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"Fred Holabird's Grand Finale": Mining, Americana, & Numismatics Live Auction (2025 October)

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Day 1, October 31st, 2025 (Lots 1000-1632)
Stocks & Bonds (Lots 1000-1632)
Mining feat. McDonald Collection (1000-1526)
Railroad (1527-1580)
Misc. Categories incl. Banking, Government, Express (1581-1632)

Day 2, November 1st, 2025 (Lots 2000-2575)
Art feat. Dan Muller Western Collection (Lots 2000-2040)
Native Americana & Cowboy (2041-2192)
Minerals & Fossils (2193-2310)
Mining Ephemera & Artifacts (2311-2575)

Day 3, November 2nd, 2025 (Lots 3000-3579)
Numismatics (Lots 3000-3579)
World’s Fair & Expositions (3000-3037)
US Mint (3038-3057)
Currency & Scrip feat. McDonald Nevada Collection (3058-3139)
Ingots (3140-3153)
Coins (3154-3363)
Medals & Exonumia (3364-3450)
Tokens (3451-3579)

Day 4, November 3rd, 2025 (Lots 4000-4541)
General Americana (Lots 4000-4541)
Geo. Sort (4000-4297)
Jewelry feat. Comstock Collection (4298-4357)
Misc. Categories incl. Bottles, Books, Fire (4358-4541)

Day 5, November 4th, 2025 (Lots 5000-5467)
Transportation (Railroadiana, Steamer, Stage) (Lots 5000-5074)
Wells Fargo & Express (5075-5122)
Philatelic (5123-5202)
Sports (5203-5229)
Political feat. Presidential Autographs (5230-5263)
Militaria (5264-5410)
Firearms & Weaponry (5411-5467)
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Faceted Orange Gemstone Group [203881]2196 - Faceted Orange Gemstone Group [203881]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Orange Gemstone Group 12 Stones of classic red gems, such as spessartite, amber, mandarin ice, Mexican fire opal, etc. Most 1 ct to 8 cts. Go
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 110.00 - 150.00
Sold to P*********a for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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Faceted Pink Gemstone Group [203882]2197 - Faceted Pink Gemstone Group [203882]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Pink Gemstone Group 7 Stones of classic gems, such as lab pink sapphire, cubic zirconia, rose quartz, etc. Most 1 ct to 10 cts. Good variety
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 110.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Faceted Purple Gemstone Group [203884]2198 - Faceted Purple Gemstone Group [203884]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Purple Gemstone Group 20 Stones of classic gems, such as amethyst, zandrite, tanzanite, etc. Most 1 ct to 10 cts. Good variety of color. Som
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to f*****E for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Faceted Red Gemstone Group [203880]2199 - Faceted Red Gemstone Group [203880]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Red Gemstone Group 16 Stones of classic red gems, such as rubies and garnets. , most 1 ct to 8 cts. Good variety of color. Some artificial. Ve
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to t********f for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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Faceted Sapphire Group [204058]2200 - Faceted Sapphire Group [204058]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Sapphire Group 24 Containers 1" circular gem holders. Over 60 stones. Various colors and locations. Beautiful colors from deep blue, p...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 340.00 - 500.00
Sold to t********f for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Russian Lab Alexandrite Gemstones [204059]2201 - Russian Lab Alexandrite Gemstones [204059]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Russian Lab Alexandrite 10 Faceted Gems of choice teal color. All about 1 ct plus. Very attractive. Please inspect, an excellent lot. ^ Date:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (130.00 + 32.50BP) = 162.50
 
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Faceted Amethyst Group [204037]2202 - Faceted Amethyst Group [204037]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Amethyst Varieties. 31 1" circular gem holders containing more than 50 gemstones. Generally 4mm up to 1cm. Numerous different faceted...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
Sold to P*********a for (300.00 + 75.00BP) = 375.00
 
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Faceted Amethyst Group [204054]2203 - Faceted Amethyst Group [204054]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Amethyst Group. 19 Containers 1" circular gem holders. Over 40 stones. Very attractive. Please inspect, an excellent lot. About ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 240.00 - 400.00
Sold to d*******f for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Faceted Quartz Varieties [204036]2204 - Faceted Quartz Varieties [204036]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Quartz Varieties. 48 1" circular gem holders containing a variety of quartz gemstones. Varieties include lemon quartz, blue calcedony,...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 500.00
Sold to P*********a for (425.00 + 106.25BP) = 531.25
 
