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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Civil War Tokens: George McClellan  [129199]3694 - Civil War Tokens: George McClellan [129199]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of two certified civil war tokens: 1) F-140/394.a.McCellan-Little Mack/McCellen Medal. NGC AU 58 BN,R1. 2) F-143/261.a. McClellan/One Cent; NGC MS
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (95.00 + 23.75BP) = 118.75
 
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Early British & Western European Coins & Tokens (45)  [129985]3695 - Early British & Western European Coins & Tokens (45) [129985]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 45 brass/copper tokens. See photo. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance: Benjamin Fauver Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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Foreign Tokens & Coins Grab Bag (125+)  [129986]3696 - Foreign Tokens & Coins Grab Bag (125+) [129986]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of approx. 125 foreign tokens, includes a few different unusual shapes such a s a heart, square, inverted edge, and others. See photo for more det
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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Radio Advertising Promotional Tokens (11)  [131118]3697 - Radio Advertising Promotional Tokens (11) [131118]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A collection of 11 radio station promotion tokens made from both aluminum and brass. radio promos include, KPOP Lucky Lager Beer, Hal Nichols of KFOX,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold to d*******f for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Roy Rogers & Western Tokens (12)  [129983]3698 - Roy Rogers & Western Tokens (12) [129983]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 12 Roy Rogers & Western related tokens Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance: Benjamin Fauver Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Street Railroad Transporation Token Collection  [133493]3699 - Street Railroad Transporation Token Collection [133493]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
about 800-850 different pieces of tokens plus 3 volumes Atwood Coffee. Includes at least 2pp Canadian and 2pp others not in count. Includes token numb
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (475.00 + 118.75BP) = 593.75
 
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Television Show Promo Tokens(19)  [131119]3700 - Television Show Promo Tokens(19) [131119]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A small array of 19 tokens promoting television shows and productions. Included are tokens from the 1950's radio and television show, "The ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 180.00
Sold to c********O for (20.00 + 4.40BP) = 24.40
 
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Three Nice Clothing Advertisement Mirrors:  [129811]3701 - Three Nice Clothing Advertisement Mirrors: [129811]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) Order your suit from / Edward Rose & Co. / Tailors / Chicago. From O. G. Williams Manufacturing Company of Chicago. Made in Germany. Blue on ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to J*******2 for (75.00 + 18.75BP) = 93.75
 
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US Tokens (42)  [129984]3702 - US Tokens (42) [129984]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 42 tokens from the US. Includes Mickey Mouse; 6 Nevada Casino arcade pieces; 7 faux pioneer coins; 3 cal gold tokens; large cent; 1849 cal coun
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Various Merchandise and Theatre Tokens (10)  [131117]3703 - Various Merchandise and Theatre Tokens (10) [131117]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A small collection of tokens and one wooden nickel. Nickel is GF 5 cents at any General Cinema Drive-In Theatre. Also included are ones for The Palace
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 40.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Gaming Machine Token Hoard (nearly 300 pieces!)   [129976]3704 - Gaming Machine Token Hoard (nearly 300 pieces!) [129976]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three original hoards of early slot machine tokens 1.) Chas Fey (96) & Liberty Bell (25), inventor of the slot . This is the largest hoard of ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to d********a.. for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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Bonds, McGwire Topps Cards  [129790]3705 - Bonds, McGwire Topps Cards [129790]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A collection of 22 plastic encased Topps baseball cards, featuring sluggers Barry Bonds, Mark McGwire, as well as pitcher Roger Clemens. Bonds is show
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to d*******f for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Cal Ripken Topps Cards (10)  [129795]3706 - Cal Ripken Topps Cards (10) [129795]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Small collection of 10 Topps trading cards featuring Hall of Fame Cal Ripken Jr. Group features four 1983 number 490. There are also duplicates of #40
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to d*******f for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Santa Fe Uniformed Baseball Player, c1885  [131063]3707 - Santa Fe Uniformed Baseball Player, c1885 [131063]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Cabinet card photo of a city team baseball player takin in a studio. Photographer not shown. 4 x 6.5". The uniform quality indicates a serious...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to v*********l for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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A Small Mix of Baseball Cards (12)  [131126]3708 - A Small Mix of Baseball Cards (12) [131126]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A dozen mixed brand baseball cards, including Triple Play Nolan Ryan 96, Action Packed Joe Torre 151, Gabe Kapler Rookie Card and more. Please see pho
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to d*******f for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Baseball With Several Player Autographs  [131132]3709 - Baseball With Several Player Autographs [131132]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is an autographed baseball from what appears to be the 1960's. Although there is no certificate of authenticity, the signatures appear to b...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to d*******f for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Bowman Super Star Baseball Cards (10)  [129799]3710 - Bowman Super Star Baseball Cards (10) [129799]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A group of 10 Bowman baseball cards featuring some real super stars of the game. Included are multiples of Barry Bonds, during his Pirate days, Greg M
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Collection of Autographed Baseballs  [131133]3711 - Collection of Autographed Baseballs [131133]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A collection of nine baseballs that are autographed by various teams and players. Because of sun exposure, some are illegible. What we have is a ball
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 180.00
Sold to d*******f for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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Collection of Pinnacle & Pacific Baseball Cards  [131123]3712 - Collection of Pinnacle & Pacific Baseball Cards [131123]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fantastic collection featuring some unique cards with players from the 1950's to the 1990's. Included are Pacific's #30 Johnny Vander Me...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Donruss Baseball Card Collection (30)  [131128]3713 - Donruss Baseball Card Collection (30) [131128]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A selection of 30 Donruss baseball cards all encased in plastic and in mint or near mint condition. Player cards include, Mike Piazza #436, Kirby Puck
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 350.00
 
 
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