This is an altered version in what appears to be copper of Victor David Brenner's sculpture of the 16th President. Brenner's original work was rectangular and included more of Lincolns upper torso. While this piece has month day and years of Lincoln's birth and death, the original only shows the years, 1809-1865. While there is a wire mount on the reverse, there is no maker's mark on the piece. Brenner was the designer of the United States Lincoln Cent, the most widely reproduced work of art in America; billions have been minted since production began in 1909. He produced over 125 different medals, badges and plaques during his career. He also produced sculptures, such as the "Song of Nature" which sits on the fountain in Schenely Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 1907 Brenner was commissioned to produce a plaque bearing the image of President Abraham Lincoln, and in 1908 was commissioned to design the Panama Canal service medal bearing the image of President Theodore Roosevelt. While posing in Brenner's studio for the latter, President Roosevelt greatly admired Brenner's Lincoln plaque creation. He pushed past normal government bureaucracy to help get Brenner's design approved for a new cent coin to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth (1909). - Jacobitz Collection

Morris Canal & Banking Co. 1844 Certificate, (uncancelled) dated 16 June 1848 for (100) shares in the Capitol Stock of the Company. Printed by G.C. Mann, Blank Book Manufacturing, and issued by the Phoenix Bank of New York. The Morris Canal was an anthracite coal carrying canal incorporating a series of water-driven inclined planes and locks, and was an engineering marvel in its day. It crossed northern New Jersey, designed to serve the growing New York areas with coal from the Lehigh region of Pennsylvania.

The Mine and Smelter Supply Co. (MASSCO) catalog for Assayers and Chemists Supplies and Scientific Instruments, Catalog No. 54. MASSCO had supply houses in Denver, Salt Lake City, El Paso and their main offices in New York. The (833) illustrated pages are extremely well-illustrated, with very descriptive text. There are multiple pages of chemicals, testing devices, assayer equipment, etc. This book is in prime condition. Measures 6.5" x 9" x 1.75".

Memorandum of Gold Bullion, number 1613 C, submitted by Clark Dodge Company (not to be confused with Clark Dodge Co Asset Management in White Plains, NY). The description of the bullion states that it originated from the US Assay Office at Helena, MT (1874-1933). The weight before melting: 2099.90oz, weight after melting: 2084.00oz, fineness of silver: 965, value of silver at $1.16: $2599.94, fineness of gold: 8, value of gold parted from silver: $344.64, deductions: $24.90, and a net value: $2919.68. The assay receipt is signed by Chief Clerk Joseph M Floyd. According to Trow’s New York Directory 1860 Joseph M Floyd Chief Clerk was located on Wall Street, The New York Assay Office Location. Furthermore, there are some statistics on the bottom right: “In silver bars, $2595.92, gold coins, $323.76.” Also, the U.S. Assay Office at New York was established by the Act of March 3, 1853. It opened in 1854. It closed on December 31, 1982. Document measures 5.25” x 10.5”. It is in double mat under glass and in a brown plastic mottled frame. Very Fine condition.

Cline, Seiberling & Company of Doylestown, Ohio was founded circa 1861 by Peter Cline, John F. Seiberling and John H. Hower. Their business being the manufacture of John Seiberling's invention of the Excelsior reaper and mower. Shortly after forming the partnership a portion of operations was moved to Akron. This is an ad for the company that uses humor to show how, even before Columbus arrived, the natives of the New World were advanced enough to use Seiberling's invention to raise food. This is a beautiful piece that almost appears to be on a very heavy stock of paper. It is framed and mounted and measures 13.5" x 17.5". It's in excellent condition and has a slight fold down the center. - Jacobitz Collection

A framed and mounted 22" x 29" advertisement for S.J Patterson Wholesale Coal. A copy of this particular piece is filed in the Library Of Congress. It humorously depicts a father discovering his daughter and suitor necking in the parlor by candlelight. Other illustrations show a miner in a hard hat, lines of coal loaded rail cars lined up on a factory siding and the declarations, "Stocking Sheds at Cincinnati, O., Miner and Shipper of Jackson Coal and Western and Southern Shipper of Anthracite Coal. The frame is gilded and very fancy, the print is in very good condition. It's a great example of 19th Century advertising art. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Rand McNally & Co.’s indexed and railroad pocket map and shippers’ guide, in color. Accompanied by a new and original compilation and ready reference index, showing in detail the entire railroad system—cities, towns, post office, railroad stations, villages, counties, islands, lakes, rivers, electrical lines, etc. Population according to the latest official census. Measures 21" x 27” when unfolded. Brown paper cover.

Lot of 6 pieces. 1-5) Silver King Mining Co. documents include two promotional foldout brochures, one complete 32-page prospectus booklet, and two cancelled stock certificates dated 1910. The certificates, #s261 & 263, show the company was incorporated in Oregon in 1909, and both are signed by President Walter H. Whitten and Secretary W.S. Risley. The Silver King Mine was located in the Santiam Mining District, on the western slope of the Cascades, 24 mi. NW of Mt. Jefferson. Gold, silver, lead and zinc occurred in large veins or ledges. Power was obtained from Silver King Falls, with a drop of 150 feet into Henline Creek. 6) Rogue River Hydraulic Mining Co. certificate, unnumbered, unissued, unsigned. Located near Galice Creek, Josephine Co., Oregon, and datelined Canyonville, Oregon. Incorporated in 1878, printed by D.T. Stanley in Monmouth, OR. Stub attached.

"The Portland Directory, for the Year commencing January, 1866; Embracing a Gneral Directory of Residents, and a Business Directory, together with the Charter and Codified Ordinances of the City, and other Statistical Information Relative to the Progress and Pressent Condition of Portland." Portland, Oregon Farmer book and Job Printing Office, 1866. 8 vo, xviii, 60 pages. Silver gelatin photograph affixed to the front pastedown of the "Visiting Elk Boosters; Soker to 142/Portland, Feb 13th 1912/Marcell Photo" indicated in negative near the bottom. Contains names, trades and addresses of Portland residents. Business addresses also included. Packed with period advertisements. A Diagram of the Principal Streets of Portland is in the front. The City Charter and a list of City Ordinances located in the rear. Printed boards. Front board is detached; rear board held in place by tape. Extremely rare and early for this location. It contains a half-page ad for Tracy & Co., Assayers, although there is not a category for assayers in the Business listings. Also numerous saloon ads. Missing pages I, II, IX, X of the ads in the front. This directory has a rare full page ad for Wells Fargo & Co. Expressing, Banking, and Assaying.

Lot of 4: 1) photo of the Portland Central Women's Christian Temperance Union (W.C.T.U.), circa 1912. 8" x 39.5". 2) photo of the "Oldsmobile Co. Of Oregon - Employes Annual Picnic, "Oldsmobile" Park, August 30th, 1923." 8" x 36". 3) photo of the "Coos Veneer & Box Co. Marshfield Ore. J.H. Stilanos", estimated circa 1915. 6.5" x 26.5". 4) photo of "Rotary International 12th Annual Conference District No. 1 Portland, Oregon, March 22, 23, 24, 1925." 8" x 42". This specific photo has some vertical tears along its horizontal length: all others in good to very good condition.

