Denver Old West Auction

Auction Details

This year's 21st annual event includes over 380 lots of fine Cowboy, Indian and Western art, antiques, artifacts and collectables. This year's auction includes select items from the Roy Rogers - Dale Evans Museum collection, including Roy's personal firearms and hunting collections, Dale's famous gun rig and Colt, the couples' 1964 Lincoln convertible and Roy's last motorcycle. This year also boasts an impressive collection of 19th and early 20th century Northern Plains beaded Native American artifacts; fine Western art from the 1800s to the present (inlcuding such noted artists as John Moyers, Nick Eggenhofer, Charlie Russel, Will James, Eric Michaels and others); and bits, saddles, spurs and other fine cowboy trappings.

Purchasing Firearms – The Basics

Brian Lebel’s Old West Auction follows all Federal, State and Local laws regarding the sale of firearms. It is your responsibility to follow any applicable state and local laws pertaining to your state of residence.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATFE) is the Federal body governing the sale of firearms. There is a wealth of information on their website at: www.atf.gov.
Following is an overview for those wishing to bid on firearms at the Old West Auction.
There are 2 basic categories of firearms: Antique and Modern.
Antique firearms are those manufactured prior to Dec. 31, 1898.
• Anyone may purchase an antique firearm.
• You may take possession of an antique firearm at the auction (after you pay for it, of course), or they may be shipped directly to your home or business address. Packing, shipping and insurance charges will apply.
• You should never attempt to fire an antique firearm (or any used firearm) without a prior inspection by a reputable firearms expert.
Modern firearms are those manufactured after Dec., 31, 1898.
Modern firearms must be transferred by our licensed FFL (Federal Firearms License) dealer to a licensed FFL holder. The Old West Auction has retained the services of Pete Erickson of Frontier Americana of Fargo to serve as our licensed FFL dealer for initiating transfers.
Federal law dictates that our dealer (Pete) MUST ship current modern firearms from his business premises to a licensed FFL dealer, in the buyer’s home state. Before Pete can ship the firearm to your dealer, he must first receive a copy of your dealer’s FFL license.
Please note, UPS requires that all modern handguns (handguns only, not long guns) be shipped via Next Day service. Transfer and Shipping charges will be assessed as follows:
All modern shipped firearms will be assessed a $25 packing, handling and insurance fee;
Hand guns will be charged a $30 shipping fee;
Long guns will be charged a $55 shipping fee.
When your firearm arrives at the licensed dealer in your home state, it is that dealer’s responsibility to run a Federal background check (known as a NICS check) before you can take possession of the firearm. It is customary for the receiving dealer to charge a fee for processing the receipt of your firearm, this fee varies from dealer to dealer and state to state.
If you have any questions or concerns about purchasing firearms at the Old West Auction, you may contact Pete Erickson, Frontier Americana of Fargo, at (701) 261-4434. Pete will be on-site at the Old West Show and Auction.
If you would like to learn more about the federal regulations regarding the sale of firearms, please visit the BATFE’s website at www.atf.gov.

International Buyers: We will not ship any package containing a firearm to any location outside of the United States. Buyers outside the U.S. must make their own shipping arrangements, taking full risk for the transportation of any firearm.
Purchasers of firearms should please refer to the Terms & Conditions for legal and shipping information.
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Important Buck Jones’ Personal Edward H. Bohlin Filigreed Longhorn and Ruby Buckle1 - Important Buck Jones’ Personal Edward H. Bohlin Filigreed Longhorn and Ruby Buckle
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Undeniably one of the earliest and most important Bohlin filigreed buckles extant, this Pat No. 156 is pictured and described in the very first (1927)
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 7,500.00 - 10,000.00
Sold to floor for (8,000.00) = 8,000.00
 
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Tom Mix Lot 2 - Tom Mix Lot
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a) The Miracle Rider framed 1935 lithograph movie poster. One sheet, linen mounted. Excellent condition and color; b) Business card, very scarce, only
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,000.00) = 2,000.00
 
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Tom Mix Screen Worn Hat3 - Tom Mix Screen Worn Hat
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Pre-dating Mix’s promotional agreement with Stetson, this circa 1916 atypical black cowboy hat with white ribbon band, leather hat band and cream colo
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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Tom Mix Items4 - Tom Mix Items
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a) One of Tom’s signature shirts, brown with bib front; b) Two pair of Tom’s pants. His classic styling with slashes on legs. PROVENANCE: Oglie Zavat
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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The Original Fred Mueller Saddlery Store Sign5 - The Original Fred Mueller Saddlery Store Sign
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The original sign from the Fred Mueller building in Denver, measuring 10’ 2” x 32 1/2”
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,000.00) = 3,000.00
 
