Great Americana Pow-Wow Auction (August 2020)

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We sincerely hope everyone is enjoying their summer!

This auction marks the best material we've offered in a hot August sale in many years. The variety is outstanding, as is the quality of goods offered.

A glimpse at the many categories: Native American turquoise and silver jewelry, including the best squash blossom necklace we've ever seen, baskets, Kachinas, and rugs; California token collection; Fauver American and foreign counters and tokens; rare whiskey bottles; Masonic California token; beautiful drugstore carved wood frontispiece; Nevada rare documents; major pinback collection; baseball and boxing collectibles; gold specimens including some from the Goodshaw Mine at Bodie; American and foreign medals; Victorian furniture; fantastic array of western Art; original Buffalo Bill/Pawnee Bill posters; Large ore cars and incline cars from a major Nevada City mine; Dynamite and candle boxes; American souvenir plate collection (c1900-1920); music collectibles; toys and toy trains; postcard collections, directories, maps; railroad pass collection and references; antique firearms; badges; mining & railroad stocks; US coins; token dies; a rockshop section, mining artifacts and much more.

There is truly something for everybody!

Don't forget us when its time to sell. We average about 5000 registered bidders per sale, probably the most in America for an Americana sale! With buyers all over the globe, we get to everybody. We are always after great collections! ~Fred Holabird~

Auction Schedule

Day 1, August 27th, 2020:
Art (1001-1093)
Native Americana (1094-1325)
General Americana Part I (1326-1595)
Sports (1596-1604)
Toys (1605-1651)

Day 2, August 28th, 2020:
Philatelic - Postal History (2000-2087)
General Americana Part II (2088-2599)
Firearms & Weapons(2600-2624)

Day 3, August 29th, 2020:
Stocks & Bonds (3000-3125)
Numismatics (3126-3416)
Tokens (3417-3634)

Day 4, August 30th, 2020:
Minerals (4000-4042)
Mining (4043-4320)
Bargains & Dealer Specials PART I (4321-4611)

Day 5, August 31st, 2020:
Bargains & Dealer Specials PART II (5000-5641)

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Santa Domingo Shell Necklace  (121998)1301 - Santa Domingo Shell Necklace (121998)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage and traditional Santa Domingo shell necklace with mother of pearl, jet, turquoise and spiny oyster on a turquoise nugget chain, top to bottom
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (90.00 + 22.50BP) = 112.50
 
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Silver Barrel Necklace Set  (117006)1302 - Silver Barrel Necklace Set (117006)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This piece is marked NW for Navajo silversmith Norman Woody. This piece has beautiful silver engraved barrels about 1” tall with silver beads
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 350.00 | Estimate : 700.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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Singer Family Necklace  (117011)1303 - Singer Family Necklace (117011)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Singer Family silver feather motif necklace with a central turquoise and silver pendant suspended from a spiny oyster and turquoise nugget chain, piec
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 450.00
Sold to d*******f for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Six Zuni and Navajo Rings  (121109)1304 - Six Zuni and Navajo Rings (121109)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three of these rings are large--one is 2" x 1.5", size 8, 2" x 1.75", size 8-9, 2,25" x 1, size 8-9, two less large, about ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,200.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (650.00 + 0.00BP) = 650.00
 
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Spectacular Turquoise Silver Squash Blossom Necklace  (121663)1305 - Spectacular Turquoise Silver Squash Blossom Necklace (121663)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Spectacular Squash Blossom Necklace, the best we've had here in 40 years. When we saw this piece the first time, it was a knee-buckler. Silver w...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (2,300.00 + 0.00BP) = 2,300.00
 
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Strike-a-Lite Bag  (117040)1306 - Strike-a-Lite Bag (117040)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Southern Plains Indian strike-a-lite leather braided bag with silver cones, more of a contemporary piece from about the 1970’s—80[x=
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (75.00 + 18.75BP) = 93.75
 
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T&R Singer Family Tiger Eye Necklace  (117004)1307 - T&R Singer Family Tiger Eye Necklace (117004)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This necklace is also by the Singer Family, marked T&R Singer, and is composed of beautiful Tiger Eye beads with silver spacers, measures at abo...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (95.00 + 23.75BP) = 118.75
 