This is a 13" x 13" cherry wood store display case with 10 W.R. Case knives. Models include the miniature Butterbean, full size Butterbean, Pocket Worn Old Red Trap, etc. All knives are brand new, never used except to find model numbers. Blades polished, mechanisms tight. W.R. Case’s rich history began in 1889 when four brothers - William Russell (W.R.), Jean, John, and Andrew Case (a.k.a. “The Case Brothers”) began fashioning knives and selling them along a wagon trail in upstate New York. W.R.’s son, John Russell (Russ) Case, a former salesman for the Case Brothers brand, launched W.R. Case & Sons around the turn of the 20th century. - Jacobitz Collection

Gorgeous antique microscope and wooden storage case. Includes 7 Bausch & Lomb objective lenses in 5 brass screw-top cases: 8mm 0.50, 16mm 0.25, 2/8 0.24, 1 1/2in 0.14, 2in 0.10, 3in 0.08mm, and a beautiful prism objective. The base is screwed down to a wooden board, which slides into the wooden case for storage. The wooden case, 10” by 18” rectangle, is missing its clasp and key. The handle, however, is intact. The case itself is cracked on the door, and scratched and dinged all over its surface. This microscope, the Acme 3, debuted in 1890. An excerpt from the 1892 Pocket Catalogue of Microscopes, Magnifiers, Microscopical Accessories, Mounting Materials, etc., by James W. Queen & Company: “The entire microscope is of brass, highly finished, and of the most perfect workmanship, The body may be set at any angle of inclination most convenient.This is an instrument which we can recommend as being well adapted for work of even the very highest grade, as, for example, bacteriological investigations (which require the highs power lenses, with suitable illuminating apparatus, and a stand having accurate adjustments for both.)" - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Map of Texas and the Indian Territory. The state of Oklahoma is still depicted as “Indian Territory” therefore this map was created before 1907. Produced by Frank Gray and printed in Philadelphia. O.W. Gray & Son. Lithograph measures 17” x 27” and 22” x 32” framed.

This lovely lithograph shows several mines including the Blackbird Copper-Gold Mining Co. Limited, the Frisco Consolidated Mining Co., the Imperial Copper and Gold Mining Co. and many others. The San Francisco Mining District formed in August of 1871, a year before Congress passed a law “that mineral deposits in the public domain are free and open to exploration, and locators have exclusive right of possession.” Published by Malcolm Green & Co. 45 Kilby St. Boston, MA. Lithograph measures 19.5” x 17” and frame is 26.25” x 24.” There is some wear including a stain and some creases. [Ref: http://archives.utah.gov/research/agency histories/3207.html].

Mining Claim Record for the United States Mining Co. Measures 18.5" x 10.5". Some wear, binding is partly detached. Produced by F.W. Gardiner Co., Black Book Makers and printers of Salt lake City, UT. The ledger provides the names of claims, locators, witnesses, claim size date of location and date recorded and what ledger holds the copy of the claim. During the early 1910s and 20s, the United States Mining Co. produced great amounts of gold from lead and copper ore, and its mines produced more gold than any other in Utah at the time [Ref: Mining and Scientific Press, Vol 124, 1922, p. 95].

Designed by William T. Olmstead under the supervision of Salt Lake City Civil and Mining Engineer Robert Gorlinski in 1902, this brightly colored piece measures a massive 75" x 44" in its mounting and frame, with a canvas backing. Relief shown by hachures and shows borders of mining claims and company holdings. It is printed by the Utah Lithographing Co. It is drawn to the scale of 1000 ft. equal to one inch and shows Ontario, Daly, Crescent, Anchor, Alliance, Meears, Silver King, Woodside, Mayflower, Glencoe, Parleys Park, Lowell, McHenry, Hawkeye, Massachusetts, Jones Bonanza, Southern Tier, Jupiter, Apex, Silver Key, Uintah, Farish, Reed, Pioneer, West End, Scott Hill, Ehenger, Kennedy, Dolberg, Black Diamond, New York, Storey, Shanley, Lucky Bill, Little Bell, Putnam, Boulder, Wasatch, Union, Bogan, Creole, Newell, etc. From official surveys in Utah, Blue Ledge, Snake Creek, Big & Little Cottonwood & American Fork Mining Districts, Utah. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

A 4' x 4' framed and mounted map of the West Mountain and Tooele Unorganized Mining Districts of Salt Lake and Tooele Counties. The map was compiled from official surveys, U.S. Geological report and personal examinations. The mining engineer on the project was J.C. Dick of The Utah Copper Company. Minerals, in the form of copper ore, were first discovered in Bingham Canyon in 1848 by two brothers, Sanford and Thomas Bingham, sons of Erastus Bingham, Mormon pioneers of September 1847, who grazed their family's and other's cattle and horses there. They reported their find to their leader, Brigham Young, who advised against pursuing mining operations because the survival and establishment of settlements was of paramount importance at that time. The brothers applied themselves to that purpose as directed and did not stake a claim. In 1850, the Bingham family went to settle what is now Weber County, leaving the canyon still today known by their name. This piece is in very good condition, with very little creasing. It is professionally mounted and ready to hang on a very large wall space. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

An extremely rare and important collection of more than 65 maps from the Mammoth Mine. The Mammoth Mine history goes back before 1880. It contained some of the richest gold ores in the Tintic district, and was a major producer through about 1900. New discoveries were made in 1924-5, about the time some of this map assemblage was made, and mining continued. The archive also reflects modern mine exploration, with many maps of geology on specific mine levels. These are level maps, done by various mining engineers, including Dave Wade. The maps vary in scale from 1" =30' to 1" = 100'. The maps, drawn black line on linen and hand-colored measure approximately 2 x 2' up to a whopping 4' x 10'. Because of cave-ins and water table issues in the past, the information contained in the documents makes is irreplaceable and priceless for economic geologists and environmental engineers. Information includes level, cross sections of the mine shafts and the neighboring properties, property maps. Some of the maps appear to have been utilized for a court case, possibly in a dispute over apex rights, as they are marked with exhibit designations. Some of the best maps are the early Tintic District Maps showing all the surveyed claims and company holdings, probably pre-1924. These are in very nice condition and a one of a kind collection, for practical application as well as for collecting. A more detailed inventory is available.

A size 7 John B. Stetson bowler, manufactured in Philadelphia and sold at the Zions Cooperative Mercantile Institution (ZCMI) in Salt Lake City. The interior leather band is stamped "John B. Stetson Co. Flexible Conforming, Philadelphia." It is also stamped "ZCMI Salt Lake City, Utah." There is a round size stamp "7" and a store inventory and price tag on the crown. The inventory number is 5601, the price is too faded to read. There is no lining in the crown, but there are small ventilation holes in the very top. The hat is in very good condition, the leather sweat band has almost no wear.

Some pictorial pieces included. Most are from Anderson Brothers Incorporated of Vancouver, Washington. Other companies represented include The Columbia Dairy Products Company, Western Coal and Iron Company and Lucky Mines Incorporated. Conditions of the certs vary, but most are in very good condition.

Bound Volume of Seattle Post Intelligincer. Sept-Oct 1899 2" thick. Minor water damage to front few pages. This volume contains much news on the Alaska Gold Rush as well as news of the end of the Spanish American War. Many of the ads are related to steamer travel to Alaska and the Gold Rush Region. Ther are lenghty section called business directories containing hundreds of businesses. This is a perfect research tool for those interested in the Alaska Gold Rush.

