same as the U.S. Bran...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 600.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to d**********3 for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
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2238 - Gould & Curry Memorandum of Assay, 1866Holabird Western Americana Collections
1866. EARLY. Assayer was Gideon E. Moore. These are all done fo the Central Mill. The Central was constructed in 1860. In the 1860's it processe...
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2249 - Nevada Assay CollectionHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 4. 1) Assay Office of the Richmond Mining Company. Dateline Eureka, Nevada, May 13th, 1881. For pulp samples from the Magnolia Mine containing
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to b**********n for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
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2250 - Nevada Assay GroupHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 4. 1) Eureka Consolidated Mining Co. Assay Office small sheet dated 1905 for ore sample from P.H. Hjul. Sample contained 0.80 ounces silver. Si
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2255 - Two 1,000 Ounce Gold Ingot MoldsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Modern style gold molds, circa 1920 to 40, made for cascading mold pouring. The molds are marked S. F. I. F on each long edge. The letters F. M. D. ar
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to k**********y for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
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2256 - Zinc Ingot MoldHolabird Western Americana Collections
An ingot mold for nine-50 ounce each zinc ingots (approximate). Overall mold size approximately 8 x 14", 2 inches tall. Circa 1900 to 1920. (A...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to b**********n for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
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2257 - Jeweler Lamp and Assay Lab LampHolabird Western Americana Collections
A choice pair that would've been used in any jeweler or assayer's lab. 1) Classic 3 inch diameter cobalt blue jewelers lamp with 1883 patent...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
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2258 - Large Molten Metal Assay BowlHolabird Western Americana Collections
Large molten metal assay or dipping bowl for large crucible. Handle approximately 4 feet long, bowl with two pour spouts 11 inches in diameter. Circa
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to j*****0 for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
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2259 - Assay Tool with HandleHolabird Western Americana Collections
Assay tool with handle, cast-iron design to pull out tray containing assay crucibles. Circa 1900 to 1920. Approximately 3.5 feet long, three quarters
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to b**********n for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
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2261 - Hand-Made Iron Mortar and PestleHolabird Western Americana Collections
Circa 1920. 5.75 inch diameter at the top, 6 inches tall. Clearly made to resemble the six-inch models that were professionally manufactured. Choice,
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2262 - Cast Iron Mortar and pestleHolabird Western Americana Collections
Cast-iron mortar and pestle. Marked on the bottom Albert Manufacturing Company, Los Angeles. Circa 1910. Used by a miner or an assayer. 5.25" d...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to S*****8 for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
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2264 - Cast-iron Mortar and Pestle for Miner/AssayerHolabird Western Americana Collections
Used by a miner or assayer. Entirely cast-iron. 6 inches in diameter, 6 inches in height. This appears to be an earlier piece, possibly c. 1860s. (Al
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to S****2 for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
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2265 - Large Cast Iron Mortar and PestleHolabird Western Americana Collections
Large cast-iron mortar and pestle manufactured by Braun, Los Angeles. Diameter at top 14 inches, depth of bowl is 14 inches, height of pestle is 17 in
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to S*****8 for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
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2266 - 10 Assay Lab Chemical BottlesHolabird Western Americana Collections
10 bottles typically used for acids or chemicals in an assay lab. Four with original glass stoppers. The bottles range in size from 5 1/2 inches to 10
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 100.00 - 250.00
Sold to b**********n for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
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2267 - Assayer's Kit in Wood CaseHolabird Western Americana Collections
Apparently complete assayer's kit in wood case. Hinged top with handle and bottom drawer. Includes glassware, cleaner brush, vials, tongs and mo...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to S*****8 for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
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2269 - Assay lab equipment and artifactsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Three large acid bottles, aqua and amber, the largest of which is 6” in diameter and 14” tall. Large graduated cylinder 1000 ml; clear glass flask; te
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to b**********n for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
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2270 - Collection of Assay CruciblesHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of nineteen.1) "Battersea Round / 'F' /Morgan / England" clearly printed on side. Excellent condition. 5" tall. 2) Bottom...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 100.00 - 250.00
Sold to S****2 for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
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2271 - Small Graphite CrucibleHolabird Western Americana Collections
Small graphite crucible 9 inches in diameter, 10 inches tall with bone ash lid. This crucible was used in California by one of the large-scale dredge
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to t********n.. for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
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2272 - Mining CrucibleHolabird Western Americana Collections
Mining crucible tht would be used for 100-500 oz. pours. Approx 11.5" x 10" (Al Adams Gold Rush Memorabilia Collection) Date: Locati...
