Montana Frontier History Auction

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Welcome to the Montana Frontier History Auction. Our two-day sale features a vast assortment of items.
Day 1: Cowboy Spurs, Bits, Indian Beadwork, Turquoise Jewelry, Navajo Rugs, Indian Artifacts, Chinese and Asian Objects, Tokens, Coins, Montana Photography and Historical Items, Band Signed Photos and Backstage Passes, Flags, Books, Rugs, Blankets, Textiles, and so much more.
Also included in Day 1 is a large selection of artworks from the Estate of Frederick Kress a notable California Artist.

Other featured artists include: Ace Powell, Bob Scriver, Taylor Lynde, Dave Powell, Tom Saubert, Les Peters, and Ralph Earl Decamp. A highlight of our art portion is the addition of an original Rembrandt etching of Jan Lutma.

Other lots of note include two industry award medals, given to Colorado Territory Gunsmith FW Freund for his accomplishments.

Day 2: Our Military and Firearm Day. Including a 7th Cavalry Montana Campaign Hat, a Signal Corps Messenger Pigeon Cage, Collection of Vietnam War Theater Made Patches, and many more unique and historical items.
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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Lot of US Navy Uniforms76 - Lot of US Navy Uniforms
Davis Brothers Auction
Very nice grouping.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Small Goat John Louis Clarke Bronze Montana76 - Small Goat John Louis Clarke Bronze Montana
Davis Brothers Auction
Artist is John Louis Clarke of Glacier Park Montana. Work is entitled "Small Goat". Numbered as shown. 4" tall, 3.5" wide.
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Estimate : 350.00 - 500.00
Sold for (350.00) = 350.00
 
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WW1 Trench Art Prussian Cross77 - WW1 Trench Art Prussian Cross
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice piece. Made from casings and fashioned into a cross. 7.5" tall.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Group of US Army Items77 - Group of US Army Items
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #178 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #1
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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Vintage Replogle 12" World Ocean Globe78 - Vintage Replogle 12" World Ocean Globe
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice old globe. 1970's. 15.5" tall.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Korean War Army Propaganda Disney Game Cards79 - Korean War Army Propaganda Disney Game Cards
Davis Brothers Auction
Interesting group of games. Four in a row, Air Raid, and Hang the Butcher. As produced by Disney during the Korean War.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #279 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #2
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #380 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #3
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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1863 New York Gustavus Civil War Trade Token80 - 1863 New York Gustavus Civil War Trade Token
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Mid Century Wood Momentum Toy81 - Mid Century Wood Momentum Toy
Davis Brothers Auction
Neat toy with Zoo Animals. 11" tall.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #481 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #4
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #582 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute FS-12 #5
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Victorian Pressed Paper Indian Chief Portrait82 - Victorian Pressed Paper Indian Chief Portrait
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice old piece. 9" diameter.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container83 - Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
Davis Brothers Auction
7.5" tall. Paper insert intact. No handle. Some Damage as shown.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #183 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #1
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #284 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #2
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container84 - Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
Davis Brothers Auction
4" tall. Paper insert intact. No handle.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container85 - Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
Davis Brothers Auction
7" tall. Paper insert intact, but has detached.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #385 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #3
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #486 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #4
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
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Antique Halloween Trick or Treat Candy Basket86 - Antique Halloween Trick or Treat Candy Basket
Davis Brothers Auction
Very nice old painted basket. Used by Trick or Treaters. Very nice old piece of American folk art. 20" tall.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (25.00 + 6.25BP) = 31.25
 
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Antique Risque Nude Painted Silk Necktie87 - Antique Risque Nude Painted Silk Necktie
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice old tie. Some staining. Has the tagline from Marilyn Monroe's Movie.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #587 - US Forest Service Silk Parachute XP-5 #5
Davis Brothers Auction
As used by smokejumpers. Has patches as shown. Photo shown is not included.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Group of US Army Navy Unit Photos88 - Group of US Army Navy Unit Photos
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping of unit photos.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Vintage Japanese Wood Inlaid Puzzle Box88 - Vintage Japanese Wood Inlaid Puzzle Box
Davis Brothers Auction
3.5" by 5.5".
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Vintage Japanese Wood Inlaid Puzzle Box89 - Vintage Japanese Wood Inlaid Puzzle Box
Davis Brothers Auction
5" by 8.5".
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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WW2 Yank Magazine Lot89 - WW2 Yank Magazine Lot
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice lot.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (95.00) = 95.00
 