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T&R Singer Spiny Oyster Necklace  (117003)1308 - T&R Singer Spiny Oyster Necklace (117003)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Light purple spiny oyster necklace by the Singer family, after the passing of Tommy Singer his wife Rose began marking pieces T&R Singer to hono...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to d*******f for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Trade Bead Necklaces  (121103)1309 - Trade Bead Necklaces (121103)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) Three strands, white, red and blue 1/4" beads, 36" long with graduated shorter strands. 2) Four graduated strands, mostly white with r...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to d*******f for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Turquoise and Spiny Oyster Bracelet  (117030)1310 - Turquoise and Spiny Oyster Bracelet (117030)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a heavy silver bracelet channel set with turquoise and spiny oyster, the makers mark are two B’s side by side, unable to be specific
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 650.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 0.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Turquoise Pendant Necklace  (117002)1311 - Turquoise Pendant Necklace (117002)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Great silver and turquoise pendant on a silver bead and turquoise chain, this is a Navajo signed piece, signature appears to be single name of Gabby,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to l*******C for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Vintage Branch Coral Necklace  (121993)1312 - Vintage Branch Coral Necklace (121993)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
10” Vintage natural red branch coral necklace from Santa Domingo Pueblo. Date: Country if not USA: State: City: Provenance:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 160.00
Sold to d*******f for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Vintage Navajo and Zuni Earrings  (121191)1313 - Vintage Navajo and Zuni Earrings (121191)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four pair: turquoise rounds set in silver; 1" squash blossoms; silver ducks with turquoise chips;abstract triangle w/ turquoise and coral chips...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to d*******f for (90.00 + 22.50BP) = 112.50
 
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Vintage Navajo and Zuni Pins  (121202)1314 - Vintage Navajo and Zuni Pins (121202)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Six pins: 1) Zuni inlay roadrunner, 1.25"; 2) Zuni Sunface inlay, 1"; 3) Kokopeli, silver set with turquoise, 1.5"; 4) frog, silver s...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (190.00 + 0.00BP) = 190.00
 
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Vintage Navajo Turquoise Squash Blossom  (117007)1315 - Vintage Navajo Turquoise Squash Blossom (117007)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Great older Navajo turquoise squash blossom, looks to be around 1950’s to 1960’ piece,a nice patina has built up on all the silver,
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 950.00 | Estimate : 1,900.00 - 2,400.00
 
 
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Vintage Navajo Turquoise Squash Blossom  (117005)1316 - Vintage Navajo Turquoise Squash Blossom (117005)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This Navajo Squash blossom has really nicely aged silver beads and a naja with three small turquoise nuggets. This is an unmarked piece measuring 15
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 800.00
Sold to d*******f for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Vintage Zuni and Navajo Earrings  (121193)1317 - Vintage Zuni and Navajo Earrings (121193)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four pair: 1" squash blossoms; Turquoise petit point; Zuni sun face posts; tiny petit point in turquoise. Date: Country if not USA: State:...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (130.00 + 0.00BP) = 130.00
 
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Zuni and Navajo Clip Earrings  (121196)1318 - Zuni and Navajo Clip Earrings (121196)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four pair: Navajo etched round silver, 1.25" diameter; Zuni sun inlay,1-1/8" diameter; turquoise beads set in silver; turquise ovals set i...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (120.00 + 0.00BP) = 120.00
 
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Zuni and Navajo Clip Earrings  (121197)1319 - Zuni and Navajo Clip Earrings (121197)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four pair: round stamped silver, Navajo, 1.25" diameter; Zuni petit point, round, 1" diameter; Kokopeli inlay in silver; Zuni sun inlay. ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (140.00 + 0.00BP) = 140.00
 
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Zuni and Navajo Earrings  (121223)1320 - Zuni and Navajo Earrings (121223)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two pair of Zuni inlay earrings--one lapis and one mixed stones. One pair of Navajo earrings, from buttons made as earrings. Also included, Neckerchie
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (75.00 + 18.75BP) = 93.75
 
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Zuni And Navajo Modern Earrings  (121190)1321 - Zuni And Navajo Modern Earrings (121190)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Six pair: turquoise petit point/silver; diamond shape turquoise; half round turquoise inlay; round turquoise set in silver; silver half beads; square
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
 
