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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Amusement Company Stock Certificates  [127901]4734 - Amusement Company Stock Certificates [127901]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of five stock certificates from companies in the Amusement Park business: Crystal Pavilion & Amusement Co.; Dutchess Amusement Operators; Ea...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Benbow Company Stock Certificate  [128452]4735 - Benbow Company Stock Certificate [128452]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Wow! The original Benbow Company stock certificate: issued to Jennison Heaton for 625 shares, on May 21, 1931. Signed by Clara E. Benbow, Secretary an
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Cash Register and Coin Vending Machine Stock Collection  [127842]4736 - Cash Register and Coin Vending Machine Stock Collection [127842]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 14 certificates from coin-op busineses: American Cash Register; American Coin Register Company; Pacific Telecoin; Coin Controlled Clock Company
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Cemetary & Casket Maker Stocks (6)  [118754]4737 - Cemetary & Casket Maker Stocks (6) [118754]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Six different stock certificates in the group includes one from the Evergreen Cemetary Association, Leadville Colorado, issued in 1900. Vignette of a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 250.00
Sold to l*******c for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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Charity Organization Stock Certificate Collection  [127892]4738 - Charity Organization Stock Certificate Collection [127892]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 23 stock and bond certificates from charitable organizations: American Bible Society; American Educational Alliance; American Social Registry;
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
 
 
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City of Paris Dry Goods Specimen Stock Certificates  [128427]4739 - City of Paris Dry Goods Specimen Stock Certificates [128427]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of six specimen stock certificates from the City of Paris Dry Goods Company: brown, blue and green. Rare. Date: Country (if not USA): State
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Clothing Company Stock Certificate Collection  [128445]4740 - Clothing Company Stock Certificate Collection [128445]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 45 stock certificates from companies making clothes: textiles, hats, buttons, furs, leathers, etc. Date: Country (if not USA): State: Ci
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to c****o for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Co-Operative Stock Certificates  [128432]4741 - Co-Operative Stock Certificates [128432]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of eleven stock certificates from co-operative ventures: Deming Co-Operative Exchange (New Mexico; Allegheny County Cooperative Assoc.; Consumers
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Early Stock Certificates  [128299]4742 - Early Stock Certificates [128299]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of three: 1) 1857 Canal Revenue Certificate; 2) unissued 181- Shares of the Capital Stock of The Managers and Company for erecting a permanent Bri
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to d*******f for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Fire Alarm Company Stock Certificates  [127900]4743 - Fire Alarm Company Stock Certificates [127900]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of eight stock certificates from companies making fire alarm or suppression equipment: American Telehone Fire Alarm Co.; Atmo Automatic Fire Alarm
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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General Stock Certificate Group (Airways, Steel, Electric, Etc.)  [113996]4744 - General Stock Certificate Group (Airways, Steel, Electric, Etc.) [113996]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 50+. Includes: numerous for Pan American World Airways, Inc. (1960s); Central States Electric Corp. (1940s); RH Macy & Co. (1960s); Pacif...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to d*******f for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Jewelry & Diamond Company Stock Certificates  [128449]4745 - Jewelry & Diamond Company Stock Certificates [128449]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of five stock certificates from jewelry or diamond companies: The Copio Diamond Co.; Berks Jewelry Co.; British-American Diamond Co.; Crystalograp
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Knife & Cutlery Company Stock Certificates  [128444]4746 - Knife & Cutlery Company Stock Certificates [128444]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of five stock certificates from cutlery companies: Alva Knife Mfg. Co. (Alva, OK); Casterlline Cutlery Co.; Conner Knife Co.(2); Alpine Heights Es
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to l*******c for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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Laundry Company Stock Certificates  [128443]4747 - Laundry Company Stock Certificates [128443]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of eight stock certificates from laundry companies: Drivers Independent Laundry Co.; American Textile Soap Co. (3); Dryomatic Corporation of Ameri
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to p******n for (30.00 + 6.60BP) = 36.60
 
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Lumber Company Stock Certificates  [128440]4748 - Lumber Company Stock Certificates [128440]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 17 stock certificates from lumber companies: Bell Lumber Co.; Baker White Pine Lumber Co.; Columa Lumber Co.; Chicago Mill and Lumber Corp.; Am
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 500.00
Sold to p******n for (130.00 + 28.60BP) = 158.60
 
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Office and Business Machine Company Stock Certificates  [128438]4749 - Office and Business Machine Company Stock Certificates [128438]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 17 stock certificates from office and business machine companies: Addograph Co.; American Calculating Machine Co.; American Ad-Photo Scope (3)
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to d*******f for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
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Perfume Company Stock Certificates  [128442]4750 - Perfume Company Stock Certificates [128442]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of two rare perfume company stock certificates: 1) Angeles Perfume Co.; 2) The American Perfume Vending and Manufacturing Co. Date: Country (if
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to d*******f for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Revenue Stamp Stock Certificates  [127894]4751 - Revenue Stamp Stock Certificates [127894]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of four stock certificates boasting bold revenue stamps. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance: Ken Prag Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to d*******f for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Safety Razor Stock Certificate Collection  [127955]4752 - Safety Razor Stock Certificate Collection [127955]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of twelve stock certificates from companies making razor blades: Collins Safety Razors (2); Clipper Rotaty Razor Co.; Elgin Safety Razor Company;
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Scripophily Beginners Collection  [128459]4753 - Scripophily Beginners Collection [128459]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 15 miscellaneous stock certificates. Good selection for beginning collectors. Early dates (1887, 1888), nice vignettes including black woman an
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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