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WW2 Browning BAR Magazine Pouch Belt90 - WW2 Browning BAR Magazine Pouch Belt
Davis Brothers Auction
Nicely marked example.
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Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Royal Crystal Salt Montana Mercantile Co Blotters90 - Royal Crystal Salt Montana Mercantile Co Blotters
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice group of Montana advertising ink blotters.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
 
 
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Art Deco Mirrored Place Setting Name Tags91 - Art Deco Mirrored Place Setting Name Tags
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping in original box. Hard to find.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Group of Indian Wars US Army Infantry Insignia91 - Group of Indian Wars US Army Infantry Insignia
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Collection of US Army USMC Insignia Medals Badges92 - Collection of US Army USMC Insignia Medals Badges
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Full Plate Tintype Shaker or Quaker Woman92 - Full Plate Tintype Shaker or Quaker Woman
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice large full plate image of an old woman in her bonnet. The woman appears to be either Shaker or Quaker. Taken by JS Mayer of New York. 12" ...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Horses I've Known Will James 194593 - Horses I've Known Will James 1945
Davis Brothers Auction
Second printing 1945.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
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Miniature US Military Medals Ribbon Bars93 - Miniature US Military Medals Ribbon Bars
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice collection.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Collection of WW2 Vietnam War Patches94 - Collection of WW2 Vietnam War Patches
Davis Brothers Auction
US Army Rangers, Airborne, Glider Pilot, and More. Nice collection.
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Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (210.00) = 210.00
 
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1920 Montana Power Company Santa Claus Reciept94 - 1920 Montana Power Company Santa Claus Reciept
Davis Brothers Auction
Very nice receipt with Santa Claus Vignette. Dated December 24th 1920. 8" by 10" framed.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Older Persian Oriental Rug Made in Iran95 - Older Persian Oriental Rug Made in Iran
Davis Brothers Auction
24" by 38" including fringe.
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Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (120.00) = 120.00
 
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US Army Regulation Bugle95 - US Army Regulation Bugle
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice old bugle.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (220.00) = 220.00
 
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WW2 US Army Pickaxe96 - WW2 US Army Pickaxe
Davis Brothers Auction
Dated 1945.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Antique Postcards Snapshots and Greeting Cards96 - Antique Postcards Snapshots and Greeting Cards
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping. Postcards, snapshots, greeting cards, and more.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Lot of Vintage Spice Tins Schilling Durkees97 - Lot of Vintage Spice Tins Schilling Durkees
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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WW2 M1 Garand Leather Rifle Scabbard97 - WW2 M1 Garand Leather Rifle Scabbard
Davis Brothers Auction
Very nice example.
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Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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Group of WW2 US Military Pillows98 - Group of WW2 US Military Pillows
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Pre War Lionel O Gauge Passenger Train Set98 - Pre War Lionel O Gauge Passenger Train Set
Davis Brothers Auction
Very nice set in original matching boxes. 262 Engine and 262T Tender, 817 Caboose, 814 Refrigerator Car, and 812 Gondola Car.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 750.00
Sold for (190.00) = 190.00
 
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Group of CM Charles Russell Prints99 - Group of CM Charles Russell Prints
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (85.00 + 21.25BP) = 106.25
 
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Group of US Military Air Force Army Books99 - Group of US Military Air Force Army Books
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Photographic History of the Civil War100 - Photographic History of the Civil War
Davis Brothers Auction
10 Volume set. Nice examples.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold for (230.00) = 230.00
 
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Charles Russell Remington Navajo Books100 - Charles Russell Remington Navajo Books
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (80.00 + 20.00BP) = 100.00
 
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