Auction Details
Six day Auction, September 25, 26, 27 and October 2, 3, 4, 2015.
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3149First Flight Covers: Las Vegas and Death ValleyHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of five. Includes: Hughes Airwest Inaugural Flight Lake Havasu City (1972); Furnace Creek Inn to Las Vegas (through Death Valley); Apache Hotel, L
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 9*****F for (65.00 + 13.00BP) = 78.00
3150First Trip Cover CollectionHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 17 sealed "first trip" covers. Includes: Berryville & Little Rock, Stockton & Fresno (two trips), Salt Lake City & Ric...
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 9*****F for (100.00 + 20.00BP) = 120.00
3151South Pacific 1st Flight CoversHolabird Western Americana Collections
Group includes five covers. One has great illustration of plane flying over Guantanamo Bay. (Prag Collection)
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HWAC#: : 31633
Estimate : 120.00 - 250.00
Sold to 9*****F for (90.00 + 18.00BP) = 108.00
3152South Pacific First FlightHolabird Western Americana Collections
Three covers; 2 to new Zealand and 1 to Honolulu. (Prag Collection)
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HWAC#: : 31634
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 9*****F for (250.00 + 50.00BP) = 300.00
3153General Cover CollectionHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 31 miscellaneous covers. Earliest is 1904 SF Examiner cover. Latest is 1978 Moffat Tunnel anniversary cover. Eleven Wells Fargo and Adams Expre
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to 9*****F for (70.00 + 14.00BP) = 84.00
3154Hong Kong to SF First FlightHolabird Western Americana Collections
Nice collection of four different "First Flight" covers. (Prag Collection)
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Date: 1937
HWAC#: : 31641
Estimate : 120.00 - 250.00
Sold to 9*****F for (350.00 + 70.00BP) = 420.00
3155Illustrated Military-Themed CoversHolabird Western Americana Collections
11 different illustrated military-themed covers. Four have U.S. Frigate Constitution cancels (1933-1947, Seattle, Balboa, Boston) and have illustratio
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 9*****F for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
3156Original 1c Stamp ArtworkHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 6: stamp art work, 1 cent US Postage surround with intricate scroll work. Appears to be proofs of the original Ben Franklin postage stamp, with
Estimate : 200.00 - 600.00
Sold to 9*****F for (170.00 + 34.00BP) = 204.00
3157Postcards Featuring Post Office Mail Carriers & VehiclesHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 24 postcards that show mail carriers, boats, wagons, etc. Two cards (1907 cancels) show early mail cars being used in Milwaukee. Nine feature m
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 9*****F for (190.00 + 38.00BP) = 228.00
3158Postcards Featuring US Post OfficesHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 17 early postcards featuring post offices across the U.S. Includes 3 postcards about tiny post offices (RPC of De Luz, CA; RPC of Mtn. Ranch, C
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 9*****F for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
3159Foreign Postcards with Single StampsHolabird Western Americana Collections
While the other two lots have cards with illustrations of many foreign stamps, these early foreign postcards only have illustrations of single stamps.
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d******0 for (30.00 + 6.90BP) = 36.90
3160Postcards Featuring World Stamp IllustrationsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 16 different postcards that feature illustrations of stamps from around the world. French, German, American, and Monaco. Six were mailed. Pleas
Estimate : 50.00 - 70.00
Sold to 9*****F for (15.00 + 3.00BP) = 18.00
3161Southern Express Co. EphemeraHolabird Western Americana Collections
One piece is framed from 1875. Also included is a cover from Southern Express (1899) with letter and a C. O. D cover (1919).
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d******0 for (65.00 + 14.95BP) = 79.95
3162Stamps of the United States on PostcardsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Eight early postcards featuring illustrations of U.S. stamps. Two different types: one mailed 1908 with illustration of Lincoln and Washington stamps,
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 9*****F for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
3163Stamps of the World on PostcardsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Large collection of 68 early postcards that all feature illustrations of stamps from around the world. Colorful, artistic and informational. Countries
Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to 9*****F for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
3164Trans Pacific CoversHolabird Western Americana Collections
Two different covers with maps. (Prag Collection)
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HWAC#: : 31639
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 9*****F for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
3165US Postal CoversHolabird Western Americana Collections
Over 100 postal covers: over 80 First Day of Issue Covers from 1948- 1960s; 20 covers from the 19th century.
