AUCTION  / 

October 2017 Premier Auction

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location3555 Airway Drive Suite 309, Reno, Nevada, 89511, United States

Auction Details

This 5-day sale features 2,900 lots in multiple collecting categories including Mining, Minerals, Native Americana, Bottles, Gaming, Cowboy, Tokens, Numismatics, Railroad & Express, Postal History & Philatelic, Firearms & Military, and General Americana.

Highlights include:

*Gold, gold & silver ore, & choice mineral specimens from around the world

*a wide variety of mining collectibles including artifacts, stock certificates, photographs, and ephemera

*choice Native Americana from a prominent collection including Western baskets, projectile points, Navajo Pottery, jewelry, a Kachina Collection, and a Pacific NW bone, ivory & carved stone collection

*Bottles and antique glass including the Shamberger Saratoga Mineral Water Collection, Saloon back bar bottles, Western sodas and whiskies, Nevada embossed bottles, and an Insulator Collection

*Cowboy collectibles including a branding iron collection and cowboy postcards

*Tokens & Medals including Tombstone, Arizona, Alaska, California, Nevada Tokens & key tags, Fort tokens, So-Called Dollar collection feat. Bryan Money, Encased Cents, and US & Mining Medals

*Numismatics including Colorado silver coinage (a new discovery), Salt Lake City National Bank Note Collection, Nevada National Bank Notes, Assay incl. a rare assayer ingot and & Comstock assay documents

*Railroad stocks, bonds, keys, locks, and reference libraries

*Wells Fargo & Other Express collectibles incl. a rare Wells Fargo gold medal

*Postal history including first flights, first day covers, and revenue stamped documents

*A selection of antique firearms and swords

*Political collectibles feat. a Theodore Roosevelt button collection

*General Americana with strong Colorado, Montana, and Nevada sections including Shamberger Photograph Collection of Nevada Mining Camps and a large selection of Colorado stereoviews

*A special Dealer Section featuring large lots of mining, railroad, & other stocks, bonds, and postcards

                                          Auction Schedule

Day 1, Thursday, October 19, 2017 (Lots 1000-1666)
            Minerals (1000-1179)
                        Gold (1000-1013)
                        Ore, Gem, & Mineral Specimens  (1014-1179)
 
            Mining (1180-1666)
                        Candlesticks (1180-1188)
                        Explosives (1189-1198)
                        Mine Lighting (Carbide, Oil, Safety) (1199-1216)
                        Hard Goods (1217-1224)
                        Books (1225-1259)
                        Stocks, Checks, & Other Ephemera  (1260-1666)
 
 
Day 2, Friday, October 20, 2017 (Lots 2000-2576)
            Native Americana (2000-2268)
                        Southwest
                                    Art (2000-2026)
                                    Baskets (2027-2037)
                                    Beadwork (2038-2056)
                                    Moccasins (2057-2064)
                                    Rugs & Jewelry (2065-2071)
                                    Kachinas (2072-2099)
                                    Pottery (2100-2170)
                                    Tools & Other (2171-2181)
                        Northwest
                                    Animal tools/art (2182-2189)
                                    Clothing & Moccasins (2190-2197)
                                    Ivory Art & Tools (2198-2211)
                                    Sculptures (2212-2226)
                                    Tools & Other (2227-2232)
                        Nat. Amer. Books (2233-2268)
 
            Bottles & Glass (2269-2498)
                        Bitters, Poisons, Medicines (2269-2299)
                        Mineral Water (2300-2361)
                        Soda (2362-2412)
                        Whiskey (2413-2452)
                        Beer & Other (2453-2477)
                        Insulators (2478-2498)
 
            Gaming (2499-2521)
 
            Cowboy (2522-2576)
                        Branding Irons (2522-2540)
                        Cowboy Ephemera (2541-2576)
 
 
Day 3, Saturday, October 21, 2017 (Lots 3000-3610)
            Tokens (Geographic Sort) (3000-3068)
 
            Numismatics (3069-3281)
                        So-Called Dollars (3069-3136)
                                    Bryan Money (3069-3099)
                                    Other (3100-3136)
                        Medals (3137-3181)
                        Coins (3182-3202)
                        Encased Cents (3203-3216)
                        Currency (3217-3245)
                        Scrip & Ephemera (3246-3256)
                        Ingots & Assay (3257-3281)
           
