The Sweetheart Express Auction (February 2021)

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Greetings Collectors!

The first sale of the 2021 season is upon us as the best sale we’ve had in several years – across the board – in every category. We’ve been fortunate to receive many key collections from around America to offer some of the best material to be sold in years. It is truly a Covid-breaking sale that should have everybody jumping from their seats! In fact, it may be the best cross section of collectibles since the great market crash of 2008. We’ve called this sale “The Sweetheart Express” to commemorate the Valentine’s Day weekend and the Gary Nelson Railroad Collection.

Here’s a look at some of the major categories, with a glimpse at what is in them.

Railroad- the Gary Nelson Railroad Collection, about 600 lots, covering almost every category of railroad collectibles: Model trains; Cast iron trains; Train lanterns; Train signal lights; Train headlights; Train bells; Train ephemera; RR pass collections. This collection contains the very first cast iron train purchased from another major collection.

Arizona history- Rare Vulture Mine gold ingot, c 1911-1914, from an old Wickenburg family; a collection of 19th century Native American photos and documents, including two Apache Scout Medal of Honor winners, 2 letters from famous Earp era lawman Robert Paul, a Copper Queen Mine security force Colt revolver from 1907.

Colorado history- Leadville 19th century photo collection, documents from the miner's strike of 1896-7, spectacular United Mine Workers of America parade banner from the 1903 coal strike, a new discovery silver ingot from Leadville with an engraved mountain scene with a Colorado - famous Rhode Island family tie, choice mining medals and so-called dollars.

Montana history- Stuart MacKenzie’s collection of Montana stocks (all categories), Yellowstone collection, and saloon letters.

Western History – Rare and original tin type of George Custer in original case, and rarities across the board!

Badges etc- fantastic selection from the Lerch collection from California to Colorado; more of the special Presidential Inauguration badge collection, Mare Island, several fire badges, etc

Don Polland western sculpture collection- more than 1000 sculptures of very high quality design and detail from a major southern California collection. Native American themed, some western themed and some civil war, from 4” to three feet! This is the largest collection to be offered publicly!!

The Ken Prag Stocks are incredible- A major part of Ken's collection, this offering is of US businesses other than mining and railroad, plus Oil. It is nothing short of spectacular. Great rarities in every category you can think of, including some rare autographs such as Edison's son, and many important financial figures.

California gold rush- James Marshall autograph, gorgeous gold quartz watch chain and more.

Art- fantastic material across the board- the best we’ve had. David Roberts lithographs (Egypt, and the Holy Land, c1842-44), selections from the Ben-T art collection including a fantastic map from the reign of Peter the Great c 1722, great oils by some of the prominent early twentieth century Russian artists, and more.

Numismatics- great medals including a rare 1862 Lincoln Peace Medal with Osage provenance, California tokens, wood nickels, selections from the Ellsworth collection including the only set of encased large cents with every date, including the rarities!, California gaming token collection, US gold coin “look-alike” counters, so-called dollars and more!!

Firearms: a Copper Queen Mine Colt, several rare Colts with papers, and more.
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Auction Schedule

Day 1, February 11th, 2021, Lots 1000-1729
            General Americana (1000-1275)
                        Geo. Sort
                        Jewelry
                        Marbles & Toys
                        Miscellaneous
            Bottles & Saloon (1276-1339)
                        Bottles
                        Saloon, Brewing, & Drug Ephemera
            Mining Collectibles (1340-1431)
            Stocks & Bonds Part I
                        Mining (1432-1729)
 
Day 2, February 12th, 2021, Lots 2000-2729
            Stocks & Bonds Part II
                        Oil (2000-2113)
                        Railroad (2114-2176)
                        Transportation (2177-2246)
                        Miscellaneous (2247-2645)
                                    Agriculture
                                    Banking
                                    Brewing
                                    Industrial
                                    Other
            Firearms, Military, & Political Collectibles (2646-2729)
 
Day 3, February 13th, 2021, Lots 3000-3757
            Railroadiana & Transportation (3000-3559)
                        Model Railroading (3000-3286)
                        Railroad Equipment (3287-3430)          
                        Railroad & Transportation Ephemera (3431-3559)
            Numismatics (3560-3635)
            Tokens (3636-3704)
            Sports (3705-3757)
 
Day 4, February 14th, 2021, Lots 4000-4763
            Art (4000-4137)
            Native Americana (4138-4148)
            Philatelic (4149-4430)
            Bargains & Dealer Specials Part I
                        Stocks & Bonds (4431-4763)
 
Day 5, February 15th, 2021, Lots 5000-5708
            Bargains & Dealer Specials Part II
                        Philatelic (5000-5209)
                        General Americana (5210-5390)
                        Numismatics (5391-5708)
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Crams Atlas 1888  [131482]1199 - Crams Atlas 1888 [131482]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Crams Atlass, 1888. Spine binding no good. much wear. boards partially loose. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (90.00 + 22.50BP) = 112.50
 
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Vintage Elton Four String Banjo  [122493]1200 - Vintage Elton Four String Banjo [122493]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A vintage Elton four string banjo that's seen better days, but can be fixed up easy.. Head is in good condition, neck appears straight and tunin...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (75.00 + 18.75BP) = 93.75
 
