Desert West April 29th, 30th & May 1st

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Desert West Auction is pleased to feature the Estate of Lucille Frazier from Iowa in our April-May Auctions. Museum Quality Native American Pottery, Early Navajo Rugs, Jewelry, Troy Anderson ‘s Bronze “Tachee Cherokee Chief”, and Paintings, all purchased in the 1970s & 80s in New Mexico are featured in this auction.
Lucille was born and raised in Oklahoma where her father owned a store and service station next to the Indian Reservation. Lucille and her husband Chet’s, love of Native American Pottery lured them to New Mexico and Arizona. Her collection grew over the years prior to her moving to Iowa later in her life to be close to her children. We are very pleased that the pottery, art, rugs, jewelry have found their way home. We hope you enjoy the auction, as we have added collectibles and antiques from several estates & gallerias including estate of Native American Jewelry from Deming, New Mexico. Also there is a large collection of Antique Fans & Pienetas (hair combs) from Madrid Spain.
Mata Ortiz Pottery includes: 1960s Casa Grande by Olivia Lopez Quezada, Celia Lopez’s Butterflies, Roberto Buenelos Rabbits, Paty Ortiz’s Eye Dazzlers, and Daniel Gonzales Lizards.
Roseville Pottery, 1800s Hoare’ Crystal, Antique Marbles, Roycroft Art Deco, Persian Rugs, Native American Bronze, Japanese Block Prints, Jim Proctor Enamelware Plates & Tiles, Native American Original Oils & Acrylic Paintings, & Large Old Pawn Navajo Sterling Silver Natural Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace.
Specific Lot Questions: If you have any questions regarding an items, send an email or call with your questions prior to bidding. All inquiries regarding lots for sale must be received 24 hours prior to the start of the auction. Please register to bid and logon to ICollector 1 hour before the start time, 10 am MDT.
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3 Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jars, All Signed3076 - 3 Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jars, All Signed
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3 Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jars, All Signed, largest measures 6'' x 6'' and is by Lorena Rios Gonzalez, smallest is by Alex Sot...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Very Important Bears Jacques Bearsteau Teddy Bear3077 - Very Important Bears Jacques Bearsteau Teddy Bear
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Very Important Bears Jacques Bearsteau (Jacques Cousteau) Teddy Bear Jacques Bearsteau, measures 20''L, introduced in the Spring of 1994 and...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Original Gouache Cherokee Painting by Ron Mitchell3078 - Original Gouache Cherokee Painting by Ron Mitchell
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Original Gouache Cherokee Painting by Ron Mitchell, visual measures 9.5'' x 13'', signed by artist, comes with COA, framed, 5 gradua...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Vintage Cast Iron Owl Letter Holder3079 - Vintage Cast Iron Owl Letter Holder
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Vintage Cast Iron Owl Letter Holder, measures 3'' x 4'' x 7'', could also be used as a napkin holder
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Kenneth Cole Shoulder Storage Bag3080 - Kenneth Cole Shoulder Storage Bag
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Kenneth Cole Shoulder Storage Bag, measures 3'' x 10'' x 13'', makes a great man's bag or Ipad Electronics Carrier
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Original Creek Seminole Painting by Lee Roy Joshua3081 - Original Creek Seminole Painting by Lee Roy Joshua
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Original Creek Seminole Painting by Lee Roy Joshua, visual measures 9.5'' x 11'', framed, double matted, and under glass, signed by ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Original Acrylic Painting by Kathy Kills Thunder3082 - Original Acrylic Painting by Kathy Kills Thunder
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March 24, 2016 Original Acrylic Painting ''Ebony'' by Kathy Kills Thunder, measures 20'' x 20'' and is signed by art...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Zuni Sterling Silver Bear Fetish Necklace3083 - Zuni Sterling Silver Bear Fetish Necklace
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Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Bear Fetish Necklace, sterling chain measures 23'' end to end, pendant measures 1.25''L x .75&#...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Native American Navajo Sterling Watch Bracelet3084 - Native American Navajo Sterling Watch Bracelet
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Traditional Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Kingman Turquoise and Coral Watch Bracelet, inside measures 6.5'' which includes opening ...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Orange Crystal and Citrine Bead Necklace3085 - Orange Crystal and Citrine Bead Necklace
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Orange Crystal and Citrine Bead Necklace designed by Kathy Kills Thunder, measures 28'' end to end, beads measure 1'' x 1.25''
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to albear79 for (20.00 + 4.00BP) = 24.00
 
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100+ Antique Marbles and Shooters3085A - 100+ Antique Marbles and Shooters
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100+ Antique Marbles and Shooters, includes agates, swirls, bananas, crystals, shooters plus
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Yolanda Soto3086 - Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Yolanda Soto
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Yolanda Soto, measures 7'' x 10'', signed by artist
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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1950 Navajo Old Pawn Sterling Silver Bracelet3087 - 1950 Navajo Old Pawn Sterling Silver Bracelet
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1950 Native American Navajo Old Pawn Sterling Silver Bracelet by E. Atencio, inside measures 6.25'' which includes opening x 2.5''L ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 750.00
Sold to floor for (250.00) = 250.00
 
