2013 April Treasures & Tribes Auction

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Welcome to another great sale!

This sale offers some of the best collections ever assembled in a number of different collecting categories.


Numismatics and Gold

Jack Totheroh Period I Cal Fractional Collection. The best collection of Period One California Fractional Gold coins since the Jay Roe Sale.

The Jack Totheroh Numismatic Library. Hundreds of catalogs dating back to 1859 containing sales of Cal Fractional Gold coins.

Bergen/Istvan Cal Fractional Collection. One of the best registry (unofficial) sets ever assembled of Period One and Two Cal Fractional Gold. 70% of this collection consists of the finest or second-finest known coins.

The Finest Known M.E. Hart Coins of the Golden West.

Ingots. A number of unique ingots of varying metals from several old collections.

California Gold Rush Artifact and gold specimen Collection. Wonderful lots from an old collection of gold in quartz jewelry, artifacts, nuggets, and specimens.

Currency. Interesting and unusual currency items and ephemera, including an 1837 broadside for a bank buying currency from other banks from the “hard-times period.”

Mormon Currency Collection

Mormon Currency Collection. The most important group of Mormon Currency assembled since the famous Ford Sale, and possibly better!

Native American Collections

The Grandma Ness Panamint Basket Collection. One of the finest collections ever assembled, held by the weaver’s family for three generations.

The Tahoe-Wovoka Estate Collection. Contains fabulous Native American artistry, from exceptional baskets to priceless art.

The Yosemite Trading Post Collection. A wonderful collection of the contents of the Yosemite Trading Post when it closed decades ago, assembled by long-time Lee Vining residents.

The American West Collection. A group of exceptional large baskets from the founding family of one of America’s largest corporations.

Vinegar Library of Native American Art and History. Fabulous library of Smithsonian publications (c1900) and others, with beautiful and striking color illustrations of Native American art and life.


General Americana

Saloon and Advertising Collections. Bottles, signs, mirrors, trays, tokens, and an assortment of saloon collectibles.

Express and Railroad. Outstanding collection of express and railroad items, including original ticket punching devices from the Virginia and Truckee Railroad; rare stock certificates from Nevada rails; and, a group of material related to western rail financier Borax Smith, including material from the Tonopah and Tidewater RR. Also, original locks from Wells Fargo and Tonopah Tidewater handed down in a California agent’s family.

Mono-Inyo Posatal Cover Collection. A collection of rare and fascinating postal covers from the Mono-Inyo region, many with postmarks unlisted in Williams!

Adolph Sutro Collection. An original hand-signed petition for the tunnel and other rarities.

James King of William Collection. Original documents from the c1900 sale of part of his estate.

Assay documents from all over the West.

Nevadiana. Much more from the Maish Collection and others.

George Wingfield Collection. A small group of his personal items from the Spradling-Wingfield family.

Idahoiana. Fabulous collection of early Idaho documents from the late Lynn Langdon collection.

Mining Artifacts

Collections of candlesticks, scales, and many authentic artifacts mining equipment.
Preview
Holabird-Kagin Americana Office
3555 Airway Drive Suite#309
Reno, NV 89511
Thursday April 11, 10am-6pm
* Preview also available by appointment

Live Auction
Friday & Saturday
April 12-13, 2012
9am PDT starting time, both days

Location
Atlantis Casino & Resort
Grand Ballroom #4
3800 S. Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89502

Lot Pick Up
Holabird-Kagin Americana Office
3555 Airway Drive Suite #309
Reno, NV 89511
Sunday April 14th, 10am-1pm

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CA, San Francisco--Monopole Champagne Advertising Mirror1543 - CA, San Francisco--Monopole Champagne Advertising Mirror
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Choice condition 2.25 advertising mirror from the Charles Meinecke Co. / P.C. Agents S.F. / Heidsieck Co. / Dry Monopole and Monopole Brut. With por
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Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to c********e for (120.00 + 23.40BP) = 143.40
 
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CA, San Francisco--Union Brewing Company Saloon Mirror1544 - CA, San Francisco--Union Brewing Company Saloon Mirror
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Union Brewing Co./ Steam Beer / H. Thode, Pres./ S.F. Cal. HKA#62788
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to t********n.. for (400.00 + 78.00BP) = 478.00
 
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CA, San Francisco--Vintage Wine Opener1545 - CA, San Francisco--Vintage Wine Opener
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is a rare wine opener made by Champion and patented 1887. There is a plate embossed with Chas. Brown Sons 950-952 Van Ness Ave. San Francisco. T
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to a********x.. for (150.00 + 29.25BP) = 179.25
 
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CA, San Francisco--Whiskey Serving Tray1546 - CA, San Francisco--Whiskey Serving Tray
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is a serving tray that advertises Oak Run Whiskey. This product was distilled and imported by Brunsing, Tolle Postel who had locations in San Fr
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Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to w********a.. for (350.00 + 68.25BP) = 418.25
 
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CA, San Francisco--Wieland's Brewing Company Beer Tray1547 - CA, San Francisco--Wieland's Brewing Company Beer Tray
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This tray advertises the Brewery`s Extra Pale Lagers, A Western Product. This colorful tray has a Western theme. There is a Copyright by Kaufmann Str
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Start Price : 750.00 | Estimate : 1,500.00 - 3,000.00
 
 
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CA, Sawyers Bar-Siskiyou County-Palace Saloon Token1548 - CA, Sawyers Bar-Siskiyou County-Palace Saloon Token
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This is a rare and unique brass trade token for the Palace Saloon in Sawyers Bar, CA. P.F. Dunphy, Prop. This one is marked GOOD FOR ONE DRINK. It’s i
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 9***7 for (325.00 + 63.38BP) = 388.38
 
