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AUCTION
Holabird-Kagin Americana
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2012 Hot August Auction
2012 Hot August Auction
Auction Currency
USD
Auction Location
Atlantis Casino Resort ~ 3800 S. Virginia Street
,
Reno
,
Nevada
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89502
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United States
Auction Details
Highlights of the sale include:
1. A new discovery of an early, c 1876-7 photo of the Earp family with all of the Earp brothers and their father Nicholas.
2. The Ken and Rosemary Roberts miners candlestick collection containing some of the finest miners candlesticks ever made
3. The best saloon section we’ve ever had – including a fantastic collection of embossed saloon bottles put away for 40 years
4. The largest (by far!) antique American silver ingot, nearly 500 ounces – from Denver!
5. “Discovery” ingots from collections all over America
6. Western mining broadsides, lithographs and maps – the best selection of rarities ever offered at one time.
7. Western Art – five spectacular oil paintings in the style of Russell in oversized mural format by Franz Trevors, from the Palace Club, Reno, 1943-4.
8. Gaming – rare early slot machine (1910), chip collections, antique equipment and broadsides
9. Bawdy & Brothel- rare Mustang Ranch “gold card”, ultra rare early brothel tokens highlighted by the Goldfield “rooster”
10. Western broadsides – the best ever seen at auction – Tahoe, Virginia City, Reno, Pioneer societies, brewery advertising and more
11. Gold and gold ore specimens from major collections
12. Nevada Railroad Collection- The fantastic Jacobitz Collection of lamps, locks, keys, photographs and documents. Perhaps the best collection ever assembled!
13. Humboldt Soda Works Archive from Winnemucca. An original collection of hundreds of original etched and silk screened seltzer bottles for the back bars in saloons dating from c1890 to 1919 (Prohibition) and another batch that post-dates Prohibition.
14. Mining and Assay catalog collection
15. Major World’s Fair ephemera & So Called Dollars collections
16. Original hoard of Morgan Dollars from a Reno Casino in the early days and a $50 Augustus Humbert Pioneer gold piece.
17. Rare western tokens. The best of the best.
Invoicing and lot pick up will NOT be available at the live auction.
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701 -
Chafey Hotel Key NV - Chafey,2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
An old skeleton key to room 12 at the Chafey Hotel. - Jacobitz Collection -59865
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 9***6 for
(225.00 + 43.88BP) =
268.88
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Gray Eagle MC Clerk's Record Safe NV - Cherry Creek,White Pine County - c1878 - 2012aug - General Am
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 2: 1) large metal constructed box, almost appears that it was an early ballot box with slot in the lid. Lettered as "Gray Eagle Mining C...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to 9*********n for
(500.00 + 97.50BP) =
597.50
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Nevada Coal Company Archive NV - Coaldale,Esmeralda County - 1905 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Well over 100 pieces within this archive of: correspondence; payroll distributions; checks and receipts; vouchers; numerous legal documents such as no
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to V********e for
(175.00 + 34.13BP) =
209.13
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Borax Smith Documents NV - Columbus,Esmeralda County - 1877 - 2012aug - General Americana
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Lot of 6, including 2 covers, one from Wells Fargo addressed to a party in Disco, Michigan, the other is a rare full ad for Smith Brothers Borax and a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to b*******n for
(150.00 + 29.25BP) =
179.25
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Columbus District Stock Certificates NV - Columbus,Esmeralda County - 1882 - 2012aug - General Ameri
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 3 certificates from the Columbus Mining District. 1) Issuance of 50 shares at $100 per by Mt Porosi Consolidated Mining Company to S.B. Wakefie
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to u******y for
(200.00 + 39.00BP) =
239.00
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Columbus Philatelic Collection NV - Columbus,Esmeralda County - - 2012aug - General Americana
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Lot of 12 from Columbus, Nevada: 1) a sheet with the rules to be observed in executing the enclosed oath. 2) a copy of the oath taken by prospective p
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
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Mt Diablo Stock Certificates NV - Columbus,Esmeralda County - 1881 - 2012aug - General Americana
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Lot of 3 including 2 stock certificates and correspondence from the mine superintendant. 1) Stock issuance for 20 shares at $100 per of Mt Diablo Mini
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
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Wells Fargo Express Handstamp NV - Cornucopia,Elko County - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Display of the Wells Fargo Express handstamp and money package letter from 1879. Including Professional certification of authenticity. 13.5" x 13
