Desert West Auction Dec 7th & 8th

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Native American Kachinas, Pottery, Rugs, Kachinas, Art & Folk Art. Many of these items are from the Nick & Suzanne Nicholas Collection, Arkansas. Antiques & Collectibles from the Proctor Collection, Silver City, NM. Estate items from the Dale & Annette Renner Living Estate.
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1950s Plains Indian Beaded Arm Band2023 - 1950s Plains Indian Beaded Arm Band
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection. This 1950s Plains Indian Beaded Arm Band, measures 28'' end to end, beautifully beaded in Pla...
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Vintage Collection Sterling Plated Items2023A - Vintage Collection Sterling Plated Items
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Vintage Collection Sterling Plated Items. 1) Pr candlestick holders 9.25''H. Wax drippings on sides. 2) Five clam shaped dishes, largest me...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Hand Stamped Concho Belt2024 - Navajo Sterling Hand Stamped Concho Belt
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Navajo Sterling Hand Stamped Concho Belt, measures 48''L, 16 conchos which measure 1'' x 1.5'', traditional hand stamping, h...
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Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to OCAPHONEBIDS for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Collection of Jemez Pottery2025 - Collection of Jemez Pottery
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have Jemez Pottery, #1 polychrome jar signed G. Baca Jemez #2 polychrome jar signed H. Loretto Jemez
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Plains Indian Obsidian Knife & Parfleche Pouch2026 - Plains Indian Obsidian Knife & Parfleche Pouch
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have this Plains Indian Obsidian Knife (9'' x 3'') & Parfleche Pouch (5'...
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Estimate : 30.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Collection of Jemez Pottery2027 - Collection of Jemez Pottery
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Collection of Jemez Pottery, #1 Jemez polychrome wedding vase, 4 nips in rim, signed on bottom Cecilia Romero Jemez, Pueb. N.M. and measures 9'&...
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Mata Ortiz Bird Effigy & San Ildefonso Plate2028 - Mata Ortiz Bird Effigy & San Ildefonso Plate
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have this Mata Ortiz Bird Effigy by V. Silvas & San Ildefonso Plate, both are black on black, b...
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Zia Polychrome Deer Wedding Vase by R. Malie2029 - Zia Polychrome Deer Wedding Vase by R. Malie
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Zia Polychrome Deer Wedding Vase by R. Malie, measures 4'' x 2'', circa mid-...
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Original Acrylic ''Buddy'' by Kills Thunder2030 - Original Acrylic ''Buddy'' by Kills Thunder
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Original Acrylic ''Buddy'' by Kills Thunder. Measures 18x24 on canvas. There's no question as to the 'buddies' in this ...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Set of Silverplate Bowls2030A - Set of Silverplate Bowls
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From the Proctor Collection we have a Set of Silverplate Bowls, largest measures 10''W x 5''H, #1 is marked Gorham EP Y0780, #2 is m...
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Estimate : 50.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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3 Native American Hand Thrown Traditional Pottery2031 - 3 Native American Hand Thrown Traditional Pottery
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3 Native American Hand Thrown Traditional Pottery, from the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection. To include 1- Santa Clara Polychrome Pottery Jar me
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to xvdinpbs for (20.00 + 4.00BP) = 24.00
 
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Dooney Burke Leopard Skin Design Bucket Bag2032 - Dooney Burke Leopard Skin Design Bucket Bag
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Dooney Burke Leopard Skin Design Bucket Bag, measures approx. 9'' x 9.5'' not including black patent leather handle. Purse has the ...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to poliahu for (30.00 + 6.00BP) = 36.00
 
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Zia Bird Polychrome Pottery Jar - Elizabeth Medina2033 - Zia Bird Polychrome Pottery Jar - Elizabeth Medina
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From the Nick & Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Zia Bird Pottery Jar by Elizabeth Medina, measures 3.75'' x 3.5'', traditi...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to missourico.. for (35.00 + 7.00BP) = 42.00
 
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Miniature Double Headed War Club2034 - Miniature Double Headed War Club
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection. This Miniature Double Headed War Club, measures 15''L which includes fringe, beaded accents, ...
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Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Mata Ortiz Paquime' Inspired Wedding Vase by Fito2035 - Mata Ortiz Paquime' Inspired Wedding Vase by Fito
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Mata Ortiz Paquime' Inspired Wedding Vase by Fito Tena, measures 8''H x 6''W, features nice crisp geometric and abstract Paquime...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Hopi Handpainted Tableta Headdress2036 - Hopi Handpainted Tableta Headdress
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Hopi Handpainted Tableta Headdress, measures 20''H (includes feathers) x 15.5'&#...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Vintage Hopi Tri-Colored Figural Basket2037 - Vintage Hopi Tri-Colored Figural Basket
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have this Vintage Hopi Tri-Colored Figural Basket, measures 6.25'' x 2.5'', tightly...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Navajo Multi-Colored Geometric Basket2038 - Navajo Multi-Colored Geometric Basket
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From the Nick & Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Navajo Multi-Colored Geometric Basket, measures 12.75'' x 4'', beautifully...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to OCAPHONEBIDS for (35.00 + 7.00BP) = 42.00
 