            Railroad & Express (3282-3445)
                        Books (3282-3304)
                        Locks & Keys (3305-3317)
                        Stocks, Bonds, & Ephemera  (3318-3425)
                        Wells Fargo & Other Express (3426-3445)
 
            Postal History & Philatelic (3446-3526)
                        First Day & First Flight (3446-3475)
                        Military (3476-3486)
                        Geographic Sort (3487-3510)
                        Stamps & Revenue (3511-3526)
           
            Firearms, Weaponry, & Military Collectibles (3527-3610)
                        Civil War (3527-3546)
                        Other Military (3547-3556)
                        Firearms, Holsters, & Ephemera (3557-3568)
                        Knives & Swords (3569-3610)
 
 
Day 4, Sunday, October 22, 2017 (Lots 4000-4624)
            Political incl. Theodore Roosevelt Collection (4000-4022)
           
            General Americana
                        (Geographic Sort) (4023-4497)
                        Art (4498-4511)
                        Books (4512-4529)
                        Miscellaneous Americana incl. Hard Goods, Jewelry, & Ephemera (4530-4595)
                        World Collectibles (4596-4624)
 
           
Day 5, Monday, October 23, 2017 (Lots 5000-5415)
            Dealer Specials
                        Misc. Americana & Ephemera (5000-5017)
                        Stock Certificates & Bonds: Mining, Railroad, & Other (5018-5415)
 

