"Spring Into Americana" Timed Auction (May 2023)

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Welcome to our special May timed sale, the "Spring Into Americana" Auction! 

This two-day timed sale has 1,400 lots in over 10 collecting categories incl. Mining, Bottles, Numismatics, Stocks, Philatelic, Art, and General Americana.

It is a mix of old and new material, with many lower priced/entry-level lots and larger groups ideal for dealers, as well as some rarities that have previously been run.

The majority of the items have never been offered, including: Prag postcards & stocks; Bracken medicine bottles and stamps; coins, medals, & tokens; billhead and check collections; and much more!

*And EVERY lot starts at just $10*

Starting at $10 does not mean the collectibles are cheap, common or unwanted. What it does represent is a following of the world-wide numismatic market and of letting the bidder and collector set the prices. If the lots start cheap, then all it takes is your bid. We have so many thousands of collectors that we hope all find things to their liking. This format is the future, and we know you’ll have fun with it!

All of these lots come to us from major collections. Some of these items were offered previously, and may have been “missed” by collectors who focused on items of greater interest at the time. This sale allows for spotting these missed rarities. Also, just because an item may be less expensive, does not mean it is not rare. We offer here many “one of a kind” pieces – but the value is up to you.

This is a timed auction, so there will be no live auctioneer or audio/video feed. You can bid now up to the day each session closes. On the 13th and 14th, you will be able to log into a virtual console and bid live, just like normal. Each lot will open with an automatic timer that is reset with each live bid. Once the bidding stops and the timer runs out, the auction advances to the next lot.

So we now invite you to look through the 1,400 lots in this sale! We're sure you'll find something perfect for your collection or dealer inventory. And with $10 start prices, we expect you to bid early and bid often!

Let the bidding war begin!

~The Holabird Team~

“Spring Into Americana” Timed Auction (May 2023)

Day 1, May 13th, 2023, Lots 1000-1697
Art (1000-1047)
General Americana (1048-1568)
Geo. Sort
Misc. Categories
Newspapers
Militaria
Sports
Misc. Ephemera & Hard Goods

Philatelic (1569-1697)
Postcards
Covers & Stamps

Day 2, May 14th, 2023, Lots 2000-2715
Native Americana (2000-2014)
Cowboy (2015-2027)
Transportation (Air, Auto, Railroad, Steamer) (2028-2069)
Mining (2070-2132)
Stocks & Bonds (2133-2379)
Mining
Railroad
Misc. Categories
Bottles (2380-2541)
Numismatics (2542-2713)
Currency/Scrip
Coins
Medals
Tokens

SHIPPING & HANDLING: The customer is responsible for all shipping and packaging charges. We offer shipping service as a convenience to our buyers. Items are not shipped until the invoice and shipping charges are completely paid. Shipping costs will be calculated and billed separately after your items have been paid for. Purchases will be shipped via our approved, insured carriers: FedEx, UPS, USPS or DHL. Pick up is available from our Reno office, once you have received your invoice post auction
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Express Mail Bag [163296]1500 - Express Mail Bag [163296]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Canvas R?(mostly illegible) Express mail bag in poor condition. 15x18". Please inspect. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Prove...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to m****y for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Red Ryder Knife and Comic [163448]1501 - Red Ryder Knife and Comic [163448]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Red Ryder folding pocket knife in wood case. Red Ryder August 1953 comic with cover creases. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provena
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Roosevelt Fairbanks Luggage Tag [161694]1502 - Roosevelt Fairbanks Luggage Tag [161694]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Square brass luggage tag. Roosevelt/1904/Fairbanks. We are not sure if this hotel was in Fairbanks, AK. 1.5x1.5". Date: Country (if not USA)...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to D********0 for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Lot Withdrawn1503 - Lot Withdrawn
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Blue & White Foreign Collector Plates- Various [110259]1504 - Blue & White Foreign Collector Plates- Various [110259]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A group of sixteen blue and white, delft style plates but produced mostly in Scandinavian countries including Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Germany. Siz
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Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to n*********8 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Royal Jackson Fine China Pieces (5) [152838]1505 - Royal Jackson Fine China Pieces (5) [152838]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five pieces of Royal Jackson fine China. Includes 2 plates, a shallow bowl, a teacup, and a saucer. All five are matching pieces with a green leaf des
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Limoges Collector Plates (3) [101786]1506 - Limoges Collector Plates (3) [101786]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
3 ladies on plates, 8.25", brown attired lady is broken and glued, 2 others ok Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance: S...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 60.00
 
