"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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Sierra Nevada Water & Power Company Bond [165820]2340 - Sierra Nevada Water & Power Company Bond [165820]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
$1,000 bond issued in 1905, not cancelled. Brown border, black print, green background, and four vignettes (rivers and hydroelectric machinery). Print
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to s*******1 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Dakotas Stocks and Bonds [163443]2341 - Dakotas Stocks and Bonds [163443]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lawrence County Funding Bonds 1879 & 1883. 5 unissued Clifton Real Estate stocks, 1 with corner crease. Date: Country (if not USA): State: ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to c*********p for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Michigan & Minnesota Stocks (Mining and Industrial) [165340]2342 - Michigan & Minnesota Stocks (Mining and Industrial) [165340]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 5 different. Michigan: Ahmeek Mining Company (1920 with beaver vignette); and Alexander Manufacturing Company (1800s, Detroit, unissued, vignet
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to l*******c for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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St. Joseph Artesian Ice and Cold Stock Certificate [165700]2343 - St. Joseph Artesian Ice and Cold Stock Certificate [165700]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
St. Joseph Artesian Ice and Cold Storage Stock. Issued in 1891 and cancelled in 1915. #39 for 10 shares. Issued to and signed by president Van Brunt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to m****y for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Montana Fire-Clay Company Stock Certificate Group [165345]2344 - Montana Fire-Clay Company Stock Certificate Group [165345]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 16. All unissued. Butte City, 1880s dateline. Very ornate, blue and red scrolling along borders with majestic eagle vignette on center left bor
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to c*********p for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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River Press Publishing Company Stock Pair, Two Different [165271]2345 - River Press Publishing Company Stock Pair, Two Different [165271]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 2 different. 1) Stock no. 16, issued for 100 shares to company president JE Stevens in 1882. Signed by Stevens and secretary H. McIntire. Pen c
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 120.00
Sold to h****y for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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The River Press Publishing Co. Stock Certificate, Fort Benton, Montana [165341]2346 - The River Press Publishing Co. Stock Certificate, Fort Benton, Montana [165341]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
No. 14 issued to FC Roosevelt for 4 shares in Fort Benton in 1882. Signed by president Jas. Stevens and the secretary. Pen cancelled. Patriotic themed
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
Sold to h****y for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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The River Press Publishing Co. Stock Certificates, Fort Benton, Montana [165343]2347 - The River Press Publishing Co. Stock Certificates, Fort Benton, Montana [165343]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 18 issued stocks, 1882-1904. Three are signed by TC Power as vice president. TC Power was a military and Indian trader at Fort Benton. He was a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to w**********e for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Great Falls Improvement Stock, Cert. #1 [164878]2348 - Great Falls Improvement Stock, Cert. #1 [164878]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Cert. #1, Great Falls Improvement, 1886, issued to Herbert L Bridgman. "Herbert Lawrence Bridgman (1844 ñ1924) was an American explorer an...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to h****y for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Great Falls Water Power and Townsite Stocks, 75 [163766]2349 - Great Falls Water Power and Townsite Stocks, 75 [163766]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 75 Great Falls Water Power and Townsite stocks, issued c. 1892-1909. Date: Country (if not USA): State: Montana City: Great Falls Provena
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to w**********e for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Great Falls Water-Power & Townsite Co. Stocks Issued to Scottish Investors [165261]2350 - Great Falls Water-Power & Townsite Co. Stocks Issued to Scottish Investors [165261]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 5 stocks (plus one stub), issued 1892-93, to Scottish investors, which we thought was very unusual. Includes: Realization & Debenture Cor...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to F*********h for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Great Falls Water-Power & Townsite Co. Stocks w/ Great Calligraphy [165262]2351 - Great Falls Water-Power & Townsite Co. Stocks w/ Great Calligraphy [165262]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 4 stocks, issued 1892-95. What makes these pieces unique is their calligraphy. Probably the secretary's special handwriting. All have a m...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
Sold to h****y for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Great Falls Water-Power & Townsite Co. Stocks w/ Great Calligraphy [165260]2352 - Great Falls Water-Power & Townsite Co. Stocks w/ Great Calligraphy [165260]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 4 stocks, issued 1892-95. What makes these pieces unique is their calligraphy. Probably the secretary's special handwriting. All have a m...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
Sold to w**********e for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
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Victor Ario Saddlery Stock [164894]2353 - Victor Ario Saddlery Stock [164894]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Issued Victor Ario Saddlery stock, 1957. Part of Stuart Mackenzie private collection. 1" and .5" lower crease tears. Date: Country (if ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Adams Plumbing-Heating Company Stock Certificate Group incl. #1 [160467]2354 - Adams Plumbing-Heating Company Stock Certificate Group incl. #1 [160467]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 19. 17 issued stocks and 2 unissued. This was a Helena based company. Includes early numbers: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 11-17, and 19-23. Issued 1896-1
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to h****y for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Assorted Montana Stocks and Checks [162203]2355 - Assorted Montana Stocks and Checks [162203]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Unissued Bedrock, Salmon River and Thunder Mountain Stage, Couch Investment, Columbus Amusement and more. 3 checks each c. 1880's-First National...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Montana Utility Tunnel and Other Stocks, 60 [163763]2356 - Montana Utility Tunnel and Other Stocks, 60 [163763]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About 60 Montana stocks. Helena Gas Light and Coke, Paxson & Rockefeller, Montana Fire Clay, Great Falls Water, Basin Montana Tunnel. Date: C...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 180.00
Sold to w**********e for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Montana Horse Stocks, 2 [164897]2357 - Montana Horse Stocks, 2 [164897]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
2 Montana horse stocks from the private collection of Stuart Mackenzie. Potts & Harrison Horse Co., unissued 1880's. Buford Horse and Cattle...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to a****x for (70.00 + 17.50BP) = 87.50
 
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Montana Ranch Stocks, 2 [164899]2358 - Montana Ranch Stocks, 2 [164899]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
2 Montana ranch stocks from the private collection of Stuart Mackenzie. Montana Co-Operative Ranch, issued 1904-2 lower crease 1" tears. Pleasa...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to h****y for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Bond of the State of Nevada, 1871, $1,000 [160348]2359 - Bond of the State of Nevada, 1871, $1,000 [160348]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Bond no. 130, issued for $1,000 in 1871. Signed by Governor Bradley, Treasurer Schooling, and Controller Hobart. Punch cancelled. Green border, black
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to s*******1 for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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