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HWAC#: : 29025
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to 9*****F for (100.00 + 20.00BP) = 120.00
3167Tables of the Value of Gold and Silver (by SF Assayer)Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rare original book by Thomas Price, "Tables of the Value of Gold and Silver per Troy Ounce". Bullion Rooms, Assay Office, Chemical laborat...
Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
3168Memorandum of Gold BullionHolabird Western Americana Collections
A gold bullion memorandum from Kellogg and Humbert's Assay office in San Francisco, by Caghill(?) & Co. for 101 ounces of raw material, 90 o...
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to v*********m for (100.00 + 23.00BP) = 123.00
3169Rare Assay Certificate for Buxton Mill (Dakota Territory)Holabird Western Americana Collections
Buxton Mill Assay Office, Sept. 18, 1886. The Steward Mining Company (Mr. Clark) has left ore valued at $16.53 (gold) and $5.20 (silver). Signed by th
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to p********n for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
3171Marvelous 1881 letter from the US Assay Office to PV JacksonHolabird Western Americana Collections
RB Harrison, assayer in charge, writes to tell Jackson of Sterling, Montana that returns and cash for $381.36 for a gold deposit is enclosed. Just inc
Start Price : 150.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 450.00
3172Carson City Warrant Issued to Comstock AssayerHolabird Western Americana Collections
Illustrated State Controller's Warrant issued on Feb. 10, 1886 to F.E. Fielding for $150 for "salary as assayer" during Nov.-Dec. 1885...
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to G*****N for (40.00 + 9.20BP) = 49.20
3174Syracuse Smelting Works IngotHolabird Western Americana Collections
Ingot reads: Syracuse Smelting Works on top and the bottom is stamped with "Government Genuine," "Alloyed Under the Stanley Process,&...
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to i*********1 for (150.00 + 34.50BP) = 184.50
3175Early Taylor Gold MouldHolabird Western Americana Collections
250 ounce gold mould from John Taylor & Co. of San Francisco. embossed on the lip with the size and name. Very fine. Sharp cornered base with ro...
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 9*****F for (275.00 + 55.00BP) = 330.00
3176Original Touchstone Needles for assaying, RAREHolabird Western Americana Collections
This is the first set we ave ever offered for auction. Needles are numbered 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14,1 6,1 8, and 20. A simpler method for determining gold
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 9*****F for (350.00 + 70.00BP) = 420.00
3177Prospecting and Assaying KitsHolabird Western Americana Collections
Three items, an assaying kit in a wood box with 2 boxes of chemicals (untouched), and two ultraviolet lights from the 1950's for prospecting. Th...
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to 9*****F for (170.00 + 34.00BP) = 204.00
3178California Miner's ScaleHolabird Western Americana Collections
A complete, old California miner's scale used to weigh out gold. The outside box has been warn down where words cannot be made out, however the...
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 8*****l for (200.00 + 46.00BP) = 246.00
3179Two Miners Scales (Gold Rush)Holabird Western Americana Collections
A Maigis 50g balance scale in a wooden box, and a Braun-knecht-Heimann Company (BKH) miners scale in a tin box from San Francisco from the Gold Rush p
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to e*****3 for (160.00 + 36.80BP) = 196.80
3180Cal Gold Rush Miners ScalesHolabird Western Americana Collections
Gold Rush scales in blue thin metal box with eagle on top. we usually see these in green, red or orange boxes. Inside is the typical orange. Scale plu
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to g*********1 for (190.00 + 38.00BP) = 228.00
3181Gold Miners ScaleHolabird Western Americana Collections
A versatile red pocket scale decorated with laurels and an eagle that was used by a gold miner during the California gold rush dating back to the mid
Estimate : 350.00 - 500.00
Sold to v********s for (175.00 + 40.25BP) = 215.25
3182Gold Rush Pocket ScaleHolabird Western Americana Collections
Pocket scale in a metal box with three tiny weights plus 2 nested weight sets.
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HWAC#: : 28479
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to 9*****H for (180.00 + 36.00BP) = 216.00
3183High Quality Quartz From Coleman, ArakansasHolabird Western Americana Collections
9 pieces of very beautiful nice high quality quartz from Coleman, Arkansas. The pieces range in length from 1.75 inches up to about 4.25 inches. Very
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
3184Bodie Gold Ore, Visible GoldHolabird Western Americana Collections
One of the richest pieces, about 3" x 1" x 2". matched pair gold ore specimens from the Goodshaw vein. The raw ore specimens were cut...
