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"March Madness" 2024 March Auction

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location3555 Airway Drive Suite 308, Reno, Nevada, 89511, United States

Auction Details

ATTENTION ALL BIDDERS!!!
DUE TO THE LIKELYHOOD OF A WIDESPREAD POWER OUTAGE IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND WESTERN NEVADA ON OUR ORIGINAL AUCTION DATES OF MARCH 2ND AND 3RD, AUCTION WILL BE MOVED TO THE FOLLOWING WEEKEND, MARCH 9TH AND 10TH.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING!!!

Welcome to Holabird’s March Timed Auction taking place on March 9th & 10th.
We are thrilled to present to you a captivating array of treasures spanning a multitude of categories, promising something special for every collector! With over two thousand lots carefully curated for your consideration, we invite you to join us for this fun sale!


Art (1000-1106)
General Foreign (1107-1126)
Spoons & Flatware (1163-1169)
Glassware & Bottles (1170-1208)
Saloon & Tobacciana (1209-1219)
General Collectibles (1217-1242)
Tools (1243-1249)
Native Americana (1250-1275)
Cowboy (1276-1284)
Firearms-Weapons (1285-1294)
Military (1295-1306)
Political (1307-1313)
Fraternal Organizations (1314-1320)
Firefighting Memorabilia (1321-1323)
Ephemera (Geographically Sorted) (1324-1382)
Musical & Entertainment (1383-1396)
Sports (1397-1409)
Photography (1410-1432)
World's Fair / Expositions (1433-1434)
Maps, Antique (1435-1443)
Toys (1444-1457)
Books (1458-1483)
Numismatics (1484-1537)
Tokens & Medals (1538-1595)
Ingots (1597-1599)
Minerals (1600-1622)
Mining (1623-1664)
Mining Stocks (1665-1776)
Philatelic - Postcards (2000-2061)
Covers (2062-2068)
Stamps (2069-2077)
Wells Fargo & Express (2078-2094)
Transportation - Auto, Railroad & More (2095-2160)
Stocks & Bonds - Railroad (2161-2200)
Stocks & Bonds - Marine & Steamship (2201-2213)
Stocks & Bonds - Various Categories Incl; Banking, Agriculture & More (2214-2786)
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Southwest Indian Talking Stick [178363]1102Southwest Indian Talking Stick [178363]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Southwestern Indian talking stick. Colorfully painted. Measure about 38" long. In nice condition with lizard painted on it. Please see photos f...
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to R*********r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Beaded Ear Rings and Finger Rings, 6 [177915]1103Beaded Ear Rings and Finger Rings, 6 [177915]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Matched pair of ear rings, 1" and 5 small finger rings. See photo.
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to r******W for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
Beaded Hat Bank [177914]1104Beaded Hat Bank [177914]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Hat band with white base with thunderbird and other pattern. See photo. 24" circular length.
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to m********r.. for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
Lakota Feathers Necklace & Earrings, Pipestone [170808]1105Lakota Feathers Necklace & Earrings, Pipestone [170808]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Feathers were carved by Lakota artist James Under Baggage from pipe stone. Feather charms measure about 1.5". The necklace is broken, but can...
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to y******1 for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Asian Carved Boxes [176417]1106Asian Carved Boxes [176417]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two black stone carved boxes, with removable tops. Gargoyle heads either end and a lion like figure on top. 6 inches long, 3 1/2 wide, 6 inches tall.
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Freshwater Pearl Animals (6) [176360]1107Freshwater Pearl Animals (6) [176360]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Freshwater pearl animal figures include five turtles measuring 4"x 3" and a rooster measuring 7"x 9". These are unique and beaut...
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to F*****a for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
Ruby & Gold Ring [172297]1108Ruby & Gold Ring [172297]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ruby ring (.42ct) in 14ct gold setting, with .10ct of diamonds. Ring is a size five (5). 3.0 grams Please see photos for more detail. Vernon Connect
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (425.00 + 106.25BP) = 531.25
Gold (10K) Blue Sapphire Ring [172296]1109Gold (10K) Blue Sapphire Ring [172296]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Gold ring with blue sapphire stone. 10K. Size nine (9). 5.3 grams. Please see photos for more details. Chunlin Zhu Collection
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (300.00 + 75.00BP) = 375.00
Mini Ichthyosaur Fossil and 22 Karat Gold Heart Shaped Pendant [176319]1110Mini Ichthyosaur Fossil and 22 Karat Gold Heart Shaped Pendant [176319]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Mini Ichthyosaur fossil heart shaped pendant, gold encased edges and Chinese symbol on back are 22 karat, fossil appears to be in slate, approx. 1.2...
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to F********1.. for (750.00 + 187.50BP) = 937.50
Fossil Cabochon [176320]1111Fossil Cabochon [176320]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fossil cabochon, appears to be on slate, approx. 1" x 1.75", from China Chunlin Zhu Collection
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to m**********d for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
Red Stone Cabochon [176317]1112Red Stone Cabochon [176317]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Red cabochon, appears to be red labradorite, five-point shape, approx. 1-1/4" x 1-1/8" Chunlin Zhu Collection
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to T********4 for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
Assorted Broken Bead Necklaces [178240]1113Assorted Broken Bead Necklaces [178240]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Broken bead necklaces. Perfect for the crafter. Please see photos for more details.
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to m*********4 for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
Bolo Collection, 4 [177916]1114Bolo Collection, 4 [177916]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