Lot of 5. 1) "Seattle" a hardcover complimentary booklet published by Chas H. Kittinger, from the Charles F. Emery Real Estate Loan Co. Illustrating the "Queen City of the Pacific." Almost every page is illustrated with tinted period drawings of Seattle Harbor, Rainer Club, Coal Bunkers and Wharves, Logging Scenes, etc. and a description of each scene. Measures 6" x 9". 2) "Vol. 1 Washington Historical Magazine No. 1 A Record of State History," dated October 1893. Published by the State Historical Society, Tacoma. 44 pages, with 1 plate illustration. Contains the minutes of the first annual meeting of the Washington Historical Society. Measures 6" x 9". 3) "The Pioneers of the State of Washington," and their transactions from 1905 to 1910. 65 pages, with 3 illustrations, plus Organization and Bylaws. Cover has some staining. Measures 6" x 9". 4) "Climates of the Northwest, Condensed Notes of a Lecture" delivered by the Hon. S. Garfielde, delegate in Congress from Washington Territory, dated 1872. Features a period map of the US and southwestern Canada. 5) "Seattle and King County" dated 1905, a booklet which indicates "Statement of Facts Showing the Resources, Business Conditions and Progress of the Chief City and Largest County in the State of Washington." 47 illustrated pages describing Seattle and the county. Measures 5" x 8". All booklets in good to very good condition, very rare.

Lot of 2 rubber hand stamps with wooden handles. 1) 3.25" wide rubber inscribed "$5,000/ CHICAGO". 2) 4.25" rubber inscribed "$5,000/ SUNSET". Both have black tapered wood handles. - Jacobitz Collection

Broad 8.5" long clip point blade stamped RICAN HUNTING KNIFE, the ricasso marked WOODHEAD & HARTLEY 36 HOWARD ST. SHEFFIELD. German silver cross guard. Mother of pearl grip scales. German silver pommel embossed with the alligator/horse motif. The blade is rough in some spots, but can easily be ground out. Leather sheath is missing brass nose cap, but has collar cap. This is indeed a piece of American history made in England.

Superb piece of native copper octahedrons after cuprite from the Rubitsousky Mine, Altai region of Russia.

Lot of 3. 1) Choice Coloradoite with gold and Sylvanite. From the Rex Mine of Boulder, CO. Sylvanite's discovery site is Boulder County but not the Rex Mine. 2 troy oz and measures 3” x 1.75.” 2) Rhodochrosite from the Travona Mine of Butte, MT. 8.65 troy oz. Measures 4” x 2.75.” with 1950s label; 3) Gold and Barite from the Sherman Tunnel Near Leadville Lake Co., CO. About 20.2 troy oz. measures 4.75” x 4.50.”

Lot Withdrawn Mineral Specimens

Lot of 3. 1) 2.9 troy oz. measures 6.5” x 5.” From the New Cornelia Pit of Ajo. 2) 2.3 troy oz. measures 4.25” x 2.50.” From the New Cornelia Pit of Ajo. 3) 1.82 troy oz, measures 4” x 4.” From the Ray Mine.

7" x 6.5" x 2.5" native copper specimen from the Campbell Shaft in the Warren District, Mule Mountains, Cochise County, Bisbee, Arizona. The Warren mining district by far has been the most productive in Cochise County. The first shipment of copper matte from the district was in 1878. Up through 1970, the Warren mining district produced about 151 million tons of base and precious metal ore, including 3.8 million tons of copper. [Ref: Index of Mining Properties in Cochise County, Arizona, Stanton B. Keith, geologist.]

Very rich gold ore from Vulture Mine "cache", Vulture Mine District, AZ. Triangular-shaped ore approx. 1.75" x 1" x 1 1/8" inch at widest end. Collected in 1940s or earlier. Vulture City's post office was established Oct. 4, 1880 and was discontinued April 24, 1897. The Vulture Gold Mine was discovered in 1863 by Henry Wickenburg, who sold the mine after a few years. The mine went on to become one of the most productive gold mines in the history of Arizona, yielding $15 per ton and producing over 200 million dollars. By 1870 there were 200 inhabitants, andVulture City grew to a population of almost 5,000 people. The mine sparked the development of Arizona and the city of Phoenix. Some say that nearly half of the Vulture’s gold was stolen. "Highgrading" or theft of the high grade ore was common at the Vulture. At least 18 men were hanged on Vulture City’s hanging tree, nearly all for highgrading. When President Franklin Roosevelt closed the mine in 1942 (WWII) people left believing they would return in six months. The mine never reopened. Almost overnight, a once thriving community became a ghost town. Oddly enough, some of the original buildings were made from discarded ore from the mine and after the mill was in operation, these buildings were torn down and run through the mill resulting in about $2,000 in gold from the assay office alone. [Refs: http://www.jpc-training.com/vulture.htm, http://www. ghosttowns.com/states/az/vulturecity.html] - Woodward Collection

Lot of 5. 1) Vulture Mine Assay Office Color Post Card. 2) High grade gold ore specimen. 3) Rock ore specimen with visible gold veining, approx. 2.5" x 2". 4) Caly Cupelo from about 1942, 1" x 0.5". 5) Gilded lead ingot made in original mold from the Vulture Mine, stamped "VULTURE" on top. Historically, these were used to pay employees of the Central Mining Co. between 1879 and 1888. - Woodward Collection

The Vulture Mine was discovered in 1863 by Henry Wickenburg, for whom the nearby town was named. The Vulture Mine was the most productive gold mine in Arizona history, producing some 340,000 ounces of gold and 260,000 ounces of silver between 1863 and 1942 [Ref: Arizona Geology, Winter 1989]. Despite the impressive output of the Vulture Mine, Mr. Wickenburg was a very poor man. He eventually took his own life with a Colt revolver, and the Vulture Mine has since been named one of the most haunted areas in the country. This beautiful 3.0 ounce specimen from the Vulture Mine District is approximately 1.5" by 1" by 1.5" thick. - Woodward Collection

Lot of two choice high grade specimens from the famous Vulture Mine. Pieces total 6.18 Troy ounces. Each measure about 1x2x1 inches. High grade ore was frequently "high graded" by miners and others during the mine's operation. Gold very visible. In it's period of activity 1860s to 1940, the Vulture Mine was the richest in Arizona. Great and unusual pieces that will be a great addition for anyone's collection. - Woodward Collection

This ore specimen weighs in at 5.57 Troy ounces, measures 2" x 3", and is California specific.

Lot of 6 cupels, with gold samples from various mines and assayers in California and Nevada. Total weight of the samples equals 0.18 Troy ounces and the gold pieces are in various forms, from buttons to beads. Samples come from The Western Reduction Company Assay Shop of Goldfield, NV., The Montezuma Mine, CA., unidentified mine, Goldfield, Los Padres Mine, CA.,Yellow Astor Mine, CA. and an unidentified mine near Tonopah, NV. All are in very nice condition, cupels measure about 1 to 2 inches and are undamaged. - Woodward Collection

Gold Nugget with visible quartz crystals , 85.82 grams. Approx 2.75 Troy Oz. Believed to have been found in Banner Canyon, Banner District in California. - Woodward Collection

Jewelry Gold Ore slab, 1.93 troy oz. Quartz breccia with native gold filling interstices. The Golden Chariot Mine was discovered in February 1871 by John Valentine King and four other prospectors. The first shipment of ore averaged about 60 ounces of gold per ton with following shipments averaging between 10 and 20 ounces per ton. King and his partners sold the mine, the richest in the Julian-Banner District in 1873. By 1875 the richest ore was mined out. This specimen of free lacy gold in quartz is an example of the showy ore mined by King and his partners between 1871 and 1873. This cut slab of early Golden Chariot ore is from the estate of Lucy Bell King Lane (1875-1967), John King's daughter. Measures 2.75" x 2" x 0.25". - Woodward Collection

High grade fluorite with gold. Measures about 1.50" x .60"