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Faceted Varieties of Quartz. [204046]2205 - Faceted Varieties of Quartz. [204046]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Varieties of Quartz in 1" circular gem holders. 50 containers overall. Over 150 or more stones overall. Very colorful. Includes: C...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to P*********a for (550.00 + 137.50BP) = 687.50
 
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Faceted, Rutilated Quartz Group [204053]2206 - Faceted, Rutilated Quartz Group [204053]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted, Rutilated Quartz Group. 13 Pieces, mostly over 5 cts. in 1" circular gem holders. Very attractive. Please inspect, an excellent l...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
 
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Raw Blue Chalcedony Semi Precious Gemstone [203888]2207 - Raw Blue Chalcedony Semi Precious Gemstone [203888]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Raw Blue Chalcedony Semi Precious Gemstone. About 15 lbs. of raw, light blue, semi-precious chalcedony from Washoe County, Nevada, a new discovery sit
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (140.00 + 35.00BP) = 175.00
 
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Chrome Diopside, Faceted Group [204056]2208 - Chrome Diopside, Faceted Group [204056]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Chrome Diopside, Faceted Group 17 Containers 1" circular gem holders. Over 25 stones. This beautiful green stone resembles emeralds. Many dif...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to t********f for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Diamonds and Other Mostly Artificial Carbon, Etc. Gems [204042]2209 - Diamonds and Other Mostly Artificial Carbon, Etc. Gems [204042]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fine Collection of 10 different faceted gemstones in 1" circular gem holders. 32 containers overall. Over 100 or more stones overall. Includ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
Sold to f*****E for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Faceted Garnet Collection [204038]2210 - Faceted Garnet Collection [204038]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Garnet Varieties. 50 1" circular gem holders containing more than 100 faceted gemstones of varying sizes and garnet varieties. Includ...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to P*********a for (450.00 + 112.50BP) = 562.50
 
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Faceted Garnet Group [204041]2211 - Faceted Garnet Group [204041]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fine Collection of 10 different faceted garnet gemstones in 1" circular gem holders. Only 30 containers overall. 50 or more stones overall. ...
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Estimate : 260.00 - 400.00
Sold to t********f for (170.00 + 42.50BP) = 212.50
 
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Faceted and Polished Ruby Collection [204051]2212 - Faceted and Polished Ruby Collection [204051]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted and Polished Ruby Collection in 1" circular gem holders. 35 containers overall of different faceted rubies of varying sizes. About 6...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
 
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Faceted Tanzanite Group [204057]2213 - Faceted Tanzanite Group [204057]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Tanzanite Group 19 Containers 1" circular gem holders. Over 80 stones. Small faceted tanzanite. Many different cuts and size. Very a...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to b*********r for (425.00 + 106.25BP) = 531.25
 
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Blue Topaz Faceted Gem Group [204055]2214 - Blue Topaz Faceted Gem Group [204055]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Blue Topaz Faceted Gem Group 22 Containers 1" circular gem holders. Over 45 stones. Many different cuts and size. Very attractive. Please ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 700.00
Sold to t********f for (350.00 + 87.50BP) = 437.50
 
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Gem Quality Variscite - RARE! [205074]2215 - Gem Quality Variscite - RARE! [205074]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Variscite is a rare, green to blue-green hydrated aluminum phosphate mineral used in jewelry and by collectors, often confused with turquoise due to i
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Colorful Gemstone Collection [204039]2216 - Colorful Gemstone Collection [204039]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fine Collection of 10 different faceted gemstones with a quantity of 5 each in 1" circular gem holders. About 71 stones overall. Outstanding ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to t********f for (600.00 + 150.00BP) = 750.00
 
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Colorful Gemstone Collection [204040]2217 - Colorful Gemstone Collection [204040]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Fine Collection of 10 different faceted gemstones with a quantity of 5 each in 1" circular gem holders. Only 49 containers overall. 72 stones...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 900.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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Faceted Gemstone Collection [204048]2218 - Faceted Gemstone Collection [204048]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Gem Collection in 1" circular gem holders. 50 containers overall of 10 different faceted gems of varying sizes. About 71 pieces over...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to d*******f for (475.00 + 118.75BP) = 593.75
 
