"March Madness" 2024 March Auction

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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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Greiner Kelley Mini Mercury Jug [177447]1202 - Greiner Kelley Mini Mercury Jug [177447]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Partially reconstructed slope shoulder 1 LB. Mercury/Greiner-Kelly/Drug Co.,/Sherman,--Tex. Possibly the only known example. About 60% present, see ph
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to B********W.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Bitters Bottle Pair [177912]1203 - Bitters Bottle Pair [177912]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Clear Kennedy's/East India Bitters/Iler & Co/Omaha Neb, Ring-Ham K-26, 9"-molding issue on front above Iler, not a crack. Dark green Hu...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
 
 
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Bottle Assortment, 9 [178114]1204 - Bottle Assortment, 9 [178114]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
9 assorted bottles. The best are the 2 small J H Ralston/S. F. and Anchor Drug/San Francisco. Small light lime with pontil base. Amber paper label lim
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to M*********n for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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Bromo Seltzer Kit [176343]1205 - Bromo Seltzer Kit [176343]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Bromo Seltzer kit with cobalt bottle. Reed Collection.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to M*********n for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Collector's Guide of Flasks & Bottles -Rare! [176312]1206 - Collector's Guide of Flasks & Bottles -Rare! [176312]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
"Collector's Guide of Flasks and Bottles," rare, cloth bound book, by Charles McMurray, self published, c. 1927, 170 p., spine issue, ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to C*****r for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Drug Store Label Collection, 100 [177824]1207 - Drug Store Label Collection, 100 [177824]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 100 small drug store bottle labels in unused condition. See photos. Ken Prag Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to s********v.. for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Miscellaneous Glass Book Trio [176316]1208 - Miscellaneous Glass Book Trio [176316]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Group of three miscellaneous glass books, all in good condition: "Whitall, Tatum & Co. 1880 - The American Historical Catalog Collection&qu...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to C*****r for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Gold King Beer Wood Case [176471]1209 - Gold King Beer Wood Case [176471]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Gold King Beer wood case with 6 generic amber beer bottles. 10x20x13". 14 lbs. Top clasp loose, overall signs of use. Oklahoma City Oklahoma ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to G*****r for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Beer Scrapers c1895 (2) [176346]1210 - Beer Scrapers c1895 (2) [176346]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pair of vintage Colorado beer scrapers, c. 1890s-1910 Unmarked, heavily used with curve, .75x7.75". Longmont Bottling Works, Longmont, Colo. .6...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to D**********e for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Nick Kessler Portrait Print [172883]1211 - Nick Kessler Portrait Print [172883]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Portrait print of Nick Kessler by E G Williams and Bro, NY. 9.25x6.5""The Kessler Brewing Company -- originally the Ten Mile Brewery -- wa...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Sacramento Saloon Advertising Card: Canada Saloon [171752]1212 - Sacramento Saloon Advertising Card: Canada Saloon [171752]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The Canada Saloon was a 19th century establishment on the corner of K and Fifth streets. A. Paquin was the proprietor. c1885. 2.75 x 4.25". Ho...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to T********4 for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Saloon Documents (2)1886-1912 [173882]1213 - Saloon Documents (2)1886-1912 [173882]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) 1886 P. Scherer Company selling agents for Pure Malt Whiskey. From Chicago and addressed to Dillion. 2) Western Union telegram to Bateman & S...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Billiards Ephemera Pair [177662]1214 - Billiards Ephemera Pair [177662]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
City Billiards, Lewiston, MT advertising card with chain forming the man's head, 5.5x3.25". 1899 McConihe Hubbell trade notice of ball avai...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Tobacco Trade Cards (About 35) [176922]1215 - Tobacco Trade Cards (About 35) [176922]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Cigarette trade cards (About 35). These are from Carreras Ltd, John Player & Sons and Wills's Cigarettes. Some cards have an Alice in Wonder...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to w**********e for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
 