4 bolo ties. Etched horse on wood 1.5x1.75", brown oval stone 1.25x2", white metal 2x1.5", white metal acorn 1.5x1.5".
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 6******n for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
Jewelry Grab Bag [178185]1115Jewelry Grab Bag [178185]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Miscellaneous jewelry from Holabird inventory: three wrist watches; a pendant watch; three stickpins, (possibly gold); a small folding knife; a thimbl
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to d******3 for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
Shell Necklaces (2) [178239]1116Shell Necklaces (2) [178239]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two shell necklaces. One measures about 32", the other, about 40". Please see photos for more details.
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Shell Necklaces (2) [178243]1117Shell Necklaces (2) [178243]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Shell necklaces. each measuring about 40". In nice condition. Please see photos for more details.
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Ceramic Bead Necklaces (2) [178247]1118Ceramic Bead Necklaces (2) [178247]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ceramic bead necklaces (2). One measures about 40", the other about 28". Both in nice condition. Please see photos for more details.
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to m*********4 for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
Ceramic Bead Necklaces (4) [178242]1119Ceramic Bead Necklaces (4) [178242]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ceramic bead necklaces (4). They measure 26", 28", 30" & 28". All are in nice condition. Please see photos for more details.
Estimate : 120.00 - 180.00
Sold to p********1 for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
Ceramic Necklaces (3) [178241]1120Ceramic Necklaces (3) [178241]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ceramic necklaces (3), including one measuring 56", one 26" and one 28". All three in good condition. Please see photos for more deta...
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to p********1 for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
Ceramic Necklaces-small (2) [178244]1121Ceramic Necklaces-small (2) [178244]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Smaller bead ceramic necklaces (2). One measures 32", the other, 30". Both in good condition. Please see photos for more details.
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to r****z for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
Wrist Watches (22) [176410]1122Wrist Watches (22) [176410]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 22 wrist watches, all styles and varieties. Two without bands.
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 0*******a for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
Cameo & Pinback Assortment (A lot) [178248]1123Cameo & Pinback Assortment (A lot) [178248]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Cameos and pinbacks (Over 20 or so). Please see photos for more details. Bracken Estate
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to M*********n for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
July 4th Breast Pins Vintage [178367]1124July 4th Breast Pins Vintage [178367]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A few dozen vintage breast pins, celebrating July 4th. Please see photos for more details. MacKenzie Collection
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to t******2 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
Pin Back & Badge Grab Bag [178224]1125Pin Back & Badge Grab Bag [178224]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A bonanza of pin backs and badges from celebrations, organizations and just plain old self promotion. Some examples include the Reno Film Festival, Th
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to s*******s for (15.00 + 3.08BP) = 18.08
Sterling Silver Eyeglass Case/Gold Rim Glasses [177933]1126Sterling Silver Eyeglass Case/Gold Rim Glasses [177933]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Engraved W. G. King / Seattle, sterling silver glass case 5 x 2 inches; round eyeglasses with gold frame. Vintage.
Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
Sold to j******g for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
Magnifying Glass, Unusual, c. 1870-90 [177716]1127Magnifying Glass, Unusual, c. 1870-90 [177716]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Unusual c. 1870-90 folding magnifying glass, possibly a shell exterior. Some degradation at clasp, 2.75x2".
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to T********4 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
Businessman's Desk Drawer Contents c1930s [177575]1128Businessman's Desk Drawer Contents c1930s [177575]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Croquill pen with 14K gold? tip in case, 2 wood folding rulers, 10" wax sealer stick in 3 pieces. Sterling cowboy keeper box, 1.75x1.75". ...
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to I*****w for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Desk Top Ink Set. c. 1880 [177625]1129Desk Top Ink Set. c. 1880 [177625]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
c. 1880 desk top ink set with 2 clear ink bottles. Lid embossed T M H, from the estate of W H Holabird.
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to r*****r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Ink Bottles, 6 [176355]1130Ink Bottles, 6 [176355]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
6 ink bottles. Light blue with lip chips. Amber. Clear cube. 3 brown. Reed Collection.
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to r*****r for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
Avon After Shave Bottles (17) c1970 [116727]1131Avon After Shave Bottles (17) c1970 [116727]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 17 Avon Men's After-Shave Bottles in original boxes, plus two without box (including cobalt blue fishing reel). c1970s.
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 40.00 - 120.00
Bone Tooth Brush Handles, 3 [178020]1132Bone Tooth Brush Handles, 3 [178020]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1 whole and 2 partial bone toothbrush handles dug up in Virginia City. 2.75-6.25". Virginia City Nevada
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to s********v.. for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