This is a remarkable slab weighing 9.71 Troy ounces, containing high grade sulphide ore gold in chalcopyrite. It was mined between 1915-1940 near Hodson, Calaveras County, California. The piece measures 4" x 2" x 1" at the thickest point. Highly polished. Hodson is a former settlement in Calaveras County, California, at an elevation of 971 feet (296 m), 2.5 miles (4.0 km) west-northwest of Copperopolis. A post office operated at Hodson from 1898 to 1906, and again from 1915 to 1917. The town was named in honor of J.J. Hodson, a copper mining financier. - Woodward Collection

Spectacular gold leaf specimen with a natural quartz mount. Professionally curated out of a quartz vein, this premium example is a real show piece from the Eagle Nest Mine or Placer County, California. The entire piece is 5" x 2.5" x 0.25". The visible gold is 2.5" x 3" x 0.25". - Woodward Collection

Gold Nugget from the Randsburg area of California, believed to be El Paso Mountain. 40.7 grams, 1.30 Troy Oz. - Woodward Collection

Lot of 7 different specimens: 1) Pyrargyrite, Kelly Mine, Randsburg. 12 oz.; 2) Pyrargyrite 2 oz., from the Kelly Mine; 3) Gold in quartz, one-half oz., from the King Solomon Mine, Randsburg, CA; 4) Pyrargyrite, almost 2 oz., from the Santa Fe Mine, Red Mountain, San Bernardino County, CA; 5) Miargarite, weight unknown, from the Kelly Mine; 6) Gold in quartz, one+ oz., from the Yellow Aster Mine, Randsburg; and Gold and quicksilver, ½ oz. each, from Mojave, CA. “Pyrargyrite is a sulfosalt mineral, a silver antimony sulfide (Ag3SbS3), that is an important source of silver, sometimes called ruby silver because of its deep red colour (see also proustite). The best crystallized specimens, of hexagonal symmetry, are from St. Andreasberg in the Harz Mountains and from Freiberg, both in Germany; and Colquechaca, Bol. It is mined at Guanajuato, Mex., and near Silver City, Idaho. It is common in small amounts in the silver mines of the western United States and is abundant at the Comstock Lode, Nevada” [britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/484801/pyrargyrite]. Miargarite is another form of silver ore found in the Randsburg District. Clint Maish Collection. - Maish Collection

Specimen weight is .11 toz. Measures 1" x 1." Choice twinned gold crystalline and leaf. This is a beautiful piece from the Red Ledge mine. Weighs .11 troy ounces and measures about 0.80” 1” in an almost zig zag like pattern. The area known as the Washington Mining district was first mined during the Gold Rush and was mined periodically throughout the late 19th and 20th Century. [Gold Districts of California Bulletin 193. California Division of Mines and Geology. 1976]

Lot of 4. 1) High grade gold quartz ore slab. Sunnyside Mine, San Juan County. Measures 1.55” x .50”. 0.27 Troy oz. 2), 3) & 4) “Butterfly" mirror image. All measure between 5.55” x 4.” Altogether weigh 1.62 troy oz. The Sunnyside mine is perhaps the most famous mine in the San Juan region because of a mining scandal in the early 20th century.

10.66 troy oz, Measures 5.5” x 3” Leaf and crystalline copper with two excellent small silver crystals from the Keweenah Peninsula.

Lot of 4. 1) Copper/ silver from Keweenaw County, Michigan. 0.5 troy oz and measures 2.95” x .75.” 2) Copper from Bingham, UT. 0.9 troy oz and measures 2.75” x 2.” 3) Copper included calcite. From the Calimet Mine in Michigan. 3.9 troy oz, and measures 2.25” x 1.50.” 4) Large piece of copper. Weighs about 17.4 troy oz and measures 3” x 2.50.”

Lot of 4.1) Large copper specimen. 6.47 troy oz. Measures 3” x 3.” 2) Mohawkite copper specimen from Keweenaw County. 0.6 troy, measures .80” x .50.” 3) Houghton County, measures 3.50”x 2.25.” 0.82 troy oz. 4) Another Mohawkite Mine specimen. 2.50” x .50.” 1.18 troy oz. These specimens are from one of America's great copper producing regions, the Keweenaw peninsula in Michigan.

Lot of 7 specimens from the Reese River Mining District. Altogether weigh 5.19 troy oz. Specimens of high grade from Austin are rare because the majority of mining took place from about 1863 until 1900.

Lot of 2. 1) 5.19 troy oz. measures 5” x 2.50.” 2) 3.91 troy oz, measures 5.50” x 3.75” Slabs of Bullfrog ore showing native gold are rare. The color combinations of brown, green, white and turquoise colors accompanying native gold was so exciting to turn of the century miners and jewelers that the Tiffany Company in New York made rings and pendants using the Bullfrog highgrade. Very little survives today and the chance of getting more is now gone because the properties have been formally closed and restored.

Lot of 2 with high grade visible gold. 1 weighs 4.8 troy oz and measures 4.90" x 3.” The other 0.72 troy oz and measures 3” x 2.”

Lot of 2 with high grade visible gold. Both weigh 4.2 and 1.09 troy oz. and measure 4” x 2.60” and 2.90” x 1.75”

Lot of 2. 2.91 troy oz.

2.62 Troy Oz. Gold amalgam specimen in crucible. Found in the Ghost Town of Delamar, believed to have been found in the early 1950s. - Woodward Collection

Weighs 5.2 troy oz. 5” x 2.30.” An extremely rare example of visible gold from the Carlin Trend.

Lot of 2 classic Nevada silver. 1) Banded silver, barite, acanthite, 7” x 1.80” and 11.84 troy oz. 2) 5” x 4” and 12.30 troy oz. The Mohawk was a historic mine in a remote region of Esmeralda County put back into production in modern times by the Sunshine Mining Company who successfully mined it for more than a decade.

Unpolished rock slab with visible gold veins or "Blebs" from the Mohawk Mine, Goldfield NV. Approx. 1.66 troy Oz. But less than 5% Gold. Aprox. 2.75" x 1.75" x 3/8". - Woodward Collection

2.46 troy ounces, from the Goldfield Consolidated Mining Company. Measures about 3” x 2.” This piece is from an old mining family’s mining collection. The Goldfield Consolidated Mining Company was started by George Winfield and George Nixon; two men who found success in Nevada’s mining. Goldfield become one of the last great Nevada mining towns before depleted mines and a poor economy took over.

Lot of 2 paired slabs from the Sleeper Mine in the Awakening District. 1.73 troy oz. and measure between 3” x 1.25” and 1” x 2.5.”

Polished rock slabs with Quartz-Adularia Veins (Gold replacing fragments) from the Sleeper Mine, Awakening District from Humboldt County. Approx 1.48 Troy Oz. Each slab is roughly 2.5" square. Believed to have been mined circa 2000. - Woodward Collection

Exceptional specimen from the Sleeper Mine in the Slumbering Hills. 1.82 troy oz, measures 4" x 1.25" the Sleeper is a modern major open pit mine that had exceptional high grade gold pockets.

A possible copper specimen. 74.5 troy ounces. Measures 10"x 5." Copper ore was discovered in the forgotten town of Ludwig in the 1860s, but it wasn't until the turn of the century that mining companies and people began moving to the area. Almost a thousand people lived and worked at Ludwig until 1914, when activity waned. They began mining gypsum in the 1940s but by 1960 most everything was gone.

Lot of 6 from Manhattan, NV. Including a piece from the White Caps Mine, a small nugget and ore sample with no mine of origin listed and 3 pieces from The Nellie Gray Mine. There are 3 in plastic presentation boxes and 3 loose.