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Vinyl 45 RPM Country Records (45)  [129803]1201 - Vinyl 45 RPM Country Records (45) [129803]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Nice eclectic collection of 45 RPM vinyl records featuring country music artists and songs over the past few decades. Included are Freddie Hart (My Ha
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to C******n for (1.00 + 0.25BP) = 1.25
 
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A Group of Country Music 45 RPM Records (40)  [129802]1202 - A Group of Country Music 45 RPM Records (40) [129802]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Nice eclectic collection of 45 RPM vinyl records featuring country music artists and songs over the past few decades. Included are Boots Randolph (My
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to t*******d for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Children's Collection of Books & Vinyl Records  [127791]1203 - Children's Collection of Books & Vinyl Records [127791]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Delightful Children's collection of Disney books, vinyl records, (45's &33's) some sheet music, approx. 25 books, including singing ...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Collection of 45 RPM Rock Records (50)  [129801]1204 - Collection of 45 RPM Rock Records (50) [129801]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
For all you vinyl record fans, we have a collection of about 50 records in 45 RPM featuring artists like George Harrison (Got My Mind Set on You), Isa
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to A******S for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Eclectic 45 RPM Vinyl Record Collection (40)  [129805]1205 - Eclectic 45 RPM Vinyl Record Collection (40) [129805]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A great collection of 45 RPM records from three decades of jukebox music, pop, country and bebop. Artists include, Freddie Hart (You Belong to Me), Do
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Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to C******n for (1.00 + 0.25BP) = 1.25
 
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RPM Record Collection-45  [129804]1206 - RPM Record Collection-45 [129804]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A great collection of 45 RPM records from three decades of jukebox music. Artists include Phil Harris (That's What I Like About the South), Sawy...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to C******n for (50.00 + 11.00BP) = 61.00
 
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Beatles Booster Button  [129269]1207 - Beatles Booster Button [129269]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vari-view pinback "Beatle Booster" with the four lads' mop tops and names in one view and their photos when you tilt the badge. 2 1/2 ...
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Estimate : 50.00 - 150.00
Sold to m******0 for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Advertising Mirrors (9)  [129978]1208 - Advertising Mirrors (9) [129978]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of nine includes: Diamonds Cafe Medford Or; Northrup King & Cos; Maryland Casualty Company; Red Arrow Messengers; J Homer Hough Co Aetna Bo...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to d*******f for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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ALONE a Signed Book Written by Rear Admiral Richard E. Bryd 1938  [129665]1209 - ALONE a Signed Book Written by Rear Admiral Richard E. Bryd 1938 [129665]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The title "Alone" brings you to the edge of Antarctic and your sanity. The explorer Admiral Bryd says' "I really wanted to go for...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to 2*****s for (55.00 + 12.10BP) = 67.10
 
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American Historical Spoons a book by Albert Stutzenberger 1971  [127142]1210 - American Historical Spoons a book by Albert Stutzenberger 1971 [127142]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This book is 500 pages of rare collectible spoons written by Albert Stutzenberger in 1971. "American Historical Spoons" is a rare find fo...
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Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to j*****0 for (25.00 + 5.50BP) = 30.50
 
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Americana Book & Pamphlet Collection  [131281]1211 - Americana Book & Pamphlet Collection [131281]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
About (12) pieces, includes Weiland Hardware Catalog, 1936. About (5) issues of the "Mother's Assistant," 1850's. Ringling Bros. C...
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Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Antique Countertop Clock  [131579]1212 - Antique Countertop Clock [131579]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
2.75 deep x 3.25 x 5" tall. 4 beveled glass sides 19th century appearance, no maker readily visible, a figure of lion engraved on back plate, k...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Antique Edison Konowatt 110 Volt Motor c1900s  [131502]1213 - Antique Edison Konowatt 110 Volt Motor c1900s [131502]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Old motor used in a phonograph or dictaphone Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
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Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to j******6 for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Antique House Door with Oval Window  [126600]1214 - Antique House Door with Oval Window [126600]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Antique house door with large, oval, beveled glass window. Doorknobs on both side are beautiful amethyst-colored glass. Door appears to be made of oak
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Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to t****8 for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Antique Iron Wrench Collection (4)  [131506]1215 - Antique Iron Wrench Collection (4) [131506]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.-2.) Two large adjustable iron wrenches probably for railroad use 1 is missing the wood handle. one measures 18"and one at 21" both are ...
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Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Antique Unusual Drill Group (4)  [131505]1216 - Antique Unusual Drill Group (4) [131505]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1.) Large early dress press with clamp for tabletop use. by Goodell Bros Green field Massachusets. 22x11" fancy and well constructed 2.) Drill...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Bechtel  Engineering Co. Project Books, Autographed  [131481]1217 - Bechtel Engineering Co. Project Books, Autographed [131481]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two books published specifically for Bechtel Corp. based in San Francisco. The Canol Project, 1942-1944, published 1945 signed by inscription S. D. be
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Start Price : 55.00 | Estimate : 110.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Bing & Grondahl Souvenir Plate Collection (25)  [121516]1218 - Bing & Grondahl Souvenir Plate Collection (25) [121516]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 25 blue and white Jule Christmas themed collector plates made by B&G Bing & Grondahl. Some duplicates. Includes: 1.) 1976 Vibaek Wate...
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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