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Rare Maker-Marked Canon City Prison Bit6 - Rare Maker-Marked Canon City Prison Bit
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Colorado Penitentiary made German silver overlaid curb bit stamped with prisoner No. 20344 and Deaf Mute inside the cheek. According to Patrice Maul a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 900.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (1,000.00) = 1,000.00
 
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Wm S. Hart Lot7 - Wm S. Hart Lot
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Framed Sash with photo, handwritten letter with envelope, misc photos, framed postcards, etc.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,000.00 - 6,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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19th Century Gambler’s Fantasy Lot8 - 19th Century Gambler’s Fantasy Lot
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a) Celluloid box 73/4” x 41/2” x 11/2” – yellowed color with black and red card suits on the top, celluloid tortoise trim and under cover, 2 modern ca
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,000.00) = 1,000.00
 
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Gambler’s Boots with Silver Spot Spurs9 - Gambler’s Boots with Silver Spot Spurs
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Special order, fancy 1930s gambling-inspired boots with brown shafts and inlaid yellow, green, blue, white, and red, and good luck symbols including d
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to natural_ha.. for (2,750.00 + 550.00BP) = 3,300.00
 
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Chuck-a-Luck and 1870s Stationery Case10 - Chuck-a-Luck and 1870s Stationery Case
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a) Wooden stationery case measuring 12” x 7” x 3”, double ink wells (one broken and repaired) with swivel tops, brass and ivory adornments, single dra
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Crockett Parade Spurs11 - Crockett Parade Spurs
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Flashy sterling overlaid stainless steel parade spurs with 17/8” solid nickel cloverleaf rowels, 11/4” Bohlin style swinging buttons and two-piece lea
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,400.00) = 1,400.00
 
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Kelly Bros Gooseneck Spurs12 - Kelly Bros Gooseneck Spurs
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Maker-marked Pattern No. 38 with brass & nickel heads, engraved nickel feathers, upturned buttons, 11/2”, 5 pt star rowels, floral carved two-pi...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (800.00) = 800.00
 
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Jerry Cates Texas Spurs13 - Jerry Cates Texas Spurs
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Numbered 1642 these custom 11/8” band spurs have 21/4” rowels and chap guard. Overlaid with the brand JP on one side and JAMES on the other. JP over s
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to bambitheth.. for (1,200.00 + 240.00BP) = 1,440.00
 
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Canon City Horseshoe Spurs14 - Canon City Horseshoe Spurs
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Heavy, full-mounted Colorado penitentiary spurs with German silver inlays, 14-pt rowels, upturned stationary buttons. Very good condition, no straps,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (4,250.00) = 4,250.00
 
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John McCabe, Hollywood Longhorn Buckle15 - John McCabe, Hollywood Longhorn Buckle
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Rare and very early John Mc Cabe, Hollywood maker-marked sterling silver belt buckle with gold longhorn inset and ruby eyes. 1 3/4” x 2 1/2”. Artistic
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,000.00) = 3,000.00
 
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Frankie Paul Silver Saddle16 - Frankie Paul Silver Saddle
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Produced by both Paul and Bob Brown. Conchos are diamond and raspberry shaped. Breast collar, saddle, taps all marked with the Arcadia, Calif, mark. H
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,500.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (3,250.00) = 3,250.00
 
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Hermann Heiser Saddle17 - Hermann Heiser Saddle
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Brown floral carved, round skirt, well maker-marked Heiser, Denver, Cheyenne roll, rawhide laced horn. Fine condition, c. 1930s.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to senahauer for (800.00 + 160.00BP) = 960.00
 
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1890s Wyoming Prison Horsehair Bridle18 - 1890s Wyoming Prison Horsehair Bridle
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This 19th century Laramie, Wyoming Territorial bridle features black, white and polychrome diamond accents with 13 tassels, rounded headband, double-c
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,500.00) = 3,500.00
 
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Deerlodge, Montana Horsehair Bridle19 - Deerlodge, Montana Horsehair Bridle
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Showy 1900s hitched-braided penitentiary made Wyoming horsehair bridle with tassels and atypical red field, polychrome geometrics of pink, orange, bla
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00) = 1,700.00
 
