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SS Central America Shipwreck Artifacts Auction, Part I (December 2022)

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The S.S. Central America Artifacts Auction catalog has 268 pages of detailed treasure stories about the people, jewelry, gold, and goods onboard the famous "Ship of Gold" that sank off the North Carolina coast in 1857 with tons of gold on board. While the coins and nuggets have already been sold and are in thousands of collections around the world, the artifacts are only just now being released, and are presented for the first time in a two-part sale in December 2022 and February 2023. Online auction platforms do not carry the wealth of information found in our printed catalog, inclusive of three-dimensional photographs of the items on the seafloor and a map where many artifacts were discovered. Order your limited-edition printed catalogs today and enjoy the fascinating world of the S.S. Central America treasure.

Part A of this December auction includes artifacts recovered from the actual shipwreck of the S.S. Central America.
Part B, starting with Lot 2000, offered the same day, presents some of the best California and Alaska Gold Rush material ever assembled for auction.

Fred Holabird
Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC

AUCTION SCHEDULE

Part A  - S.S.Central America Artifacts
(Lots 1000-1271)

Ships Provisions (Lots 1000-1080)
Passenger Possessions (Lots 1081-1249)
The Business of Gold (Lots 1250-1271)

Part B -  Gold Rush Era Collectibles
(Lots 2000-2276)

Gold Specimens (Lots 2000-2069)
Mining Ephemera; Jewelry; Rare Books & More (Lots 2079-2276)
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Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [157073]1172 - Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [157073]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pair of men's socks recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck, possibly linen, form-fitting ankle. heel to top is 10", heel to toe ...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to R*******8 for (180.00 + 36.00BP) = 216.00
 
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Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [156766]1173 - Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [156766]
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Men's socks recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Form-fitting ankle, 10" heel to toe, 10" heel...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 and UP
 
 
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Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158703]1174 - Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158703]
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Form-fitting socks recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. 9" heel to toe, 9" heel to top. no holes. ...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to R*******8 for (160.00 + 32.00BP) = 192.00
 
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Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158740]1175 - Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158740]
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Socks recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Pair of socks, 10.5" cuff to heel, 9.5" heel to toe, 3&...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to e********b.. for (180.00 + 36.00BP) = 216.00
 
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Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158743]1176 - Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158743]
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Socks recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Marked British 10 1/2on toe. Cuff to heel 10.5", heel to toe...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to G*******s for (200.00 + 40.00BP) = 240.00
 
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Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158746]1177 - Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158746]
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Socks recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Marked British 10 1/2 near toe. Form-fitting cuff. Cuff to toe 11...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to m********H for (200.00 + 40.00BP) = 240.00
 
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Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158750]1178 - Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158750]
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Socks recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Pair of socks, dark heavy wool, different than others so far. 1.5...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to R*******8 for (170.00 + 34.00BP) = 204.00
 
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Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158751]1179 - Men's Socks, Dement Trunk [158751]
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Socks recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. 2.25" form-fitting cuff, 14.5" overall length. 1 sock s...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to b*******n for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Men's Socks, Wool, Dement Trunk [158702]1180 - Men's Socks, Wool, Dement Trunk [158702]
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Thick wool socks recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Showing significant wear through stretching of the upper
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to R*******8 for (140.00 + 28.00BP) = 168.00
 
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Men's Thick Undershirt, Dement Trunk [156768]1181 - Men's Thick Undershirt, Dement Trunk [156768]
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Men's undershirt recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Thick, possibly wool, undershirt, additional cloth...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to F*******1 for (400.00 + 80.00BP) = 480.00
 
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Men's Undershirt, Merino Wool, Dement Trunk [157075]1182 - Men's Undershirt, Merino Wool, Dement Trunk [157075]
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Merino wool undershirt recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Identified by conservators as Merino wool, this un
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to T********n.. for (250.00 + 50.00BP) = 300.00
 
