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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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Art Deco Sterling Silver Flapper Mesh Purse1001 - Art Deco Sterling Silver Flapper Mesh Purse
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Nice old purse. Made from Sterling Silver.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (180.00) = 180.00
 
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Art Deco Flapper Mandalian Mesh Metal Purse1002 - Art Deco Flapper Mandalian Mesh Metal Purse
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Nice old purse. Made by Mandalian.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (120.00) = 120.00
 
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Montana Cowboy Heart Bridle Collar Pieces1003 - Montana Cowboy Heart Bridle Collar Pieces
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Nice pair.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (20.00 + 5.00BP) = 25.00
 
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McCloskie Patent 1891 Stoneware Whiskey Crock Jug1004 - McCloskie Patent 1891 Stoneware Whiskey Crock Jug
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Nice old piece. 7" tall.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Jemez Pueblo Indian Pottery Bowl1005 - Jemez Pueblo Indian Pottery Bowl
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2" tall, 3" diameter.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Antique Indian Pottery Pot Bowl Vase1006 - Antique Indian Pottery Pot Bowl Vase
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Nice old pot. 3.5" tall, 3" diameter.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Montana Indian Buffalo Dreamcatcher1007 - Montana Indian Buffalo Dreamcatcher
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Nice piece. Pottery buffalo skull. Beaded Dreamcatcher.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Stone Indian Artifact Celt Pestle1008 - Stone Indian Artifact Celt Pestle
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8" long. Nice old piece.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Paiute Indian Pottery Bowl Vase1009 - Paiute Indian Pottery Bowl Vase
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Signed Paige. Made by Paiute Indians. 6" diameter, 2.75" tall.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Montana Bronze Horse Head Award Plaque1010 - Montana Bronze Horse Head Award Plaque
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Made by Laurie Martin. 7" diameter.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (50.00 + 12.50BP) = 62.50
 
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Art Nouveau Verlys Lalique Dragon Fly Dresser Box1011 - Art Nouveau Verlys Lalique Dragon Fly Dresser Box
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Nice old piece. Unsure as to maker. Opalescent. Very finely made. 5" diameter.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Group of Montana Cowboy Belt Buckles1012 - Group of Montana Cowboy Belt Buckles
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Nice grouping. Several are Montana Silversmiths.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Group of Vintage Cowboy Belt Buckles1013 - Group of Vintage Cowboy Belt Buckles
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Nice grouping. Including a 1977 Hesston Rodeo Buckle.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
 
 
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Al Tietjen Reno Nevada Cowboy Horse Bit1014 - Al Tietjen Reno Nevada Cowboy Horse Bit
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Very nice bit. Signed as shown.
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold for (230.00) = 230.00
 
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Antique Buermann Iron Montana Cowboy Horse Bit1015 - Antique Buermann Iron Montana Cowboy Horse Bit
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Signed with the star mark.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Alaskan Inuit Eskimo Soapstone Carving1016 - Alaskan Inuit Eskimo Soapstone Carving
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Carving on soapstone. 9.5" long, 5" tall.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Victorian Sterling Silver Travel Hair Comb1017 - Victorian Sterling Silver Travel Hair Comb
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Very nice comb with fine Repousse work. Hallmarked. 5" long.
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Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Montana Bronze Horse Head Award Plaque1018 - Montana Bronze Horse Head Award Plaque
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Made by Laurie Martin. 7" diameter.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Indian Pottery Dreamcatcher Pot1019 - Indian Pottery Dreamcatcher Pot
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Interesting piece. Signed as shown. 3.5" tall, 4" diameter.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Eskimo Inuit Soapstone Carving Thermometer1020 - Eskimo Inuit Soapstone Carving Thermometer
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Unusual piece. Signed as shown. 3.5" tall, 4" long.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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Navajo Indian Pottery Vase Pot1021 - Navajo Indian Pottery Vase Pot
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3.75" tall, 6" wide.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Sterling Silver Opal Inlay Necklace and Earrings1022 - Sterling Silver Opal Inlay Necklace and Earrings
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Very nice set. Indian pattern, signed as shown.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Montana Blackfoot Indian Beaded Gauntlets1023 - Montana Blackfoot Indian Beaded Gauntlets
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Very nice pair of gloves. Second Half of the 20th Century.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (220.00) = 220.00
 