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Navajo Silver Mother of Pearl Necklace + Earrings3088 - Navajo Silver Mother of Pearl Necklace + Earrings
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Pink Mother of Pearl Necklace + Earrings, measures 16'' end to end with the pendant measuring 1.5'...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Bisbee Blue Turquoise Ring, 7.253089 - Navajo Sterling Bisbee Blue Turquoise Ring, 7.25
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Bisbee Blue Turquoise Ring by Alex Gelvin, Size 7.25, measures .75''W x 1.25''H, hallmarked AG
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to Kcherryx2 for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Beaded Bracelet3090 - Navajo Sterling Silver Beaded Bracelet
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Beaded Bracelet, inside measures 5.75'' which includes opening x 1''W, hand stamped details, ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to Kcherryx2 for (90.00 + 18.00BP) = 108.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace3091 - Navajo Sterling Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
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Exquisite Native American Navajo Sterling Silver and Green Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace, measures 25'' end to end, there are 10 blossom...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 750.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to Kcherryx2 for (425.00 + 85.00BP) = 510.00
 
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Native American Hopi Carved Wood Miniature Kachina3091A - Native American Hopi Carved Wood Miniature Kachina
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Native American Carved Wood Miniature Kachina, measures 4''L, beautifully hand painted
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Zuni Silver Petit Point Coral Necklace + Earrings3092 - Zuni Silver Petit Point Coral Necklace + Earrings
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Beautiful Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Petit Point Coral Necklace + Earrings by Margie Eustice, measures 16'' end to end with a 2...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Rainbow Calsilica Cuff Bracelet3093 - Navajo Sterling Rainbow Calsilica Cuff Bracelet
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Native American Navajo Sterling Rainbow Calsilica Cuff Bracelet by Gene Boyd, inside measures 6.5'' which includes opening x 1'' x ....
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor for (120.00) = 120.00
 
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Zuni Silver Overlay Necklace + Earrings, Calavaza3094 - Zuni Silver Overlay Necklace + Earrings, Calavaza
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Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Overlay Coral, Mother of Pearl, and Turquoise Necklace + Earrings by J. Calavaza, necklace measures 18''...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Cluster Bracelet by J. Williams3095 - Navajo Sterling Cluster Bracelet by J. Williams
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Cluster Bracelet by Juliana Williams, inside measures 6.75'' which includes opening x 2.25''W...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 550.00
Sold to Kcherryx2 for (170.00 + 34.00BP) = 204.00
 
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Yolanda Soto3096 - Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Yolanda Soto
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Yolanda Soto, measures 7'' x 10'', signed by artist
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Large Antique Peineta Peacock Celluloid Hair Comb3097 - Large Antique Peineta Peacock Celluloid Hair Comb
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Large Antique Peineta Peacock Celluloid Hair Comb, measures 10'' x 10'', beautiful detail and design
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Cuff Bracelet3097A - Navajo Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Cuff Bracelet
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Cuff Bracelet, feather hallmark, inside measures 6.75'' which includes opening x .75'...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Kokopelli Watch Band3098 - Navajo Sterling Silver Kokopelli Watch Band
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Kokopelli Watch Band, tips measure 1''L x .5''W, stamped sterling
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Original Acrylic Painting by Kathy Kills Thunder3099 - Original Acrylic Painting by Kathy Kills Thunder
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March 23, 2016 Original Acrylic Painting ''Midnight Maidens'' by Kathy Kills Thunder, measures 20'' x 20'' and is si...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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New 3 Toned Potato Basket by Up the Creek Baskets3100 - New 3 Toned Potato Basket by Up the Creek Baskets
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a New 3 Toned Potato Basket by Up the Creek Baskets, measures 6''H x 13''W
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to cfdcwcdydfps for (40.00 + 8.00BP) = 48.00
 
