Mueller ~ Schmidtmann Western Americana BONANZA

Presentation Ingot. Top reads: Colo-Phila Reduction / Company / Colorado City, Colo; Bottom reads: J. A. Hayes; Measures 3 5/8" x 1.25" x .

A favorite place in this resort town. Cabinet card measures 6 1/2”x4”, beige single matte 7”x4 1/2”, medium contrast—some yellowing, and the focus is

A summer resort. Cabinet card photograph measures 7 1/4”x4 1/3”, beige single matte 8”x5”, medium contrast—suffers from some yellowing, and the focus

Incorporated under the laws of Colorado in 1896. Certificate # 7363, issued to F.G. Braege in 1912 for 1,000 shares. Signed by J.R. McKinnie preside

Incorporated under the laws of Colorado. Incorporated March 8, 1894. Certificate # 2693, issued to J. C. Carter in 1900 for 1,000 shares. Signed by

Measures 8" x 5" on white matte, contrast is medium and focus is sharp. In good condition with wear. A crease is present in the photograph

Photo reads, THE ‘W.’ PIKES PEAK CARRIAGE ROAD. Cabinet card photograph measures 7”x5 1/4”, beige single matte 8”x5”, medium contrast—suffers from so

Lodgings on the trail. Cabinet card photograph measures 7 1/4”x4 1/4”, beige single matte 8”x5”, high to medium contrast—suffers from yellowing, and

This lot of 3 photo cards show different scenes of interest in the area. Two of the photo cards are by Hileman. The first shows Bennett Ave. in 1908

Incorporated in Colorado. Cert. #527 issued to E.P. Arthur in 1899 for 1000 shares. Signed by W. H. O'Brien, president, and by secretary H.S. Wh...

Incorporated under the laws of Iowa. Certificate # 1235, issued to Mrs. D.J. Nicholas in 1901 for 1,000 shares. Signed by (Illegible) President and

Fred, E.M. Hardcover, 495 pages, including many illustrations and diagrams. Publisher: Fred Hills, Colorado Springs, Colorado, June, 1900. The author

Measures 10 3/4 x 7 1/2." Incorporated in 1896. Certifies M. B. Huson Fifteen Hundred shares. Signed by the secratary and the president (both ill

On route travels a Cripple Creek Stage Line. Photograph measures 4 1/2”x3 1/2”, mounted on construction paper, high contrast, and the focus is good—t

Incorporated under the laws of Colorado. Certificate # 117, issued to Charles Gillett in 1875 for 100 shares. Both President and Secretary signature

Measures 7" x 4 1/2" on white matte. Contrast is medium and focus is sharp. In good condition with very little wear. A canyon is shown wit

Measures 6" x 3 1/2." Medium contrast and focus is sharp. In good condition with some wear. The photograph on the left side has a small te

Lot of two. 1) Die Proof Vignette that measures 1 7/8 x 2 1/8". Small portrait on India paper. Used on Clark, Gruber & Co. Underneath reads...

Incorporated under the laws of Colorado. Certificate # 472 issued to Chas J. Knoch, Trustee in 1898 for 5,000 shares. Signed by J.E. Kiefer Presiden

Shows a bird's eye view of the Platte Canal. Measures 6 1/2" x 4 1/4" on white matte; medium contrast and focus is sharp. In good co...

A Concord Coach for the Holladay Overland Mail sits idle. Stereograph measures 6 5/8”x3 1/4”, medium contrast—some yellowing, and the focus is good.

Surveying at the corner of the Pioneer Building. Photograph measures 4”x6 1/2”, beige single matte—minor wear on the corners 4 1/2”x 7”, high to medi

This silver railroad pass is a fine example of one of the only three different precious metal railroad passes known in America. This is a bearer'...

Measures 7’’x4 1/2’’ on tan matte, medium contrast and focus is sharp. In good condition with little wear. Some marks of wear on the top of the photo

A studio portrait by W.G. Chamberlain, also part of his “Colorado Scenery” series. A seated young man is dressed in full regalia, complete with beaded

A studio portrait of a seated Indian man, wrapped in what appears to be a Navajo chief’s blanket. Thus, this Ute “Brave” could very well have been a c

Another studio photo of a group of 5 Ute Indian people taken by Chamberlain as part of his “Colorado Scenery” series. Three are seated in front and tw

Titled: Ute Indians, this photo is an up-close portrait of an Indian man wearing a plaid shirt, a beaded necklace with “naja” (a Navajo word indicatin

Another of William Gunnison Chamberlain’s excellent photographs, this one a profile of a seated Ute man, taken in a studio. Part of Chamberlain’s Colo

A portrait of a Ute Indian man by W.G. Chamberlain, one of Chamberlain’s Colorado Scenery series. The photo shows a seated Indian man with long braids

Photograph measures 6 1/2”x4 1/2”, no matte, high to medium contrast—tends toward the blacks, and the focus is sharp. On the back of the photo “City