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Navajo Traditional Two Grey Hills Rug2039 - Navajo Traditional Two Grey Hills Rug
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From the Nick & Suzanne Nickolas Collection we have a Navajo Traditional Two Grey Hills Rug, measures 26'' x 42'', very tightly ...
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Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor for (225.00) = 225.00
 
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Original Acrylic ''Top Bull'' by Kills Thunder2040 - Original Acrylic ''Top Bull'' by Kills Thunder
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Original Acrylic ''Top Bull'' by Kills Thunder. Measures 18x24 on canvas. There's no question that this buffalo is 'top bu...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to xvdinpbs for (45.00 + 9.00BP) = 54.00
 
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1930s Navajo Traditional Eye Dazzler Rug2041 - 1930s Navajo Traditional Eye Dazzler Rug
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection. This 1930s Navajo Traditional Eye Dazzler Rug, measures 36'' x 56'', very tightly wov...
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Estimate : 500.00 - 750.00
Sold to floor for (225.00) = 225.00
 
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Collection of Prehistoric NM Pottery Sherds2042 - Collection of Prehistoric NM Pottery Sherds
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Collection of Prehistoric NM Pottery Sherds, large collection from exploration company, lot contains painted, corrugated, and utilitarian sherds plus
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Estimate : 100.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Vintage Iroquois Beaded Moccassins2043 - Vintage Iroquois Beaded Moccassins
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have Vintage Iroquois Beaded Moccassins, heavily beaded in floral designs, fabulous workmanship, meas
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Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (200.00) = 200.00
 
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Hopi Handpainted Dance Rattle2044 - Hopi Handpainted Dance Rattle
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection A Hopi Hand painted Dance Rattle with wooden handle, measures 15''L x 7''W, vibrant co...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to OCAPHONEBIDS for (15.00 + 3.00BP) = 18.00
 
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Collection of Silver Plated Serving Pieces and Cup2044A - Collection of Silver Plated Serving Pieces and Cup
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Collection of Silver Plated Serving Pieces and 4'' Cup. Varied styles with different makers marked on the bottoms. One 3 legged trivet. The...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Mata Ortiz Black on Black Turtle Olla by B. Soto2045 - Mata Ortiz Black on Black Turtle Olla by B. Soto
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Mata Ortiz Black on Black Turtle Olla by Benjamin Soto, measures 6''H x 8''W, gun metal finish, textured around rim and mid section ...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Navajo Two Grey Hills Traditional Rug2046 - Navajo Two Grey Hills Traditional Rug
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection a beautiful Navajo Two Grey Hills Traditional Rug, measures 32'' x 46'', tassels intac...
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Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor for (250.00) = 250.00
 
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1967 Signed & Numbered Print by Jerome Tiger2047 - 1967 Signed & Numbered Print by Jerome Tiger
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a 1967 Framed & matted Print by artist Jerome Tiger, 1941-1967. This print has an approx. ...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Navajo Crown Dancer Kachina Hallmarked2048 - Navajo Crown Dancer Kachina Hallmarked
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Navajo Crown Dancer Kachina Hallmarked CDB. Measures approx. 9.5''H x 5''W. Like new condition.
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Native American Medicine or Dance Rattle2049 - Native American Medicine or Dance Rattle
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Native American Medicine or Dance Rattle. Measures 23''L. Leather strips with bells, feathers decorate the end and measure 15''L. ...
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to ThomasNewton for (40.00 + 8.00BP) = 48.00
 
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Original Acrylic ''My Pretty Pony'' Kills Thunder2050 - Original Acrylic ''My Pretty Pony'' Kills Thunder
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Original Acrylic ''My Pretty Pony'' Kills Thunder. Measures 18x24 on canvas. Three inquisitive quail go about their business but ke...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Navajo Stone Fetish Stacked Necklace String tied2051 - Navajo Stone Fetish Stacked Necklace String tied
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Navajo Stone Fetish Stacked Necklace String tied, traditionally made. Measures 32'' end to end. Largest Fetish Turquoise Bear Pendant is a...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Hopi Crow Man Kachina by M. Sakiestewa2052 - Hopi Crow Man Kachina by M. Sakiestewa
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Hopi Crow Man Kachina by M. Sakiestewa, measures approx. 8''H x 3.5''W. Like new condition, Mike Sakiestewa, a Native Hopi from the...
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Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Navajo Tri-Colored Wedding Basket2053 - Navajo Tri-Colored Wedding Basket
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Navajo Tri-Colored Wedding Basket, measures 11.5''W x 3''H. Basket is in like-new condition. Colors of Black, Cream, & Red.
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to irlw for (40.00 + 8.00BP) = 48.00
 
