THE GOLDEN WEST AUCTIONS

Items include 1) Bundle of many various legal Nevada Justice Court summons covering small civilian complaints and grievances. Most of these are folded

Lot of 12 Deposit Receipts. 1) Issued Oct. 7, 1886. 2) Issued Dec. 7, 1903. 3) Issued Dec. 24, 1903. 4) Issued Feb. 28, 1888. 5) Issued July 13, 1891.

Lot of six checks from the Agency Bank of California all dating from the 1870’s. Each measures 8” long by 3” wide and is has either blue or red letter

Bonanza Queen: A novel of Virginia City by Zola Ross, tells the story of Virginia City socialite Serena Courtelot. Her story is about the days of the

The Comstock Club, 1891 by C.C. Goodwin. Signed and dated by J.H. Knauss on March 20, 1892. 289pg hardcover.

Comstock Mining and Miners: Monographs of the United States Geological Survey Volume IV by Elliot Lord and the United States Department of the Interio

Stock number 30602 for 100 shares of Capital Stock. A New York state corporation. Herbert Cablebach bought the stock at two dollars per share. Signed

Virginia City, Nevada. Storey County. Comstock Mining District. Incorporated under the laws of the State of Nevada, December 17, 1932. Certificates fr

Lot of Stocks. 157 total, dated from 1935-1944. As low as 12 shares and as high as 10,000 shares. A number of different Vice Presidents signing the

Lot of Stocks. 52 total, dated from 1924-1944. As low as 55 shares and as high as 563,400 shares. Most of the stocks were purchased by William Kend

Lot of Stocks. 8 total, dated from 1935-1939. As low as 1 share and as high as 1,000 shares. A number of different Vice Presidents signed these cer

A great collection of Mining paperwork. Some expense bills, dated 1890. A letter warning of fake agents selling stocks, no date listed. Two sets o

Lot of five Virginia City deeds dating from the late 19th century in regards to J.J. and David Crosby. Each deed measures 3”x 7 ¼”. Among them:...

Wells Fargo Express envelope c1868. The letter which was mailed in this envelope was addressed to a Mr. L.B. Frankel, Virginia City stockbroker. L.B.

Eilley Orrum: Queen of the Comstock by Swift Paine Eilley Orrum was one of the most colorful people of the Comstock. Dubbed “The Queen of the Comstock

In Old Virginia City by Douglas Hubbard, illustrated by Ed Vella.1956 hardcover with black and white illustrations. All components of the book are in

Cabinet card of a handsome young gentleman, well dressed in a coat, tie, top hat, and cane, with a garden background highlighted by several planters a

Edited and with an introduction by Oscar Lewis. Published by Lewis Osborne: Ashland, 1971. Hardcover, 53 pages with white paper dust-jacket. On Januar

Lot of three payroll vouchers, two for the Omega Mill dated 1876 and 1878, and one for the Morgan Hill Mill.

Lot of four items each in regards to shares of stock and ownership claims in 2 mining companies: East Bonanza Gold and Silver Mining Company and Broph

Lot of seven. Included are: Packet of miniature (2 x 3”) photographs (approximately 25) of Virginia City and environs; a 5 x 7” magazine page with pho

This Nevada Supreme Court document lists Brophy Mining Company as the Plaintiff vs. Brophy and Dale Gold and Silver Mining Company as the Defendant. T

Certificate #4526, issued to W.W. Stetson, Trustee in 1886 for 100 shares. Stock was issued from San Francisco. Both president and secretary signatu

Past All Dishonor by James M. Cain- 1947 book on the west and the silver boom. This is small red hardcover copy with the initials JMC imprinted in the

Two documents from the Savage Mining Company in Virginia City, NV. The first is an assay receipt for services for the month of November 1883, indicati

Silver on the Washoe, A book of poetry by by Irene Stone, 1961. Velvet paperback. No page numbers.

By Lord Eliot, copyrighted 1925 by the Nevada Branch of the American Association of University Women. No dust jacket, green cover. This book is a rep

The Mystery of the Savage Sump by Sam Davis, 11pg paperback, Rare. Sam Davis writes about two investors in the Comstock Lode who played the San Franci

The Saga of the Comstock Lode: Boom Days in Virginia City by George D. Lyman 1937 – A book on the classic history of the Comstock Lode in Virginia Cit

Lot of two Freight Vouchers with Overcharge Statements on shipments from Reno to the Yellow Jacket Smelter in Gold Hill. Details of the shipments and

Lot of approximately 60 pieces. Included are: receipts, passes, bills of lading, invoices, correspondence, tickets, way-bills, a daily ticket report,

A rectangular brass Fob reading: Commemorating the/ Discovery of Silver/ and showing a scene much like the Nevada state seal, with a prospector and hi

Lot of six reproduced photographs and lithographs from Virginia City NV. The items all measure 8” X 10” and include the following: 1) Lithograph of Go

Lot of two identical early, colored photographic prints of Virginia City, produced by Standard Oil Company of California. Both are mounted on matting

Lot of three checks originating from Virginia, NV. Checks are from different sources. The checks are: 1) May 28, 1866 check from the Superintendent’s

Standard Wells Fargo & Co.'s Express bullion receipt for shipment of Comstock bullion to San Francisco. This receipt covers 8 bars of bullio...

