Hauntingly Good Timed Auction, October 2023

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location3555 Airway Drive Suite 308, Reno, Nevada, 89511, United States In Person PreviewPreview

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Welcome to a Hauntingly Good timed auction!
We have selected about 1800 lots for your perusal in a two-day timed auction.
We have picked out a wide variety of great stuff – from true individual item rarities to very popular collecting categories such as mining, numismatics, philatelics, sports and a great selection of western history and collectibles libraries.
The largest section by far is numismatics, with about 300 lots! Here, you’ll find an excellent cross section of rarities in many subject areas. Some of the highlights are many silver ingot lots that include two US Mint, San Francisco 5 ounce ingots and a wide variety of small collector commemorative silver ingots. There are about 50 lots of currency including some nice fractional currency lots, not to mention a nice scrip section. There are about 65 lots of medals and nearly the same of tokens. So-Called dollars also join in the mix along with numismatic ephemera highlighted by an original Carson City Mint US Dollar bag!
Philatelics, inclusive of postcards, contain over 200 lots, with some nice lots of advertising covers, stamp collections, and some really good imprinted revenue stamp collections, as well as adhesive revenue on document groups. The post cards come from three different collections, and center on California, especially the Nevada County region.
Sports contains about 50 lots in this section, highlighted by signed baseballs (Willie Mays, etc) and a wonderful original decoy duck collection from the Gary Bracken Collection – the one he had on display in his law office.
The Stock & Bond section is also approaches 300 lots, with specialty categories of mining and railroad, though don’t miss the telephone & telegraph, auto and other parts! The stock and bond section is again full of goodies, with most of the better material saved for the upcoming live auction, where you’ll see some truly great rarities from the John Herzog Collection, as well as various California collections.
Mining and minerals contain about 150 lots of a wide variety of goodies from several collections.
The art section is about 50 lots, containing lithographs, prints, sculptures.
Books and autographs are about 130 lots, centering on western history and collectibles.
The antique bottle section again has a great selection of about 150 lots, mostly from the Bracken Collection (mid-west and Colorado) and western collections. You’ll find more beer trays and bottle collecting ephemera too.
Gary Bracken’s massive collections included some fantastic general store items, particularly tins from the 1870s-1940 or so. We will be offering a smidgen of these wonderful artifacts as a “teaser”, with most of the best reserved for our next large Live auction, which we hope will be in November.
Our general ephemera section is always a big hit. Here, you’ll find selections from the Jann Garvis Sierra County and Gold Rush Collections and other California and Montana collections.
American check collections are scattered throughout the catalog, and can be found in the ephemera and philatelic sections, though you should peruse the entire catalog. We have many lots of imprinted revenue stamps on check and document that have come in from all over the country. We also put

DAY ONE
Lots 1000 - 1042 Art
Lots 1043 - 1056 Firearms & Weapons
Lots 1057 - 1066 Autographs
Lots 1067 - 1191 Books
Lots 1192 - 1339 Bottles, Stoneware, Diary, Malted Milk, Brewing, Beer, Glasses, Spirits
Lots 1340 - 1354 Saloon
Lots 1355 - 1423 Collectibles, Tins, Vintage Décor, Dolls
Lots 1424 - 1426 Gaming Items
Lots 1427 - 1436 Cowboy
Lots 1437 - 1453 Entertainment, Hollywood, Circus, Radio/TV, Cinema
Lots 1454 - 1682 Ephemera/Paper
Lots 1683 - 1689 Firefighting Memorabilia
Lots 1690 - 1701 Fraternal Organizations
Lots 1702 - 1712 Maps
Lot 1713 Marbles
Lots 1714 - 1715 Model Railroading
Lots 1716 - 1733 Music (Albums, Memorabilia, Instruments, etc.)
Lots 1734 - 1781 Miscellaney - Everything but the Kitchen Sink
Lots 1783 - 1815 Photography
Lots 1816 - 1835 Political
Lots 1836 - 1838 Scales
Lots 1839 - 1842 Signs
Lots 1843 - 1867 Souvenir Plates, Spoons & Flatware, Dining Service
Lots 1868 - 1876 Tobacciana
Lots 1877 - 1891 Tools
Lots 1892 - 1910 Toys
Lots 1911 - 1912 World's Fair/Expositions
Lots 1913 - 1914 Wrist Watches
Lots 1915 - 1945 Foreign Collectibles
Lots 1946 - 1971 Military
Lots 1972 - 1986 Minerals, Fossils, Ore Specimens
Lots 1987 - 1999 Mining Artifacts

