"Timeless Treasures" Auction July 2024

Auction Details

Day One
1000 1012 MAPS / TRAVEL
1013 1016 AUTOGRAPHS
1017 1122 BOOKS
1123 1134 DOLLS/TOYS
1135 1156 SPORTS
1157 1161 MODEL RAILROADING
1162 1227 TRANSPORTATION - RAILROADS
1228 1236 TRANPORTATION - AIR, STEAMSHIP/MARINE, AUTOMOBILE
1237 1243 STAGE / EXPRESS / WELLS FARGO
1244 1265 PHILATELLIC - COVERS
1266 1534 PHILATELLIC - POSTCARDS
1535 1585 PHILATELLIC - STAMPS
1586 1797 STOCKS / BONDS

Day Two
2000 2015 NATIVE AMERICANA
2016 2047 ART
2048 2082 PHOTOGRAPHY
2083 2104 ENTERTAINMENT / CINEMA / HOLLYWOOD / THEATRE / DANCE
2105 2119 MUSIC
2120 2128 WORLD'S FAIRS / EXPOSITIONS
Numismania
2129 2153 FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS / BADGES
2154 2167 EXONUMIA / MEDALS
2168 2226 EXONUMIA / TOKENS
2227 2404 COINS
2405 2415 FOREIGN NUMISMATICS
2416 2440 CURRENCY
2441 2454 OTHER NUMISMATICS: EPHEMERA, INGOTS, U.S. MINT
2455 2467 GOLD, SILVER, BULLION, FINE JEWELRY
2468 2480 ANTIQUE JEWELRY, COSTUME JEWELRY, ACCESSORIES
2481 GEMSTONES
2482 GOLD NUGGETS
2483 2486 MINERAL SPECIMENS
2487 2537 MINING RELATED
2538 2544 FIREARMS RELATED
2545 2562 ADVERTISING
2563 2627 GENERAL EPHEMERA
2628 2679 POLITICAL / MILITARY
2680 2688 GAMING
2689 2715 ASSORTED COLLECTIBLES: SOUVENIR PLATES, SPOONS, FLATWARE
2716 2748 COLLECTIBLES: HOUSEHOLD, GENERAL STORE, HOME DÉCOR, PORCELAIN/CERAMICS/GLASS
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Brass Ingot [183095]2452 - Brass Ingot [183095]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rectangular brass ingot stamped "F R" not a current corporate symbol, probably a pharmacological company with "pharm "ounce"...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to t********n for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Silver Ingots [182880]2453 - Silver Ingots [182880]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of two silver ingots: 1) International Trade Unit, one troy ounce, 999 fine silver; 50 x 30 mm; 2) A Mark one troy ounce; 30 x 20 mm.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to s**********j for (75.00 + 18.75BP) = 93.75
 
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Hematite Ingot [176101]2454 - Hematite Ingot [176101]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pillow shaped hematite ingot.40 x 30 x 18 mm; 44.2 grams.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to f*****E for (15.00 + 0.00BP) = 15.00
 