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Hopi Handcarved Handpainted Left Hand Kachina2054 - Hopi Handcarved Handpainted Left Hand Kachina
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Hopi Handcarved Handpainted Left Hand Kachina, hallmarked BYH. Kachina is named Left-Hand. Measures approx. 12''H x 6.5''H. Like ...
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Estimate : 125.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Navajo Marble Indian Chief Carving2055 - Navajo Marble Indian Chief Carving
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Navajo Marble Indian Chief Carving, measures 7.5'' H x 4'' W & 14'' L. Heavy in weight, nicely done.
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Red D BellLarge Cast Iron Bell Red D Bell Durbin Durco2056 - Red D BellLarge Cast Iron Bell Red D Bell Durbin Durco
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Red D BellLarge Cast Iron Bell Red D Bell Durbin Durco measures overall, 13''W. The bell measures 9'' diameter with clapper 6.75'...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Vintage Van Dell Opal & Diamond Necklace2057 - Vintage Van Dell Opal & Diamond Necklace
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Vintage Van Dell Opal & Diamond Necklace, 14KGF with Genuine Opals & 5Pt. Diamond. Necklace chain measures 24'' E-E. Pendant is ap...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Silverplate Lidded Serving Dishes2057A - Silverplate Lidded Serving Dishes
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From the Proctor Collection we have 3 Silverplate Lidded Serving Dishes, largest measures 16.5''L x 3''H x 8''W, missing gla...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Horse Pendant2058 - Navajo Sterling Silver Horse Pendant
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Navajo Sterling Silver Horse Pendant, measures approx. 2'' x 2''. Horse Hopi design with hallmark on back on pendant KE
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Zuni Inlay Bear Pendant & Dragonfly Pin.2059 - Zuni Inlay Bear Pendant & Dragonfly Pin.
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Zuni Inlay Bear Pendant & Dragonfly Pin. Bear Pendant is 1" x 1" with Coral, Lapis, Jet & Turquoise. Dragonfly Pin measures 1 1/2&...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to stonesandb.. for (35.00 + 7.00BP) = 42.00
 
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5 Southwestern Sterling Silver Feather Pendants2060 - 5 Southwestern Sterling Silver Feather Pendants
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5 Navajo Sterling Silver Feather Pendants - signed Barnf. There is one turquoise, one picture agate, one malachite, one coral, one black onyx. Each
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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3 Navajo Sterling Pendants & Kokopelli Pin2061 - 3 Navajo Sterling Pendants & Kokopelli Pin
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3 Navajo Sterling Silver Pendants & Kokopelli Pin. 2 Navajo Hopi sterling silver design pendants, measures approx. 1''L. 1 Sterling Si...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Collection of Four Navajo Kachinas2062 - Collection of Four Navajo Kachinas
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Collection of Four Navajo Kachinas. Three of these unique and vividly colored pieces are signed by the artist. They depict an Owl, a Hoop Dancer, a Na
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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2 Flats of Varied New Mexico Utilitarian Sherds2063 - 2 Flats of Varied New Mexico Utilitarian Sherds
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2 Flats of Varied New Mexico Utilitarian Sherds. Many painted, some micaceous clay. Largest measures 4.5''L x 4.5''W. Heavy.
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Estimate : 35.00 - 45.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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New Mexican Jerga Rug2064 - New Mexican Jerga Rug
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New Mexican Jerga Rug. Jerga meaning (in New Mexican Spanish) any floor covering or mat coarsely woven. This attractive earth toned rug measures appro
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Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Navajo Two Grey Hills Textile2065 - Navajo Two Grey Hills Textile
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Navajo Two Grey Hills Textile. Hand woven by 100 year old Gladys Toledo, this wonderful rug is in ''Native Twist Yarn'' and Dyed wit...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 125.00
Sold to OCAPHONEBIDS for (175.00 + 35.00BP) = 210.00
 
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Three Antique Worked Copper Cook Ware Collectibles2066 - Three Antique Worked Copper Cook Ware Collectibles
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Three Antique Worked Copper Cook Ware Collectibles. Heavy large frying pan measures 3.25'' H x 14.75'' diameter with 15'' lo...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Three Antique Toys2067 - Three Antique Toys
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Three Antique Toys. 1) appears to be a Steiff bear measures 11''H x 10W. His head turns, jointed arms and legs, and some hair missing from ...
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Antique Tin Molds, Cookie Cutters, Toys2068 - Antique Tin Molds, Cookie Cutters, Toys
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Antique Tin Molds, Cookie Cutters, Toys. Largest cutter measures 5.5'' x 5''. Largest heart mold measures 3.5''L x 2.25...
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Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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