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CA, Tulelake-Siskiyou County-Rosevelt Tavern Trade Token1549 - CA, Tulelake-Siskiyou County-Rosevelt Tavern Trade Token
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is a brass token from the Rosevelt Tavern in Tulelake, CA. It reads, GOOD FOR 25 CENTS IN TRADE. It is in very good condition. HKA#62728
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to 7***5 for (140.00 + 27.30BP) = 167.30
 
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CA, Tuolumne--Elk Saloon Pumpkinseed Flask1550 - CA, Tuolumne--Elk Saloon Pumpkinseed Flask
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This 6.75 tall pumpkinseed style whiskey flask is a pint size with a footed base and applied crown top. The slug plate is embossed Elk Saloon/ Harry/
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to F****e for (1,500.00 + 292.50BP) = 1,792.50
 
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CA, Tuolumne--Tuolumne Saloon Unlisted Pumpkinseed Flask1551 - CA, Tuolumne--Tuolumne Saloon Unlisted Pumpkinseed Flask
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Absolutely gorgeous bottle, not listed in the J.L Thomas book, previously unknown. Slug plate reads Rainer-Saloon Blue Grass S. Hossli Tuolumne, Cal.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to n******9 for (1,200.00 + 234.00BP) = 1,434.00
 
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CA, Yreka-Siskiyou County-Bella Union Saloon Token1552 - CA, Yreka-Siskiyou County-Bella Union Saloon Token
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is a beautiful token from The Bella Union Saloon in Yreka, CA. This brass token reads; GOOD FOR ONE DRINK, on one side and , BELLA UNION SALOON C
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to p********n for (350.00 + 68.25BP) = 418.25
 
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CA, Yreka-Siskiyou County-The Bee Hive Store1553 - CA, Yreka-Siskiyou County-The Bee Hive Store
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is an aluminum token from The Bee Hive Store is a GOOD FOR 2.5 CENTS IN MERCHANDISE. It is worn but still a rare item. They billed themselves as
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Start Price : 200.00 | Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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CT, Hartford--1849 Colt Pocket Revolver1554 - CT, Hartford--1849 Colt Pocket Revolver
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is an 1849 Colt Pocket Model Revolver Second Type. All serial numbers match, action still works with the cylinder a little loose. There is some p
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to w*****t for (500.00 + 97.50BP) = 597.50
 
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IDSaloon Related Correspondence1555 - IDSaloon Related Correspondence
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This is a lot of 6 letterheads from various liquor dealers from well known Idahoan ghost towns. Items 1) 2) are from the business of James Burnside d
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 400.00
Sold to b********0.. for (130.00 + 25.35BP) = 155.35
 
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IL, Chicago-Cook County-Early Hand Cuffs Assortment1556 - IL, Chicago-Cook County-Early Hand Cuffs Assortment
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Lot of 4: 1 is a set of Gill Lion Tamer thumb restraint. Approx 4L x 1.3W, stainless steel construction, ratcheting operation, with key. 2 is a set of
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to e*******y for (200.00 + 39.00BP) = 239.00
 
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KY, Leestown, Frankfort-Franklin County-O.F.C. Whiskey Elk Picture1557 - KY, Leestown, Frankfort-Franklin County-O.F.C. Whiskey Elk Picture
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Large framed advertising picture featuring a majestic Elk, with the O.F.C. Logo. The frame measures 24x36. The O.F.C. distillery was near Leestown KY.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to t********n.. for (550.00 + 107.25BP) = 657.25
 
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MA, Springfield-Hampden County-James Warner .28 Cal. Pocket Revolver1558 - MA, Springfield-Hampden County-James Warner .28 Cal. Pocket Revolver
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is a .28 Cal. Percussion pocket revolver manufactured by James Warner of Springfield, Mass. The barrel measures 2.5", with an overall leng...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 900.00 - 1,350.00
Sold to w*****t for (500.00 + 97.50BP) = 597.50
 
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MA, Worcester--Allen & Thurber .34 Cal. Pepperbox1559 - MA, Worcester--Allen & Thurber .34 Cal. Pepperbox
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is an Allen Thurber .34 cal. Self-cocking pepperbox with bag handle and faceAllen`s bar hammer, double action system. The Patent of 1837is marke
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to 9***8 for (500.00 + 97.50BP) = 597.50
 
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MA, Worcester--Allen & Thurber Single Shot Pistol1560 - MA, Worcester--Allen & Thurber Single Shot Pistol
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This Allen Thurber Bar Hammer Pistol is .36 Cal; fair bore, good grips, 4 barrel, Made circa 1830s up to the Civil War period. Half round, half octag
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Start Price : 150.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
 
 
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MA, Worcester--H&R Handcuffs and Bean Giant Wrist Restraints1561 - MA, Worcester--H&R Handcuffs and Bean Giant Wrist Restraints
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This lot includes two pair of hand restraints, including a pair of 1887 marked handcuffs manufactured by The HR Arms Company and a pair of fixed wrist
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to e*******y for (125.00 + 24.38BP) = 149.38
 
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MO, St. Louis--Bevo Serving Tray1562 - MO, St. Louis--Bevo Serving Tray
Holabird-Kagin Americana
This is a serving tray with an advertisement for Bevo, a near-beer malt beverage produced by Anheuser Busch in the early 1900s. This ad shows the br
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Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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