AUCTION  / 

Western Americana Safari

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location3555 Airway Drive Suite 309, Reno, Nevada, 89511, United States In Person PreviewPreview will be at our Auction Location, 3555 Airway Drive Suite 309 Reno, NV 89511

Auction Details

Western Americana Safari Auction

This four day sale features some of our best offerings to date in the following categories: Gold, Mining, Native Americana, Cowboy, Firearms, Taxidermy, Railroad & Express, Tokens, Coins, Ingots, Medals, Bottles, Gaming, and General Americana.

Highlights include: the Don Young Collection of US Medals & Exonumia, arguably one of the largest collections ever offered; a major collection of identified gold nuggets and Comstock mineral specimens; a huge collection of mining artifacts, including candlesticks, carbide lamps, mining ephemera and stock certificates; silver ingots and large American silver medals; US & Mexican coins, gold tokens, and dies; nearly 100 taxidermy mounts centralized on the American West and Africa; a gaming section of rare chips and a pre-1910 roulette table; a token section with the final Montana Svoboda pieces as well a rare Bodie token and gold nugget tokens; historical autographs including George Armstrong Custer, Ben Holladay, Sharon-Mills-Ralston, and important Comstock and Western political figures; firearms and weaponry including nearly 50 firearms and a Constitutional Delegate's sword; Western cutlery (1850s-1880); antique bottles incl. Bodie & colored Nevada; a California Gold Rush section incl. an 1856 vigilance committee medal, a presentation belt buckle, and rare ephemera; fantastic Native Americana and Cowboy sections; and much more!

Please see the auction schedule below.

Auction Schedule

Day One (Friday, December 9th, 2016) (Lots 1000-1706)
Gold (Lots 1000-1053)
Ore/Mineral Specimens (Lots 1054-1074)
Mining Part I (Lots 1075-1706)
Mining Candlesticks (Lots 1075-1095)
Mining Hardhats (Lots 1096-1098)
Carbide Mining Lamps (Lots 1099-1254)
Safety Mining Lamps (Lots 1255-1275)
Teapot Mining Lamps (Lots 1276-1301)
Assay (Lots 1302-1328)
Mining Ephemera (State/City) (Lots 1329-1706)
Alaska thru Nevada

Day Two (Saturday, December 10th, 2016) (Lots 2000-2674)
Mining Part II (Lots 2000-2155)
State/City (New Jersey thru Foreign) (Lots 2000- 2103)
Gold Rush (Lots 2104-2134)
Mining Spoons (Lots 2135-2155)
Native Americana (Lots 2156-2334)
Baskets (Lots 2156-2184)
Beadwork (Lots 2185-2203)
Cradleboards (Lots 2204-2207)
Jewelry (Lots 2208-2251)
Moccasins (Lots 2252-2258)
Weapons & Points (Lots 2259-2279)
Pottery (Lots 2280-2301)
Rugs (Lots 2302-2317)
Art, Artifacts, & Ephemera (Lots 2318-2334)
Cowboy (Lots 2335-2404)
Franz Trevors (C.M. Russell) Paintings (Lots 2335-2338)
Saddles (Lots 2339-2349)
Spurs & Bits (Lots 2350-2377)
Clothing (Lots 2378-2390)
Ephemera (Lots 2391-2404)
Firearms, Weaponry, & Military (Lots 2405-2498)
Taxidermy (Lots 2499-2579)
Sorted Alphabetically
Railroad, Stage, & Steamship (Lots 2580-2635)
Sorted by State/City
Wells Fargo & Other Express (Lots 2636-2674)
Wells Fargo (Lots 2636-2659)
Railroad Express (Lots 2660-2666)
Other Express (Lots 2667-2674)