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Cigar Box Vintage Label and Sign Collection [177677]1216 - Cigar Box Vintage Label and Sign Collection [177677]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 20 vintage cigar box labels, 2 paper signs and plug cut small sack. See photo. MacKenzie Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 140.00
Sold to b*******n for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Pioneer Metal Drinking Cup [178345]1217 - Pioneer Metal Drinking Cup [178345]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Collapsable white metal pioneer dring cup, 2.5x2.25".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to T********4 for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Joe Mackie's Star Paper Placemats, 20 [178350]1218 - Joe Mackie's Star Paper Placemats, 20 [178350]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 20 legendary Joe Mackie's Star paper place mats, 10x14". Winnemucca Nevada
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to R********v.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Baskets with Lids (15) [173174]1219 - Baskets with Lids (15) [173174]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful oval baskets in light brownish color with lids 11" wide 7" wide 2" tall in original wrapping from China 2005. DEALERS A...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
Sold to t********f for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Merchants Biscuit "Bon Bon" Tin [174082]1220 - Merchants Biscuit "Bon Bon" Tin [174082]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The Merchants Biscuit Co., Denver Chocolate Bon Bon galvanized tin. 10.5x10.5x10.5". Lid wrinkle. Reed Collection. Denver Colorado
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to R*******e for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Trays & Boxes Vintage! (10) [178119]1221 - Trays & Boxes Vintage! (10) [178119]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 10 vintage collectible boxes and trays. Various sizes, see photo.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to 8*****M for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Wooden Pantry Buckets (3) [178362]1222 - Wooden Pantry Buckets (3) [178362]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Wood pantry buckets. They measure 5"x 9", 10"x 13" and 9"x 9" with lid. They're in nice condition. Please see phot...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to l******8 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Wooden Box Pair [178118]1223 - Wooden Box Pair [178118]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Partial paper label Rose Brand Apples wood box, 10x12x20". Kroger Dairy, 6.5x9.5x13.5". Bracken Estate
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Midwestern Wood Boxes, c.1890-1920 (5) [172997]1224 - Midwestern Wood Boxes, c.1890-1920 (5) [172997]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Collection of coffee and tea items. 6 jars, 6 tins-tiny to 10", 2 paper bags, 2 advertising cards. See photo. Gary Bracken Collection ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to M*********n for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Wood Barrel, Vintage [177835]1225 - Wood Barrel, Vintage [177835]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage wood barrel assembled with 2 hoops and wires. 18x10". Bottom hoop rust, top of 1 stave loose. Bracken Estate
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
 
 
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Antique Butter Churn [176371]1226 - Antique Butter Churn [176371]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Butter churn, wood 20" tall. Comes with churners, paddle and wood mallet. Churn metal ring loose, but can bee easily repaired. Please see phot...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to p********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Rocking Chair Wood Rockers [156057]1227 - Rocking Chair Wood Rockers [156057]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two 19th century fancy wood rocking chair bases. 35" with signs of use.
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Shaker Chairs, Set of 5 [168078]1228 - Shaker Chairs, Set of 5 [168078]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Set of 5 c. mid 1700's original paint and construction Shaker wood chairs. Mostly green with yellow and black accents. Fruit pattern on seating ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to m*******q for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Carson City Reflective Sign [178212]1229 - Carson City Reflective Sign [178212]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A 5"x 51" wood sign spelling out Carson City. It appears to be a more modern day fence board with reflector letters. Please see photos for...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to f********a.. for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Goldfield Reflective Sign [178211]1230 - Goldfield Reflective Sign [178211]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A 5"x 43" wood sign spelling out Goldfield. It appears to be a more modern day fence board with reflector letters. Please see photos for m...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to f********a.. for (65.00 + 16.25BP) = 81.25
 