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to 9***0 for
(900.00 + 175.50BP) =
1,075.50
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Circus Handbill *Territorial* NV - Dayton,Lyon County - 1864 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
According to the Nevada Printing History by Robert D. Armstrong, the July 5 show attracted some 200 people, who only paid enough for each performer to
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 1***4 for
(550.00 + 107.25BP) =
657.25
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710 -
Wells Fargo Wax Sealer NV - Dayton,Lyon County - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
A 4" tall, wooden handled metal wax sealer: "WELLS FARGO & CO./ EXPRESS/ DAYTON/ NEV." - Jacobitz Collection -59710
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to 8***3 for
(1,600.00 + 312.00BP) =
1,912.00
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Elko and White Pine Transportation Pass and Tokens NV - Elko, - - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 3: Extremely rare stage coach pass issued in 1898 to T.J. Osborne signed by B.F. Miller, general manager. The card shows the company officers:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 9***6 for
(700.00 + 136.50BP) =
836.50
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Gold Circle Elko County Nevada NV - Elko,c1920 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Large framed original print of one of Elko County's original town sites, known as the "Gold Circle," which became the Gold Mining town...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to R*****n for
(500.00 + 97.50BP) =
597.50
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Mountain City Mining Co. Elko NV - Elko, - c1870 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Leather wrapped cover, Stock Certificates book. The Mountain City Mining Co. hailed from Cope District, Elko County Nevada. The stock sales were slate
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to 3***2 for
(1,000.00 + 195.00BP) =
1,195.00
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Elko County Hunting License NV - Elko County,1917 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Rare. - Jacobitz Collection -60499
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to 9***6 for
(225.00 + 43.88BP) =
268.88
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Bank of Ely Seal NV - Ely,White Pine County - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
4" long black, carved, wooden handle stamp: "BANK OF ELY/ INC/ SEAL/ EAST ELY, NEVADA." - Jacobitz Collection -59585
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 750.00
Sold to 9***0 for
(250.00 + 48.75BP) =
298.75
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Lot Withdrawn - , - - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 32. -58880
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Start Price : 0.00
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Ely Copper Spoons NV - Ely,White Pine County - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 4 wonder souvenir spoons in copper. Stem embossing includes a relief of The Steptoe Mining and Smelting Company, two with prospector figures an
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to g********_.. for
(160.00 + 31.20BP) =
191.20
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Ely Group NV - Ely,White Pine County - - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 31 items, including 17 stock certificates: Ely-Witch; Montana-Nevada Copper Company; Ely Consolidated Copper Company 2; St. Lawrence Mining Com
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 4***0 for
(300.00 + 58.50BP) =
358.50
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Ely Spoons NV - Ely,White Pine County - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 3 from Ely, measuring from 3.5" to 5.5". They are sterling and one is embossed with the Copper Flat Pit, while the others have the na
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to m********y for
(250.00 + 48.75BP) =
298.75
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Nevada Consolidated Copper Co. Enameled Sign NV - Ely,White Pine County - c1933-1942 - 2012aug - Gen
Holabird-Kagin Americana
According to Nevadanorthernrailway.net, "The Nevada Consolidated Copper Company was incorporated on 17 November 1904 with 1 million shares, value
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to 9*********n for
(600.00 + 117.00BP) =
717.00
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721 -
Empire City Ledger NV - Empire,Washoe County - 1874 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Leather covered Ledger book, approx. 13" x 8.5" x 1" thick. Inside leaf reads "Property of S.E. Jones Empire City Nevada" in
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to R*****n for
(200.00 + 39.00BP) =
239.00
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Chief Deputy Sheriff Badge NV - Esmeralda County,2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Six pointed brass badge with blue lettering. - Jacobitz Collection -59790
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to j****t for
(275.00 + 53.63BP) =
328.63
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723 -
Deputy Sheriff Badge NV - Esmeralda County,2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