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Northwest Coast Indian Carved Necklace1024 - Northwest Coast Indian Carved Necklace
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Nice necklace, cedar pendant.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Montana Indian Made Painted War Drum1025 - Montana Indian Made Painted War Drum
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Very nice contemporary drum. Dated 2008. Signed as shown. 12.5" diameter.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Very Large Natural Turquoise Nugget1026 - Very Large Natural Turquoise Nugget
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Huge Nugget. 53.8 grams. 269 Carats.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (160.00) = 160.00
 
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Howard Bros Pocket Watch Coin Silver1027 - Howard Bros Pocket Watch Coin Silver
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Coin Silver Case. Fusee. Independent Watch Company Movement.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for (230.00 + 57.50BP) = 287.50
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Bolo Tie1028 - Navajo Sterling Silver Bolo Tie
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2" long, 1.25" wide. Signed as shown.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Necklace Pendant1029 - Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Necklace Pendant
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Nice piece. Signed as shown.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Vintage Bulova 23 Jewel Self Winding Mens Watch1030 - Vintage Bulova 23 Jewel Self Winding Mens Watch
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Nice older watch. Pie Crust Bezel, Sunburst Dial.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (180.00) = 180.00
 
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Sterling Silver Bracelet1031 - Sterling Silver Bracelet
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Nice older bracelet. Signed as shown.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Art Deco Hammered Sterling Silver Belt Buckle1032 - Art Deco Hammered Sterling Silver Belt Buckle
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Nice early silver buckle. Signed D&C. 1.75" long, 1.25" wide.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Antique Filigree Silver Bracelet1033 - Antique Filigree Silver Bracelet
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Most likely European.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Mid Century Taxco Sterling Silver Amethyst Ring1034 - Mid Century Taxco Sterling Silver Amethyst Ring
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Nice ring. Size is 6.5.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Navajo Red Coral Sterling Silver Ring1035 - Navajo Red Coral Sterling Silver Ring
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Nice ring. Size is 6.5.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (130.00) = 130.00
 
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Thai Sterling Silver Shipwreck Coin Ring1036 - Thai Sterling Silver Shipwreck Coin Ring
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Appears to be made from a salvaged piece of silver. Possibly a coin from a shipwreck. Size is 7.75
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (95.00) = 95.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring1037 - Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring
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Nice Old Pawn ring. Size is 8.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Sterling Silver Cowboy Saddle Ring1038 - Sterling Silver Cowboy Saddle Ring
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Signed as shown. Size 5.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Dragon Ring1039 - Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Dragon Ring
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Nice old ring. Size 10.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Navajo Turquoise Coral Sterling Silver Ring1040 - Navajo Turquoise Coral Sterling Silver Ring
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Nice ring. Size is 5.75.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Nude Woman Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Ring1041 - Nude Woman Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Ring
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Size is 9.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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To Live on a Reservation Bicentennial Edition1042 - To Live on a Reservation Bicentennial Edition
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1976 Bicentennial Edition.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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The Derrydale Press A Bibliography1043 - The Derrydale Press A Bibliography
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1981 Edition with Slip Case.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Lone Cowboy My Life Story Will James1044 - Lone Cowboy My Life Story Will James
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1945 printing date. Nice volume.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Group of Montana Western History Books1045 - Group of Montana Western History Books
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Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Group of Comic Books Spiderman Marvel1046 - Group of Comic Books Spiderman Marvel
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Very nice grouping of comics from all different eras. Superman, Supergirl, Spiderman, Green Lantern and more.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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Historical Society of Montana Contributions1047 - Historical Society of Montana Contributions
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Nice grouping. Volumes 1 and 8 have been rebound.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (240.00 + 60.00BP) = 300.00
 
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Trails Plowed Under Charles Russell1048 - Trails Plowed Under Charles Russell
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Nice edition with original dust jacket.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Pair of Hudsons Bay Company History Books1049 - Pair of Hudsons Bay Company History Books
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Peter Skene Ogden and the Hudsons Bay Company, and West of the Mountains James Sinclair and the Hudsons Bay Company.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Frontier Days in the Flathead Country McCurdy1050 - Frontier Days in the Flathead Country McCurdy
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One is signed as shown.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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