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Foam Core Boards 40x60 (23) [176406]1231 - Foam Core Boards 40x60 (23) [176406]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Foam core board, original box, 40 x 60 inches. An original box of Elmer's classic white foam core board, approximately 23 in original box, ready...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Colorado Collectible Group, 5 [174081]1232 - Colorado Collectible Group, 5 [174081]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
5 different Colorado collectibles. Pride of the Rockies calendar metal clipboard 6.5x3.5". Denver porcelain deck of cards holder with lid 4.5x3...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to M*********n for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Mitchell & Egbers Drug Company Seal [174077]1233 - Mitchell & Egbers Drug Company Seal [174077]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
c. 1898-1915 The Michell & Egbers Drug Company/Seal corporate sealer. Smooth working mechanism. 10.75". Reed Collection. Canon City Color...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to p****s for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Metropolitan Drug Co. Corporate Sealer  [176345]1234 - Metropolitan Drug Co. Corporate Sealer [176345]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Black with red and gold paint highlights. The Metropolitan Drug Company/Seal/Colorado. c. 1909-15. They did not have their own drug bottles. 8.25&qu...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to p****s for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Early Mercantile Items (7) [177972]1235 - Early Mercantile Items (7) [177972]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Mercantile items from late 19th to early 20th centuries, including two wood match wall mounted dispensers, a Bank of Cherokee paper weight, an empty...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 180.00
Sold to M*********n for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Colorado Advertising Mirrors [176226]1236 - Colorado Advertising Mirrors [176226]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of three, two advertising mirrors and a whetstone: 1) Waterman's Pharmacy, Sterling; rectangular,73 x 54 mm. 2) Thebus Pharmacy, 1611 Tremon...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to D********s.. for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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Americana Collection [178276]1237 - Americana Collection [178276]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Odds and ends from the MacKenzie collection. Bottle labels, vintage magazine advertisements, Magellan map art in bulk, aviation labels, clothing, trad
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to m*****H for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Americana Grab Box [178111]1238 - Americana Grab Box [178111]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 15 pieces of assorted Americana etc. Hasburg's and Pan Tree boxes. Elvis Presley Jailhouse Rock 7" 45 rpm, 1980 World Series program,...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to r*****r for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Americana Assortment [178117]1239 - Americana Assortment [178117]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Assortment of Americana including postcards, 1992-93 Fleer basketball cards, Humboldt County, NV stock warrants, 3" stone sphere, Soldiers'...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to R********v.. for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Security Bank & Trust Co. Keys [177697]1240 - Security Bank & Trust Co. Keys [177697]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two keys folded up in a black plastic container advertising Security Bank & Trust Co. / Ponce City, Oklahoma / Capital surplus, profits $500,000...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to M*********n for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Strongbox Keys (2) on Metal Holder [177576]1241 - Strongbox Keys (2) on Metal Holder [177576]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
2 strong box keys on 2.25x7" oval holder. Bracken Estate
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 120.00
Sold to c***7 for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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Padlock -Smokehouse Style-VERY LARGE! [178225]1242 - Padlock -Smokehouse Style-VERY LARGE! [178225]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
c.1860-1880 Very Large Smokehouse type Antique Padlock in made from a white metal alloy with brass key hole cover and fittings. 4"x 6" ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to a*******7 for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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Keystone Hand Corn Planter [176370]1243 - Keystone Hand Corn Planter [176370]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Keystone hand corn planter. It measures 34" and looks to be a nice wood finish. The seed bucket still operates. Please see photos for more deta...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to p********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Bar Arm Balance, c1875 [121127]1244 - Bar Arm Balance, c1875 [121127]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Antique bar arm scale. Manufacturers name in white stencil paint difficult to read. New York circular "approved" decal on one end. Circa 1...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 180.00
Sold to J*******r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Wall Thermometer Pair & a Scale, Rusty [178116]1245 - Wall Thermometer Pair & a Scale, Rusty [178116]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
2 rusty wall thermometers with face issues, about 9" and a rusty Hanson dairy scale, 11x8". Please inspect. Bracken Estate
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Rug Beaters (3) [176366]1246 - Rug Beaters (3) [176366]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rug beaters, possibly from the 19th century. They are each about 32" long, have wood handles and metal beater surface. They are great as wall d...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to p****s for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Electric Wire Meter 1930s [176369]1247 - Electric Wire Meter 1930s [176369]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Electric wire meter from the 1930s. Mounted on wood frame, it measures 24"x 43". It is in decent condition for its age and should make a n...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to 3******f for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Tool Advertising Ephemera (40) [177725]1248 - Tool Advertising Ephemera (40) [177725]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 40 pieces of tool advertising ephemera. Brookstone, Klein, torch, Starrett, Stanley, Wallace, Maydol, Pexto etc. See photo. Large ads have tatte
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to R********v.. for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Metal Detector Finds  [177758]1249 - Metal Detector Finds [177758]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a lot is of metal detector finds that include several horse shoes, spoons, an open-end wrench at 3/4 in. X 5/8 in., a livestock bell, two door
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 20.00 - 30.00
 
 
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Stone Axes from Colorado (3) [178135]1250 - Stone Axes from Colorado (3) [178135]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This lot has three stone axes from Colorado. Two are 3/4 grooved and one is polished, has full circle grooves and a rounded pall. 3.5 in.- 4.0 in. Fr
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to w**********e for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Double -Bitted Axe  -  Kansas [161140]1251 - Double -Bitted Axe - Kansas [161140]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This double-bitted axe is from Chase County, Kansas on the Cottonwood River. It measures 4 in./ 102 mm. This one follows the bowtie shape with a thick
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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