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2275 - Hope Grinding MillHolabird Western Americana Collections
Circa 1880 to 1910 Hope grinding mill. 9 inches diameter, 10 inches tall plus the handle handle goes out 7 inches and 5 inches tall. This was used to
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to S*****8 for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
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2275a - Central Scientific Vacuum Air Pump, c1909Holabird Western Americana Collections
Unusual scientific piece of equipment from the Central Scientific Company of Chicago. Luckily, the company's early catalogs are published online...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to S*****8 for (190.00 + 47.50BP) = 237.50
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2276 - Independence Model, Ellis MillHolabird Western Americana Collections
Independence model by the Ellis Mill Co., San Francisco, patent date Feb. 19, 1924, Reportedly from the Redding area, which would have been the Shasta
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to S*****8 for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
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2278 - Assay LibraryHolabird Western Americana Collections
Seven volume assay library. Includes: A textbook of Assaying by Behringer, sixth edition; Notes on Assaying by Ricketts and Miller; Modern Copper Smel
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 100.00 - 250.00
Sold to b**********n for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
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2283 - Explosives ArchiveHolabird Western Americana Collections
Approx 13 items from Giant Powder Co, Hercules Powder, A Repsold, Judson Dynamite and Powder. Billheads and ledger reports. (Potter Collection) Dat
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to S*****8 for (190.00 + 47.50BP) = 237.50
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2284 - Atlas Blasting MachineHolabird Western Americana Collections
Atlas blasting machine number 3 – 50, “capacity 50 – 30 feet copper wire, electric blasting caps”. Oak construction, beautifully refinished, appears w
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
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2285 - Hercules Powder Co. blasting machineHolabird Western Americana Collections
Patent date on the side July 29, 1930. Main body approximately 4” tall 2” wide with detachable handle (Al Adams Gold Rush Memorabilia Collection) D
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 100.00 - 250.00
Sold to b*******g for (130.00 + 28.60BP) = 158.60
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2287 - Fidelity Model 50 Blasting MachineHolabird Western Americana Collections
Plunger appears to be frozen. D is painted in silver on 2 sides. In a recent auction we sold many blasting machines and this model was not among them.
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 500.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to f*****E for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
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2288 - Two dynamite and cap tin carriersHolabird Western Americana Collections
Two carriers manufactured by the same company, unmarked, tongue and groove construction. 6.5" x 5.5" x 15" tall, the small one measur...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to k**********y for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
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2289 - Wooden Explosives Boxes (4)Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large DuPont box marked on both ends in red and black, 50 pound box; box marked “high explosives dangerous by ICC, with fitted top; a second ICC box,
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to f******1 for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
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2290 - Wooden Box for Blasting Caps TinsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Dark wooden box for either blasting caps tins, candles or perhaps dynamite. Hinged front door with peg. Approx 17.5" x 5.5" x 5.5" ...
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2292 - Two Small Miner's CandlesticksHolabird Western Americana Collections
1) Twisted Blacksmith Miners' Candlestick. Unique candlestick with a twisted design on the spike. It appears to be all in one piece and made of ...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to c*****n for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
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2296 - Three Foreign Underground Mining LampsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Three foreign underground lamps. Rooster lamp from Mexico or South America; Brevet with star, European; Wolf style, unmarked. See photo, nice group
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2297 - Copper Carbide HolderHolabird Western Americana Collections
10" tall copper carbide holder with lanyard. Shallow dent on one face. (Al Adams Gold Rush Memorabilia Collection) Date: Location: HW...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to S*******e for (65.00 + 16.25BP) = 81.25
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2299 - Antique Microscope in Original Wood BoxHolabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful brass microscope with several lenses in original wood box. Maker E. LEITZ WETZLAR. Number 15250. Educational Supply Company, Boston. Early m
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to p********1 for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
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2300 - Mine Rescue Kit in Custom Wood BoxHolabird Western Americana Collections
We haven't seen one of these units before! Brass label on the front reads Burrell Technical Supply Company, Pittsburgh, PA. Comes with two books...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 6****A for (500.00 + 110.00BP) = 610.00
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2301 - Australia Gold Rush Meershaum PipeHolabird Western Americana Collections
Carved Meershaum amber stem, or in this case a cigar holder, made in the shape of Bernhard Holtermann's head (1838-1885). Includes a fitted stem...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to m********y for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
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2302 - Burger & Sons TransitHolabird Western Americana Collections
C. L. Burger and Sons, Boston, brass transit. In original wood box with labels inside, includes two plumbs. Excellent transit, appears to be circa W
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to j*****r for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
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2303 - Canary Cage for MinersHolabird Western Americana Collections
Coal miner's canary bird cage. The cage is made of wood, it has a feeding trough and a ceramic watering pot attached to the side of the cage. Mi...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to c********e for (65.00 + 16.25BP) = 81.25
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2304 - Large K and E LevelHolabird Western Americana Collections
In Wigton-Abbott, NJ wood box. Interior label for Charles Prandoni, repair service of surveying instruments, Hoboken, New Jersey, circa 1930. Approxim
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to f*****E for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
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2305 - Handheld Drill Bit SupplierHolabird Western Americana Collections
Handheld drill bit supplier. Cast-iron board 12" x 18" with handle. Held 20 drillbits on each side. This piece still has 22 drill bits. Th...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to S*****8 for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
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2306 - Mine Alarm BellowsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Made by Siebe Gorman Company Limited of London. Approximately 4 foot long bellows with large 24 inch long brass horn, 12 inch diameter at the end used
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to S*****8 for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
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2307 - Mine BellowsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Very similar to sets of mine bellows we've seen from a British manufacturer. Made for foot application to create the bell signals. White metal f...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 400.00 - 700.00
Sold to S*****8 for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
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2308 - Mine Bell SignalsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Mine sign indicating Rules of the mine and how many bells are to be sounded. This sign is from The Argonaut Mining Company, Ltd., Jackson, California.