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Faceted Gemstone Collection [204050]2219 - Faceted Gemstone Collection [204050]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Gem Collection in 1" circular gem holders. 50 containers overall of different faceted gems of varying sizes. About 100 pieces overal...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 900.00
Sold to d*******f for (475.00 + 118.75BP) = 593.75
 
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Faceted Gemstones Wide Variety Mix [204044]2220 - Faceted Gemstones Wide Variety Mix [204044]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Stones Variety Collection. A very nice selection including artificial stones. in 1" circular gem holders. 32 containers overall. Ove...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to f*****E for (350.00 + 87.50BP) = 437.50
 
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Faceted Gemstones Wide Variety, some Artificial [204045]2221 - Faceted Gemstones Wide Variety, some Artificial [204045]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This collection appears to be all different faceted gemstones, including artificial stones. in 1" circular gem holders. 34 containers overall...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (375.00 + 93.75BP) = 468.75
 
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Faceted Stones Variety Collection [204043]2222 - Faceted Stones Variety Collection [204043]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Stones Variety Collection. A very nice selection including artificial stones. in 1" circular gem holders. 50 containers overall. Ove...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (650.00 + 162.50BP) = 812.50
 
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Gemstone Assortment - Choice! (20) [205060]2223 - Gemstone Assortment - Choice! (20) [205060]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
20 Assorted gemstones include 2 green tourmaline, 1 tanzanite, amethysts, rub, garnet, aqua marine, and more. See photos. Beautiful assortment. Ready
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (150.00 + 37.50BP) = 187.50
 
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Large Faceted Gem Collection [203877]2224 - Large Faceted Gem Collection [203877]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large Faceted Gem Collection variety of color includes mandarine ice, cubic zirconia, rose quartz, lapis, lemon quartz and others. plus. Very attra
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Mounted Faceted Gem Collection [204047]2225 - Mounted Faceted Gem Collection [204047]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Mounted Faceted Gem Collection in 1" circular gem holders. 33 containers overall faceted gems all mounted for pendants or earrings. About 50 p...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 650.00
Sold to p********n for (500.00 + 125.00BP) = 625.00
 
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Quality Faceted Gemstone Collection [204049]2226 - Quality Faceted Gemstone Collection [204049]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Faceted Gem Collection in 1" circular gem holders. 27 containers overall of different faceted gems of varying sizes. About 70 pieces overall...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to d*******f for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Ten Different Facet Cuts of Gemstones [203878]2227 - Ten Different Facet Cuts of Gemstones [203878]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Ten Different Facet Cuts of Gemstones, most over 10 cts. Good variety of color. Some artificial. Very attractive. Please inspect, an excellent lot
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Estimate : 250.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (300.00 + 75.00BP) = 375.00
 
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Semi Precious Cabochons-Opal, Malachite, Turquoise.... (24+) [205070]2228 - Semi Precious Cabochons-Opal, Malachite, Turquoise.... (24+) [205070]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Semi Precious Cabochons-Opal, Malachite, Turquoise.... (24) Beautiful assortment in varied sizes and colors, plus small box of bonus polished stones.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to d*******f for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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Jade Cabochons / Amulets (14) [205067]2229 - Jade Cabochons / Amulets (14) [205067]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Jade Cabochons / Amulets (14) from southern California Jeweler/stone cutter's archive. Post WWII. Nice assortment. 5 pieces hand-carved with sac...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Spherulite and Other Polished Cabochons (10) [205066]2230 - Spherulite and Other Polished Cabochons (10) [205066]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Spherulite and Other Polished Cabochons (10) 1-2 inches long and .75 - 1.5 inches wide. Ten very attracted pieces ready for custom jewelry. ^ Date:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to p********n for (225.00 + 56.25BP) = 281.25
 
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Moss Agates Polished Cabochons (28) [205068]2231 - Moss Agates Polished Cabochons (28) [205068]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Moss Agates Polished Cabochons (28) Nice Group. 10mm up to 40mm. Arrow shapes included. 1 with silver pendant holder attached. Ready for custom jewe
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to t********f for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Agate and Tiger's Eye Polished Cabochons (31) [205059]2232 - Agate and Tiger's Eye Polished Cabochons (31) [205059]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
31 polished cabochons; banded agates, red Tigers eye, regular Tigers eye and more. Lovely assortment. Sizes range from 6mm width to 40mm width and lo
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to t********f for (160.00 + 40.00BP) = 200.00
 
