Western Trails & Treasures Auction (February 2022)

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location3555 Airway Drive Suite 309, Reno, Nevada, 89511, United States In Person PreviewPreview

Auction Details

Welcome to our Western Trails & Treasures Premier Auction, our first auction of 2022!

Our February sale includes items from many important collections, including: the Ron Lerch Western Directory Collection; Joe Elcano Nevada Collection; Ken Prag Railroad Stock Collection; Bill McKivor Mining, Numismatic, & Americana Collection; Stuart MacKenzie Montana Collection; and the Salvatore Falcone Collection, all supplemented by world-class great rarities from other private collections.

Ron Lerch Western Directory Collection Part II

In our December 2021 auction, we began to offer the Ron Lerch Collection of Western Directories, a major historic and all-important reference material collection. And we set world records!

Now we're thrilled to offer the second part of this collection, an exciting group of a few hundred directories. Some of the key pieces in this sale include: Gold Rush-era directories from Nevada City/Grass Valley (1856), Marysville (1853 and 1855), Sacramento, and San Francisco (1854); Truckee & Lake Tahoe (1883 and 1884-85); Placerville (1862) and Placer County (1861); a number of different Sacramento directories; rare railroad directories (Central Pacific 1872 and Northern Pacific Railway 1883); a Portland, Oregon group; California Bay Area; and other Western states including Colorado, Nevada, and Utah, plus a number of very rare multi-county and Pacific Coast 19th-century directories.

Directories are considered “primary source” material, and as such are essential in aspects of historical research!

Joe Elcano Nevada Collection Part II

We're thrilled to continue to sell rare items from Joe Elcano's collection, one of the best Nevada collections we've offered.

This sale features Part II of his Nevada Stock Collection, including a whole new batch of Nevada territorials, plus Joe's Nevada History Libraries. Key Nevada history references include three ultra-rare Nevada directories: 1868-69, 1871, and 1907-08. Joe loved to research the stories behind the historic documents in his collection, and these libraries were invaluable resources for him, as they will be for new Nevada collectors and historians.

We'll begin offering Joe's Nevada Postal History Collection later this year, as well as more rounds of Nevada mining stocks. Stay tuned!

Railroad & Steamer Passes

This sale features over 150 lots of railroad and steamer passes, always a big hit with our collectors! This is one of the largest offerings we've had in years, with pieces coming from five or six private collections. Have your own collection you're considering selling? Contact us!

Numismatics

In addition to more Nevada tokens and medals from the Bill McKivor Collection, our Numismatics section features: a large ingot collection, including an early San Francisco US Mint ingot and mining-related ingots; US & world coins and coin jewelry; medals and so-called dollars; scrip and ephemera incl. a Carson City Mint coin bag; and California tokens.

Stocks/Bonds feat. Railroad Proofs & Specimens

In addition to Nevada mining stocks from the Joe Elcano Collection, our Stocks & Bonds section includes more air, auto, and railroad rarities from Ken Prag's Collection, as well as ultra-rare proof and specimen railroad stocks and bonds from a private collection, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! And don't miss fun groups of stocks we've sorted based on their vignettes and design.

Stuart MacKenzie Montana Collection

The MacKenzie Montana Collection continues, with hundreds of lots of historical Montana documents and ephemera. Included in this sale are rare ledgers and archives from historical Montana businesses and mining companies, plus several hundred checks, including many with imprinted revenue stamps.

General Americana

Our General Americana section is large and diverse, with rare documents, photographs, and ephemera from Western states, as well as sub-categories including Gaming, Bottles & Saloon, Jewelry, Badges, Furnishings (incl. Staffordshire Transferware), and a Musical Instruments section with cellos, violins, and more!

Art

Our Art section includes paintings and prints from artists such as: Craig Sheppard, F.W. Trautwein, Ernest Narjot, G. Harvey, and Thomas Kincaid. Also, beautiful Victorian Era lithographs, Hanna-Barbera animation cells, and more.

Native Americana

Highlights include a Pacific Northwest Totem Pole (15 foot), c1880-1900; Washoe and other baskets; Santo Domingo Pueblo and Randall Blaze pottery; arrowheads; and rare ephemera incl. an 1890s License to Trade with Indians.

Militaria & Political Collectibles

This section features a large group of Civil War and other military knives, plus rare military and political certificates, WWI & II posters, Stanislaw Toegel Anti-Nazi Cartoon Prints, Thomas Mooney Propaganda, political autographs, and more.

Minerals & Mining

Minerals, gems, and fossils, plus mining ephemera incl. Tombstone/Comstock Engraved Steel Anvil Ceremonial Bookends, as well as Montana and Nevada documents and mining publications.

