4th Annual Montana Big Chief Auction

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Welcome to our 4th Annual Big Chief Sale. This four-day Auction has over 5000 lots to choose from.

Day 1:

Elvis Record Collection, Fishing Lures and Decoys, Montana Historical Advertising, Civil War 1860 Cavalry Sword, Fred Machetanz Stone Lithograph, Ancient Mayan Pottery Chocolate Cup, Elgin National Coffee Mill, Tlingit Haida Berry Basket, Atlas Bantam Gum Ball Machine, Pioneer PL-518 Turntable, Hudsons Bay Capote Jacket, Frances Senska Quail and Teapot, Franz Bergman Bronze Merchant, Jean Claude Mahey Lamp, Books, Trains, Scrimshaw, Native American Indian Artifacts and Art, and so much more.

Day 2:

This day is filled with jewelry, watches, coins and everything shiny. Highlights include a Haida Indian Gold Nugget Ring, Navajo Squash Blossoms, H Stern Gold Cocktail Ring, Orville Tsinnie Sterling Silver Necklace, a Buckle Set made by Helen Lincoln, White Buffalo, Turquoise, Diamonds, Quartz, Trade Beads, Lapis, Moldavite and more.

Day 3:

The main showcase. Filled with historically important lots including part of the Yellowstone Park studio of Frank Jay Haynes including one of his cameras. Harry Jackson's personal original plaster model of The Texas Longhorn made by Charles M Russell. This model was originally made for Frank Bogart. Accompanying this lot are the personal belongings of Harry Jackson included some of his bronze work, his boots, hats and medals from his carrier.

Also highlighted is the 7th Cavalry Scout Curley's personal medicine snake which was exhibited at the Montana Territorial Centennial Train World's Fair. A Baldwin Hill Indian Dog Knife, paintings by Bonnie Marris, Tom Saubert, Nelson Boren, Bayard Henry Tyler, John Potter, Gary Carter, Joe Abbrescia, Harley Brown, Daro Flood and knives by Rudy Ruana.

Day 4: Our Military Day The Hayes Otoupalik Military Collection, Flamethrower, .50 BMG Rifle, Gold Coins, Historic Colt Confederate Pistol, French Marble Urns, Recoilless Rifles, Bergmann Bronze Lamp, Colt Pistols (1911, Government, Python, and More), 1 of 50 Winchester Rifle, Quigley Ford Scope, Royal Crown Imari Dining China, Coins, Gold, Silver, Historic Items, Military items of all kind and from many conflicts.
A bid placed on our auctions is a legal contract – it cannot be revoked or cancelled for any reason. By registering for our auctions, you grant us permission to waive your right to execute any chargebacks against our company for any reason. Auctions will be sold with and without reserve. If a lot contains a reserve price, it will be clearly noted in the corresponding catalog. All items are sold as is, where is with no guarantees expressed or implied.
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Vintage Pocket Knives1395 - Vintage Pocket Knives
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Case Jigged Bone Knife1396 - Case Jigged Bone Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
8 3/4" long.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Case Jigged Bone Knife1397 - Case Jigged Bone Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
8 3/4" long.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Collection of Antique Skinning Butcher Knives1398 - Collection of Antique Skinning Butcher Knives
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Vintage Belts and Belt Buckles1399 - Vintage Belts and Belt Buckles
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Vintage Halliburton Belt Buckle and Belt1400 - Vintage Halliburton Belt Buckle and Belt
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice old buckle.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Collection of Antique Letters1401 - Collection of Antique Letters
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Antique Beaded Flapper Purse1402 - Antique Beaded Flapper Purse
Davis Brothers Auction
Sold as-is.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Sand Cast Concho Belt1403 - Navajo Sterling Silver Sand Cast Concho Belt
Davis Brothers Auction
33 1/8" long.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor for (210.00) = 210.00
 
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Plains Native American Indian Beaded Spoon1404 - Plains Native American Indian Beaded Spoon
Davis Brothers Auction
First half of the 20th Century.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Sega Game1405 - Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Sega Game
Davis Brothers Auction
Decent example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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Lucky Strike Geiger Counter1406 - Lucky Strike Geiger Counter
Davis Brothers Auction
Untested.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Concho Belt Pieces1407 - Concho Belt Pieces
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Collection of Leather Holsters1408 - Collection of Leather Holsters
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh1409 - Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh
Davis Brothers Auction
Robert C. O'Brien. 1979
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to t********r.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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The Acts of King Arthur and his Noble Knights1410 - The Acts of King Arthur and his Noble Knights
Davis Brothers Auction
John Steinbeck. 1975
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight1411 - Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
Davis Brothers Auction
Theodore Silverstein. 1974
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
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Native American Indian Postcards1412 - Native American Indian Postcards
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Robert Abels Firearms Catalogs1413 - Robert Abels Firearms Catalogs
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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The Extremities Head Neck and Trunk1414 - The Extremities Head Neck and Trunk
Davis Brothers Auction
Daniel Quiring.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
 