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Men's Vest, Cotton Twill, Gold Fleck Buttons, Dement Trunk [156770]1183 - Men's Vest, Cotton Twill, Gold Fleck Buttons, Dement Trunk [156770]
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Cotton twill vest recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Seven-button front, six present. Several buttons show b
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 and UP
Sold to F********e.. for (300.00 + 60.00BP) = 360.00
 
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Men's Pants, Dement Trunk [156767]1184 - Men's Pants, Dement Trunk [156767]
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Unusual pair of pants recovered from the Dement truck found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. White, twill weave, wide waistband, drooping at the
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 and UP
Sold to R*******8 for (300.00 + 60.00BP) = 360.00
 
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Men's Work Shirt, Brooks Bros. Wool, Dement Trunk [159096]1185 - Men's Work Shirt, Brooks Bros. Wool, Dement Trunk [159096]
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One of three woolen work shirts found inside the Dement trunk recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Brooks Brothers logo showing a sheep
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to F********e.. for (1,100.00 + 220.00BP) = 1,320.00
 
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Scarf, Patterned Silk, Dement Trunk [158711]1186 - Scarf, Patterned Silk, Dement Trunk [158711]
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Silk scarf recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Patterned silk scarf, about 22 x 26" beige with oval wh...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to F********e.. for (600.00 + 120.00BP) = 720.00
 
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Scarf, Silk, Dement Trunk [156764]1187 - Scarf, Silk, Dement Trunk [156764]
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Triangular silk scarf recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Diagonal cross-pattern construction, 17 x 48"...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to m********6 for (350.00 + 70.00BP) = 420.00
 
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Shoe Gaiter Pair (Spats), Dement Trunk [156771]1188 - Shoe Gaiter Pair (Spats), Dement Trunk [156771]
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A pair of spats recovered from the Dement trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. A pair of fine, thick cloth and leather gaiters with unde
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Estimate : 300.00 and UP
Sold to S******3 for (170.00 + 34.00BP) = 204.00
 
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Brass Luggage Tag SAN Fo NY to via Panama #3686 [159474]1189 - Brass Luggage Tag SAN Fo NY to via Panama #3686 [159474]
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Brass luggage tag recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck. It is #3686, // San Fo to N.Y. via Panama //, heart shaped, 1.75 x 1.75 inches. C
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Estimate : 1,000.00 and UP
Sold to m********H for (1,300.00 + 260.00BP) = 1,560.00
 
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Brass Luggage Tag NY to SAN Fo via Panama #5291 [153316]1190 - Brass Luggage Tag NY to SAN Fo via Panama #5291 [153316]
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Brass luggage tag recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck, approx 2 x 1-5/8 inches, embossed // N.Y. TO SAN Fo / 5291 / VIA PANAMA //. The n
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Estimate : 500.00 and UP
Sold to R********3 for (850.00 + 170.00BP) = 1,020.00
 
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Brass Luggage Tag NY to SAN Fo via Panama #5725 [153313]1191 - Brass Luggage Tag NY to SAN Fo via Panama #5725 [153313]
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Brass luggage tag recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck, approx 2 x 1-5/8 inches, embossed // N.Y. TO SAN Fo / 5725 / VIA PANAMA //. Date
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Estimate : 500.00 and UP
Sold to R********3 for (1,350.00 + 270.00BP) = 1,620.00
 
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Brass Luggage Tag NY to SAN Fo via Panama #601 [153318]1192 - Brass Luggage Tag NY to SAN Fo via Panama #601 [153318]
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Brass luggage tag recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck, approx 2 x 1-5/8 inches, embossed // N.Y. TO SAN Fo / 601 / VIA PANAMA //. The na
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 and UP
Sold to G*******s for (1,250.00 + 250.00BP) = 1,500.00
 
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Brass Luggage Tags NY to SAN Fo via Panama #2342 [159473]1193 - Brass Luggage Tags NY to SAN Fo via Panama #2342 [159473]
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A pair of matched, brass luggage tags with original leather fob, #2342 "N.Y. to San Fo via Panama." It is a matched pair such that one pie...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to E********s for (1,200.00 + 240.00BP) = 1,440.00
 
