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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Nevada Gaming Chips & Tokens  (119323)4450 - Nevada Gaming Chips & Tokens (119323)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 30 collection of Nevada gaming chips and tokens. Includes one Boomtown, Verdi, NV $1 gaming token; one Russian gaming token; two $1 Caesar...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 150.00
Sold to 0*******a for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Nevada Gaming Chips and Tokens  (123063)4451 - Nevada Gaming Chips and Tokens (123063)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 35. Some uncirculated. From Ely, Winnemucca, Wendover, Fallon, Tonopah, Virginia City, Carson City, Wells. Elko and Sparks. Condition generally
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to d*******f for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Nevada Gaming Chips, Tokens, Etc.  (123044)4452 - Nevada Gaming Chips, Tokens, Etc. (123044)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 17. Harrah's $1 gaming chip. Blue and white with green scrip. Edgewater metal casino dollar, Laughlin. El Dorado Casino, Henderson, State...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to 0*******a for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Clay Poker Chip Collection  (121768)4453 - Clay Poker Chip Collection (121768)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A nice collection of 79 beautiful clay poke chips. Thy are in a variety of colors with several different illustrations. They all appear to be in excel
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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Fakes Fantasies and Fun  (108602)4454 - Fakes Fantasies and Fun (108602)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of eight pieces: Reno's Horseshoe Club gaming token, fake Franklin Half, Walking Liberty Half, five dollar gold piece. Blank brass planchet,...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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George Washington Birthday Gaming Token  (121410)4455 - George Washington Birthday Gaming Token (121410)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Obv.: George Washington's Birthday / (engraved "S"and "C" / Feb. 22, 1913; Rev.: The Standard Club / 100 / Monte Carlo Night...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Group of Misc. Gaming Chips & Tokens  (120017)4456 - Group of Misc. Gaming Chips & Tokens (120017)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A large collection (97 pieces) of gaming chips and tokens from several different entities, including some Asian samples. There are also a GF Beer from
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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Ivory Gaming Token  (121349)4457 - Ivory Gaming Token (121349)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
$5 ivory gaming token. Date: Country if not USA: State: City: Provenance: Benjamin Fauver Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to 0*******a for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Miscellaneous Gaming Chips and Tokens  (123086)4458 - Miscellaneous Gaming Chips and Tokens (123086)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of thirty five. 24 gaming chip style includes Drink Chief Oshkosh Beer; River City $1000, New Orleans, Crescent Queen (paddle boat?); $1 Merchants
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to 0*******a for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Poker and Faro Chips  (118907)4459 - Poker and Faro Chips (118907)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 193 assorted poker and Faro chips. Faro was a popular casino game in the U.S. in 19th century, which originated in France in the 17th century,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to d*******f for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
 
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Two Gaming Broadsides  (110722)4460 - Two Gaming Broadsides (110722)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two Gaming Broadsides, c 1935. Mason & Co. Roulette Pay Card Broadside. Circa 1935. 19.5 x 25” “We furnish complete equipment for cl
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
Sold to d*******f for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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Whist Marker Token Case  (121417)4461 - Whist Marker Token Case (121417)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Metal case labeled "whist markers." 21 mm wide, 15 mm tall. Date: Country if not USA: State: City: Provenance: Benjamin Fauver C...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to G********a.. for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Antique Afghan Tribal Jewelry  (110451)4462 - Antique Afghan Tribal Jewelry (110451)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Engraved silver cuff bracelet from Afghanistan. Circa, 1940's to 1950's....internal diameter 2"x 3" wide. Fair condition. Afghan t...
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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A Group of 15 Pendants  (121508)4463 - A Group of 15 Pendants (121508)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
These pendants, with various types of stones, designs and sizes. The combined weight of all pieces is 46.4 Grams. All are in good condition. See photo
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (70.00 + 17.50BP) = 87.50
 
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Baubles Bangles & Beads  (121299)4464 - Baubles Bangles & Beads (121299)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A collection of rings, earrings, bracelets and pins. Some have faux stones, others are etched with designs. All are in good condition. See photos for
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to d*******f for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
 
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Baubles, Bangles & Beads  (121532)4465 - Baubles, Bangles & Beads (121532)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A unique collection of bracelets, beads, cameos, pendants and lanyards. Total weight of the various and sundry items is 116.4 Grams. All are in good c
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to d*******f for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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Faux Jade Pieces  (121507)4466 - Faux Jade Pieces (121507)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Set includes a faux pearl strand with a large faux jade flower, a faux jade ring as well as a faux jade bracelet. Combined weight is 81.3 Grams. See
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to d*******f for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Great Lot of Boho Chic Jewelry  (121222)4467 - Great Lot of Boho Chic Jewelry (121222)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Over 50 pieces of truly fabulous Bohemian style jewelry. Find real surprises in this lot of earrings, bracelets, necklaces...in metals, plastics, wood
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to c*****r for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
 