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Large Collection of Polished Cabochons and Stones [203886]2233 - Large Collection of Polished Cabochons and Stones [203886]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large Collection of Polished Cabochons and Stones. Divided box containing hundreds of Stones such as cats eye, turquoise, amethyst, Tigers eye, agates
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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Professional Gem Preparation and Identification Outfit [204781]2234 - Professional Gem Preparation and Identification Outfit [204781]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This lot is a perfect outfit for the beginning rock and gemologist. Contains a little of everything including some of the most important equipment nec
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Lapis Lazuli Orb and Stand [204803]2235 - Lapis Lazuli Orb and Stand [204803]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful solid stone orb, Afghani Lapis Lazuli. 53 lbs. approx. 34 inch circumference. Gorgeous Display specimen. Comes with iron display stand.
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to C********s for (550.00 + 137.50BP) = 687.50
 
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Tiger's Eye Polished Sphere - 3" [204349]2236 - Tiger's Eye Polished Sphere - 3" [204349]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Tiger's eye polished sphere, 3" diameter. Excellent. Gorgeous bands of color shift when turned. See photo. ^ Date: Country (if not USA):...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 400.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Chinese Nephrite Jade Bi-Disc Masterpiece of unknown age/origin [204419]2237 - Chinese Nephrite Jade Bi-Disc Masterpiece of unknown age/origin [204419]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
In Chinese culture, the donut shape is a bi disc, a flat jade ring with deep historical and symbolic significance, symbolizing heaven and eternity. Fl
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to C********s for (1,450.00 + 362.50BP) = 1,812.50
 
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Cave Calcite Stalactite, Interesting Formation [204483]2238 - Cave Calcite Stalactite, Interesting Formation [204483]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Cave Calcite Stalactite in an interesting...phallic form.... is it just us? This is a unique and eye catching piece. Unfortunately the tallest prot
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Stunning Stalactite, Polished Slice of Fossilized Coral [204482]2239 - Stunning Stalactite, Polished Slice of Fossilized Coral [204482]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Stunning Stalactite, Polished Slice of Fossilized Coral. This piece has been labelled as the Stalactite Poodle, because the shape resembles the ridic
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Start Price : 125.00 | Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Herkimer Diamonds in Matrix - 2 Pieces [204406]2240 - Herkimer Diamonds in Matrix - 2 Pieces [204406]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Unique Herkimer Diamonds on Dolomite matrix. Cavities or "vugs" are lined with dark gray or black drusy crystals, that sometimes sparkle ...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to f*****E for (65.00 + 16.25BP) = 81.25
 
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Herkimer Diamonds in Matrix - Massive Display Specimen [204407]2241 - Herkimer Diamonds in Matrix - Massive Display Specimen [204407]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Large Herkimer Diamonds on Dolomite matrix. This massive rock measures approximately 10 x 8 x 6 inches and has vugs that are pale to dark gray with
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Herkimer Diamonds - 7 Natural diamonds [204405]2242 - Herkimer Diamonds - 7 Natural diamonds [204405]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Herkimer diamonds are double-terminated quartz crystals discovered within exposed outcrops of dolomite in and around Herkimer County, New York. Most
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 800.00
 
 
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Coleman Mine - Vertical Display Quartz [204346]2243 - Coleman Mine - Vertical Display Quartz [204346]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Coleman mine, vertical display piece, quartz. 2.5x1.5" base, 4.5" tall. See photo. ^ Date: Country (if not USA): State: Arkansas City...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Quartz, Display Piece - Coleman Mine [204347]2244 - Quartz, Display Piece - Coleman Mine [204347]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Coleman mine, quartz. Clear to white coloration. 10x3x5". See photo. ^ Date: Country (if not USA): State: Arkansas City: Coleman Mine Pro...
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Estimate : 500.00 - 800.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Quartz, Display Piece - Coleman Mine [204348]2245 - Quartz, Display Piece - Coleman Mine [204348]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Coleman mine, quartz. Clear to white coloration with very subtle rosy hue at base. 8x5x3.75". See photo. ^ Date: Country (if not USA): Stat...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to 8********l.. for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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