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to T*********t for (650.00 + 149.50BP) = 799.50
3185Bodie High Grade Gold OreHolabird Western Americana Collections
Four unmatched pieces of gold ore specimens from the Goodshaw vein. The raw ore specimens were cut in half, showing the native gold in banded quartz.
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to e*****3 for (450.00 + 103.50BP) = 553.50
3186Bodie High Grade Gold Ore, Goodshaw VeinHolabird Western Americana Collections
Two matched pair gold ore specimens from the Goodshaw vein. The raw ore specimens were cut in half, showing the native gold in banded quartz. The ore
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to e*****3 for (425.00 + 97.75BP) = 522.75
3187Large Gold in Quartz from BodieHolabird Western Americana Collections
Matched pair gold ore specimens from the Goodshaw vein. The raw ore specimens were cut in half, showing the native gold in banded quartz. The ore assa
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to D******a for (400.00 + 80.00BP) = 480.00
3188Large Native Gold in Quartz, BodieHolabird Western Americana Collections
Larger specimen, with two cuts exposing vein structure and gold from the Goodshaw vein. The raw ore specimens were cut in thirds, showing the native g
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to D******a for (425.00 + 85.00BP) = 510.00
3189Matched Pair High Grade Bodie GoldHolabird Western Americana Collections
Two matched pair gold ore specimens from the Goodshaw vein. The raw ore specimens were cut in half, showing the native gold in banded quartz. The ore
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to e*****3 for (400.00 + 92.00BP) = 492.00
3190Native gold in Quartz Vein, Goodshaw VeinHolabird Western Americana Collections
Two matched pair gold ore specimens from the Goodshaw vein. The raw ore specimens were cut in half, showing the native gold in banded quartz. The ore
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to D******a for (400.00 + 80.00BP) = 480.00
3191Gold in Quartz NecklaceHolabird Western Americana Collections
Stunning gold in white quartz necklace. 18". Five cabochons of gold quartz consisting of two matched pairs surrounding a center piece. The out...
Start Price : 1,500.00 | Estimate : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
3192Grass Valley Gold-in-Quartz specimen 1Holabird Western Americana Collections
These next five lots all contain gold-in-quartz. They are antique and come from a jewelers archive to be used for gold quartz jewelry.
This first
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to e*****3 for (1,600.00 + 368.00BP) = 1,968.00
3193Grass Valley Gold-in-Quartz specimen 2Holabird Western Americana Collections
This sliver of gold-in-quartz is perfect for the person who wants to show a rich vein of gold and doesn't want to spend a thousand dollars!
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to i*********1 for (475.00 + 109.25BP) = 584.25
3193bGrass Valley Gold-in-Quartz specimen 2bHolabird Western Americana Collections
This gold-in-quartz is perfect for the person who wants to show a rich vein of gold and doesn't want to spend a thousand dollars! Aprox. 1 Troy...
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to i*********1 for (500.00 + 115.00BP) = 615.00
3194Grass Valley Gold-in-Quartz specimen 3Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a great specimen. Weighing in at 97 grams, it shows a strong gold presence in a natural form and where it has been cut to begin the process of
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to i*********1 for (4,000.00 + 920.00BP) = 4,920.00
3195Grass Valley Gold-in-Quartz specimen 4Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is another cut piece weighing in at 88 grams. The gold in this specimen is particularly strong and would have made a marvelous piece of jewelry!
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to i*********1 for (2,900.00 + 667.00BP) = 3,567.00
3196Grass Valley Gold-in-Quartz specimen 5Holabird Western Americana Collections
The last piece of gold-in-quart cut jewelry stone. The specimen weighs in at 124 grams and, like the others, shows a strong presence of gold running t
Estimate : 4,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to e*****3 for (3,200.00 + 736.00BP) = 3,936.00
3197Australian Gold NuggetHolabird Western Americana Collections
0.81 troy ounces. Approx. 1.5" x 0.75". Very attractive!
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HWAC#: : 28609
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to i*********1 for (2,100.00 + 483.00BP) = 2,583.00