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NOT Heavy Metal Jewelry  (121219)4468 - NOT Heavy Metal Jewelry (121219)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Great lot of metal jewelry, many enameled pieces. Earrings, pins/broaches, rings. cufflinks.... All in very good condition--great colors. Date: Cou
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to d*******f for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Opal pendant  (110660)4469 - Opal pendant (110660)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Gorgeous silver pendant holding an oval stone. Signed on the reverse by the artist. 1 3/4 x 1 inch. Modern setting with blue and brown stone. Date:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 160.00
Sold to p********1 for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Plastic Fantastic Jewelry  (121218)4470 - Plastic Fantastic Jewelry (121218)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Huge lot includes : earrings, bangles, necklaces, pins...All in great condition (many earrings never worn). You need this jewelry!!!! Date: Country
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 900.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Purple Stone Ring Trio  (121572)4471 - Purple Stone Ring Trio (121572)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three nice sterling ladies' rings each holding a nice purple stone. These rings are in good condition and weigh in at 21.5 Grams. See photos for...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to p*****Z for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Quartet of Belt Buckles  (121506)4472 - Quartet of Belt Buckles (121506)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A quartet of sterling silver belt buckles with a combined weight of 74.1 Grams. All are in good condition. See photos for more details. Date: Count
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to j*****r for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Small Tanzanite Accent Gem Stones in Various Color Intensities.  GREAT JEWELER'S LOT!  (109942)4473 - Small Tanzanite Accent Gem Stones in Various Color Intensities. GREAT JEWELER'S LOT! (109942)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Approximately 40 stones of various sizes, shapes, cuts and color intensity. Colors range from pale to moderate. No noticeable green component. Excell
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to f*****E for (40.00 + 7.00BP) = 47.00
 
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Sterling  (119624)4474 - Sterling (119624)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a silver chain, weighing in at 26.5 grams. It's a bit tangled, but in good condition. See photos for more details. It weighs in at 26.5 ...
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Start Price : 30.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Sterling Silver Ladies Rings (5)  (121571)4475 - Sterling Silver Ladies Rings (5) (121571)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five ladies' rings all in silver. Stones range in color from white to blue. All are in very good condition and weigh in at 16.1 Grams. See photo...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to d*******f for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Sterling Silver Pendants, Group of 7  (121503)4476 - Sterling Silver Pendants, Group of 7 (121503)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a collection of seven assorted pendants, with various colored stones. Combined weight is 53.8 Grams. All are in good condition. See photos for
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to p*****Z for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Variety of Beaded Necklaces  (121221)4477 - Variety of Beaded Necklaces (121221)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of over 15 necklaces, many glass beads with some metal. Several faux pearl necklaces, great variety of beads. Some loose beads as well. Please se
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to c*****r for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Vintage Lady Elgin Watch 14k Solid Gold with Movable Lugs - WORKING!  (109941)4478 - Vintage Lady Elgin Watch 14k Solid Gold with Movable Lugs - WORKING! (109941)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Working, ticking, beautiful Lady Elgin Solid Gold 14k Analog Watch with black synthetic cord band , white face, numerals at every other hour, 619 19 j
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to j*****r for (120.00 + 30.00BP) = 150.00
 
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California Map Group  (112203)4479 - California Map Group (112203)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two double truck maps. Cram 1886; Peerless 1903 Date: Country if not USA: State: California City: Provenance:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (75.00 + 18.75BP) = 93.75
 
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Idaho Maps  (112205)4480 - Idaho Maps (112205)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large double truck by Rand McNally 1928; similar 1924. Date: Country if not USA: State: Idaho City: Provenance:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Montana Vintage Maps  (112206)4481 - Montana Vintage Maps (112206)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two similar Large double truck Montana map Rand McNally, c 1920's; Date: Country if not USA: State: Montana City: Provenance:
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Start Price : 60.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Nevada Vintage Maps (4 Different)  (116032)4482 - Nevada Vintage Maps (4 Different) (116032)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 4 different. 1) 1889 Encyclopedia Britannica map, 10.5 x 8" tape repairs. 2) 1914 World Atlas and Gazetteer, Dood, Mead & Co. 15 x 1...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to j****G for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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San Francisco Travel Brochures (3)  (105424)4483 - San Francisco Travel Brochures (3) (105424)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1959 SF hotel guide, 1957 Braniff Airways schedule, 1925 steamship and railroad schedule-missing cover Date: 1925-1959 Country if not USA: State:
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 25.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
 