Railroadiana

In addition to railroad and steamer passes and stock certificates & bonds, our Railroadiana section includes badges, lock keys, lanterns, a Carson & Colorado Lock & Key, and rare maps and ephemera.

Bargains & Dealer Specials

Be sure not to miss our Bargains & Dealer section on Day 4, which includes both entry-level priced collectibles and larger groups ideal for resale. Includes General Americana, Stocks & Bonds, and Numismatic goodies!

Make sure to use the Keyword search tool to find items in your collecting areas across the four auction days.

As usual, our team is happy and ready to answer questions. Please feel free to call or email our office.

And please continue to bring us those great collections for 2022! Yours could be the next world record!

--Fred Holabird & Team--

Auction Schedule

Day 1, Thursday, February 24th, 2022 (Lots 1000-1620)
General Americana (1000-1620)
Geographically Sorted (1000-1284)
General Books (1285-1311)
Gaming (1312-1322)
Saloon & Brewing (1323-1357)
Jewelry (1358-1378)
Furnishings (1379-1413)
Musical Instruments & Memorabilia (1414-1448)
Model Train & Car (1449-1472)
Badges (1473-1513)
Miscellaneous (1514-1620)

Day 2, Friday, February 25th, 2022 (Lots 2000-2626)
Stocks & Bonds (2000-2325)
Mining (2000-2133)
Railroad & Transportation (2134-2292)
Misc. (2293-2325)
Numismatics (2326-2626)
Currency, Scrip, & Ephemera (2326-2351)
Ingots & Bullion (2352-2397)
Coins (2398-2483)
Medals (2484-2538)
Tokens (2539-2626)

Day 3, Saturday, February 26th, 2022 (Lots 3000-3596)
Minerals & Mining (3000-3120)
Directories feat. Ron Lerch Collection Part II (3121-3487)
Militaria & Political (3488-3596)

Day 4, Sunday, February 27th, 2022 (Lots 4000-4625)
Art (4000-4074)
Native Americana (4075-4103)
Transportation (RR, Steamer, Auto, Air) (4104-4321)
Railroad & Steamer Passes (4104-4256)
Ephemera & Artifacts (4257-4321)
Bargains & Dealer Specials (4322-4625)
General Americana (4322-4408)
Stocks & Bonds (4409-4541)
Numismatics (4542-4625)

SHIPPING & HANDLING: Shipping is subject to a minimum charge of $19.00. Shipping and handling cannot be estimated prior to invoicing as it is based on the size and weight of your purchase. Additional shipping and handling costs, if required, will be re-invoiced for the balance due. Items are not shipped until the invoice is completely paid. Many buyers purchase a number of lots. Every effort will be made to include all lots in a single shipping charge calculated to cover the weight and size.SHIPPING & HANDLING: Shipping and Handling cannot be estimated prior to invoicing, based on the size a...
Choose Your Layout > Switch to Grid View Switch to List View
Clement Steamboat Co. Steamers Broadside  [134564]4300 - Clement Steamboat Co. Steamers Broadside [134564]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Pictorial advertisement for the Spring Arrangement for this Milwaukee steamship company operating to Chicago. Offering express overnight travel to Chi
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
 
 
Details...Bookmark
Steamboat Bill, Journal of the Steamship Historical Society of America (38)  [139078]4301 - Steamboat Bill, Journal of the Steamship Historical Society of America (38) [139078]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Founded in 1940 by Jay Allen Published quarterly to record, preserve and disseminate the history of steam navigation - Encompasses all interest in ste
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 200.00
Sold to C****f for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Riverboat Lot of G.W. Long; 1870s-1900s  [146584]4302 - Riverboat Lot of G.W. Long; 1870s-1900s [146584]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of framed riverboat ephemera that belonged to George W. Long, a riverboat mate who worked on the Mississippi River. This lot includes three frames
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*****x for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
Details...Bookmark
American President Lines Vintage Menus  [145807]4303 - American President Lines Vintage Menus [145807]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Five menus with various themes from 1941. Vivid beautiful colors, suitable for framing. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to d*******f for (45.00 + 11.25BP) = 56.25
 
Details...Bookmark
19th Century "Harper's Weekly" Woodcut Prints of Maritime Disasters (7)  [139783]4304 - 19th Century "Harper's Weekly" Woodcut Prints of Maritime Disasters (7) [139783]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Depicting Maritime disasters and rescues. Includes: 1.) "Miss Ida Lewis, the Heroine of Newport, R.I" 2 pages, July 31, 1869, issue featur...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 60.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
 