Lot of 3 Electrum with Naumannite and Aguilarite from the Ken Snyder Mine. Midas is located west of Tuscarora and witnessed several small gold rushes. The specimens measures between 1.5” x 2.75” and .60” x 1.55.” 1.5 troy oz. [REF: Carlson. S, Helen. NEVADA PLACE NAMES p. 166-167]. The Ken Synder mine is a gold mine producing today.

From the Johnnie Mining District.

The piece weights 2.82 troy ounces, or 87 grams. Measures 2" x 1" and is a great example of fine crystal and gold. Named for the town in New York; Rochester became a booming mining town in the early 20th Century. Although people had inhabited the area since the 1860s, it was the discovery of silver in 1912 that drove people to the area. The town soon developed into several parts and boasted a population of over 1,500 and, at one point, a small railway system. Like many, the town soon faded and is now a ghost town. [Ref: The Nevada Ghost Towns and Mining Camps Illustrated Atlas, Volume 1, Stanley W. Paher, 1999]. - Woodward Collection

Lot of 2. 1) Silver ore-gold. California Mine. Silver City, NV. 4.8 troy oz. 2.75” x 1.90” 2) Silver ore Virginia City. 2.10”x 2” 3.8 troy oz. This specimen comes with an original 1937 label indicating a grade of about $6,000 per ton.

Lot of 5. Altogether weigh 5.4 troy oz and range in measurements from 1.65” x .55” to 2.50” x 1.50” Note that one piece has been broken.

Lot of 5 from the Emma Nevada Mine, Comstock Lode. Altogether weigh 5.4 troy oz. Measure from 1” x .75” to 2.50” x 1.75." The Emma Nevada is named after Adolph Sutro's daughter. It was never a great producer.

Specimen weighs 447 Troy Ounces. Dug in Virginia City in 1941.

A dozen ore specimens from Comstock Lode mines within Virginia City, Nevada. Originally from the Crystal Bar collection in Virginia City. Lot includes: 1) 2.5" x 1.5" x 1.5" silver ore, Imperial Mine; 2) 1" x 1.5" x 1" silver & gold ore, Gould & Curry Mine; 3) 2" x 1.25" x 1.5" silver ore, Ophir Mine; 4) 2.5" x 1.5" x 1.25" silver & gold ore, Justice Mine; 5) 1.75" x 1.75" x 1.75" silver ore, Savage Mine; 6) 2.5" x 1.5" x 1" silver ore, Hale & Norcross Mine; 7) 2.5" x 2" x 1" silver ore, Crown Point Mine; 8) 1.75" x 1" x 1.25" silver ore, Belcher Mine; 9) 2.5" x 1.75" x 2" silver ore, Con Virginia Mine; 10) 2" x 1" x 1" quartz crystal point and, 11) 2.25" x 1" x 1.75" quartz cluster, both from the Chollar Mine; 12) 3" x 1.5" x 1.5" silver ore, Yellow Jacket Mine. Two miners by the names of Pat McLaughlin and Peter O'Reilly discovered gold in Nevada at the head of Six-Mile Canyon in 1859. By the 1870s, over $230 million had been produced by the mines and Virginia City was continuing to grow. At the peak of its glory around 1876, Virginia City was a boisterous town boasting more than 30,000 residents. The Comstock Lode was fully mined by 1898. [Ref: legendsofamerica.com]

Polished quartz rock slab with visible crystalline Gold tracings throughout. Slab is approx. 2.5" x 1.5" and 0.78 Troy Oz. Believed to be from the Virtue Mine in central Oregon. - Woodward Collection

Two choice small gold slabs from Oregon: 6.6 grams from the Malheur County area; and 3 grams from Grant County. In the early 1850s, prospectors first discovered gold in the southern region of what was then Oregon Territory. In the 1860s, gold miners moved into eastern Oregon. Workers used gravity-fed, high-pressure water to remove entire hillsides, drastically altering landscapes and destroying fish habitat in streams and rivers. They also tunneled underground for gold, silver, and copper [Ref: www.ohs.org]. Between 1904 and 1959, Malheur County produced a total of 13,522 ounces of lode gold and 13,860 ounces of placer gold. The Mormon Basin District, which straddles the Baker-Malheur County lines is the mineralized area. Gold was first discovered in 1864 on Olive Creek in the Greenhorn Mountains of Umatilla National Forest, which extends both Grant and Baker Counties. In its heyday around 1,500 miners lived in the area and worked the many streams and creeks for placer deposits. Once these deposits were worked down, lode mining began. The lode gold in this area was primarily found in quartz veins. There were some rich discoveries along Canyon Creek, Granite, Greenhorn, North Fork, Quartzburg and Susanville. One million ounces of gold, or more, were recovered from Grant County [Ref: www.oregongold.net]. - Woodward Collection

Two specimens from the Homestake Mine, America`s most famous gold mine that produced more than 50 million ounces of gold. 1) large hand specimen approximately 6 x 6 x 2" of banded quartz schist containing pyrite and arsenopyrite from one of the lower working levels. 2) Native gold and quartz in breccia and schist. Specimens from the Homestake are rare. In 35 years here, the only specimens we`ve seen were removed by mine managers or geologists. The company also throughout its history kept its geology close to the vest, never allowing a single geologic map out to the public.

Weighs 3.82 troy oz. Measures about 2.10" x 1." Found in the Altai Mountains near Russia.

Lot of 3. 1) Azurite, Spring Creek Copper Mine of Wilmington, South Australia. 10.84 troy oz and measures 5” x 2.80”. 2) Cuprite Chalcotrichite. Sandy Flat Pipe. Redbank Australia. 8.84 troy oz. Measures about 5” x 3.25” altogether, in 2 pieces. 3) Russian Cuprite, 0.9 troy oz. Measures 1” x 0.50".

Lot of 2 from the Rubtsovsk mine in the Altai Mountains near Russia. Together they weigh 2.7 troy oz and measure between 0.75” x 0.75”.

Lot of 4 cut slabs from Gowganda, Cobalt Lake and the Mann Mine. 2.90” x 2.25” and 5.75” x 5.80” Altogether weigh 31.5 troy oz.

From the Kamchatka Peninsula, Russia. Leaf and crystalline copper. Measures 2.80" x 2." and 3.37 troy oz. Rhenlite is rhenium sulfite.

Lot of 4 exceptional high grade silver pieces from the Castle and Mann Mine of Gowganda. Measure between 3.25” x 1.75” and 7” x 4.25”. Altogether weigh 27.7 troy oz.

Lot of 2 from the Huang Tong Xian Mine near the La Jiang Anhni Province. 0.82 troy oz. Measure between 1.75” x 0.75” and 0.75” x 0.50” Part of the wire silver has an odd chloride mineral encrustation.

From Mexico’s Cuartine Mine of Zacatecas. Large leaf protruding from Bornite. 9.02 troy oz. and measures 4.75” x 2.80”

From the Bouismas Mine in the Bou Azzer Mining District of Morocco. Consists of exotic silver species of allargentum, dyscrasite, schachnerite, and native silver. Measures about 2.25" x 2", and 2.2 troy oz.

Superb wire silver specimen from Imiter, Morocco. 3.46 troy oz, and measures 2.75” x 2”.

Lot of 4 from the Beaver Mine, Castle Mine, and the Sandy K Mine. 3.80” x 2.95” and 4.90” x 3.” 16.91 troy oz.