Jewsbury & Brown Tooth Paste Ceramic Container [176344]1133Jewsbury & Brown Tooth Paste Ceramic Container [176344]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Oriental Tooth Paste/Jewsbury & Brown/Manchester England. Black on white ceramic. 1.75x2.75". .4" crack/base chip, please inspect. ...
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to l******8 for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
Victorian Chatelaine [176397]1134Victorian Chatelaine [176397]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A decorative belt hook, worn at the waist, with three chains: two awls and tweezers. Eleven inches long. The guide book for the subject is called: &...
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to s********v.. for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
Geneva Hand Fluter [177795]1135Geneva Hand Fluter [177795]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Geneva Hand Fluter. Used during the Victorian era for putting pleats and flute folds in various pieces of wardrobe. It comes in two parts and measures
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to C*****r for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
Fur Shawl [91344]1136Fur Shawl [91344]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fur Shawl, Short Nap, Medium Brown Fur. Approx 43" length, 5.5" wide. 3 pieces are sewn together and has a soft lining of velvet. Hook &am...
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Chinese Jacket & Pants [139652]1137Chinese Jacket & Pants [139652]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two vintage pieces of Chinese womens clothing. Traditional black and white pants, 46-inch waist and 38 inches long. Small sized salmon colored jacket
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Vintage Armenian Metal Belt [176398]1138Vintage Armenian Metal Belt [176398]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Thirty three inch long, one inch wide metal belt with 16 pictorial links, we believe depicting the town of Vanadzor.
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to R*********r for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
Shoe Trees in Matched Pairs, 8, Vintage [177661]1139Shoe Trees in Matched Pairs, 8, Vintage [177661]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
8 pairs of matched mostly wood shoe trees, c. 1920-60.
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to r******d for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Umbrella Pair [177833]1140Umbrella Pair [177833]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
2 umbrellas with wood handles. Raines 36". Unmarked older with carved handle 41". Bracken Estate
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Western Ladies Belts with Conchos, Vintage Pair [177918]1141Western Ladies Belts with Conchos, Vintage Pair [177918]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pair of vintage ladies belts with conchos. 33" with braid on back, 41" with broken leather buckle end, please inspect.
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Men's Felt Hat Pair [178341]1142Men's Felt Hat Pair [178341]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Gray Stetson, Indiana Jones 7 3/8, brown Beaver size 7.
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to R*****6 for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
Boy and Girl with Birdcages Figurine Pair [178054]1143Boy and Girl with Birdcages Figurine Pair [178054]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
c. 1900-20 pair of boy and girl figurines holding wood birdcages. Marked with cobalt line on base. 6".
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Boys and Lady Figurine Trio [178058]1144Boys and Lady Figurine Trio [178058]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
3 c. 1910 figurines. 2 boy, mirror imaged, 5.5" Lady carrying 2 vessels, 6.25".
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to t********n for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Ceramic Boy and Girl Figurines [178056]1145Ceramic Boy and Girl Figurines [178056]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Sitting girl, and boy and girl figurines. c. 1900. About 6.5". Sitting child in pair has a missing foot and base is uneven. Please inspect.
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Ceramic Piggy Banks, 9 Small [178036]1146Ceramic Piggy Banks, 9 Small [178036]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
9 small modern, about 2x3", ceramic piggy banks. Piggy banks were popular coin keepers for hundreds of years.
Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
Sold to r*****r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Girls and Boy Ceramic Figurines, 4 [178052]1147Girls and Boy Ceramic Figurines, 4 [178052]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
3 girls and 1 boy ceramic figurines, about 4.5".
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
Cherub Figurine Pair [178053]1148Cherub Figurine Pair [178053]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pair of 7" ceramic cherub figurines. Marked with a blue crown over N on backbase. One with flowers in a horn has crudely repaired base and neck...
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Baroque/Rococo Style Cherub/Angel Mantel Clock [172294]1149Baroque/Rococo Style Cherub/Angel Mantel Clock [172294]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Reminiscent of Dresden. Ornate Ceramic/Porcelain mantel clock with pendulum. Hand-painted, gilt accents, Cherubs and Allegorical Ladies playing music
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to b*****4 for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
Ceramic Lamps (2) [172295]1150Ceramic Lamps (2) [172295]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Baroque/Rococo Style Cherub/Angel Lamps. A pair of very opulent appearing ceramic lamps. They measure 10"x 33" and have no maker's mar...
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to b*****4 for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
Lamp on Marble Base, Antique [178110]1151Lamp on Marble Base, Antique [178110]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Antique electric lamp on marble base. Light blue and floral pattern on body. 21" tall with shade. Some brown residue on base.
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to b*****4 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75