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Joe De Yong Illustration20 - Joe De Yong Illustration
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Christmas Stage . 10” x 14 1/4” image, framed and matted to 19 1/2” x 24 1/2”. Pen & Ink on paper, mounted on artist board. Signed lower right...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to unjardinier for (1,000.00 + 200.00BP) = 1,200.00
 
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Joe De Yong Illustration21 - Joe De Yong Illustration
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Wash Day . 9” x 11 1/2”, framed and matted (no glass) to 16 1/2” x 18 1/2”. Signed and titled lower right. PROVENANCE: Ex: Richard Flood Collection
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (900.00) = 900.00
 
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Lot of 4 Joe De Yong Drawings22 - Lot of 4 Joe De Yong Drawings
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a) 2 Dogs , 5” x 8”, framed and matted to 8 1/2” x 11”. Pen & Ink on paper. Signed lower right; b) The Harpist, 5 1/4” x 4 1/4”, framed to ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (800.00) = 800.00
 
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Fred Harman (1902-1982)23 - Fred Harman (1902-1982)
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A Fixer Upper. 20” x 26”. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right, with CA mark, dated ’41.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Fred Harman ( 1902-1982)24 - Fred Harman ( 1902-1982)
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The Leaning Post. 27” x 21”. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right, dated ’41.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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R.C. Harrington (20th Century American)25 - R.C. Harrington (20th Century American)
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Shooting the Rapids . 20” x 18” framed to 26” x 23”. Oil on canvas. Signed lower left. Late 19th to early 20th century.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,400.00) = 1,400.00
 
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George Kennedy Brandriff26 - George Kennedy Brandriff
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Street Scene. 4 3/4” x 6” image size; 9 3/4” x 8 1/8” paper size. Framed to 10 3/4” x 8 3/4”. Mixed media on paper. Inscribed below image: To Mrs.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (400.00) = 400.00
 
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Nicholas Firfires27 - Nicholas Firfires
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Concord Coach. 20” x 24” framed to 28 1/2” x 32 1/2”. Oil on Canvas. Signed lower left with CA Original label verso.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to unjardinier for (3,250.00 + 650.00BP) = 3,900.00
 
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Nicholas Firfires28 - Nicholas Firfires
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Snapping Him Out. 18” x 24” framed to 26” x 32”. Oil on Canvas. Signed lower left with CA dated 1970. Original label verso.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (4,000.00) = 4,000.00
 
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Nicholas Firfires29 - Nicholas Firfires
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The Cattle Buyer. 16” x 20” Oil on Canvas . Signed lower left with CA.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,800.00 - 2,400.00
Sold to unjardinier for (1,500.00 + 300.00BP) = 1,800.00
 
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Olaf Wieghorst (1889-1988)30 - Olaf Wieghorst (1889-1988)
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Heapahorses . 10” x 7 1/2” framed and matted to 17” x 15”. Mixed media on paper. Signed lower left O-W To the Mullins with best wishes Olaf Wieghor
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,300.00) = 1,300.00
 
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Nick Eggenhofer (1897-1985)31 - Nick Eggenhofer (1897-1985)
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Indian Portrait. 6 1/4” x 5 3/4” framed to 14 1/4” square. Watercolor/mixed media. Signed lower right NE.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,000.00) = 2,000.00
 
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First Lot of 3 R. Farrington Elwell Portraits32 - First Lot of 3 R. Farrington Elwell Portraits
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a) Sioux Chief; b) Blackfoot Medicine Man; c) Indian Scout (US Army); 20” x 15” each. All mixed media on paper. Original frames with titles on rever
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Second Lot of 3 R. Farrington Elwell Portraits33 - Second Lot of 3 R. Farrington Elwell Portraits
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a) Old Frontier Trapper; b) US Trooper (1870 Period); c) Halfbreed Trapper; 20” x 15” each. All mixed media on paper. Original frames with titles on
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,000.00) = 2,000.00
 
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Stephen C. Elliott34 - Stephen C. Elliott
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The Royal Family. 60” x 48” Oil on board. Signed lower right .
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,000.00 - 6,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Raphael L. Lillywhite (1891-1958)35 - Raphael L. Lillywhite (1891-1958)
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21” x 16” framed to 24” x 19”. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right, dated -29 .
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00) = 1,700.00
 
