2012 December Americana & Numismatic Auction

Three original unused photo postcards of Fourth of July scenes, 2 Pitts photos, SF, and one unidentified photographer. 2 street views and one tug of w

July 24, 1864 - Two early deeds from the Nevada Territory. Both involve sales of mine property to Martin Levy in Aurora. One is signed by Frank Firth

c1909-1914 - This lot features 2 fantastic post cards hand-marked and dated from Bodie. The fact that these cards are used--unlike most Bodie RPCs tha

c1900 - The first glass negative was produced in 1839 by John Herschel, the English mathematician, astronomer, chemist, experimental photographer and

c1880 - Hardcover book with claps. 15 pages of small portrait photographs. These photos feature medium contrast and sharp focus. Many produced and pub

c1900 - Lot of 9 images of Austin, NV. These images measure from 4” x 2.5” to 8.25” x 6.25” and the largest is affixed to a green mat. Images feature

C1870 - Lot of 67 various Assay receipts for ores from the mines under contract to the Manhattan SM Co. Of Nevada. Each receipt is signed by the consi

1868 - Lot of 11 Revenue Stamped, both state and federal, documents. Stamps featured on the items include, R36 R3 Blue 10 cent Inland Exchange, R24 R3

1866 - Incorporated in 1865 under the laws of the State of New York. Certificate No. 381 issued to E.R. Pelton for 20 shares. Signed by Richard Amerma

1920s - This is a lot containing several items relating to mining operations in the Beatty Nevada area. The collection includes letters, telegrams, re