Gold ore from South Africa, measures 3" x 2" x 0.75" with visible lacy gold in the conglomerate. The piece was mined in 1960 outside Witwatersrand. Sample is polished with a felt pad on bottom. A beautiful and classic example of native gold. - Woodward Collection

A beautiful 6.75" Tommy Knocker style miners' candlestick. Highly polished with a squared spike. There are no numbers letters or markings to designate origins. It is blacksmith made and style suggests 19th Century. Again, simplicity and beauty are the main characteristics here. Not listed in Wilson. RCS 52. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is a very rare folding hook, one of only three known. It’s a spike and thimble model candlestick. Stamping on the thimble reads “The Aetna Powder Co. Chicago.” Folded and unfolded the stick measures 3.75” and 6.25” and is made of steel and plated with nickel. The owner was Ted Bobrink. The Aetna Powder Co. did intend to patent this style of candlestick, but they never did. “The hook and thimble assembly rotates as one piece. In the folded position the two arms of the handle may be spread slightly in order to rotate the spike position. Once the hook and thimble have been raised, the lower arm on the hook locks the two arms of the handle together around the spike.” Wilson 267. RSC 78. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 4. 1) LABORATORY APPARATUS Catalog E52," by the Eberbach & Son Company of Ann Arbor, MI. About 900 pages of illustrated Lab Equipment and devices, everything from scales and centrifuges to spectrophotometers and stopcocks. Measures 8" x 11.5". 2) LABORATORY APPARATUS AND REAGENTS Edition 1931 catalog from the Arthur H. Thomas Company of Philadelphia, PA. This particular catalog states SELECTED FOR LABORATORIES OF CHEMISTRY AND BIOLOGY IN THEIR APPLICATION TO EDUCATION, THE INDUSTRIES, MEDICINE AND THE PUBLIC SERVICES. 828 illustrated pages, with Reagents index as well. Measures 8.25" x 11.5" x 2.5". 3) Illustrated Apparatus Catalog from 1912 from the SCIENTIFIC MATERIALS COMPANY of Pittsburgh, PA. 533 pages, measures 6 1/4"W x 9"H x 5/8"D. 4) Clay Worker's Catalog, from THE PATTERSON FOUNDRY & MACHINE CO of East Liverpool, OH. The inner cover leaf indicates "Builders of Satisfactory Machinery for the Clay Worker Since 1868." 72 illustrated pages, measures 6" x 9". All items in excellent condition. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 4. Various balance scales in multiple configurations. Item 1, wood base with balance trays, complete with weights set. Delicate metal construction of balance beams. Item 2, heavy cast metal painted base with large 4" dia. brass balance trays. Item 3, single beam balance, heavy round base with 4" dia. tray. Item 4, single spring-loaded semi-circular scale, with decorative brass base. No tray. - Jacobitz Collection

Measures about 12” and is made out of polished steel. Date is unknown but possibly could be from 1900. There is a cutout design by the hook and handle. Very little wear. Not listed in Wilson, RCS 68. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 7 wooden parts from wooden boxes from Nevada and California. They are from the Darwin, Keeler and Berlin mining districts. Some wear, the lettering is fading on some.

Lot of 2. Mining Gas Testing kit and mask kit for gases. 1) wood cased/ metal bound Kit measures 7.25" x 3.5" x 9.5", with a belt closure. Contains 2 numbered blown glass vials packed in cardboard, with copper seals to apply after filling with suspect gas. Inside the lid is a US Dept. Of the Interior Bureau of Mines data card, and specific instructions for submittal. Excellent condition, rare. 2) M-S-A Ammonia Gas Mask Kit is housed inside all-metal box, 9" x 7" x 13.5". Kit contains rubber mask and hose with glass goggle-type face piece, an ovoid gas mask canister labeled "FOR AMMONIA AND DUSTS, MISTS AND FOGS" and a canvas carry bag. The inside lid has a detailed list of instructions, usage, care & cleaning and spare parts list complete with pictures. This is stamped as "INSPECTED BY HJS, DATE OCTOBER 13, 1941."

Carbide lamps have been in use since 1894 to provide reliable lighting for miners and cave explorers. The lower chamber of this lamp, the generator, holds calcium carbide. The upper well is filled with water, and the adjustable pin on the top controls the amount of water that reaches the carbide, which reacts to produce acetylene gas. The gas is then filtered into the lens chamber and can be lit. This carbide lamp is 10” tall, with bail, and the base is still full of carbide. The lens is 4.75” diameter.

A carved wooden bowl used for gold panning in South America and Africa, called a batea. The batea is an open conical dish, often with a small central depression. The batea had been widely used in south-central America for centuries before the gold rushes of North America and the batea should have immediately rushed north but did not. The batea was originally made by carving and turning timber to produce a wooden thick-walled wide slightly conical dish capable of floating or at least possessing neutral buoyancy. Later a partial shift to a thin-walled batea made of metal occurred, the metal allowing the batea to be heated for cooking and to drive off mercury from amalgam to leave gold [Ref: World Placer Journal, 2000]. This piece has original repairs, consisting of two bands of metal that have been tacked into the walls to stop cracks in the wood from spreading. A nice display piece and a fine example of vintage tool making. From the M.D. Kast Collection.

A folding hook spike and thimble model with combination. Length 5.5" closed, 8.5"open. Stamped C.H. GARLAND MAKER APRIL 1, 1889. Made with steel, with brass inserts on handle. One of two known locking candlesticks. It is not known why this type of candlestick was made. The first assumption is that the owner of such a stick wanted to make sure no one else would use it. The date of April 1, (April Fools Day) would also suggest an elaborate practical joke [Ref: Wilson & Bobrink]. It's more likely, according to the same source, that it was made to showcase the blacksmith's skill. In this case, again according to Wilson & Bobrink, it was possibly crafted by a gunsmith. According to the instructions in Wilson & Bobrink's publication, "To open the clasp, the numbered knob nearest the spike must be set (the knob next to it is an inoperative dummy), and the thimble must be rotated to the proper setting. This aligns a post from the thimble with a slot from the knob inside and releases the clasp." The craftsmanship on this piece is exceptional and as mentioned earlier, it is one of two that are known to exist, so to say it is rare would be a gross understatement. Wilson 254, RCS 83. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 5. 1) GEOLOGY OF THE BINGHAM MINING DISTRICT by J.M. Boutwell-1905. 400 pages, includes regional maps. Book is in good condition, but binding is a little weak. No missing pages. 2 & 3) COPPER MANUALS II and III by D. Houston & Company-1899. Describes locations and shows through photographs the various copper producing areas of the country. Volume II is 398 pages, volume III has 474 pages. Both volumes are in good condition, with no spine issues. 4) COPPER THROUGH THE AGES Issued by the Copper Development Association-1934. The history of copper and its uses through history, beginning with The Metal Age. A British publication, 66 pages, in very good condition. 5) ALASKA COPPER, compiled by The Reynolds Alaska Development Company, 1907, -26 page prospectus on copper deposits in this United States possession. Soft bound. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This unique fancy model measures 14.25” and is made out of one piece of steel. Could have been a mine manager’s or superintendant`s candlestick. The thimble has been decorated with a variety of different shaped cutouts; including a tulip like and star shaped cutouts. The thumb lever appears to represent the handle of a cutlass. The base of the hook also has some decoration. Even with the design, the candlestick appears to have been put to use. Wilson 128, RSC 41, Eichler. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Four volumes of Edward Salisbury Dana's "A Textbook of Mineralogy with an extended treatise on Crystallography and Physical Mineralogy." Published in 1850 (cover separated, inscribed to the Senior Class, Univ. Miss. 1857), 1858 (excellent condition), 1922 (fair condition), 1950 (good condition).