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American Prospector Silver Round [183575]2455 - American Prospector Silver Round [183575]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Made by Engelhard in 1982. One troy ounce, 999+ fine silver with an iconic miner panning on the obverse. A bit of toning at the bottom.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to s**********j for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Silver Coin Collection [182876]2456 - Silver Coin Collection [182876]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Assortment of silver bullion coins: two 1987 BU American Eagle silver dollars; three 1989 Canadian five dollar silver maple leafs, in original Royal C
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to w**********e for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Silver Coin Belt Buckle [183373]2457 - Silver Coin Belt Buckle [183373]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Belt buckle 3 x 2 inches, made with 18 Mercury dimes and a 1939 Walking Liberty half dollar as a centerpiece. Will hold up to 1 3/4 inch belt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to R*****6 for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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Mexican Sterling Ladies Belt Buckle [183137]2458 - Mexican Sterling Ladies Belt Buckle [183137]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage ladies' sterling silver belt buckle from Mexico with decorative copper embellishments. Measures 1.5" x 1.5" with a matching .7...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to w**********e for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Western Ladies Belts with Conchos, Vintage Pair [177918]2459 - Western Ladies Belts with Conchos, Vintage Pair [177918]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pair of vintage ladies belts with conchos. 33" with braid on back, 41" with broken leather buckle end, please inspect.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to w**********e for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Leather Belt with Silver Plate Conchos [178589]2460 - Leather Belt with Silver Plate Conchos [178589]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Woven leather belt with sliver plate hardware and 5 conchos. Belt is 32" long, stamped 28 which is likely the waist size.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*********m for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Helbros Ladies Watches (2) [167682]2461 - Helbros Ladies Watches (2) [167682]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
2 Helbros ladies 21 jewel watches.1 white metal which need band repair and 1 brass finish.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Gold 10 Carat Jewelry [183367]2462 - Gold 10 Carat Jewelry [183367]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two rings and a 12 inch gold chain that test 10 carat. One ring with a red stone is size 11 and weighs 7.2 grams. The ring with a white stone is size
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 400.00
Sold to c******s for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Gold 14 Carat Rings [183366]2463 - Gold 14 Carat Rings [183366]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of two 14 carat gold rings: 1) gold band size 10 1/2; 2.8 grams. 2) five prongs holding a small diamond; size 9; 3.5 grams.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Gold Ruby Ring [183371]2464 - Gold Ruby Ring [183371]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Gorgeous petite ruby ring. Tests 14 carat gold; size 6 1/2; 2.3 grams. Oval ruby and two small white stones.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to w**********e for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Art Deco Gold Ring [183364]2465 - Art Deco Gold Ring [183364]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Interesting art deco design, size 7 ring: gold (tests 18 carat, unmarked) with eight tiny white stones on two features. 5.5 grams.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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Filagree Gold Ring [183365]2466 - Filagree Gold Ring [183365]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Unmarked filagree gold ring, size 9, 6.4 grams. Tests 18 carat.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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White Gold & Diamond Engagement & Wedding Rings [183372]2467 - White Gold & Diamond Engagement & Wedding Rings [183372]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Matched pair of 14 carat white gold rings: the engagement band (size 9; 2.5 grams) has four small diamonds; the wedding band (size 9; 2.6 grams) has o
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 900.00
Sold to w**********e for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Cabochon in Frame [183228]2468 - Cabochon in Frame [183228]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Oval cabochon with a carved lady, 2x 1 3/8". Frame 10x9" with 4 corner dings.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Four Rings [183368]2469 - Four Rings [183368]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four gold colored rings that do not test gold: 1) size 5 with two black and two white stones; weighs 2.1 grams. 2) size 8 with about 20 tiny white sto
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 400.00
Sold to w**********e for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Costume Jewelry [180859]2470 - Costume Jewelry [180859]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three pieces: 1) an owl pendant, 5 inches long with two chains; 2) happiness bracelet: each section celebrating: serenity, health, memories, spiritual
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Costume Jewelry: Earrings [180864]2471 - Costume Jewelry: Earrings [180864]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 30 sets of earrings. Metal, stone, colorful!
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Costume Jewelry: modern style faux gold [180860]2472 - Costume Jewelry: modern style faux gold [180860]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five pieces of modern style jewelry: 1) Giraffe & baby gold with black stone pin; 2) gold toned teardrop earrings; 3) silver toned dangle earrin...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to w**********e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Grab Bag of Womens Costume Jewelry [183375]2473 - Grab Bag of Womens Costume Jewelry [183375]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large assortment of jewelry: She Shells earrings; butterfly pins; shell full of pearls pin; silver chain purse; unicorn pin; 1968 Lincoln penny earrin
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Shell Necklaces (2) [178239]2474 - Shell Necklaces (2) [178239]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two shell necklaces. One measures about 32", the other, about 40". Please see photos for more details.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Shell Necklaces (2) [178243]2475 - Shell Necklaces (2) [178243]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Shell necklaces. each measuring about 40". In nice condition. Please see photos for more details.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Glass Beads on Cords [183136]2476 - Glass Beads on Cords [183136]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Crafters, get ready for your next project. Three jute strands of vintage one-quarter inch red colored glass beads. Each cord holds approximately 20 in
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to p********1 for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Fur Shawl - VINTAGE! [91344]2477 - Fur Shawl - VINTAGE! [91344]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fur Shawl, Short Nap, Medium Brown Fur. Approx 43" length, 5.5" wide. 3 pieces are sewn together and has a soft lining of velvet. Hook &am...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to b******O for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Russian Sash [85852]2478 - Russian Sash [85852]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautifully made sash with fringe & detail. Geometric designs in bright colors. Approx. 50 x 4.5". Russia 1900s Ben-Tcahvtchavadze c...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 133.33
 
 
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African Necklace [169360]2479 - African Necklace [169360]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Old African necklace made from twisted material with 10 open ended hangings. Weave is separating on bottom. Unknown origin or purpose. Approx 30&qu...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 40.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Faux Jade and Foreign Collectibles [183748]2480 - Faux Jade and Foreign Collectibles [183748]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
7" Argentina metal engraved plate, 2.5" Virgin Mary hinged box, small Asian plastic bowl in case, Asian drink coasters in hinged case, 10&...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to t********f for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Cut Oval Sapphire [173069]2481 - Cut Oval Sapphire [173069]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Cut oval sapphire, .69 carat.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to w**********e for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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Royal Mine Calaveras County Native Gold [183561]2482 - Royal Mine Calaveras County Native Gold [183561]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Three pieces of native gold from the Royal Mine in Calaveras County, California. They weigh: 1.5, 1.9 and 2.4 grams. 5.8 grams total.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to w**********e for (550.00 + 137.50BP) = 687.50
 