Incorporated in Colorado. Cert. #11, issued to E.H. Rankin for 1000 shares in 1881. Signed by E.H. Rankin as president and by J.C. Davidson as secreta

Incorporated under the laws of Colorado. Certificate # 1313, issued to the Philidelphia Trust Safe Deposit & Insurance Company, Trustee for Helen

This young man looks sternly into the studio camera of W.G. Chamberlain. He wears a buckskin fringed shirt, and a beaded choker with a large medallion

Incorporated under the laws of Colorado. Cerificate # 1893, issued to D.O. Frayer in 1913 for 200 shares. Signed by J. Jas Joskin President and F.A

This is a nice stage coach photo of the early railroad town in Southwestern Colorado, post 1881. Several of the passengers are peering out of the sta

Measures 10 1/4 x 7". Incorporated June 13, 1866. Certifies that A. C. Blair is entitled to six shares. Signed by the treasurer and president (b

A great photo of horses and mules loaded for a trip. Two women and five men are mounted and ready to ride. The men are carrying rifles. A cabin und

Wagons, miners, and log cabins depict the reality of a wagon based transport town. Multiple wagons and men are presented in this early photo of the m

Rare unissued Sutler's Scrip, good for One Dollar in Merchandise. Printed on bond paper, lithographed in red and blue ink without imprint. The c...

Patented mining claim survey from the Ten Mile Mining District in Colorado. The survey is inked on linen and displays the claims in the Ten Mile and M

Small silver fob or pendant, shaped in the oblique view of a silver ingot, with a view of a steep walled canyon emblematic of Clear Creek canyon. The

J.A. Warde was the proprietor. This piece was originally misattributed as Colorado but it is in fact from Washington.

Top reads: L. Huepeded & Co. Georgetown; Front side reads: Silver .960 Fine. $13.38. Assayer chip from left corner. Measures 3" X 5/8" X

Presentation Ingot. Botton reads: From the JO Mine / Georgetown Colorado / Reynolds & Gilbert Proprietors / 1882; Measures 2.25" X .75"

The Georgetown loop was completed in 1884 and connected the town with Silver Plume. Considered an engineering marvel for its time, the Loop, or corks

Lovely canyon with a railroad track winding through it. Measures 10" x 6 1/2," medium contrast and focus is sharp. In good condition with

A great shot looking down the expansive Clear Creek Canyon showing the difficult terrain surrounding Clear Creek Valley. Cabinet card photograph measu

This photo looks down the narrow canyon of Green Lake Road onto the town. Cabinet card photo measures 4” x 6 3/8”, beige single matte 4 1/2” x 7”, hi

William H. Jackson’s Clear Creek Series makes its way to Georgetown. Stereograph measures 7”x4”, medium contrast—suffers from some aging, but it...

Very clear photograph measures 7 1/4”x4 1/4”, dark green single matte—minor wear on corners, high contrast--but mountains in the background are partia

A small wood building stands vacant in a field. It's windows and doors are boarded up because the state capital changed locations. Measures 7&q...

The log structure is a perfect place to wait in this mountainous setting. Measures 7 1/2" x 4 1/2," medium contrast and focus is sharp. In

Set of five (5) claim maps from the District situated just south of the town of Red Cliffs and located approximately 15 miles north of Leadville. One

Collection of 10 claim and town maps from the District. The city was just south of the town of Red Cliffs and located approximately 15 miles north of

The vehicles posed here in a semi-circle are lined up for a parade or a drive. Many of the autos have American Flags on their cars. Photograph meas

South Central Colorado’s prominent landmark mountains. Cabinet card measures 6 1/2”x 4 1/8”, beige single matte 7”x 4 1/2”, high to medium contrast—s

A nice presentation of the mining town that first boomed in 1860. Cabinet card photograph measures 7 1/4”x4 1/4”, dark green single matte with gold pi

A shot of the mining town that sprang to life in 1860. Cabinet card photo measures 5 1/2”x3 7/8”, tan single matte with minor foxing 7”x4 1/2”, mediu

This photograph depicts a water canon in search of placer gold. Photograph measures 4 3/4”x6 1/2”, green single matte 6”x8 1/2”, high to medium contr

Incorporated under the laws of New York. Certificate # A10681, issued to Fredrick Faush in 1881 for 100 shares. Signed by A. McDonald as President a

Looking west signs for a bakery, little casino saloon, and meat market are clearly visible. The town is clearly booming as evidenced by the number of

The finest historical ingot known from Colorado. The bottom side has an engraving of a mountain view. The left side reads: Weight / 32 oz. 20 dwts / 1

O'Keefe & Stockdorf, photograph affixed to a 6.5" X 4.25" card :"Compliments of---- THE CARBONATE NATIONAL BANK, Gold Exhibit...

A chilly winter's day scene. All is quiet. There are no people out. Measures 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" on green matte. Contrast is low to me...