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Zuni and Navajo Rings, Lot of 39  (121111)1322 - Zuni and Navajo Rings, Lot of 39 (121111)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 39 rings total, turquose and coral, 4 are inlay, 1 is sandcast, su=izes 5-8. Very good condition--don't miss this group! Date: Country...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to d*******f for (1,300.00 + 325.00BP) = 1,625.00
 
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Zuni and Navajo Turquoise Inlay Cuffs  (121093)1323 - Zuni and Navajo Turquoise Inlay Cuffs (121093)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four Zuni silver inlaid with turquoise cuffs, one mother of pearl. One Navajo cuff, etched silver with turquoise stones set in. Six total narrow (see
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to d*******f for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Coral Petit Point Hair Pin (121992)1324 - Coral Petit Point Hair Pin (121992)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful petit point hair pin containing approximately 112 pieces of dark red coral on Sterling silver with the hallmark "JVB" for Jimmy ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 280.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 0.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Zuni Style Indian Head Belt Buckle  (121990)1325 - Zuni Style Indian Head Belt Buckle (121990)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful large and colorful unique Zuni style Indian head belt buckle, this piece has trim inlay corners containing turquoise, jet, spiny oyster,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to d*******f for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
 
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Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet  (121236)1326 - Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet (121236)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Bracelet has two 1/2" diameter gold nugget shaker charms that weigh approximately .013 toz and one 1-3/8" diameter gold nugget filled cha...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to d*******f for (1,600.00 + 400.00BP) = 2,000.00
 
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Gold Nugget Ring by Shreve, Treat & Eacret, and other rings (121235)1327 - Gold Nugget Ring by Shreve, Treat & Eacret, and other rings (121235)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Real gold nugget ring with 18K band, natural gold nugget is approx. 7/8" x 1/4" x 3/16", ring size ~6.5, total weight is 10.3 grams. ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,800.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to a********i.. for (950.00 + 237.50BP) = 1,187.50
 
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California National Guard Sterling Silver Pin  (121497)1328 - California National Guard Sterling Silver Pin (121497)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a sterling silver California National Guard pin. It has a bear head and the words "Second Class Man" stamped on it (some sort of ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to m**********w for (75.00 + 16.50BP) = 91.50
 
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Cal Gold Charm  (108149)1329 - Cal Gold Charm (108149)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Obv.: Cal Gold / 1884 / Charm; Rev.: Eureka / (Minerva state seal portrait). 12 mm, 0.16 grams, 0.20 mm thick. Looks like diebreak. Date: 1884 Coun
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 160.00 - 200.00
Sold to g*******0 for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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Jewelry  / Double Horse Head w/Coin Necklaces / 9 Items .  (109748)1330 - Jewelry / Double Horse Head w/Coin Necklaces / 9 Items . (109748)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Here is a really nice grouping of necklaces. The " Double Horse Head" is a very old standard , dating back to Medieval Times. This standar...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 120.00
Sold to d*******f for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Black Hills Gold Earrings  (121230)1331 - Black Hills Gold Earrings (121230)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Six pair of earrings, four pierced--stars, leaves circle, 2 tiny posts. Two pair screw on --star, and tiny leaf. All lovely and in great condition; p
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to l*******C for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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Black Hills Gold Rings  (121229)1332 - Black Hills Gold Rings (121229)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four rings in Black Hills Gold, approx size 8. 14K gold. Very good condition. Please inspect. Date: Country if not USA: State: South Dakota Cit
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 800.00
Sold to d*******f for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Bracelet, Black Hills Gold, and Pendants  (121231)1333 - Bracelet, Black Hills Gold, and Pendants (121231)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Bracelet inmage of pelican in rushes, braided band. Two pendants--star and leaves. All Black Hills Gold, good condition. Please inspect. Date: Coun
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 0.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Gold Jewelry / Greek Key Choker  (102105)1334 - Gold Jewelry / Greek Key Choker (102105)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Here we have a beautiful piece of gold jewelry. It is 16" in total length, so about 8" when worn. It is 58.5 gold which is comparitable t...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 160.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Taxco Abalone Inlay Jewelry  (121225)1335 - Taxco Abalone Inlay Jewelry (121225)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Silver and abalone inlay pendant. Raised mayan figure, in etched circle, 2,25" diameter. 1,75" fluted diameter. Both beautiful pieces! D...
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Start Price : 150.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Taxco Silver Clamper Cuff and Brooch  (121224)1336 - Taxco Silver Clamper Cuff and Brooch (121224)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This vintage, sterling, repoussé style clamper (Hinged) bracelet is the work of a Taxco artisan. It features waves and swirls and looks great
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to d*******f for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Taxco Silver Jewelry  (121226)1337 - Taxco Silver Jewelry (121226)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot includes: Silver cuff inlaid with turquoise and etched heavy silver. 6.25 inside measurement, hinge opening with chain guard. Cuff is 2" ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 260.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (140.00 + 0.00BP) = 140.00
 