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Richard Stewart (20th Century American)36 - Richard Stewart (20th Century American)
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Change of Seasons . 24” x 36” framed to 32” x 44” Oil on canvas. Signed lower left R. Stewart.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Thomas deDecker (b. 1951)37 - Thomas deDecker (b. 1951)
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Camped Below Falcon Pass . 24” x 30” Oil on board . Signed lower left.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,000.00) = 2,000.00
 
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Grant Speed38 - Grant Speed
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The Bronc Rider, 12 1/4” tall not including the bookend base. Bronze. Holds a copy of From Broncs to Bronzes - The Life’s Work of Grant Speed, by D
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to floor for (1,000.00) = 1,000.00
 
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Pat Mathiesen39 - Pat Mathiesen
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Navajo Squaw Dance . 16 1/2” tall. Painted bronze. 10 of 25.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
Sold to floor for (900.00) = 900.00
 
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Gilbert Beall (b. 1952)40 - Gilbert Beall (b. 1952)
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The Maverick. 6 1/4” (h) x 7 1/2” (w) x 6” (d). Bronze. 75/300. NCA ’88. On wood base.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 800.00
Sold to darrenzueger for (300.00 + 60.00BP) = 360.00
 
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Joe Beeler Letter41 - Joe Beeler Letter
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Mixed Media color drawing of cowboy (Joe) in the mesquite. 11” x 8 1/2” handwritten letter on paper and mounted on board, framed to 19” x 17”. Dated 1
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 900.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor for (600.00) = 600.00
 
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Gene Autry Commemorative Single Action42 - Gene Autry Commemorative Single Action
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Issued by the U.S. Historical Society, Richmond, Virginia and manufactured by Uberti – Italy. This is a .45 cal., 4 3/4” replica of a Colt Single Act
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,400.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Gene Autry Rodeo Saddle with Martingale43 - Gene Autry Rodeo Saddle with Martingale
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By Ed G. Gilmore - No. Hollywood, Calif. Floral carved Southern California saddle has a Cheyenne roll, 15” seat, bright light leather with deep toolin
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (4,000.00) = 4,000.00
 
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Mike Wick, Silver City, NM complete Saddle Ensemble44 - Mike Wick, Silver City, NM complete Saddle Ensemble
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Comprised of a high back loop-seat, square skirt, Rocky Mountain style saddle plus matching pommel bags, saddlebags, scabbard and headstall with caval
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (4,000.00) = 4,000.00
 
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Three Braided Rawhide Reatas45 - Three Braided Rawhide Reatas
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a) Twisted rawhide reata, appx 22’ (bottom); b) Braided rawhide reata, appx. 52’ (top;) c) Rare F.M. Stern, San Jose braided reata with great early
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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Hermann Heiser Roping Saddle46 - Hermann Heiser Roping Saddle
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Rich russet brown Colorado saddle with waffle stamping, long strings and great patina. Fine condition c. 1930s.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
Sold to floor for (2,000.00) = 2,000.00
 
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Tracy Roberts Hdw Co., Carlsbad, N.M.47 - Tracy Roberts Hdw Co., Carlsbad, N.M.
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Extremely rare example of an early 1900s New Mexican saddle. Slick fork, high back, basket and floral carved, eight slotted conchos with latigo string
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,400.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to floor for (5,000.00) = 5,000.00
 
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Pair of Vintage Miniature Saddles48 - Pair of Vintage Miniature Saddles
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a) 1950s Texas Salesman Sample Saddle maker-marked SAM’S / WESTERN SHOP/ BEAUMONT, TEXAS. Basketstamped saddle is 9 1/2” long, 5 1/4” wide with tapade
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor for (500.00) = 500.00
 
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Three (3) Pairs of Fancy Cowboy Boots49 - Three (3) Pairs of Fancy Cowboy Boots
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a) Stewart Romero, Hollywood, California Indian Chief Boots, 12” high with 4 Indians wearing full headdress inlaid in white, green and yellow, outline
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,600.00) = 1,600.00
 
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101 Ranch Shotgun50 - 101 Ranch Shotgun
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Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. - Norwich, Conn - U.S.A. double barrel, 10 gauge, with 23” damascus barrels, action tight. Marked 101 in several places...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to 1OldSalt for (3,000.00 + 600.00BP) = 3,600.00
 
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