 
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Rockwell and Others Plate Collection [148518]1507 - Rockwell and Others Plate Collection [148518]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
9 Norman Rockwell plates, about 8.5"with COA's. Santa in the Subway, Close Harmony. Pondering on the Porch, Close Harmony, This is the Room...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 280.00 - 380.00
 
 
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Old China Odds and Ends, 4 [166100]1508 - Old China Odds and Ends, 4 [166100]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Old China and related items. Small embossed mentholated? container bottom 1.75" with thread chip. Container base 1.25x2.5". Knowles, Taylo...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Collectors Plates with Ladies (6) [90247]1509 - Collectors Plates with Ladies (6) [90247]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
6 round ornate collectors plates. Baby laying down by D&C France 7.5". 5 plates with ladies in high fashion wear by Limoges 1977 and number...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 40.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Schumann "Heirloom" Blue Pattern Plates [132338]1510 - Schumann "Heirloom" Blue Pattern Plates [132338]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 13 plates of the blue rose "heirloom" pattern, 8" diameter, gold trim. c1920s. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: ...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Shell with Pressed Flowers [147438]1511 - Shell with Pressed Flowers [147438]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Very beautiful marine shell with pages full of pressed flowers. This item is like a book, the pages are bound together with string and the shell piece
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Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to c********e for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Silver Plate Desk Lamps [122203]1512 - Silver Plate Desk Lamps [122203]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 2. Silver plate Desk oil lamps , tarnished but in exc. condition. Unknown date range . One measures 4"across and 3"tall, one is ...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 250.00
Sold to m****y for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Elkington 12" Electroplate (Nickel Silver) Round Tray [127723]1513 - Elkington 12" Electroplate (Nickel Silver) Round Tray [127723]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Elkington 12" round electroplate (nickel silver) tray, from England, c1946. Heavy tray is in good condition with very little wear. Has Elkingto...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
Sold to t********n for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Victorian Staffordshire Watch-Holder [119193]1514 - Victorian Staffordshire Watch-Holder [119193]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Watch-Holder. Newlyweds with doves, grape arbor. 8.5" x 5" x 2". Small nick in watch ...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to m****y for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Silver Plated Goblet [165068]1515 - Silver Plated Goblet [165068]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage silver plated goblet with ornate bottom bowl design. 6x3", base rim has a slight flattened edge. No maker mark. Date: Country (if no...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to m****y for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Silverplate Sugar & Creamer, Tray [56841]1516 - Silverplate Sugar & Creamer, Tray [56841]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Mismatched pieces, but very nice group. Sugar bowl w/ lid Made in Italy. Creamer, unknown. Tray, Daffodil by Rogers Bros. Date: Country (if not US
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Souvenir Spoons (4) [143697]1517 - Souvenir Spoons (4) [143697]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four different souvenir spoons. The first is from Portland, Oregon and has an image of Mt. Hood. The second is from the Columbia River and has an imag
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to t********n for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Chandelier Parts Group [159427]1518 - Chandelier Parts Group [159427]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Assorted mostly 35 oval clear and amber chandelier parts, .5-2" long. 11 pointed chandelier parts 5.75-8.5". 8 pointed and ridged chandeli...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 120.00
Sold to n*******4 for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Swedish Steamer Trunk and 19th Century Textiles [141555]1519 - Swedish Steamer Trunk and 19th Century Textiles [141555]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Nice Antique Swedish Steamer Trunk with original lining. Top of the with hard wood trim and leather straps. Hard case, exterior covered with Burlap/Fa
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Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to H****e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Telegraphy Key and Booklet [163404]1520 - Telegraphy Key and Booklet [163404]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage telegraphy key, 4.75x3" and 1937 instruction manual with taped spine. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to S********l.. for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Turn of the Century Health Advice [131466]1521 - Turn of the Century Health Advice [131466]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 2. 1."Nectars" published by Londonderry Lithhios Waters Co of N.H. 1901. Talks about the abilities of their spring water. 2. ...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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U.S. Advertising Pens and Pencils [118114]1522 - U.S. Advertising Pens and Pencils [118114]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Group of 10 advertising pens and pencils from around the U.S. Includes: VFW; Amnesty International; the Disneyland Hotel; Boone Hall Plantation in Sou
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 10.00 - 60.00
 