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Three Matched Pairs of Brass Luggage Tags, SAN Fo to NY via Panama [153319]1194 - Three Matched Pairs of Brass Luggage Tags, SAN Fo to NY via Panama [153319]
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Lot includes 3 pairs of matched, brass luggage tags, two with original leather fobs: #1270, #1502, and #1746. "San Fo to NY via Panama." M...
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Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to E********s for (4,700.00 + 940.00BP) = 5,640.00
 
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Handkerchief, Easton Trunk [157064]1195 - Handkerchief, Easton Trunk [157064]
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Handkerchief recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. 18 x 18 inches. Stained, but the material appears to be soun
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to d****9 for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Handkerchief, Easton Trunk [157066]1196 - Handkerchief, Easton Trunk [157066]
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Handkerchief recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. 18 x 18 inches. Stained, but the material appears to be soun
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to b******a for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Handkerchief. Easton Trunk [157067]1197 - Handkerchief. Easton Trunk [157067]
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Handkerchief recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Size is 20 x 20 inches. Stained, but the material appears so
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to b******a for (160.00 + 32.00BP) = 192.00
 
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Handkerchief, Easton Trunk [158754]1198 - Handkerchief, Easton Trunk [158754]
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Handkerchief recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. 19x19", large and small repeating dot pattern on edge...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to b******a for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Ladies' Chemise, Easton Trunk [158726]1199 - Ladies' Chemise, Easton Trunk [158726]
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Ladies' chemise recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck Ladies chemise, 1 x 28" lace collar with lace 1...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to d*******f for (140.00 + 28.00BP) = 168.00
 
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Ladies' Chemise, Easton Trunk [158741]1200 - Ladies' Chemise, Easton Trunk [158741]
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Ladies' chemise recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Ladies' chemise with 3 buttonholes and 3 button...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to v********s.. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Ladies' Chemise, Mrs. Easton, Easton Trunk [158755]1201 - Ladies' Chemise, Mrs. Easton, Easton Trunk [158755]
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Ladies' chemise or night gown recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Significantly degraded on reverse. Fr...
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Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 and UP
 
 
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Ladies' Coat, Easton Trunk [158753]1202 - Ladies' Coat, Easton Trunk [158753]
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Ladies' coat recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Ladies' petticoat, 11" top opening with two 2...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to F*******1 for (180.00 + 36.00BP) = 216.00
 
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Ladies' Crotchless Bloomers, Easton Trunk [158727]1203 - Ladies' Crotchless Bloomers, Easton Trunk [158727]
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Ladies crotchless bloomers recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. One buttonhole and 1" porcelain button....
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to j*****0 for (275.00 + 55.00BP) = 330.00
 
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Ladies' Dress, Easton Trunk [158724]1204 - Ladies' Dress, Easton Trunk [158724]
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Ladies' dress recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Two 19" waist ties, 11" upper pleats. 39&qu...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to A*****0 for (130.00 + 26.00BP) = 156.00
 
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Ladies' Dressing Gown, Dual Pink Patterns, Easton Trunk [158790]1205 - Ladies' Dressing Gown, Dual Pink Patterns, Easton Trunk [158790]
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Ladies' dressing gown recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. A woman's large dressing gown with two di...
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Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimate : 2,000.00 and UP
 
 
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Ladies' Dressing Gown, Easton Trunk [158725]1206 - Ladies' Dressing Gown, Easton Trunk [158725]
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Ladies' dressing gown recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Ladies dressing gown, 9 buttonholes and 9 but...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to d*******f for (160.00 + 32.00BP) = 192.00
 
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Ladies' Dressing Gown, Easton Trunk [158728]1207 - Ladies' Dressing Gown, Easton Trunk [158728]
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Dressing gown recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Ladies dressing gown, 7 buttonholes with 7 buttons present.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to S**********d for (170.00 + 34.00BP) = 204.00
 