SHIPPING & HANDLING: Shipping and Handling cannot be estimated prior to invoicing, based on the size and weight of your purchase. All shipping is subject to a minimum charge of $19.00. If additional shipping and handling costs are required, the buyer will be reinvoiced for the balance due. Items are not shipped until the invoice is completely paid. Many buyers purchase a number of lots. Every effort will be made to include all lots in a single shipping charge calculated to cover the weight
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"Lewis Lillie & Son" Safe Catalog Russell & Erwin Agents3249"Lewis Lillie & Son" Safe Catalog Russell & Erwin Agents
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Date of 1865 is derived from the testimonials - all of which are that date or earlier. (Earliest is 1859.) Mostly sold back east, but this is a San Fr
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to l*******c for (30.00 + 7.20BP) = 37.20
Leather Gold Coin Bank Bag3250Leather Gold Coin Bank Bag
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Compliments of the First National Bank, Grand Island, Nebr. "Largest and oldest National Bank in Hall County".525" x 8". Top dr...
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to G******g for (80.00 + 19.20BP) = 99.20
Carson City Mint Canvas Bag and Miscellaneous Tokens3251Carson City Mint Canvas Bag and Miscellaneous Tokens
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Canvas coin bag, 5 1/2 x 11 inches with printing " US Mint / Carson City / Nevada." Also six tokens: 1) Garden State Parkway, New Jersey; ...
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to i********s.. for (15.00 + 3.60BP) = 18.60
Photos of Engraving Sheets3252Photos of Engraving Sheets
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two engraving sheet photos held by the archives: 1) First National Bank of Winnemucca, $5.00, dated Sept. 1906 Unframed, 23" x 14". 2) Fir...
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to i********s.. for (35.00 + 8.40BP) = 43.40
Texas Treasury Warrant 18643253Texas Treasury Warrant 1864
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Under the Act of December 16, 1863 for Military service, the Treasurer of the State of Texas, will pay to P. Murrah or Bearer Five Dollars. Signed at
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to i********s.. for (140.00 + 33.60BP) = 173.60
American Bank Note Company ARCHIVE SERIES3254American Bank Note Company ARCHIVE SERIES
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Brown covered edition, possibly 1987. Also includes 3 letters to collectors from 1986 and 1987. City: State: Date: HWAC
Start Price : 30.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 200.00
Bank Sealer and Seals in Original Box3255Bank Sealer and Seals in Original Box
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Zippered bank bag 15 for American State Bank, 7" x 10". Bag is locked and key appears to missing. Porter Safety Seal Co Chicago crimp se...
Start Price : 40.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Mormon Money and Sutlers and Their Tokens 1861-18663256Mormon Money and Sutlers and Their Tokens 1861-1866
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Mormon Money, and Sutlers and Their Tokens 1861-1866 by James Curto. City: State: Date: HWAC# 50526
Start Price : 30.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Stephen F. Molitor "Nigger Hill" Tin Ingot, Deadwood, D.T.3257Stephen F. Molitor "Nigger Hill" Tin Ingot, Deadwood, D.T.
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is the largest of only five known tin ingots from San Francisco assayer Stephen Molitor. Stamped "Nigger Hill Tin" on one side and &...
Estimate : 5,000.00 - 10,000.00
Sold to 9***3 for (3,500.00 + 735.00BP) = 4,235.00
Large Copper Ingot from San Bernadino County3258Large Copper Ingot from San Bernadino County
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A large broken copper ingot, originally over 12 inches long and six inches wide. The ingot weighs 49 pounds. It was found at a smelter site at Rosalie
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to e*****r for (150.00 + 36.00BP) = 186.00
Souvenir Anaconda Copper Ingot3259Souvenir Anaconda Copper Ingot
Holabird Western Americana Collections
81 gram copper ingot "Anaconda" on one side and "Montana" on the other. On top are "50" "IT" and "NQ&qu...
Estimate : 40.00 - 80.00
Sold to 6****A for (45.00 + 9.45BP) = 54.45
Presentation Copper Ingot3260Presentation Copper Ingot
Holabird Western Americana Collections
5.5" x 4.25" x 1/16" copper presentation ingot. Silver Bell Mining, L.L.C./ Solvent Extraction/Electrowinning/ Plant Dedication/ AS...
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Hallmarked Silver Ingot3261Hallmarked Silver Ingot
Holabird Western Americana Collections
30.38 gram silver ingot with five hallmarks: "L & N", an anchor, a lion, "C" and a seahorse. City: State: ...
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8*****l for (50.00 + 12.00BP) = 62.00
F.W. Braun & Co. Assayers Catalog3262F.W. Braun & Co. Assayers Catalog
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Established in 1888 the F. W. Braun company are "importers and dealers in all kinds of assayers' materials, as well as manufacturers of lab...
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to e*****r for (100.00 + 24.00BP) = 124.00
Calkins Company Brass Plaque (Assaying Equipment)3263Calkins Company Brass Plaque (Assaying Equipment)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The plaque says The Calkins Co. / Appliances / for / Assayers / Los Angeles Cal. We found an article in the Mining & Engineering World in 1906. ...
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Bost & Co. Assay Card3264Bost & Co. Assay Card
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ben Bost & Co.'s Assay Office at 125 Broad Street in Nevada City gave $187.25 to "A. Lung" a Chinese miner June 4, 1907. Chinese c...
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to a**********5 for (80.00 + 19.20BP) = 99.20