1.75" tall. - Jacobitz Collection -59869
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 2***7 for
(275.00 + 53.63BP) =
328.63
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724 -
Deputy Sheriff Badge NV - Esmeralda County, - - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Smith and Warren Co. of 70 Fulton St. in N.Y.C. made this 2" tall badge. Moderate wear indicates this badge saw a lot of use in its day. - Jacobi
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to 9***5 for
(225.00 + 43.88BP) =
268.88
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Esmeralda County Hunting License NV - Esmeralda County,1914 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Unusual shape. Nice condition, unique. - Jacobitz Collection -60497
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to m********8 for
(250.00 + 48.75BP) =
298.75
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726 -
Albion & Monumental Stock Certificates NV - Eureka, - 1882 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 2, including the issuance of 500 shares of capital stock at $100 per to D.B. Chisolm. It is signed by Chisolm as secretary and by the vice pres
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to u******y for
(200.00 + 39.00BP) =
239.00
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Eureka Abstract and Tax Roll NV - Eureka,1891 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 2: 1) An abstract statement from the quarterly assessment rolls of the proceeds of the mines. In all, there are reports on the 32 mines in the
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to 6*****b for
(75.00 + 14.63BP) =
89.63
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Eureka Bank Documents NV - Eureka, - 1896 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 16 checks, 1 cover, 2 bank statements, 2 express bills, a bank envelope and one photograph, all related to the town of Eureka. The checks are f
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
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Eureka Consolidated and South Eureka Stock Certificates NV - Eureka, - 1872 - 2012aug - General Amer
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 2 certificates, including an issuance of 100 shares of Eureka Consolidated Mining Company at $100 per share to L.J. Reinheimer, dated 17 April
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to p********n for
(275.00 + 53.63BP) =
328.63
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Eureka Ephemera & Photos NV - Eureka, - c1882 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Multiple receipt documents, 3 photos, Eureka foil seal and 3 "Beautific Lodge 62nd Anniversary Ball Tickets. The assorted Receipts are from such
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Start Price : 200.00 | Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
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Eureka Newspapers NV - Eureka, - 1878 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Group of 45 copies of the Eureka Daily Sentinel, dated consecutively from November 11 to December 25, 1879. Each is 4-6 pages in length. Column headin
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
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Eureka Photos & Documents NV - Eureka, - 1881 1881 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot contains an album with several RPCs and documents relating to the town of Eureka. Photos include The Hotel Cadow, a winter scene of Main Street, a
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
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Eureka Stock Certificates NV - Eureka,1883 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 3: 1) 100 shares of Wales Consolidated Gold & Silver Mining Company issued to H.N. Noble Co. 18 August 1883 and signed by company secretary
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
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734 -
Eureka Western Federation of Miners Ribbon NV - Eureka, - c1907 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Framed Ribbon medal from the WF of M, Eureka Miner`s Union, No. 265. Eureka had the distinction of being the Number 2 producer in the State behind the
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to k********s for
(1,400.00 + 273.00BP) =
1,673.00
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Jackson Hotel Photograph NV - Eureka, - 1890 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
The town of Eureka was first settled in 1864 by silver prospectors from the nearby Austin settlement when they discovered silver-lead ore in Prospect
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to h***1 for
(225.00 + 43.88BP) =
268.88
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736 -
Locking Canvas Mailbag NV - Eureka, - 1905 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is indeed a rare and unique item. It`s a locking canvas mailbag from the Oriental & Belmont Mine in Eureka, Nevada. The piece measures 21&a...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to c********e for
(475.00 + 92.63BP) =
567.63
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Mining Claims Map NV - Eureka,1882 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
The claims in the district are indicated in various colors. The map is paper backed with linen, designed and produced by T.J. Read, C.E. Printed by Br