Day Three (Sunday, December 11th, 2016) (Lots 3000-3651)
Tokens (State/City) (Lots 3000-3139)
Numismatics (Lots 3140-3651)
Ingots (Lots 3140-3152)
Currency & Scrip (Lots 3153-3163)
Ephemera (Lots 3164-3185)
Coins & Coin Collectibles (Lots 3186-3262)
US & Other Coins (Lots 3186-3193)
Mexican Coins (Lots 3194-3255)
Coin Collectibles (Lots 3256-3262)
Cal Fractionals & Gaming Counters (Lots 3263-3280)
Hart’s Coins of the Golden West (Lots 3281-3295)
Medals & So-Called Dollars (Lots 3296-3342)
Don Young US Medal Collection (Lots 3343-3651)
Alphabetical by Association (ANA-TAMS)

Day Four (Monday, December 12th, 2016) (Lots 4000-4626)
Bottles, Saloon, & Brewing (Lots 4000-4071)
Bottles (Lots 4000-4056)
Saloon & Brewing (Lots 4057-4071)
Gaming (Lots 4072-4112)
General Americana (Lots 4113-4626)
Various (Lots 4113-4194)
Sorted by State / City (Alabama thru Foreign) (Lots 4195-4570)
Books (Lots 4571-4626)
Directories (Lots 4571-4587)
General (Lots 4588-4626)


If you want to view an enlarged image, click on the thumbnail image in the lower left of the main image.
You can download a higher resolution image by clicking on the title below the enlarged image.
You can request extra images to be added by contacting HWAC at uwe@fhwac.com or by calling 775-851-1859
< Prev# Rows102050100Next >123. . .1011121314. . .323334
 Choose Your Layout > Switch to Grid View Switch to List View
Vintage Squash Blossom Necklace2219 - Vintage Squash Blossom Necklace
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This piece came from a "Medicine Man's" family. Pre 1940, green turquoise (probably Nevada turquoise), turquoise stones that are match...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 300.00 | Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
 
 
Details...Bookmark
Floral Squash Blossom Necklace2220 - Floral Squash Blossom Necklace
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Gorgeous sterling silver floral design Squash Blossom necklace. Well conceived and executed, it is proof that fine "cluster" arrangements ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to g*******h for (650.00 + 156.00BP) = 806.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Jerry Roan Silver & Turquoise Cuff2221 - Jerry Roan Silver & Turquoise Cuff
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Jerry Roan silver and turquoise cuff with "whirling logs" (swastika) design on either side of turquoise stone. 1.5" width, 5.5" ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (275.00 + 66.00BP) = 341.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Jim Yazzie Silver Inlaid Kachina Bolo2222 - Jim Yazzie Silver Inlaid Kachina Bolo
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage Navajo Jim Yazzie sterling silver inlaid Eagle Dancer Kachina bolo tie. Inlaid with abalone, turquoise, onyx, and more. Kachina is 3.5"...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to r**********e for (100.00 + 24.00BP) = 124.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Navajo Petit Point Necklace2223 - Navajo Petit Point Necklace
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful antique design of petit point Navajo Necklace, 24" length. Engraved silver pendant with turquoise flower. Two side pieces, engraved s...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (160.00 + 38.40BP) = 198.40
 
Details...Bookmark
Navajo Sandcast Silver w/ Gaspeite Stone2224 - Navajo Sandcast Silver w/ Gaspeite Stone
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a beautiful sterling silver sandcast bracelet. This large bracelet features a stunning green gaspeite stone at the center. Bracelet measures 2
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to b*********r for (140.00 + 33.60BP) = 173.60
 
Details...Bookmark
Navajo Silver & Turquoise Necklace / Earrings2225 - Navajo Silver & Turquoise Necklace / Earrings
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Modern Navajo silver & turquoise 9-strand necklace and earrings. Heishi-style turquoise beads and silver make up strands of necklace. Modern sta...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to A*****4 for (160.00 + 33.60BP) = 193.60
 