 
Details...Bookmark
19th Century News Publications, Woodcut Prints for Lighthouses, Lightships & Lifesaving Stations (6)4305 - 19th Century News Publications, Woodcut Prints for Lighthouses, Lightships & Lifesaving Stations (6)
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) Iron Lighthouse, Cape Canaveral, Florida, Engineering Magazine, Sept 14, 1866; 2) Light-Houses, the manufacturer & builder journal; 3) Modern...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Harper's Weekly - Sea Rescue Woodcut Prints  [139465]4306 - Harper's Weekly - Sea Rescue Woodcut Prints [139465]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1) "Life-Boats to the Rescue", Dec. 1, 1877, 22 x 16-1/2 inches; 2) "Out of the Deep", September 18, 1880, 22 x 16-1/2 inches; 3...
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 40.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 180.00
 
 
Details...Bookmark
Western Steamer Ephemera  [134778]4307 - Western Steamer Ephemera [134778]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 5. Includes: Northwestern Steamship Co. first class ticket on the SS Saratoga; souvenir paper cup from the North Pacific Steamship Company; 191
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
Details...Bookmark
Sailor's Framed Nautical Display  [137567]4308 - Sailor's Framed Nautical Display [137567]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Perfect gift for boatman or sailor in your life. Framed display of nautical items, sailor's knots--Bowline on a Bight, Boatswain's Noose, O...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 80.00
Sold to P******0 for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
Details...Bookmark
Clipper Ship Electric Clock  [146049]4309 - Clipper Ship Electric Clock [146049]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Made by the United Clock Corporation of Brooklyn, New York, this metal masted clipper ship provides charm, novelty and accuracy. 19 inches long, 16 in
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
Details...Bookmark
Early Airline Ephemera  [134448]4310 - Early Airline Ephemera [134448]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 8. Includes: Pan American Rainbow Service food menu; Japan Air Lines holiday greetings card; KLM (Royal Dutch Airlines) brochure in the shape o
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to l*******c for (60.00 + 15.00BP) = 75.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Envelope: Authentic Depictions of "Graf Zeppelin Flight"  [146781]4311 - Envelope: Authentic Depictions of "Graf Zeppelin Flight" [146781]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Authentic Depictions of "Graf Zeppelin Flight", on an envelope, replete with three (3) Green-colored official U.S. Postage 50-cent stamps....
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (110.00 + 27.50BP) = 137.50
 
Details...Bookmark
Historic Airplane Photos  [143523]4312 - Historic Airplane Photos [143523]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of over 15 black and white 8 x 10 glossy photographs of vintage aviation. Varney Air Ferry aircraft; Pan American Clipper flying over the Golden G
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to d*******f for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
Details...Bookmark
Aviation Prints; c. 1940s-50s  [146405]4313 - Aviation Prints; c. 1940s-50s [146405]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Various prints of airplanes including military and commercial planes. They include seventeen lithograph prints that feature mostly WWII Nazi and Japan
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
Details...Bookmark
Jeffery Motor Truck Catalog  [134463]4314 - Jeffery Motor Truck Catalog [134463]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Great early catalog, full of illustrations of various vehicles offered for sale from the company. "Motor Trucks, 3/4 and 1 1/2 Ton and the Famo...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 300.00
Sold to b********o.. for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Foreign Automobile Club Insignias  [145417]4315 - Foreign Automobile Club Insignias [145417]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of two metal insignias from foreign car clubs. 1) "Real Automovil Club De Guipuzcoa" round gear with a crown on top, No. 601. 4 1/2 in...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
Details...Bookmark
Jousting Cars Medal  [143883]4316 - Jousting Cars Medal [143883]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Jousting Cars medal w/ribbon w/Detroitia enamel centerpiece. No marks on back. 1920s. Note: Detroitia was a Detroit service organization made up of
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
Details...Bookmark
Gas Station Paper Scrip, Ration Cards, & Business Cards  [134861]4317 - Gas Station Paper Scrip, Ration Cards, & Business Cards [134861]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 6. Includes: Johnny's Esso Service Station, Montevideo, VA, 50c IT scrip; WWII-era Gasoline Ration Card, unused; and 4 business cards (AM...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 120.00
Sold to d*******f for (30.00 + 7.50BP) = 37.50
 
Details...Bookmark
Vintage Automotive Equipment Catalog  [145809]4318 - Vintage Automotive Equipment Catalog [145809]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Catalog No. 152 from the Holbrook, Merrill & Stetson company of San Francisco. 299 pages soft cover offering every part imaginable for automobil...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to n*******4 for (80.00 + 17.60BP) = 97.60
 
Details...Bookmark
Auto Related Ephemera from the 1960s  [143527]4319 - Auto Related Ephemera from the 1960s [143527]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
GMC truck brochures, and Pontiac sales material from the 1960s. About 20 pieces. Date: Country (if not USA): State: City: Provenance:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to d*******f for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
Details...Bookmark