Collection of nine white border real photo post cards. Three are used, six are un-used. Various shots of the front of Virginia City buildings.

Lot of three includes: 1) Pioneer Nevada, published by Harolds Cub, Reno NV, copyright 1951. Hardcover, indexed, 207 pages including appendix and many

Lot of three. 1) Handwritten receipt issued Sept. 17, 1866 to Charles Bonner, Esq. For 221 lhs bullion. Atchison Mill Office noted at top right. The A

This is a nice photo of the Weepah boom that began in 1927. Photograph measures 4 ½”x2 ¾”, no matte, high contrast, and focus is sharp. ...

White Pine County, Nevada. Cherry Creek District. Incorporated February 2, 1874. Certificate No. 588 for 10 shares issued to L.B. Clemmons on August 1

Incorporated in S. Dakota. Cert. # 156, issued to Howard T.Goodwin in 1900 for 2500 shares. Signed by James W. North, President, and by the Secretary.

Along with an assortment of letters, banking transaction records, and other Winnemucca/ Humboldt County documents, a 1934 reprint of an 1893 Humboldt

A view of about 40 men standing and sitting in front of a commercial building. Photograph 9 1/2 x 7 1/2", mounted on 10 x 7 3/4" beige bac...

Lot of about 25 pieces relating to 5 different rail lines that include: 1) Nevada-California-Oregon Railway letter dated 1927, datelined Alturas, and

Receipt for freight. This Wells & Co. was run by Henry Wells of Wells Fargo and is different than the other Wells & Co. document in this sal...

Handwritten letter asking the Houliston Exchange Bank (Buffalo, NY) for 2000 bank notes ($5 denomination) struck by the Albany NY Co. Signed by WW Van

An early street scene of McGill after the town boomed as the location for the smelter that serviced the large copper mine outside Ely. Photograph mea

Lot of six checks from New York banks. All checks date from the late 1800’s and are in good condition. Checks are as follows: 1 and 2) 2 Checks from t

By Lillian Janet, 346 pps.

Compiled by the Permanent Secretary in 1888. Follows the Class of 1878 from the School of Mines, Columbia College. The college, now part of Columbia U

From the remnants of the defunct and bankrupt Sutro Tunnel Company, a new company, the Comstock Tunnel Company, formed in New York City in 1889, and i

Harper’s New Monthly Magazine Volume 33 June to November, 1866 compilation of periodicals by various authors. Harper’s is the second oldest magazine p

A handwritten letter of about 9 pages signed by J.K. Jevison and addressed to Ben, written on the letterhead of the Rocky Mountain Club of New York, l

A wonderful view of the funeral procession, with casket and mounted riders, moving down a New York City street. Taken from a roof looking down on the

Seven Years Street Preaching in San Francisco, California; Embracing Incidents, Triumphant Death Scenes, Ect. By Rev. William Taylor, of the Californi

The photo shows a man mounted on a horse and holding a rifle across his lap. They stand in snow in front of a crude log cabin. To the right of the pho

US made. Dial coin tester. Patented April 30th 1878. H. Maranville. Akron Ohio for US gold and silver. Steel.

Multi purpose counterfeit detector. Covers US gold, foreign gold, and silver. Made by E. Staples, Worcester, Mass. IOOF insignia brass.

Lot of six assorted Indian beads from the Cheyenne tribe of the Oklahoma pan handle. The beads are arranged on strands and necklaces and are comprised

Two views of the "Celebration-To-Statehood-Of-Oklahoma-And-Indian Territory-Dec. 21-1907," as hand written along the top border. The top p...

Volume is titled: The Geology of Crater Lake National Park, Oregon, With a Reconnaissance of the Cascade Range Southweard to Mount Shasta, by Howel Wi

Large wooden ship under construction at dry dock photograph. Unmatted images measures 9-1/2 x 7-1/2”. Focus and contrast are good. There are minimal w

Lot of seven Western Places by Patera, Alan H., editor. 1) Volume 1, No. 2, June 1992 covers several settlements in CA and NV, including the "B...

Photograph measures 7 ¾’’x 4 ¼’’ and 8’’x 5’’ on white matte. Medium contrast and focus is sharp. Bottom caption reads “Flood of Feb. 4’...

Willamette River flooding with semi-submerged building. Cabinet card image measures 7-3/4 x 4-1/4” with overall size of 8 x 5." Matte card is o...