 
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Western History Group [161557]1523 - Western History Group [161557]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 289 issues of Western history magazines, 1968-2009 including The Smoke Signal, NOLA and WOLA. Green metal box, no key 3x8x5.5". About 10 ...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to p********n for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Western Union Telegraph, Locomobile Photo , Cloth Weaving [148443]1524 - Western Union Telegraph, Locomobile Photo , Cloth Weaving [148443]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 3. 1. Western Union Telegraph form E.C. Hurd to S.K. Knox Denver Colo. Sept 3, 1880 "requesting Long take first train home", frame...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to D*****7 for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Vintage Advertising Buttons [166066]1525 - Vintage Advertising Buttons [166066]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of eight vintage pin buttons: Mother Goose; Coca Cola; Bond Bread; Wiley's Candy; Friedman-Shelby Shoe Co.; Tip-Top Bread; Star Brand Shoes;...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to m****y for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Vintage Broadsides, 4 [163840]1526 - Vintage Broadsides, 4 [163840]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
4 broadsides. 53x41"-See You at the Fair Girls by Klarman. Horses with Jockeys. Lady Riders. Midland Empire Fair 27x42". All have some deg...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to m****y for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Vintage Calendars, 40 [163991]1527 - Vintage Calendars, 40 [163991]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 40 vintage calendars and sample calendars from The Thos. D Murphy Co., Red Oak, IA. mostly c. 1940's to 1950's. Many with Western art ...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to n*******4 for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Vintage Children's Broadsides (4) [109496]1528 - Vintage Children's Broadsides (4) [109496]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Delightful collection of vintage children's broadsides: 1) The Queen of Hearts 22" x 9"; 2) "A Friend is Someone Who Likes You b...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Vintage Clay Gaming Chips in Box [164817]1529 - Vintage Clay Gaming Chips in Box [164817]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
c. 1910 set of mostly present unmarked US Poker 1.5" clay gaming chips in original box, 1.75x6.5x 3.25". Date: Country (if not USA): ...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 800.00
 
 
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Early F.F. Miller Prints, Foreign Maps and Litho (7 Pieces) [116880]1530 - Early F.F. Miller Prints, Foreign Maps and Litho (7 Pieces) [116880]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two FF Miller very high-quality matted prints: 1) "Les Glaneuses" No. 644, 8 x 11" on 14 x 16" matte; 2) "L'Angelus&quo...
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Ornate Wood Framed Hanging Wall Mirror [136611]1531 - Ornate Wood Framed Hanging Wall Mirror [136611]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
28 x 45 hand carved wood frame with curved edges. Nice condition c1920 Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to r*****r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Oval Hall Table [120636]1532 - Oval Hall Table [120636]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This a classic oval hall table. Measures 27"x 28"x 19". There is a design om top as well as some glass ring marks. Table is in sturdy...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Walnut Surveyor's Instrument Case [158943]1533 - Walnut Surveyor's Instrument Case [158943]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage walnut surveyor's tool case with carry strap. Made by A G Thornton & Co. Manchester, England. 9.25x17.5x5.25". Front clasp inse...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 120.00
Sold to S********l.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Antique Tools, 4 [156348]1534 - Antique Tools, 4 [156348]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Carpenters wood plane 9.5". Cone sugar nippers, Colonial era 7". Railroad oil lamp by Gem Mfg. Co. 9.75". Rancher hide scraper c. 188...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to p********n for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Antique Wood Cider Press [117077]1535 - Antique Wood Cider Press [117077]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Antique cast iron and wood press. Unusual style. See images for detail. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Horse Hoof Pick and Hob Nails [157912]1536 - Horse Hoof Pick and Hob Nails [157912]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This lot includes one horse hoof pick and two boxes of hob nails from around the 1890s. The horse hoof pick is made of iron. This tool is used to remo
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Mystery Metal Objects [156121]1537 - Mystery Metal Objects [156121]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
We are not quite sure about the use of these items. 10x19x8" bucket, oil filter wrench, and assorted other metal parts. Date: Country (if no...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Vintage Carpenters Tools [160682]1538 - Vintage Carpenters Tools [160682]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Brown wood bubble level, 26". Wood planes-8", 8.5", 15", 22". Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Wood Handle Cutting Tool [150772]1539 - Wood Handle Cutting Tool [150772]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Metal cutting tool with wood handles, purpose unknown. Maker mark illegible. 27" long/ Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Proven...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 90.00
 