DAY TWO
Lots 2000 - 2104 Mining Ephemera & Collectibles
Lots 2105 - 2132 Native Americana; Arrowheads, Art, Beadwork, Artifacts, Ephemera
Lots 2133 - 2421 Numismatica
Bullion: 2134
Coins: 2159
Currency: 2191
Ephemera: 2226
Foreign: 2236
Ingots: 2250
Medals: 2256
Miscellaneous: 2321
So-Called Dollars: 2350
Tokens: 2369
Lots 2422 - 2601 Philatelia / Posta History
Covers: 2422
WF/Express & Stamps: 2454
Postcards: 2484
Lots 2602 - 2654 Sports
Baseball: 2602
Football: 2624
Golf: 2629
Olympics: 2630
Misc. Sports: 2635
Lots 2655 - 2775 Stocks & Bonds
Lots 2776 - 2862 Transportation
Automobile: 2776
Miscellaneous: 2794
Railroad: 2796
Stagecoach: 2854
Steamship/Marine: 2856
SHIPPING & HANDLING: The customer is responsible for all shipping and packaging charges. We offer shipping service as a convenience to our buyers. Items are not shipped until the invoice and shipping charges are completely paid. Shipping costs will be calculated and billed separately after your items have been paid for. Purchases will be shipped via our approved, insured carriers: FedEx, UPS, USPS or DHL. Pick up is available from our Reno office, once you have received your invoice post auction
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Shreve, Treat & Eacret Ring Box  [172560]1380 - Shreve, Treat & Eacret Ring Box [172560]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Original ring box from Shreve, Treat & Eacret, 136 Geary Street, San Francisco. 48 x 44 x 21 mm; with a place for a 21 mm coin or ring. Latchin...
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Estimate : 70.00 - 100.00
Sold to h*****5 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Cedar Box  [170087]1381 - Cedar Box [170087]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Cedar Box, measures 20"x 9"x 6". Hasp works, interior in nice condition. See photos for more details.
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to L*****n for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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Christmas decorations  [119511]1382 - Christmas decorations [119511]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
In this lot of Christmas decorations is a Santa windsock; a Santa felt gift bag; a Santa candy jar; a 12 Days of Christmas cookie tin; and a designer
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 10.00 - 50.00
 
 
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Natasha the Little Russian Girl doll designed by Kathy Berry Hippensteel  [110501]1383 - Natasha the Little Russian Girl doll designed by Kathy Berry Hippensteel [110501]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a little doll called Natasha "the little Russian girl" designed by Kathy Berry Hippensteel and distributed by Ashton-Drake and Kno...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 30.00 - 90.00
 
 
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Avon Collectible Men's After Shave Bottles  [116727]1384 - Avon Collectible Men's After Shave Bottles [116727]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Seventeen original Avon Bottles in original boxes, plus two without box (including cobalt blue fishing reel). These were filled with after shave, circ
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 40.00 - 120.00
 
 
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Great Sailing Ships Collection of Brass/teak Capsules  [171829]1385 - Great Sailing Ships Collection of Brass/teak Capsules [171829]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Complete set of 25 Franklin Mint, The Great Sailing Ships polished brass and teak capsules. Each with different brass sailing ship, housed in a teak c
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 70.00
Sold to b*******n for (55.00 + 13.75BP) = 68.75
 
