Mueller ~ Schmidtmann Western Americana BONANZA

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