California Assay Office Letterhead, J.A. Mars, 1872 for Austin, Nevada Iron Ore3265California Assay Office Letterhead, J.A. Mars, 1872 for Austin, Nevada Iron Ore
Holabird Western Americana Collections
California Assay Office, 512 California Street, San Francisco, October 24, 1872. J.A. Mars, Assayer. Addressed to H.C. Egerton who was supt. of the Ma
Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to V********e for (55.00 + 8.25BP) = 63.25
Denver Fire Clay Co. Assay Pictorial Billhead to Hecla Mining Co.3266Denver Fire Clay Co. Assay Pictorial Billhead to Hecla Mining Co.
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Really nice illustrated billhead for The Denver Fire Clay Company (Fire Brick, Assayers & Chemists' Supplies), 1887, issued to Hecla Cons. M...
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to b******a for (25.00 + 5.25BP) = 30.25
Two Goodall Bros. Assaying Letters (Helena, Montana)3267Two Goodall Bros. Assaying Letters (Helena, Montana)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two letters (Sept. 22, 1923 and Oct. 19, 1923) addressed to Irma Mines in Gardner, Montana. Goodall is soliciting his services to "look after&q...
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Two Montana Wells Fargo Gold Dust Receipts3268Two Montana Wells Fargo Gold Dust Receipts
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two 1873 Wells, Fargo and Company Express Receipts datelined Helena. One is for one package containing gold dust and bars sent from Hershfield &...
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to i********s.. for (110.00 + 26.40BP) = 136.40
Hussey, Dahler & Co. Letter & Cover, 1871, Dealers in Gold Dust & Coin3269Hussey, Dahler & Co. Letter & Cover, 1871, Dealers in Gold Dust & Coin
Holabird Western Americana Collections
March 4th, 1871 cover and letter from Hussey, Dahler & Co. Bankers, Dealers in Gold Dust, Coin & Exchange. Dateline Virginia City, Montana. ...
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to i********s.. for (120.00 + 28.80BP) = 148.80
3 Montana Assay Sheets and 2 Photographs32703 Montana Assay Sheets and 2 Photographs
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Assay Certificate, Pony Assay Office and Chemical Laboratory, dated 1904. Receipt from Washoe Copper Co. Sampling Works, Butte, dated 1906. Montana L
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Two Different W.S. James Assayer Gold Bullion Memorandums, Gold Hill, NV3271Two Different W.S. James Assayer Gold Bullion Memorandums, Gold Hill, NV
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pair of assay sheets: Memorandum of Bullion Deposited for Assay at the Gold Hill Assay Office, W.S. James as Assayer. 1) Bullion deposited from the Ro
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to D******a for (75.00 + 15.75BP) = 90.75
1867 Kuh Assay Sheet for Theall Deposit--Two Comstock Assayers--Virginia City, Nevada32721867 Kuh Assay Sheet for Theall Deposit--Two Comstock Assayers--Virginia City, Nevada
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Very rare assay sheet for the Assay Office of Leopold Kuh, located at Taylor Street, Corner of D Street. Kuh assay sheets are some of the rarer Comsto
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to V********e for (425.00 + 63.75BP) = 488.75
Very Rare Savage Assay Office Memorandum, Virginia City, Nevada, 18693273Very Rare Savage Assay Office Memorandum, Virginia City, Nevada, 1869
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large (11" x 16.5") Memorandum of Bullion from the Savage Mine, Assayed at the Savage Assay Office. Datelined Virginia, Nev. May 19, 1869....
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Cons. California & Virginia Mining Co. Assay Memorandum, Virginia City, Nevada3274Cons. California & Virginia Mining Co. Assay Memorandum, Virginia City, Nevada
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rare 1894 Report of Ore Assays deposited by Gen. R.P. Keating (supt. of the Savage Mine). Deposits are from the Savage Batter and Settler. F.E. Fieldi
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Occidental Cons. Assay Office Ore Memorandum, Virginia City, Nevada3275Occidental Cons. Assay Office Ore Memorandum, Virginia City, Nevada
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rare. 1894 Memorandum of Ore Assay deposited by R. Keating on Jan. 20th, 1894. Deposits were from the Savage Mine battery and settlers (what was left
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to D******a for (60.00 + 12.60BP) = 72.60
Assay Ingot Mold and Black & Deason Assayer Envelope3276Assay Ingot Mold and Black & Deason Assayer Envelope
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) Very unusual small size Ingot Mold. 4.25 x 2.25". Two small compartments. Cast iron. 2) Unused ore specimen envelope from Black & Deaso...
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to b*******g for (110.00 + 23.10BP) = 133.10
Assay Balance Weight Collection3277Assay Balance Weight Collection
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three sets - two on stands. One set in box of random pieces. Nine stand alone weights. 40 weights all together. Two have screw on hand holders. Weight
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to b*******g for (150.00 + 31.50BP) = 181.50
Gold Scale with Weights and Wooden Case3278Gold Scale with Weights and Wooden Case
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Wooden cases is 2.5" x 13" x 5.75". Includes set of weights and scale. Metal ring around front knob states- N. Y. City, APPRD . T...
Estimate : 250.00 - 400.00
Sold to m*****a for (135.00 + 32.40BP) = 167.40
Marble Base Gold Scale3279Marble Base Gold Scale
Holabird Western Americana Collections
7" circular marble base, 18" metal column. From estate of Ed Green. White indicator scale is damaged. Consigned by The Cowboy Connectio...
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Assay Weights, Pot Set3280Assay Weights, Pot Set
Holabird Western Americana Collections
5 small assay weights. Top pot has lock. Small pots fit inside larger locking pot. .5" x 1.5". City: State: Date: ...
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to r********a.. for (40.00 + 9.60BP) = 49.60