Details...Bookmark
Navajo Silver and Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace2226 - Navajo Silver and Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage Navajo silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace, probably for a man. Naja is very large. 12 squash blossoms and 8 mounted turquoise stones
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 750.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (375.00 + 90.00BP) = 465.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Navajo Turquoise & Silver Bracelet2227 - Navajo Turquoise & Silver Bracelet
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage Navajo turquoise & silver bracelet. 5" inside width. Nice silver work combines traditional with modern. State: Arizona/New Mexi...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 180.00 - 360.00
Sold to F*****6 for (120.00 + 28.80BP) = 148.80
 
Details...Bookmark
Navajo Turquoise and Silver Pendant Necklace2228 - Navajo Turquoise and Silver Pendant Necklace
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage large (3" x 2") Navajo turquoise and silver pendant necklace. Possibly Royston (Royston district near Tonopah, Nevada) stones whic...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 240.00 - 600.00
Sold to F*****6 for (325.00 + 78.00BP) = 403.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Squash Blossom Necklace2229 - Squash Blossom Necklace
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful squash blossom necklace is all handmade and is very old. The sterling silver has an even rich natural patina. 12 squash blossoms and 8 more
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
 
 
Details...Bookmark
Turquoise & Silver Bracelet2230 - Turquoise & Silver Bracelet
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Turquoise & silver bracelet--men's size, heavy, 3 large Kingman turquoise stones. Maker's mark--"N". 5.75" inside measure...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to d****a for (400.00 + 96.00BP) = 496.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Two Rings with Turquoise & Onyx Stones2231 - Two Rings with Turquoise & Onyx Stones
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Two rings, with stones. 1) Silver with three turquoise stones, size 10. 2) Silver with two turquoise stones inlaid and one onyx stone inlaid, size 9.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to F*****6 for (100.00 + 24.00BP) = 124.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Vintage Moss Agate/Sterling Bracelet2232 - Vintage Moss Agate/Sterling Bracelet
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fine vintage Native American sterling heavy silver cuff bracelet with a fine moss agate oval scenic center depicting perhaps trees at sunset. The agat
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to g*********h for (110.00 + 22.00BP) = 132.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Vintage Navajo Turquoise Watch Bracelet2233 - Vintage Navajo Turquoise Watch Bracelet
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Turquoise Petit Point watch bracelet. Navajo made, no signature. 5-7/8" inside measurement. Old silver and turquoise in very good condition. ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 150.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
 
 
Details...Bookmark
Buffalo Nickel Concho Belt2234 - Buffalo Nickel Concho Belt
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful ladies concho belt of buffalo/Indian head nickels, silver. Probably size medium. Mostly Philly nickels, and many are D. Great belt, perfect
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to m********r.. for (100.00 + 21.00BP) = 121.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Coral and Moonstone Silver Cuff, Coral Ring2235 - Coral and Moonstone Silver Cuff, Coral Ring
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful, unusual cuff, hallmarked "Elsie" or "Ellie" in hand etched cursive. This vintage bracelet is perfect for the man or t...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to D******a for (200.00 + 40.00BP) = 240.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Elaborate Squash Blossom Necklace2236 - Elaborate Squash Blossom Necklace
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ten squash blossoms, set with large turquoise stones. Decorative settings. Double strand silver beads. Naja has five beautifully set turquoise stones.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 900.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to g*******h for (750.00 + 180.00BP) = 930.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Francisco Gomez Silver on Manassa Turquoise Bolo2237 - Francisco Gomez Silver on Manassa Turquoise Bolo
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Silver Indian head on Manassa turquoise from King Mine in Colorado. Bolo is signed "G", Francisco Gomez, Spanish. Very large, 3" x 2&...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 900.00
Sold to M********y for (200.00 + 42.00BP) = 242.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Native American Heavy Silver Cuff2238 - Native American Heavy Silver Cuff
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Incredible Native American cuff bracelet. Very heavy silver cuff with twisted wire detail. Signed RLB. Approximately 5" inside measurement, too...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 450.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (150.00 + 36.00BP) = 186.00
 
Details...Bookmark