Lot of 2. "The Mining Catalog 1924 by Keystone Consolidated Publishing Company Inc." This is the "Metal-Quarry Edition. The cover reads "Serves the Following Industries Metal and Non-Metallic Mining, Sand, Gravel, Quarrying and Cement." (968) illustrated pages, includes Maccar trucks, locomotives, cables, pumps, steam shovels, powder, blasting caps, elevators, pulverisers, and much more. Item 2, "Keuffel & Esser Co." drafting and survey equipment catalog dated February 1936. This is fully illustrated, some color depictions, of drafting papers and linens, drafting tools, instruments and supplies, drawing boards, scales and rules, transits and levels, tapes, compasses, mirrors, level rods and more. Both these hard-bound catalogs illustrate state-of-the-art equipment for their respective times, and are in excellent condition.

Unique folding unit. No markings. No known patent application. Steel construction, approx. 4.5" folded and 7" unfolded. The grooved hinge piece allows the spike, with its internal groove sliding on a riveted pin, to move forward or backward to lock or unlock, and allow for rotation and folding. These mechanicals also lock the hinged hook and thimble piece in place. Workmanship is very good. Wilson 260, RCS 38. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Early non-mechanical stick. Measures 11.75" long. Appears to be iron construction. Large diamond shaped lever on thimble. Tapered hook, with unique horse-shoe shaped stand-off at base of hook. Not in Wilson, RCS 31. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is a reciprocating folder with a spike and hook. It is made of iron and has some wear from use. Measures about 5.25” and 8” folded and unfolded. There is a screw on the side that allows for movement and security of the spike and hook. There are some other similar folders made later on in the 19th Century; the Aetna Power Co. For example made a similar one [Wendell & Wilson #267]. This folder most likely was a prototype do to the bulky movement and large screw. Not listed in Wilson, RCS 39 - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is a very rare fuse cutter model! Might be only one out of a few to exist. Measures 8” and is made out of one piece steel, plus a fuse cutter bar. Stamping has the name C. CLEAVES on the thimble, along with other decorative engravings. There are two grooves on the handle, one for a fuse cutter and the other for crimping blasting caps. According to Wilson and Bobrink “Nothing is known of the maker, C. Cleaves, but his name appears on three other different models of candlesticks." Wilson 208, RCS 87. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This unmarked metal flask contains a whimsical folding miner’s lamp. The four glass sides, each 2.5” wide by 5.5” tall, are all hinged together, accordion-style. The metal bottom, stamped with Chinese characters, is also hinged to one side panel. The sides and 2.75” square top hinge and latch together. The thimble fits the small candle included in the cylindrical compartment in the flask. Includes a small metal pick for the candle. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2. A rare gold dust scoop made of what appears to be natural horn, with the name Kenneth C. Kuencer carved in the larger end. The scoop is about 9” in length. The second item is an incomplete boxed set of assay weights, with only about 7 of the brass weights included and 6 missing. The wooden box with hinged lid measures 3" x 6.5” and is 3.25” tall.

Measures about 11”and made out of one piece of steel. Some wear, the handle is a classic high grader, showcasing an indented handle meant for sneaking items out of mines. Very light design, and in many ways it is similar to G. Madore design of candlesticks. Wilson, page 40. Not listed in Wilson, RCS 11. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Split thimble model, measures 11” and made out of steel. This stick appears to be another example of the Kindelan patent. Many other examples lack a hook, while this one lacks a thumb lever. Lengths commonly run 12" to 14;" none bear stamping. W 93. RSC 46. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This lot of 10: consists of a Boy Scout style knife with 4 blades, a Kadat 1013, with two blades, a Camco, with a corkscrew and an East Indian looking rapier, with a leather scabbard. There is also a deer leg handle hunting knife made in Germany an English made dagger, a small pen knife with no markings and a straight razor manufactured in Sheffield, England by Edward Barnes and Son in the mid-19th century. The real jewel of this lot is the worst looking, a rare Green River style Indian trade knife by J. Ward Atlas Works - Russell. Here‘s a knife you don‘t want to miss out on, you don‘t come across these every day. The blade is very well marked with J. WARD ATLAS WORKS and is circa 1880. J. Ward was owned and operated under John Russell Green River works and was considered his “economy brand” but obviously even his “economy” brand is very high quality. It’s 14.8” long, has a tapered tang and the handles appear to be rosewood or coco bola wood. - Jacobitz Collection

Fraternal blacksmith model. Measures about 13” and made out steel. Masonic symbol is placed on the bottom of the hook. There is some wear, and could have possibly been owned by an engineer or owner of a mine. This model is very similar to others from the time period, including another Masonic candlestick featured in A Collector’s Guide to Antique Miner’s Candlesticks, No maker listed, could have been a specially made candlestick. Not listed in Wilson, RSC 45. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

"The Microscope and Its Revelations" by William B. Carpenter, C.B., M.D., LL.D., FRS. 7th Ed. Edited by Rev. W.H. Dallinger. Published by J. & A. Churchill, London, with 21 plates and 800 wood engravings. Hardcover, 1099 pgs. With Index. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

11 hardbound mining catalogs from 1929 through 1953, and 3 dozen mining related periodicals and advertising brochures. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 5 German and English books. 1) THE WORLD’S MINERALS by Leonard J. Spencer. New York, Frederick A. Stokes Company Publishers. Little wear, includes color plates of minerals. 1913. 2) MINERALS, METALS AND GEMS, by Hyatt Verrill. Grosset and Dunlap Publishers, New York. 1939. Little wear, still has colorful dustcover. 3) & 4) LEITFADEN DER MINERALOGIE, translated as GUIDE TO MINERALOGY. By Julius Ruska. Leipzig. 1910. Some wear on pages and cover. 5) DAS NATURREICH, translated as the REALM OF NATURE. By Karl Schulz, Berlin. 1922. Little wear. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Mixed lot (approx. 175 individual items) of Mineralogy reports, preprints, maps, booklets, Gem & Mineral Show pamphlets, Gem Hunters Atlas of the Northwest booklet, various USGS Publications for western states, and 11" x 10" pouch with fold-out full color map, "Geologic Map of Washington" from the Dept. Of Conservation, dated 1961.

Measures 10.5”, and made out of a polished steel. THE MINERS BABY is engraved on the thimble. STEEL and PAT APD FOR on the spike The Miners baby thimble was a patent created by John J. Cluin. This is an extremely rare item. Only 3 or 4 others are known to still exist. To operate the Miners Baby, one just simply pulls on the ring by the hook. “This disengages the hook shaft from the slot and allows it and the thimble to be rotated into a flat position. When the ring is released a spring pulls the hook shaft back into a locking slot.” The handle looks to have been hollowed out at some point and possibly could have been a high grader’s handle. It has since been filled in. Wilson 224, RSC 79. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is an early miner’s candle stick made of nickled steel. There are no markings. It measures 12” in length. From the M.D. Kast Collection.

Lot of 7 contains the tools and equipment every good miner used in his daily work. Includes a three tiered metal lunch box, a pair of shin protectors, an oil lamp, a pestle for crushing rock samples, a canary cage, used as a safeguard against lack of oxygen, a draw knife for evening shoring timbers and tool for squaring and shaping building stone. These items are almost all in serviceable condition. The cage is constructed out of bamboo, has feeding troughs and measures 5" x 5" x 7". The draw knife has a very good edge and measures about 12" wide. The shin guards are constructed of very heavy gauge leather. All the pieces, as mentioned, are in very good condition and could go to work today.