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to p********n for
(1,050.00 + 204.75BP) =
1,254.75
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738 -
Mining Laws Prospect Mountain NV - Eureka,1880 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Handwritten manuscript outlining the mining laws set down by mine owners in the Spring Valley section of the Prospect Mountain Mining District. The do
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to V********e for
(200.00 + 39.00BP) =
239.00
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739 -
Nob Hill Fire Department Collection NV - Eureka,2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Connie Hicks, longtime resident and historian of Eureka, wrote that "The April 24, 1879 edition of the Eureka Sentinel newspaper reported that af
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Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
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Unused Fancy 1800s Eureka Ledger NV - Eureka, - - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Unused fancy leather ledger from Eureka, with “Mortgagors Chattel/ A/ Eureka Co.” in gilt on front cover and spine. Very attractive, about 10” x 15” x
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 7***3 for
(170.00 + 33.15BP) =
203.15
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Wells Fargo Office Photo Post Card NV - Eureka,2012aug - General Americana
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Taken at the Eureka Depot October 11, 1913, unwritten. - Jacobitz Collection -59877
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to H***1 for
(375.00 + 73.13BP) =
448.13
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742 -
Eureka County Hunting Licenses NV - Eureka County,1911, 1913 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 2. One from 1913, the other 1911. - Jacobitz Collection -60493
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to J****r for
(300.00 + 58.50BP) =
358.50
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Mining Co. Stock Certificates Book NV - Fallon,Churchill County - 1940 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Stock Certificates Book from the Dan Tucker Extension Mining Company, issued Certificates with receipts, numbers 1-100. These are listed in various de
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to p********h.. for
(150.00 + 29.25BP) =
179.25
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Police and Fire Badges NV - Fallon,Churchill County - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 7: 3 Police badges. Measure about 3” with an image of an eagle and the seal of Nevada. 4) Fire Department NAAS Fallon, Fireman badge. Measures
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to 8***1 for
(350.00 + 68.25BP) =
418.25
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Four Eureka Mines Stock Certificates NV - Foley's Hill,Lander County - 1872 - 2012aug - General Amer
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 4, including a certificate for 50 shares of capital stock in the Corona Consolidated Mining Company at $100 per, issued to E. A. Richardson and
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to u******y for
(150.00 + 29.25BP) =
179.25
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746 -
Franktown Hotel Token NV - Franktown,Washoe County - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Obv.: Franktown/ Hotel/ Franktown,/ Nev.; rev.: Good For/ 5c/ In Trade. Uncirculated condition, rare in this condition. - Jacobitz Collection -60470
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 800.00
Sold to 9***3 for
(275.00 + 53.63BP) =
328.63
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747 -
Sword Cane NV - Gardnerville,Douglas County - c1890 c1880 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Milos “Sharkey” Begovich (1926-2002) worked for Bill Harrah’s Lake Tahoe casino in various positions from 1956-1963. He later owned his own casino, Sh
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to t********n.. for
(1,250.00 + 243.75BP) =
1,493.75
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748 -
Wells Fargo Express Wax Sealer NV - Genoa,Douglas County - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
A form of “stamp” used by Wells Fargo to place a protected seal on a (usually money) package. Other Wells Fargo handstamps were used only for mail, an
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to t********n.. for
(1,050.00 + 204.75BP) =
1,254.75
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The Big Swede Gold Mines Co. Stock Certificates and Meeting Minutes Books NV - Gilbert,Esmeralda Cou
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 2: Meeting Minutes of Corporate formation, officers, etc. of the Company. These are type-written, up to page 25. Stock Certificates book has re
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to f*******d for
(275.00 + 53.63BP) =
328.63
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Assayer F.W. Blake Letters NV - Golconda,Huboldt County - c1869-1870 - 2012aug - General Americana
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of letters, several with their covers included, written by Frank W. Blake assayer. Several discuss gold in Golconda, where, “In 1869 Blake took a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to p********n for
(900.00 + 175.50BP) =
1,075.50
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