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19th Century Ceramics  [172682]1386 - 19th Century Ceramics [172682]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of two ornate, gold trimmed cups (no lids, possibly vases) with artistic scenes. Each is 4 inches in diameter and 4 inches tall. Scenes of sailing
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 70.00
 
 
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Vintage Pinbacks  [171488]1387 - Vintage Pinbacks [171488]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of 12 vintage pinbacks: Set Sail for Long Beach; Canadian Legion Convention, San Jose, Cal. 1941; I'm the Guy That Put The Punk in Punkins;...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to R********v.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Vintage Metal Keys & Razors  [171879]1388 - Vintage Metal Keys & Razors [171879]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Old lock and key; large safety pins; two belt buckles (wooden whale; Kansas); two vintage safety razors; six vintage keys.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold to E********r.. for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Wanna-Be Doll  [103382]1389 - Wanna-Be Doll [103382]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a "role identity toy" in the design of a football player. You will find number "57" and a "W" on this helmet. ...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
 
 
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F Burkart Tack Tin, Rare  [172446]1390 - F Burkart Tack Tin, Rare [172446]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Rare triangular blue Burkart Tack with original cork, 4", small dent, some discoloration. Gary Bracken Collection
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Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
Sold to t***6 for (15.00 + 3.75BP) = 18.75
 
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Al Foss Pork Rind Minnow Tin  [172447]1391 - Al Foss Pork Rind Minnow Tin [172447]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
c. 1920's Al Foss Pork Rind Minnow red tin with largemouth bass ready to strike! 1x4x1.205". Some rust, no dents. Gary Bracken C...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Wall Pocket Collection, California Origin.  (4 Pieces)  [131010]1392 - Wall Pocket Collection, California Origin. (4 Pieces) [131010]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Four pieces from California potters, includes Treasure Craft from South Gate, California with small chip on back; Cali Crown; Davis; Miramar of Califo
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Wall Pocket Collection, European Origin (8 pieces)  [131248]1393 - Wall Pocket Collection, European Origin (8 pieces) [131248]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Includes three Delft pieces, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Slovakia, Austria, etc.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Knowles Doll Collection  [118020]1394 - Knowles Doll Collection [118020]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a collection of six dolls; three Yolanda's Picture Perfect Dolls and two International Dolls all made by Knowles. There is a Chen doll; ...
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Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
Sold to n*******4 for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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Vintage Rug Beaters  [172557]1395 - Vintage Rug Beaters [172557]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Lot of three wooden handled, metal rug beaters and a vintage whisk broom with wooden handle. The rug beaters are 30-36 inches long, excellent for int
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Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to V******y for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Barrel and Wood Box Ends (3)  [147473]1396 - Barrel and Wood Box Ends (3) [147473]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
9" rusty Pacific Mills Powder. 10" wood Phoenix Horse Shoes with hanging wire, 8.5x10.5" wood FW Braun, Los Angeles Cal.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
 
 
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Small Hatchets including Carrie Nation 1901 (3)  [170410]1397 - Small Hatchets including Carrie Nation 1901 (3) [170410]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a collection of three small hatchets. There is a " 1901 / Axe of All Nations/ Cut Out Whiskey" with the likeness of Carrie Nation...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to S***6 for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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Vintage Gas. Milk and Oil Lube Cans, 3  [170679]1398 - Vintage Gas. Milk and Oil Lube Cans, 3 [170679]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Red gas can by SVR. Stamping, Syracuse, NY with braze repaired spout, 18x13x6". Columbia Steel Tank screw top, Lube Oil Can. 23x11". Milk?...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 350.00
 
 
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Dionne Quintette Collectibles  [171884]1399 - Dionne Quintette Collectibles [171884]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
On May 24, 1934 five babies were born two months premature and not expected to live; but they survived and became famous. The girls themselves became
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to R********v.. for (10.00 + 2.50BP) = 12.50
 
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