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to k**********y for (475.00 + 118.75BP) = 593.75
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2309 - Ross Shaft Signal Bells Metal SignHolabird Western Americana Collections
Deep blue sign with white frame indicating the signal bells for deep mining. This sign indicates 5000 feet at its deepest level. This sign is warped...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 500.00 - 800.00
Sold to d*******9 for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
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2310 - Mine Signal BellHolabird Western Americana Collections
Circa 1900 to 1910. 12 x 15", 4 inches thick. No makers mark. In excellent condition and works perfectly. (Al Adams Gold Rush Memorabilia Coll...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to j*****r for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
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2311 - Miners and Puddlers TinHolabird Western Americana Collections
Original tin can with red black and white, 6“ diameter, 7” tall with original bale handle. “Miners and Puddlers long hot smoking tobacco”, Milwaukee,
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2312 - Mining GroupHolabird Western Americana Collections
Royal Varney-style miners candlestick with 2 key mining books: The Mine Investors Guide by Davis, 1909 and a compilation of J. Ross Browne's pap...
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to m********y for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
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2313 - Large Scale Rail SectionHolabird Western Americana Collections
An 18 inch piece of large scale rail. The rail is from the Dry Hollow Goldmine in Dahlonega, GA. (Al Adams Gold Rush Memorabilia Collection) Date:
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2314 - Misc. Georgia Mining EquipmentHolabird Western Americana Collections
Miscellaneous mining equipment from Georgia. This lot includes a large hoist, an original screen from a mill, a large lead melting pot, a lead ladle,
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to S*****8 for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
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2315 - Large and Impressive Ore BucketHolabird Western Americana Collections
Large well constructed, heavy duty ore bucket used for major production. Riveted and 30 inches in diameter at the top, 32 inches tall and is an additi
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to S*****8 for (1,050.00 + 262.50BP) = 1,312.50
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2316 - Riveted Ore BucketHolabird Western Americana Collections
Rivet constructed ore bucket. Approximately 20 inches in diameter, 24 inches tall with a small chain at top. Unknown Georgia Goldmine. Nice early cons
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to S*****8 for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
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2317 - A Real Ore Car!Holabird Western Americana Collections
This ore car is hand riveted, swivel and tilting. Measurements 37 inches long , 36 inches tall and approximately 24 inches wide. Sits on an approximat
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2318 - Choice Miniature Ore CarHolabird Western Americana Collections
Miniature ore car. 12" x 18 x 17.5" well constructed miniature ore car that works on an 18 inch center and constructed rails. Box does not...
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Sold to R*********0 for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
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2319 - Desk Top Ore CarHolabird Western Americana Collections
Desk top ore car. 10.5 inches long, 6.5" wide 11 inches tall. Black painted, solid constructed ore car with working wheels on homemade 12 inch ...
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2320 - Ore Car TrucksHolabird Western Americana Collections
36 inches long along the base, approximately 2 feet wide, and approximately 14 inches tall. Has a swivel plate on it. The wheels are rusted and not wo
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Sold to S*****8 for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
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2321 - Miniature Ore Cart: Great Decorative PieceHolabird Western Americana Collections
This wonderful piece will surely get people talking. The cart is copper plated or copper splashed steel(?). Riveted and on working wheels. Comes with
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to a********x.. for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
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2322 - Hydraulic Mining Nozzle TipHolabird Western Americana Collections
Hydraulic mining nozzle tip, about 38 inches long. Approximately 6 inch at the entry reduced to 2 inches at the tip. Hand riveted construction. From t
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2323 - Unusual Hydraulic Monitor NozzleHolabird Western Americana Collections
Hydraulic mining nozzle. Very unusual nozzle used for exceptionally high pressure spray. 28 inches long connection at the bottom is 10 inches in diame
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 700.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to S*****8 for (600.00 + 150.00BP) = 750.00
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2324 - Seven Hydraulic Mining Nozzle TipsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Seven nozzle tips. These range in size from 3 inch diameter for outflow up to 5 inch diameter outflow, with attachments 5.5 inches outside diameter up
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 500.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to S*****8 for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
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2325 - Ingersoll Sargent Rock Drills Catalog No. 8Holabird Western Americana Collections
Nice drill catalog 184pp with index. Paperback. Rock Drills as Applied to Mines, Tunnels and Quarries, Back cover detached,water stains mostly on part
Bidding Has ConcludedEstimate : 130.00 - 250.00
Sold to S*****8 for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
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