 
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Marble Grab Bag, 19 lbs. [161789]1540 - Marble Grab Bag, 19 lbs. [161789]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 19 pounds of unsorted marbles. Mostly modern, some older ones. In wood Jack Daniels case, 4.75x11x14.5". Date: Country (if not USA): ...
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Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
Sold to L*****n for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Mica marbles - 3 [125364]1541 - Mica marbles - 3 [125364]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1. 3/4" Clear mica with one strand of dark green cane running pontil to pontil. A few tiny nicks on surface but overall nice marble. 2. 13/16&...
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Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
Sold to p********n for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Lionel "O" Gauge Track & Accessories  [148406]1542 - Lionel "O" Gauge Track & Accessories [148406]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of over 320 pieces. Track : "027", "031" and Curve. Over 160 Curve, some very clean curve sections in both O27 and O, C6...
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Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to 8*****W for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Toy Trains!  G Scale Bachmann Caboose [163140]1543 - Toy Trains! G Scale Bachmann Caboose [163140]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 3. Bachmann Big Haulers. NIB. 93119 White Pass & Yukon 4-wheel Bobber Caboose, road number 903. Metal grab irons, plastic wheels. Knuc...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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LGB Catalogs and Magazines [128055]1544 - LGB Catalogs and Magazines [128055]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 7. 1992 Outdoor Railroader LGB 2-8-0 (75 pgs.)1992 LGB Catalog (15 pgs.). 1999 LGB New Items Catalog (19 pgs.)). 1987/88. The World of L
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
 
 
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California Raisin Action Figures - 13 + 4 [162668]1545 - California Raisin Action Figures - 13 + 4 [162668]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Thirteen California Raisin action figures in unique poses with musical instruments or sports equipment. The concept of anthropomorphic dried grapes to
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Estimate : 100.00 - 250.00
Sold to m****y for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Lead Toy Pirate Figures, 7 [162472]1546 - Lead Toy Pirate Figures, 7 [162472]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
7 lead pirate toy figures, about 2.75x1.75". See photo. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to M*********n for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Lead Toy Soldiers, 10 [162473]1547 - Lead Toy Soldiers, 10 [162473]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
10 lead toy soldiers, possibly Post Revolution era uniforms. See photo. About 3x1". Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenan...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to M*********n for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Miscellaneous Toys and Other Objects [158328]1548 - Miscellaneous Toys and Other Objects [158328]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Group of miscellaneous objects including porcelain figurines, small toys, wooden stamp blocks, a coin purse, a domino, a thimble, etc. About 19 items
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Estimate : 100.00 - 120.00
Sold to m****y for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Toy Car Grab Bag [166097]1549 - Toy Car Grab Bag [166097]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 20 toy cars including 1969 Barracuda, 1960's Corvette, 1968 Pontiac Tempest, Jaguar, Matchbox boxes etc., Many condition issues, please in...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to r*****r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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