This photograph shows a derailed or otherwise damaged train car apparently undergoing repairs with two steam engines and a group of men waiting. Loca

Virtue District. Incorporated in Oregon. Cert. # 649, issued to Paul Galibert in 1869 for 1000 shares. Signed by A. Gault, President and by the secret

Photograph shows a Spokane & Inland flatcar load of Reno Brick and Lumber Company lumber with eight men perched on top. Image measures 6-3/4 x ...

Image measures 9 x 6-1/2” with overall size with black matte of 11 x 9”. Focus and contrast are good. There is a nearly invisible gouge at lower left

Two uncovered wagons sit idle on the street. Photograph measures 5 1/2"x 4," pink single matte 6 1/2"x4 1/4," high to medium co...

Eugene, Oregon. Receipt from the Oregon Stage Compnay dated August 31, 1867. The receipt is from the Road Agent H.M. Thatcher for $25 “for services as

Locals gathered in front of hotel photograph. Image measures 7 x 4-3/4”, and overall size with single black matte is 10 x 8”. Focus and contrast are g

Letter to Susan D. Carey (San Jose, CA) from her "Uncle Joseph" discussing the strange behavior of one of her uncles. He also mentions Sus...

White bordered image measures 7 x 5,”, bi-tone gray matte measures 9-3/4 x 8.” Contrast is high. Focus is good. Matte with abrasion at upper left corn

Double wagon with team and postillion standing in front of store photograph. Image measures 8-1/2 x 6”, and overall size with single beige matte is 10

Photograph of Willamette Falls and locks in Oregon City, Oregon. Each half measures 3 1/2" X 3" on a orange matte measuring 4" X 7&q...

Office interior with large drafting table in foreground. Image measures 6-1/2" x 4-1/2" and with single black matte measures 9" x 7...

Photograph measures 9 ½”x 7 ¾,” black single matte with raised dark black border 13 ½”x 11 ½,” high contrast—minor fading in the...

Photograph is interior view, complete with small boys and customers. White-bordered image measures 6-1/2 x 4-1/2” with overall size of 7 x 5”. Contras

Passengers disembarking from paddlewheel steamer and ferry boat photograph in what may be The Dalles (unverified). Unmounted image measures 10 x 5-3/4

Exterior view of hotel with residents/guests photograph. Image measures 8-1/2 x 6-1/4”, and overall size with single black matte is 10 x 8”. Focus is

As an Eastern company, Adamantine Shoes and Die stampmill products were likely used on the Allegheny Gold Belt. Handbill lists Chrome Steel Works that

No. 193 issued to A.L. Ladner for 20 shares of capital stock two brown 10 cent revenue stamps at top middle (both cancelled). Black with red underprin

Measures 9 1/4’’x 7 1/2’’. Low to medium contrast, focus is sharp. In good condition with wear. Bottom right edge has a piece ripped off and corners

Cert. #24, issued to William H. Yerrick for 2 shares. Signed by Barkers Summers, President and R.H. Gratz, Secty. & Treasurer. Somerset County, ...

Man in top hat standing at left side of tree-lined track. Track running uphill to building at top. L) Crisp focus with fine detail. R) Slightly gray.

Poster measures 19’’x 8 ¼’’. In good condition with some wear. Sides are worn with small tears and water damage is seen on the top right and t...

Official Souvenir Book of the Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition, June 1 to December 1, 1926. Copyrighted by Cardinell, John D. (official phot

Letterhead from "Brackett, Port Clark, Spofford, U.S. Mail, Passenger & Express Line of Stages." Vignette of stagecoach drawn by six h...

A thin layer of snow covers the Texas Panhandle. Photograph measures 9 3/4”x8”, beige single matte—suffers from aging and the two right corners are m

Crisp shot of a mill. Photograph measures 6 3/4"x4 3/4", beige single matte with decorative border 9"x7", high contrast--slight...

Galveston: The Horrors of a Stricken City by Murat Halstead. 360 page hardcover “Portraying by pen and picture the awful calamity that befell the quee

Photograph 6 ¼’’x 4’’ and 6 ½’’x 4 ¼’’ on white matte. Medium contrast and focus is sharp. Top left corner is slightly worn and sid...

Lot of five pamphlets and one group of maps published by various Utah agencies and the USGS.

Cabinet card showing a large, open-pit copper mine dominating the upper half of the image, with a variety of buildings, automobiles, and several sets

Lot of two. 1) Cert. No. 202 issued Sept. 9, 1892 for 5000 shares. Signed Arthur Perego, Pres. Red manuscript cancellation across face. 2) No. 344 iss

The image shows a town snaking up the canyon, with a mine and railroad track visible in the center bottom. The photo measures 10" x 8", mo...

The image shows a long view looking down the canyon, with a series of buildings crossing through the image. The photo measures 8" x 6", mo...

Cabinet card overlooking two old cabins in a beautiful snow filled valley with imposing mountains in the background. Measures 8" x 5", mou...