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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Prieur Paris made Foil sword3597Prieur Paris made Foil sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a non-electronic foil sword marked "Prieur Paris" on the blade forward of the shield and "made France 5". These are the ...
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Replica Justice or Executioner's Sword3598Replica Justice or Executioner's Sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This sword is hefty. It is 43 1/2 in. long and the blade is 34 1/2 in. long. The tip is un-sharpened and rounded indicating that this sword had anothe
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Replica Renaisance sword3599Replica Renaisance sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This replica renaissance sword is 32 in. overall length with a 26 in. blade. This is toy-like in appearance with red and green fake jewels inlaid on t
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Replica Saber Sword3600Replica Saber Sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a replica of a traditional U.S. Calvary Dress Sword ca. 1860's It is marked "India" on the ricasso. The blade itself is 31 1/2...
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Replica Scimitar Arabic Sword3601Replica Scimitar Arabic Sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a replica scimitar Arabic sword made in Toledo, Spain model "Isabelina". It is 32 in. overall length with a 27 1/4 in. blade. Th...
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Replica Short Sword3602Replica Short Sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This replica short sword is 19 in. overall length; stainless steel with a black leather wrapped scabbard. The sword has a large frame s curve guard wi
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to T********r.. for (40.00 + 9.60BP) = 49.60
Shamshir Dagger3603Shamshir Dagger
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This Shamshir dagger is of either Persian or of Turkish origin; 19th-20th c. It is 21 in. overall length with an elaborate and matching scabbard/sheat
Estimate : 100.00 - 400.00
Sold to G*****5 for (50.00 + 10.50BP) = 60.50
Thomas Turton and Sons Machete3604Thomas Turton and Sons Machete
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This machete is 29 in. overall length with a 24 in. blade. The blade is rough sharpened with grind marks throughout. The blade is handsomely stamped w
Estimate : 100.00 - 175.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (50.00 + 12.00BP) = 62.00
United States Navy Officer's Dress Sword3605United States Navy Officer's Dress Sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This sword is 34 5/8 in. overall length with a polished brass and black leather scabbard. This sword is etched for the full length of the fuller with
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Unmarked Foil Sword3606Unmarked Foil Sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This foil sword is 43 in. overall length with a 35 in. blade. This otherwise unmarked sword has an aluminum shield with a cream colored rubber grip an
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Unmarked Foil Sword with Deep Shield3607Unmarked Foil Sword with Deep Shield
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This unmarked foil sword is 43 in. overall length and the blade is 34 in. long with a blunt tip. The shield is deeply dished and shows signs of severa
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Vintage Joseph Vince Foil Sword3608Vintage Joseph Vince Foil Sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This "Joseph Vince " marked foil is 43 in. overall length and the blade is 35 in. long and is non-electronic. The blade is marked "5&...
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Vintage Mexican Eagle-head Machete Fighting / Short sword3609Vintage Mexican Eagle-head Machete Fighting / Short sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This beautifully engraved Mexican fighting machete or short sword is 28 in. overall length with a 22 1/2 in. blade. This short sword is engraved with
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Vintage Mexican Fighting Machete/ Short Sword3610Vintage Mexican Fighting Machete/ Short Sword
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This beautifully engraved Mexican fighting machete or short sword is 28 in. overall length with a 22 1/2 in. blade. This short sword is engraved with
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
7 Different McKinley Political Buttons40007 Different McKinley Political Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) 7/8" black rimmed IN MEMORIUM// WHITHEAD & HOAG CO./NEWARK, NJ on paper back with a small tear. 2) 1.25" McKinley/Hobart with heavy...
Start Price : 55.00 | Estimate : 110.00 - 150.00
Very Rare Theodore Roosevelt Button4001Very Rare Theodore Roosevelt Button
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.25" black button with 4 suit cards and a picture of Theodore Roosevelt. The cards say SOUND MONEY, EXPANSION, PROTECTION, PROSPERITY/ STAND ...
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to b*********r for (275.00 + 57.75BP) = 332.75
Rare Theodore Roosevelt Button w/ Army Hat4002Rare Theodore Roosevelt Button w/ Army Hat
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.25" button with Theodore Roosevelt wearing his Army hat and eyeglasses. Gold background. On paperback button made by Whitehead & Hoag C...
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to b*********r for (225.00 + 47.25BP) = 272.25
Different Rare Theodore Roosevelt Button4003Different Rare Theodore Roosevelt Button
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Seldom seen 1.25" button. Roosevelt appears before a blue background with white stars. Red rim with gold colored accents. On rear, Buttons m...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 54.00BP) = 279.00
McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Button4004McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Button
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.25" jugate with blue background. EMPLOYMENT OF LABOR/ A FULL DINNER BUCKET/ PROSPERITY/ SOUND MONEY-GOOD MARKETS. Button made The Whitehead...