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Ladies' Gloves, Easton Trunk [157072]1208 - Ladies' Gloves, Easton Trunk [157072]
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One pair of women's leather gloves recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Drawstring closure, overall leng...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to G*******s for (400.00 + 80.00BP) = 480.00
 
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Ladies' Handkerchiefs (2), Easton Trunk [157077]1209 - Ladies' Handkerchiefs (2), Easton Trunk [157077]
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One pair of Adeline Easton's handkerchiefs recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Both about 24 x 24 inche...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to S********4 for (130.00 + 26.00BP) = 156.00
 
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Ladies' Ornate Jacket, Easton Trunk [158752]1210 - Ladies' Ornate Jacket, Easton Trunk [158752]
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Ornate ladies' jacket found in the Easton trunk recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck. What a beauty! Pretty and ornate lady's j...
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Start Price : 2,500.00 | Estimate : 5,000.00 and UP
 
 
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Ladies' Sash, Easton Trunk [156757]1211 - Ladies' Sash, Easton Trunk [156757]
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Women's silk sash recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. 53" long, silk, originally bright gold, whic...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to 8********l.. for (120.00 + 24.00BP) = 144.00
 
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Ladies' Stockings, Easton Trunk [159450]1212 - Ladies' Stockings, Easton Trunk [159450]
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Women's stockings recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. 21" heel to top, 8" heel to toe. Marked...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to 8********l.. for (130.00 + 26.00BP) = 156.00
 
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Ladies' Thin Socks, Easton Trunk [157079]1213 - Ladies' Thin Socks, Easton Trunk [157079]
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Ladies' thin socks recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Made of a thin material, possibly silk, 7" ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to e********b.. for (110.00 + 22.00BP) = 132.00
 
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Men's Collar, Easton Trunk [158722]1214 - Men's Collar, Easton Trunk [158722]
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Collar recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Collar with 1 center buttonhole and 5" rear tie with other ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to T********n.. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Men's Cravat, Easton Trunk [156758]1215 - Men's Cravat, Easton Trunk [156758]
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Men's cravat recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. A form of neck wear with the ends tucked inside the sh...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to j******n for (120.00 + 24.00BP) = 144.00
 
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Men's Cravat, Easton Trunk [158804]1216 - Men's Cravat, Easton Trunk [158804]
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Cravat recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Cravat that matches in color and cloth the gold sheen, green/brown
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 and UP
Sold to q********o.. for (160.00 + 32.00BP) = 192.00
 
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Men's Cravat, Easton Trunk [158807]1217 - Men's Cravat, Easton Trunk [158807]
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Men's cravat recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Cravat belonging to Ansel Easton, 1.5" x 50"...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 and UP
Sold to d*******f for (130.00 + 26.00BP) = 156.00
 
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Men's Cravat, Easton Trunk [158816]1218 - Men's Cravat, Easton Trunk [158816]
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Men's cravat recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. 2 x 50" long, degraded. Gold metallic thread with...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 and UP
 
 
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Men's Dress Frock Coat, Ansel Easton [158793]1219 - Men's Dress Frock Coat, Ansel Easton [158793]
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Men's dress frock coat recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. A beautiful double-breasted frock coat in th...
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Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimate : 2,000.00 and UP
 
 
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Men's Dress Pants, Easton Trunk [158792]1220 - Men's Dress Pants, Easton Trunk [158792]
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Pair of expensive men's pants recovered from the Easton trunk found at the S.S. Central America shipwreck. The watch pocket inside the left side...
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Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 and UP
 
 
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Men's Dress Shirt labeled W.C. Ralston, Easton Trunk [156865]1221 - Men's Dress Shirt labeled W.C. Ralston, Easton Trunk [156865]
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Men's dress shirt recovered from the Easton trunk found with the S.S. Central America shipwreck. This shirt was rolled up in a copy of New York ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 5,000.00 and UP
Sold to F********e.. for (4,000.00 + 800.00BP) = 4,800.00
 
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