 
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Utah Map  (54462)4484 - Utah Map (54462)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Double truck Rand McNally Utah map. PP 476-477. Multicolor 14.5" x 21". Date: Country if not USA: State: Utah City: Provenance: K...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 60.00
Sold to T*****z for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Historical Buttons Reference Books (3)  (118963)4485 - Historical Buttons Reference Books (3) (118963)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of three reference books about button, including historical and military buttons. Includes: "American Military Button Makers and Dealers, T...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to j****G for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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Political Button Library and Related  (118986)4486 - Political Button Library and Related (118986)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Group of 14 reference books, mostly pertaining to political buttons and related items. Includes: "American Political Badges and Medalets, 1789-...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to p*******x for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Large Size Gaming Buttons  (123002)4487 - Large Size Gaming Buttons (123002)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Includes Oak Ridge Boys, Beach Boys, David Copperfield, Leno and Cole, Leno & King, Kool & the Gang, Dianna Ross at Caesars Palace. Also Kar...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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A Box of 45 RPM Records  (120863)4488 - A Box of 45 RPM Records (120863)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A collection of 71 records in the 45 RPM mode. Artists include Betty Everett & Jerry Butler (Let It Be Me), Johnny Nash (Stir It Up), Ace (How L...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to d*******f for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Jazz Classics Albums  (109359)4489 - Jazz Classics Albums (109359)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three volumes from the golden age of jazz: 1) Brunswick Collectors' Series B-1007, "Chicago Jazz Classics" Benny Goodman and his boys...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to d*******f for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Baltimore Newspaper and Rockford Seminary Billheads  (104536)4490 - Baltimore Newspaper and Rockford Seminary Billheads (104536)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) "Our Newspaper" (yes, that is the name of the newspaper) prospectus and advertising billhead. 8.5 x 6. ""...entertaining, ins...
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Start Price : 30.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Agricultural Newspapers Leading Up to the Civil War  (120658)4491 - Agricultural Newspapers Leading Up to the Civil War (120658)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 22 agricultural newspapers, the "Boston Cultivator," with many articles and references to the Civil War throughout. The newspapers,...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 150.00
Sold to p*******x for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Miscellaneous US Newspapers  (113581)4492 - Miscellaneous US Newspapers (113581)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 3 different. Rough condition, but still valuable sources of information! Includes: Tacoma Morning Globe, Tacoma, Washington, Nov. 11, 1889; The
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Nevada Historical Newspapers (3)  (100034)4493 - Nevada Historical Newspapers (3) (100034)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1915 Walker Lake Bulletin, 1922 Mining Topics, 1916 Review Miner Date: Country if not USA: State: Nevada City: Provenance:
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Start Price : 40.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
 
 
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Sun Newspaper, Number 1  (113616)4494 - Sun Newspaper, Number 1 (113616)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Number 1. Published in New York, Tuesday, Sept., 3, 1833. Includes many notices about steamboats and vessels, as well as local police blotter and nati
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to j*******h for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Newspaper / The First Milk Jar  (102098)4495 - Newspaper / The First Milk Jar (102098)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Here is a really interesting newspaper article. It talks about how milk that was delivered previously, was not in good condition and " watered ...
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Start Price : 25.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Pyramid Lake Press Photographs  (115746)4496 - Pyramid Lake Press Photographs (115746)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) Set of 3 "Then & Now" 8x10" views, one from 1970 and two from 1984, all press photos. 2) Press photo of Catherine Dale Owens f...
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Start Price : 40.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Reno & Other Nevada Photos, c.1950s  (113569)4497 - Reno & Other Nevada Photos, c.1950s (113569)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 38 B&W photos, most dated on the reverse in the 1950s. Many show a street fair and parade in Reno. Others labelled as Ogden and Las Vegas...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to c********r.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Reno Original Photograph Group (4)  (110672)4498 - Reno Original Photograph Group (4) (110672)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four Reno Photographs, circa 1900: 1.) Panorama looking west with the Lake House, Virginia Street Bridge, UNR campus, circa 1900, 5 x 7, tear and edge
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
 
 
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University of Nevada and Reno Black & White Reproduction Photographs  (5)  (110671)4499 - University of Nevada and Reno Black & White Reproduction Photographs (5) (110671)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five 8 x 10 B&W Photographs of Reno, Nevada. Three form a panorama on the University of Nevada Reno campus and adjoining residential community ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to c********r.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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