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to b*********r for (110.00 + 23.10BP) = 133.10
2 Different McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Buttons40052 Different McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.75" McKINLEY & ROOSEVELT sepia pin with no back markings. 1.75" with photos of McKinley and Roosevelt. Gold background with red, w...
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to b*********r for (80.00 + 16.80BP) = 96.80
McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Button4006McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Button
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.25" jugate with desirable sepia background. EMPLOYMENT OF LABOR/ A FULL DINNER BUCKET/ PROSPERITY/ SOUND MONEY-GOOD MARKETS. Button made Th...
Estimate : 120.00 - 250.00
Sold to C*****r for (130.00 + 31.20BP) = 161.20
2 Different McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Buttons40072 Different McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Both are 1.25" with gold backgrounds and red, white and blue stars and stripes. Both have THE WHITEHEAD & HOAG CO.// NEWARK, N.J. on the pa...
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (65.00 + 15.60BP) = 80.60
McKinley and Roosevelt Campaign Button4008McKinley and Roosevelt Campaign Button
Holabird Western Americana Collections
7/8" button with photos of McKinley and Roosevelt. The WHITEHEAD AND HOAG CO/ NEWARK N.J. on reverse paper backing. City: Stat...
Estimate : 40.00 - 65.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (30.00 + 7.20BP) = 37.20
McKinley/Roosevelt Election Badge and Ribbon4009McKinley/Roosevelt Election Badge and Ribbon
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Campaign button and six inch red ribbon touting "Patriotism, Protection , Prosperity / Wm McKinley / The Nations Choice." Photo of McKinle...
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to j********b for (50.00 + 12.00BP) = 62.00
2 Different McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Buttons40102 Different McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
7/8 CONTINUES PROPERITY/ MCKINLEY & ROOSEVELT in gold letters framing a sepia jugate. Metal back with J. H./ Phila. 1.25" McKinley & ...
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to j********b for (50.00 + 12.00BP) = 62.00
2 Different Theodore Roosevelt Buttons40112 Different Theodore Roosevelt Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
7/8" pin has a sepia photo of Roosevelt. No back markings. 1.25" pin has a gold background and a color image of Roosevelt. On rear F. F...
Estimate : 40.00 - 70.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (80.00 + 19.20BP) = 99.20
2 Slightly Different McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Buttons40122 Slightly Different McKinley and Roosevelt Jugate Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Both are 7/8". Both have photos of McKinley and Roosevelt. Gold backgrounds with red, white and blue ribbons. The smaller image button has n...
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (45.00 + 10.80BP) = 55.80
2 Roosevelt Buttons40132 Roosevelt Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two uncommon 1.25" political buttons with gold frames. One has white stars on blue on the left and white and red stripes on the left. The Whit...
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (250.00 + 60.00BP) = 310.00
2 Theodore Roosevelt Political Buttons40142 Theodore Roosevelt Political Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Red 7/8" "A SQUARE DEAL ALL AROUND"/ T. R./ 1912. Bastion Company on paper back. 1.25" round with photos of McKinley and Roo...
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (50.00 + 12.00BP) = 62.00
Theodore Roosevelt and Charles Fairbanks Jugate Button4015Theodore Roosevelt and Charles Fairbanks Jugate Button
Holabird Western Americana Collections
7/8" jugate button with Roosevelt and Fairbanks pictured. No paperback. City: State: Date: HWAC# 50251
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (55.00 + 13.20BP) = 68.20
3 Different Roosevelt and Fairbanks Jugate Buttons40163 Different Roosevelt and Fairbanks Jugate Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
3 uncommon political buttons. 7/8" Roosevelt and Fairbanks framed by the stars and stripes. The Whitehead Hoag Co paperback. 1.25" Roo...
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (160.00 + 38.40BP) = 198.40
3 Different Theodore Roosevelt Buttons40173 Different Theodore Roosevelt Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
3 uncommon political buttons. 7/8" Theodore Roosevelt with a bald eagle and stars and striped shield below. The Whitehead and Hoag paperback. ...
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (275.00 + 66.00BP) = 341.00
4 Different Alton B. Parker Buttons40184 Different Alton B. Parker Buttons
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.25" Alton. B. Parker with an eagle carrying a a red, white and blue shield below. No paperback. 7/8" PARKER-DAVIS jugate. 7/8" Alto...
Estimate : 100.00 - 230.00
Sold to j********b for (50.00 + 12.00BP) = 62.00
Rare Alton B. Parker Button4019Rare Alton B. Parker Button
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This rare button measures 1.25". Featuring a Parker head illustration next to Uncle Sam adorned in red, white and blue tails featuring stars a...
Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Taft and Sherman 1908 Campaign Watch Fob4020Taft and Sherman 1908 Campaign Watch Fob
Holabird Western Americana Collections
White metal watch fob made by the NW stamp works of St. Paul Minnesota campaigning for Taft and Sherman in the 1908 presidential race. William Howard
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to w******f for (45.00 + 10.80BP) = 55.80
1884 Republican and Democrat Tickets40211884 Republican and Democrat Tickets
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Republicans, Blaine and Logan. They eventually lost to Grover Cleveland. Also Democrat ticket for another election. From 1884 Election. C
Start Price : 35.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 120.00
Blaine and Logan Ticket4022Blaine and Logan Ticket
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Includes the Honorable John Haley for Congress (TF Singiser is crossed out). EO Wheeler for Representative, CH Fury for sheriff, etc. City:
Estimate : 70.00 - 120.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (35.00 + 8.40BP) = 43.40
4 Receipts, Purchase Orders and Letters40234 Receipts, Purchase Orders and Letters
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Receipt from Franklin Telegraph Co. 1871 with bottom fold. Purchase order from Quincy Mining to John A. Roebling in Trenton, NJ for wire rope for a mi
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to K********o.. for (30.00 + 7.20BP) = 37.20
The Spell of the Yukon (Klondike Gold Rush Poetry)4024The Spell of the Yukon (Klondike Gold Rush Poetry)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
By Robert W Service. 1907 First edition. Book of poetry about the Yukon Gold Rush. Published in the UK under the title "Songs of a Sourdough.&q...
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to g*********1 for (100.00 + 24.00BP) = 124.00
Sour Dough Hotel, Yukon Territory Billhead4025Sour Dough Hotel, Yukon Territory Billhead
Holabird Western Americana Collections
In the early 1920's EH 'Stroller' White arrived in Dawson with his wife, child, and no money. He created the fictitious Sour Dough Hotel...
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to l*******c for (25.00 + 6.00BP) = 31.00
Pinal County Bank Stock Certificates4026Pinal County Bank Stock Certificates
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Issued and signed by President W.E. Guild? According to the Arizona Champion, 1889, the bank opened in Florence in Sept. City: Florence
Estimate : 160.00 - 320.00
Sold to e*****r for (40.00 + 9.60BP) = 49.60
Adin, CA Group: 2 Real Photo Postcards, Eastman RPC, and Advertising Card4027Adin, CA Group: 2 Real Photo Postcards, Eastman RPC, and Advertising Card
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Eastman postcard, RPC Birds Eye View of Adin, CA with 1910 postmark, photo of Adin from a hill and an advertising card from Modoc Stables. Ci
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to r******h for (30.00 + 6.30BP) = 36.30
Wanted Poster for WWI Deserter at Alcatraz4028Wanted Poster for WWI Deserter at Alcatraz
Holabird Western Americana Collections
$50 reward for the arrest and delivery of Warren I. Turner, who is reported to have deserted at Alcatraz, California. 9 1/2 x 12 inches.
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to 2*****s for (30.00 + 6.30BP) = 36.30
3 Real Photo Postcards: Alturas and Modoc, CA40293 Real Photo Postcards: Alturas and Modoc, CA
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Birds Eye View Fort Bidwell CAL. with 16 small pin holes, Birdseye View of Alturas Cal postmarked 1910, Alturas Calif town scene postmarked 1941.
Start Price : 35.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 120.00
Freeman's Hotel Framed Collage (Auburn, CA)4030Freeman's Hotel Framed Collage (Auburn, CA)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
8.25" x 10.75" framed Freeman's Hotel collection: letterhead dated 1891 is taped to backing; metal seal from Freeman's Hotel is ta...
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
A.W. Kenison & Co. Brewer Pictorial Calendar4031A.W. Kenison & Co. Brewer Pictorial Calendar
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A complete calendar from this brewer in Auburn known for his bottles. Illustration is "My Old Kentucky Home" and shows sunset/sunrise on c...
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
The Beginning of Disneyland Booklet4032The Beginning of Disneyland Booklet
Holabird Western Americana Collections
What a great historic piece of Disneyland. Great color booklet on Sleeping Beauty's Castle. Has a four page foldout color drawing. Rips at the b...
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 6******n for (55.00 + 11.55BP) = 66.55
Minnie Mouse Doll Dress4033Minnie Mouse Doll Dress
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage Minnie Mouse dress. It is green with white polka dots and white trim as well as a faded picture of Minnie on one of the pockets. It is likel
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to e*****r for (25.00 + 6.00BP) = 31.00
Nevada and Mountain Lakes Ice Co. Stock Certificate4034Nevada and Mountain Lakes Ice Co. Stock Certificate
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Very rare! 99% of these certificates were unissued, but this one was issued in 1871 to John Stone, #725 8 shares. Ice came from Boca Reservoir near Tr
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to C*****r for (75.00 + 18.00BP) = 93.00
Peoples Ice Company Stock Certificates (Comstock Ice Operation)4035Peoples Ice Company Stock Certificates (Comstock Ice Operation)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Both certificates have a vignette of an ice house. One stock cert is issued and canceled. The other is not issued. Printed by African-American lithogr
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to C*****r for (50.00 + 12.00BP) = 62.00