Measures 10 1/4 x 7 1/4". Incorporated in 1882 Colorado. Certifies F. H. Officer One hundred shares. Signed by Geo. O. Feeler as assistant secret

A Brunswick, Balke, Collender pool table on the reverse.

A man and his revolver. Portrait cabinet card measures 3 7/8”x5 1/2”, white single matte with gold pin striped border 4 1/4”x6 1/2”, medium contrast—

Survey and construction crews pose. Lot of two photographs. 1) Measures 7 1/4”x3 1/4”, high to medium contrast—suffers from some yellowing, and the

The highest incorporated city in the country was also the state's biggest silver producer. Cabinet card photograph measures 6 1/2”x4”, beige si...

Logs are piled in front of a mill and arguably the most significant mining camp in the state's history sits in the background. Cabinet card pho...

People pose in front of a short lived mining town. Photograph measures 7 1/2”x5”, rough cut dark green single matte 8 1/2”x6 1/2”, medium contrast—te

Measures 8" x 5" on white matte, contrast is medium and focus is sharp. In good condition with some wear. The matte has wear on the corne

A J. Thurlow (1831-1978) photo titled "Manitou and Vicinity—No. 32." Ute Indian Chief. Part of the Colorado Views series. The picture shows

Measures 8’’x 5’’ on white matte, medium contrast and focus is sharp. In good condition with little wear. Small smudge is visible on the top right c

This is a pleasant view of an idyllic town. Cabinet card photograph measures 7 1/4”x4 1/4”, green single matte with gold pin stripe 8”x5”, high to me

Great view placing Manitou in the shadow of Pikes Peak. Cabinet card photograph measures 6 1/2”x 4 1/4”, beige single matte 7”x4 1/2”, medium contras

Famous point from which to shoot the early resort town. Cabinet card photograph measures 7 1/4”x4 1/2”, medium contrast—some fading on the upper half

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“Looking Northwest of Nevadaville.” Stereograph measures 7”x3 1/2”, tan single matte, high contrast, and the focus is sharp. Photographer, A. E. Dic

A hilly countryside view. Several wooded buildings can be seen in the background along with temporary tents. Measures 8" x 5" on white mat

Wow! This is a fascinating photograph! Mining towns in the state were often very familiar with avalanches in winter. As this photo is testament to,

Men and a boy pose on a porch. Photograph measures 7”x5 1/8”, black single matte 9”x7”, high to medium contrast, and the focus is good. Post Office,

Carrying explosives and shovels, pick, sledge, ax, and a wheel barrow this burro is outfitted for one of the railroad construction workers. An attach

A man stands posed next to a wagon that has a sign “Pikes Peak or Bust 1860,” a popular slogan in the gold rush. A tent appears in the background wit

People pose in front of the Pikes Peak Weather Station with saddled horses in the background. Cabinet card photograph measures 6 ½”x4”, beige ...

Shows rugged and steep mountains. Measures 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" on black matte. Contrast is medium and focus is sharp. In good condition with

The photo shows an inhabited, albeit crumbling, pueblo. Pieces of shale, adobe and stones have fallen from place. Two residents sit on steep stone sta

Cloudbursts caused a devastating deluge as this misplaced boxcar attests to. A boxcar has smashed into the corner of the “Union Depot." Photogra

Measures 8" by 6." Mounted 9 3/4" by 7 3/4." The mounting is in good condition. The contrast is medium, and the focus is good. T

James William Pringle was born in Scotland in 1838. Many members of the Pringle family immigrated to America for various mining rushes. James, alo

“Breaker and Mine Trestle at Ruby, Colo.” Photograph measures 7 7/8”x5 3/4”, beige single matte—wear on corners and colored from aging 10”x 8”, mediu

“Mining Camp at Ruby, Colo.” Photograph measures 7 7/8”x5 3/4”, beige single matte—wear on corners and colored from aging 10”x8”, medium to low contr

Incorporated in 1862. Cert. #234, issued to Daniel Harvey in 1865 for 25 shares. Signed by President A.A. McCully and secretary T. M. F. Patton. Grea

Auto sits idle and people pose in front of a store. Photograph measures 6 1/2”x4 1/2”, grey single matte with impressed border 10”x8”, high to medium

Measures 7" x 5" on white matte. Medium contrast and focus is sharp. In good condition with some wear. The upper right side of the matte

Overlooking the mining town. Cabinet card photograph measures 7 1/4”x4 1/4”, beige single matte 8”x5”, medium contrast—images is faded, and the focus

The town sits under a hillside of tailings. Cabinet card photograph measures 7 1/4”x4 1/4”, white single matte 8”x5”, high to medium contrast—suffers

Cute silver ingot weighing 0.91 troy ounces. Punched "Silverton / N.S.S.M.C. (backwards C)." 1.1" x 0.50" x 0.25". This