Vintage Scale Pan3281Vintage Scale Pan
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Brass colored scale pan which could have used used to weigh groceries or even gold. 3.25" x 12.25" x 7". Pan has 2 tiny rust spots a...
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
7 Different Railroad Books (Pullman-Standard and Passenger Car Library)32827 Different Railroad Books (Pullman-Standard and Passenger Car Library)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The Passenger Car Library Volume 7, Southwestern Railroads, Volume 1 CB&Q, Volume 3 Western Railroads. Pullman Standard Volume 13 Union Pacifi...
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to i********s.. for (100.00 + 24.00BP) = 124.00
8 Different Railroad Books (Pullman-Standard Library and Passenger Car Library)32838 Different Railroad Books (Pullman-Standard Library and Passenger Car Library)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Volume 13 and 14 Union Pacific 1933-1958, Volumes 3 and 15 Western Railroads, Volume 8 Rock Island, Volume 1 CB&Q, Volume 7 Southwestern Railro...
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to d****a for (100.00 + 24.00BP) = 124.00
8 Different Railroad Books (Pullman-Standard Library and Passenger Car Library)32848 Different Railroad Books (Pullman-Standard Library and Passenger Car Library)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The Passenger Car Library volume 1 CB &Q, The Official Pullman-Standard Library, Vol 8 Rock Island, Volume 15 Western Railroads, Volume 13 Unio...
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
8 Different Volumes, Pullman Standard Library32858 Different Volumes, Pullman Standard Library
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By W. David Randall and William G. Anderson. Volume 3 and 15 Western Railroads, Volume 13 and 14 Union Pacific 1933-1958, Volume 8 Rock Island, Volum
Start Price : 175.00 | Estimate : 350.00 - 600.00
8 Different Volumes, Pullman Standard Library32868 Different Volumes, Pullman Standard Library
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Volume 13 and 14 Union Pacific 1933-1958, Volumes 3 and 15 Western Railroads, Volume 8 Rock Island, Volume 1 CB&Q, Volume 7 Southwestern Railro...
Start Price : 175.00 | Estimate : 350.00 - 600.00
8 Different Volumes, Pullman Standard Library32878 Different Volumes, Pullman Standard Library
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Volume 13 and 14 Union Pacific 1933-1958, Volumes 3 and 15 Western Railroads, Volume 8 Rock Island, Volume 1 CB&Q, Volume 7 Southwestern Railro...
Start Price : 175.00 | Estimate : 350.00 - 600.00
Auditor's Report on Rail-Roads, Canals and Telegraphs 1869 (Pennsylvania)3288Auditor's Report on Rail-Roads, Canals and Telegraphs 1869 (Pennsylvania)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 1869. Rare. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52232
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 1870-713289Manual of Railroads of the US 1870-71
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Henry Poor. 3rd series. Spine plate is missing. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52207 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Manual of Railroads 1874-18753290Manual of Railroads 1874-1875
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Nice condition. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52209 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize financial details of US railroad
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to b*****3 for (75.00 + 18.00BP) = 93.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 18803291Manual of Railroads of the US 1880
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Henry Poor. Spine is cracked. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52208 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize financial detai
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 18823292Manual of Railroads of the US 1882
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Cover is broken at inside spine. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52210 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize financial detai
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 18843293Manual of Railroads of the US 1884
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Henry Poor. Spine is broken. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52212 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize financial detail
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 18863294Manual of Railroads of the US 1886
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Henry Poor. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52213 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize financial details of US railroads
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to r**4 for (75.00 + 18.00BP) = 93.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 18883295Manual of Railroads of the US 1888
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Henry Poor. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52214 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize financial details of US railroads
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 18903296Manual of Railroads of the US 1890
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Henry Poor. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52211 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize financial details of US railroads
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 18923297Manual of Railroads of the US 1892
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Henry Poor. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52215 Poor’s Railroad manuals memorialize financial details of US railroads
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Manual of Railroads of the US 18953298Manual of Railroads of the US 1895
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Henry Poor. Cover is detached from spine in front. City: State: Date: HWAC# 52216 Poor’s Railroad manuals memori
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00