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Prehistoric Native American Salado Bowl3100A - Prehistoric Native American Salado Bowl
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Prehistoric Native American Salado Bowl, measures 10''H x 5''D, rim damage, no restoration, glued only, Acquired in accordance with ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to sivee for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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1980 Hopi Pottery Bowl by Claudina Lomakema3101 - 1980 Hopi Pottery Bowl by Claudina Lomakema
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a 1980's Native American Hopi Pottery Bowl by Claudina Lomakema, measures 5''H x 9''D, ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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Unusual Prehistoric Native American Shallow Bowl3101A - Unusual Prehistoric Native American Shallow Bowl
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Unusual Prehistoric Native American Shallow Bowl, measures 1''H x 8''D, could possibly be the bottom of a large olla, Acquired in ac...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Canadian Eskimo Soapstone Seal Carving by Aculiak3102 - Canadian Eskimo Soapstone Seal Carving by Aculiak
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a Native American Canadian Eskimo Soapstone Seal Carving by Johnny Aculiak (1951-2008) of Inoucdjouac, has 2
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Small Prehistoric Native American Utilitarian Bowl3102A - Small Prehistoric Native American Utilitarian Bowl
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Small Prehistoric Native American Utilitarian Bowl, measures 2'' x 3.5'', no restoration, glued only, Acquired in accordance with al...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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1980 Navajo Yei Bei Chei Rug by Ruth Etcitty3103 - 1980 Navajo Yei Bei Chei Rug by Ruth Etcitty
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a 1980's Native American Navajo Yei Bei Chei Sampler Rug by Ruth Etcitty of Shiprock NM, measures 8'...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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1994 Lathe-Turned Wood Bowl by Wayne Terhune3104 - 1994 Lathe-Turned Wood Bowl by Wayne Terhune
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a 1994 Lathe-Turned Kentucky Bean Tree Wood Bowl by Wayne Terhune, measures 4.5'' x 9'', si...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to cfdcwcdydfps for (90.00 + 18.00BP) = 108.00
 
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Softback Reference Books, Native American Interest3105 - Softback Reference Books, Native American Interest
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have 5 Softback Reference Books, Native American Interest, #1 Canadian Eskimo Art: The Department of Northern Affa
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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August 29, 1984 Lladro Eskimo with Polar Bowl3106 - August 29, 1984 Lladro Eskimo with Polar Bowl
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a beautiful August 29, 1984 Lladro Eskimo with Polar Bowl, hallmarked and measures 8'' x 9.5'&#...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to Tomgreggjr for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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Original Charles Grant Davidson Watercolor3106A - Original Charles Grant Davidson Watercolor
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Original Charles Grant Davidson Watercolor, (1824-1902), measures 10.25'' x 13.25'', small piece missing on side of picture as seen ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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African Multi-Colored Coiled Basket3107 - African Multi-Colored Coiled Basket
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have an African Multi-Colored Coiled Basket, measures 6''H x 9.5''D, pretty colors
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Prehistoric Native American Salado Bowl3107A - Prehistoric Native American Salado Bowl
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Prehistoric Native American Salado Bowl, measures 8''D x 5.5''H, Aquired in accordance with all State and Federal Regulations
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Sioux Ceramic Bowl by Al Black Tail Deer3108 - Sioux Ceramic Bowl by Al Black Tail Deer
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a Native American Sioux Ceramic Bowl by Al Black Tail Deer, measures 3''H x 6''D, bottom of...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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1970 Navajo Natural Turquoise Nugget Necklace3109 - 1970 Navajo Natural Turquoise Nugget Necklace
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a 1970's Native American Navajo Natural Turquoise Nugget Necklace, measures 26'' end to end, re...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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1980 Hand Made Tile by Beatrice Brown3110 - 1980 Hand Made Tile by Beatrice Brown
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a 1980's Hand Made Tile by Beatrice Brown Tulsa, OK, measures 6'' x 6'', felt backing a...
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Start Price : 20.00 | Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
 
 
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Antique 18th Century French Leather Hunting Pouch3110A - Antique 18th Century French Leather Hunting Pouch
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Antique 18th Century French Leather Hunting Pouch, Black Powder, measures 6'' x 10''L, has wooden spout with .5''D hole, spo...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor for (170.00) = 170.00
 
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Native American Santa Clara Etched Pottery Bowl3111 - Native American Santa Clara Etched Pottery Bowl
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a Vintage Native American Santa Clara Etched Pottery Bowl, measures 6''H x 8''D, nice thick...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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1901 and 1911 Choctaw Railroad Document3111A - 1901 and 1911 Choctaw Railroad Document
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1901 and 1911 Native American Choctaw Railroad Document, 11 page, measures 10.5'' x 8''
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Navajo Storm Pattern Rug by Nellie Joe 1922-20153112 - Navajo Storm Pattern Rug by Nellie Joe 1922-2015
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From the Lucille Frazier Estate, we have a 1980's Native American Navajo Storm Pattern Rug by Nellie Joe 1922-2015, measures 35.25''L x ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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Antique Native American Pima Stairstep Basket3112A - Antique Native American Pima Stairstep Basket
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Antique Native American Pima Stairstep Basket, measures 9.5''D x 2.5''H
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Antique Tortoise Shell Colored Celluloid Hair Comb3113 - Antique Tortoise Shell Colored Celluloid Hair Comb
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Antique Tortoise Shell Colored Celluloid Crown (Peineta) Hair Comb, measures 2.5''W x 7.5''L, very ornate
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Pair of Navajo Sterling Silver Drum Earrings3113A - Pair of Navajo Sterling Silver Drum Earrings
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Pair of Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Drum Earrings, measure 1''L
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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