 
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Stories of Adventure1415 - Stories of Adventure
Davis Brothers Auction
Jack London.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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US Cavalry Saddle Bag1416 - US Cavalry Saddle Bag
Davis Brothers Auction
Single sided as used on Harley Davidson Motorcycles.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Vintage Camel Saddle1417 - Vintage Camel Saddle
Davis Brothers Auction
23 1/2" long, 17 5/8" tall.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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US Geological Survey Canvas Leather Security Bag1418 - US Geological Survey Canvas Leather Security Bag
Davis Brothers Auction
Marble Canyon Arizona. 26 3/8" long, 19 3/8" wide.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Collection of Hesston National Finals Belt Buckles1419 - Collection of Hesston National Finals Belt Buckles
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Frog Noisemakers1420 - Frog Noisemakers
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Buckley Slot Machine1421 - Buckley Slot Machine
Davis Brothers Auction
Sold as-is for parts only. We will not sell or ship this machine to the following locations. International, Alabama, Connecticut, Hawaii, Indiana, Neb
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (210.00) = 210.00
 
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US Navy Ammo Can1422 - US Navy Ammo Can
Davis Brothers Auction
Empty.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Antique Eclipse Croquet Set1423 - Antique Eclipse Croquet Set
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice old set in box.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Legend of Montana Marble Wall Sculpture1424 - Legend of Montana Marble Wall Sculpture
Davis Brothers Auction
21" by 24 1/2" framed.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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North Carolina $1000 Coupon Bond1425 - North Carolina $1000 Coupon Bond
Davis Brothers Auction
Reconstruction Era. 18 3/8" by 22 1/2" framed.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Rosa Charley Rebecca Slave Children CDV Photo1426 - Rosa Charley Rebecca Slave Children CDV Photo
Davis Brothers Auction
Slave Children of New Orleans. Chas Paxson Photographer.
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Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor for (300.00) = 300.00
 
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C.F. Preston and Native Chinamen Stereoview1427 - C.F. Preston and Native Chinamen Stereoview
Davis Brothers Auction
Interesting subject matter. Canton China.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Rockford Illinois Hand Colored Stereoviews1428 - Rockford Illinois Hand Colored Stereoviews
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
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Large Tintype Portrait Photo1429 - Large Tintype Portrait Photo
Davis Brothers Auction
6 1/2" by 8 1/4".
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
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Chalkware Cavalry Soldier Sculpture1430 - Chalkware Cavalry Soldier Sculpture
Davis Brothers Auction
15 7/8" tall.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
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Collection of Vintage Toy Cars1431 - Collection of Vintage Toy Cars
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Reproduction Slave Collar1432 - Reproduction Slave Collar
Davis Brothers Auction
Reproduction.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Whites Coinmaster 6000/D Metal Detector1433 - Whites Coinmaster 6000/D Metal Detector
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice set in case.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Whites Coinmaster Metal Detector1434 - Whites Coinmaster Metal Detector
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice set in case.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Antique CDV Photo Album1435 - Antique CDV Photo Album
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice old album full of images.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Antique Butte Montana Dewar Mining Lantern Lamp1436 - Antique Butte Montana Dewar Mining Lantern Lamp
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Delta Electric Lantern1437 - Delta Electric Lantern
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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Collection of Vintage Knives1438 - Collection of Vintage Knives
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (95.00) = 95.00
 
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Ace Powell Bronze Cowboy Bookends1439 - Ace Powell Bronze Cowboy Bookends
Davis Brothers Auction
8" tall, 7 1/2" long, 5 1/2" wide. Born in Tularosa, New Mexico, Ace Powell became a painter of western action scenes, wild animals, ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 750.00
Sold to floor for (200.00) = 200.00
 
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Collection of Antique Stereoviews and Viewer1440 - Collection of Antique Stereoviews and Viewer
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Antique Mexican Cowboy Spurs1441 - Antique Mexican Cowboy Spurs
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice set.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Group of Vintage Books1442 - Group of Vintage Books
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
 
 
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Tooled Leather Shooting Bag1443 - Tooled Leather Shooting Bag
Davis Brothers Auction
37" long.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Elk Horn Handle Indian Made Butcher Knife1444 - Elk Horn Handle Indian Made Butcher Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
10" long.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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