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Vintage Mexican Aztec Copper Pendant Necklace  (121227)1338 - Vintage Mexican Aztec Copper Pendant Necklace (121227)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage huge Mexican Aztec copper pendant necklace, 3.5" x 2", on 24" copper chain. Face of pendant is carved stone. It is an amazing...
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Start Price : 70.00 | Estimate : 140.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Onyx and Sterling Silver Rings (3)  (121526)1339 - Onyx and Sterling Silver Rings (3) (121526)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
These are three nice silver and onyx rings, ready for wear. Total weight is 23.8 Grams. These are all in good condition. See photos for more detail.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to l*******C for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Turquoise Rings  (121518)1340 - Turquoise Rings (121518)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a trio of casual wear turquoise rings with a total weight of 20.7 Grams. They are all in good condition. Please see photos for more details.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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American Indian Beaded Collar Adornments  (121751)1341 - American Indian Beaded Collar Adornments (121751)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A nice collection of American Indian beaded collar pieces from the 1960's. this collection includes nine collar pieces and four necklaces. All ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to g*******0 for (190.00 + 47.50BP) = 237.50
 
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Amethyst Necklace  (121578)1342 - Amethyst Necklace (121578)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A 16" strand of amethyst, weighing in at 67.3 Grams. This is ready to wear and in very good condition. Date: Country if not USA: State: ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 120.00
Sold to H*******d for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Antique Looking Costume Jewelry  (121206)1343 - Antique Looking Costume Jewelry (121206)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Huge lot includes: Earrings, Bracelets, Pins/Broaches/Necklaces. All are in very good condition. Some really great pieces. Date: Country if not USA
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to d*******f for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Antique Style Jewelry Sets (2)  (121207)1344 - Antique Style Jewelry Sets (2) (121207)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Antique style jewelry: One set in gold tone with large dark blue heart shaped pieces--clip earrings, bracelet, necklace. the other set is garnet and
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Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Aquamarine & Multi-Stone Bracelets  (121574)1345 - Aquamarine & Multi-Stone Bracelets (121574)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A pair of nice stone bracelets weighing a combined 42.2 Grams. One is made of aquamarine, the other, multi-stones, including sapphire, topaz and more.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Aquamarine Strands (2)  (121576)1346 - Aquamarine Strands (2) (121576)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a pair of aquamarine strands. One measures 9", the other, 12". They weigh 42.3 Grams combined and are in very good condition. See ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Beautiful Group of Gold Toned Jewelry  (121214)1347 - Beautiful Group of Gold Toned Jewelry (121214)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot includes: necklaces and bracelets--over 12 great pieces! All in very good condition. Please see photos. Date: Country if not USA: State: Ci
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Start Price : 150.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Beautiful Sterling Silver & Purple Stone Ring  (121570)1348 - Beautiful Sterling Silver & Purple Stone Ring (121570)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Nice multi stone ring on a sterling silver band. Deep purple stone surrounded by white stones. Piece weighs in at 4.8 Grams. See photos for more detai
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Bracelet Group (6)  (121494)1349 - Bracelet Group (6) (121494)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A collection of six bracelets with a variety of different colored stones. All measure about 7" with a combined weight of 196.3 Grams. All are i...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to p********n for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Bracelet Trio  (121504)1350 - Bracelet Trio (121504)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A group of three bracelets in silver. One is a spiral design with green stone on the ends. One is a basket design, while the third one is Mexican ster
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to c******n for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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