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Calcite Blade [159258]2483 - Calcite Blade [159258]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Calcite blade w/mass crack. 9x8x12. [Chunlin Zhu Collection]
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to M*******e for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Chinese Viewing Stone-Gobi [159221]2484 - Chinese Viewing Stone-Gobi [159221]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Gobi stone w/base 12 x 3 x 10” [Chunlin Zhu Collection]
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to D*****s for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Minerals of New Mexico, RARE! Autographed 1959 [181960]2485 - Minerals of New Mexico, RARE! Autographed 1959 [181960]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rare 1959 Minerals of New Mexico autographed by Stuart Northrup. Worn and front torn dustjacket, 665pp and removeable map in back pocket.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to f****3 for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Minerals & Gemstones Pair, 1898-1958 [182056]2486 - Minerals & Gemstones Pair, 1898-1958 [182056]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
A pair of books about minerals and gemstones. Includes: "Gemstones." G. F. Herbert Smith, C.B.E., D.Sc., M.A., late president of the Gemmo...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 120.00
Sold to D*****s for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Copper Manual Volume 2, 1899 [182865]2487 - Copper Manual Volume 2, 1899 [182865]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1899 Copper Manual Volume 2, second edition. Gilt cover and spine. Important reference on all things copper related. Front hinge separating.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to D*****s for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Petroleum References (3) [171317]2488 - Petroleum References (3) [171317]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
The Genesis of Petroleum and Asphaltum in California by AS Cooper, 1899, 89pp. 2 volumes of Oil, gas and petroleum by WL Watts in Central Valley of Ca
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Geologists Photos &  Article, 1932 [162277]2489 - Geologists Photos & Article, 1932 [162277]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
American Assoc. of Petroleum. 1932 Petroleum World article about 2 day program in Los Angeles, and 2 8x10" group photos. Look at those short...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to S**********h for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Coronado's Children, Lost Mines of SW, 1930 [181949]2490 - Coronado's Children, Lost Mines of SW, 1930 [181949]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
"Coronado's Children, Tales of Lost Mines and Buried Treasures of the Southwest." J. Frank Dobie. 1930. "... true story of those ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to d*******f for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Canadian & American Mines Handbooks (2) [181116]2491 - Canadian & American Mines Handbooks (2) [181116]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Canadian & American Mines Handbooks, 2005-06 and 2010-11. Extensive mine details.
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Mexico - Hermosillo Copper Co. Docs. 1920s [170086]2492 - Mexico - Hermosillo Copper Co. Docs. 1920s [170086]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Contains a number of correspondence and covers from the Hermosillo Copper Company in Hermosillo, Mexico. This typed correspondence includes letters
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to a******r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Mexican Mine Prospectus: Playa de Oro 1903 [90597]2493 - Mexican Mine Prospectus: Playa de Oro 1903 [90597]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1903 Mining Prospectus for a Mexican mine "Playa de Oro". 9pp, toning Mexico
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 30.00 - 80.00
 
 
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Arizona Bureau of Mines Geological Series (3) [173499]2494 - Arizona Bureau of Mines Geological Series (3) [173499]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
"Arizona Lode Gold Mines & Gold Mining", Bulletin 137, Vol. 5, No. 6, August 15, 1934, Publ. by University of Arizona Geologic map of ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to S****2 for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
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Merrimac Mine Report [183957]2495 - Merrimac Mine Report [183957]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Undated report on Merrimac Mine in the Central Hill Mining District in Calaveras County. Consists of 3 patented mining claims-Merrimac, Fine Gold and
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 90.00 - 200.00
Sold to C*****r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Pacific Coast Gold Mines Correspondence 1918/19 [23909]2496 - Pacific Coast Gold Mines Correspondence 1918/19 [23909]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Various letters from Pacific Coast Gold Mines to Angels Iron Works regarding equipment. Company owned mines at Quartz, south of Jamestown in Tuolumne
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 90.00
Sold to a******r for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Geology & Quicksilver Deposits, New Almaden District [182866]2497 - Geology & Quicksilver Deposits, New Almaden District [182866]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1964 USGS Geology and Quicksilver Deposits of the New Almaden District, Santa Clara County, California. Report and lots of maps in jacket. [Santa Clar
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to o******x for (65.00 + 16.25BP) = 81.25
 
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California Mining Checks, c. 1867-1916, 4 [183754]2498 - California Mining Checks, c. 1867-1916, 4 [183754]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
4 California mining checks. 2 different 1916 New Almaden(Quicksilver). Grass Valley-Idaho Quartz, rare North Star Quartz-2 left chips.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 6****A for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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California State Mining Bureau Bulletin 62 [183956]2499 - California State Mining Bureau Bulletin 62 [183956]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Mineral production of California from 1887-1910 with 54 different minerals. Fine condition, 44x22".
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 90.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Mining Equipment Auction Broadsides (2) [158404]2500 - Mining Equipment Auction Broadsides (2) [158404]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two mining equipment auction broadsides._x005F A) Broadside for the auction sale of mining and milling equipment from the Markall Machinery Company.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 190.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Colorado Historical Mining Publications, 6 [184128]2501 - Colorado Historical Mining Publications, 6 [184128]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1954 A Fragment of Old France, 1972 Cripple Creek! by Feitz, 1967 Two Burros of Fairplay by Bancroft, 1970 Cripple Creek Railroads by Feitz, Silver Qu
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to l******8 for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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