The brass scale is cased in a wooden box covered in a shiny green paper, measuring approximately 3" x 6.5.” On the bottom side of the box is the following handwritten notation: “Property of E.C. S. Fiert (or Stiert), Jr. Manhattan Bldg., Philada—.” - Woodward Collection

Lot of 4: 1) wooden box 7.5" x 3.5" x 1", contains fold-up metal scale with cord-suspended round brass trays, 2.5" dia. A small compartment in the lower right corner contains 4 brass weights of descending size. 2) metal box 8" x 3.5" x 1.5", contains all-brass folding scale with fine chain-suspended round rolled edge trays, 3" dia. In the lower right corner is a fixed wooden container for 3 large brass weights, and a pivoting round brass covered compartment for smaller weights of descending sizes. There is a small wooden container with 2 fluted square glass vials, approx. 2.75" long with glass stoppers. 3) wooden box 7.5" x 4" x 1.5", "TRIUMPH" Scale Co. indicated inside lid. Contains all brass chain-suspended rolled edge trays, 3" dia. Scale beam features adjustable balance weight. Box upper right corner contains wood block with 7 brass weights of descending size, plus smaller graduated aluminum discs for finer measurements. Complete and in excellent condition. 4) pivoting wooden paddle with unusual scale inside. 12.25". Brass suspended tray with pivot attached to a delicate ivory rod with multiple string pivot points for variable weight scales, coinciding with the various scale graduations on ivory rod. - Maish Collection

Lot of 2 miners' candlestick designed tie pins. 1) Blacksmith style, 1.5" long. A very simple design, complete with thimble, spike and thumb lever. 2) Brass finished tack, complete with thimble, thumb lever and spike. Piece is 3" long and very elegant. Both pieces are unique. Not listed in Wilson. RCS 89 and RCS 71. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This miners` candlestick has a unique spring designed flame snuffer. It`s 10.5 "long, plated steel, with split thimble, hook, thumb lever and built-in fuse cutter. There are no markings on the stick and it is not listed in Wilson & Bobrink. A very handsome piece, simple in design and function. RCS 48. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Two mini candlesticks, one reciprocating, and a reciprocating button hook. - Jacobitz Collection

A simple blacksmith made 5" Tommy Knocker style miners' stick. Handle has an ornamental pick set in opening. Piece is unpolished and beautiful in its simplicity of design. There are no markings to denote location or maker. This piece proves the old adage, "Less is more." Not listed in Wilson. RCS 77. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Blacksmith model miniature candle stick. Measures 3.5" long. Hand-fabricated, excellent workmanship. Unique object. Not in Wilson, RCS 85. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

A very nice Tommy Knocker in a 6" size, quite possibly from the 19th Century. Piece is nicely polished and blacksmith made. There are no visible marks, names or numbers. Piece shows choice craftsmanship. Not listed in Wilson. RCS 51. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 2 mining supply catalogs. 1) Catalog number 2. SUPPLIES FOR MINE AND MILL, MACHINE SHOP, GARAGE SAW AND PLANNING MILL, POWER PLANTS, CONTRACTORS. Produced by Harron, Rickard and McCone. San Francisco and Los Angeles. Fifth edition, February 1913. Some wear on pages including tears. The cover and binding has wear too. 2) STANDARD SUPPLY & EQUIPMENT CO. MANUFACTURERS AND JOBBERS OF MILL, MINE, RAILROAD, TINNERS’, MACHINISTS’ AND FOUNDRY SUPPLIES. 1911. Some wear on pages and cover. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is an entire mining hard goods collection which includes miners' candlesticks, carbide lamps, lunch pails and even a hard hat. Also featured are canteens, a smelter pot and containers for plug tobacco, blasting caps and fuses. There is also quite an assortment of mining tools, including mallets, saws and other woodworking implements. This is a very extensive collection that covers several aspects of mining life. A great archive for the hard rock enthusiast.

Lot of 5. 1) THE BIG BONANZA by Dan DeQuille. "This story of the discovery and development of Nevada's fabulous Comstock Lode is an American classic." Published in New York by Alfred A. Knopf, 1947. 439 pages. with multiple illustrations and pictures. 2) LIFE IN THE MINES (below) OR, CRIME AVENGED. By Charles Simpson, copiously illustrated by H.S. Daly. Published by Rhodes & McClure Publishing, Chicago, 1908. The heading below the title, THRILLING ADVENTURES AMONG MINERS AND OUTLAWS. 343 pages., and the end section titled "Teaching the Deaf to Speak." 3) THE STORY OF THE MINE by Charles Howard Shinn, 1906. Published by D. Appleton and Company, New York. 260 pages, illustrated with photos and prints of the time. 4) WALKS AND TALKS IN THE GEOLOGICAL FIELD by Alexander Winchell, LL.D. Professor of Geology and Paleontology in the University of Michigan. Published by the Chautauqua Press, New York, 1886. 329 pages, no illustrations. 5) SPARKS FROM A GEOLOGIST'S HAMMER by the above-referenced A. Winchell, LL.D. Second edition. Published by S.C. Griggs and Company, Chicago, 1882. 358 pages, 2 illustrations. All items are in very good to excellent condition, some have personal inscriptions on their title covers. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 6. 1) NEW CATECHISM of the STEAM ENGINE by N. Hawkins, M.E. 1904. This book is illustrated, with chapters on Gas, Oil and Hot Air Engines. 437 pages. 2) BETHLEHEM MINE TRACK EQUIPMENT, BOOKLET 72 on equipment for coal and ore mines, quarries and industrial applications. Heavily illustrated, includes items on ties, track, switchgear, etc. and data for track curve radii. Spiral bound, 133 pages. 2) BETHLEHEM MINE AND INDUSTRIAL TRACKWORK CATALOG, 470 pages, a tabbed hard-cover reference for track layouts. 4) BELT CONVEYORS by Robins Conveying Belt Co. New York. Mining conveyor belts, 72 pages. 5) MODERN METHODS FOR SCAPER MUCKING AND LOADING by INGERSOLL-RAND, 1939. 183 pages, illustrated with photos and drawings. 6) INGERSOLL-RAND Scaper Hoists catalog sheets, 10 individual photographic sheets. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 5. 1) THE GOLD MINES OF CANADA THAT PAY DIVIDENDS, John Wright, pub. By Crawford, Wright & Co., Toronto, Ont., c1939, 100pgs, hardcover. 2) NORTHWEST MINES HANDBOOK, A REFERENCE WORK OF THE MINING INDUSTRY OF IDAHO, WASHINGTON, BRITISH COLUMBIA, WESTERN MONTANA AND OREGON, by Sidney Norman, Vol. 1, Pub. By Sidney Norman, Spokane, WA, 1918. Hardcover,366 pgs. 3) SAVAGE GOLD AND SILVER MINING CO., Hale & Norcross MC, Chollar MC, and Potosi MC on the Comstock Lode, San Francisco, 1916. Softcover. 4) HERITAGE OF THE DESERT, PIOCHE, NV, 1924., 20 pgs. 5) SOUVENIR OF RAWHIDE, NEVADA’S GREAT GOLD CAMP, by N.E. Johnson, published by F.W. Clark, Los Angeles, CA, 1908. Softcover, approx. 50 pgs. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

While “Gold Rush” may make many people think of gold pans, sluice boxes, and other methods of using water to separate rock from gold, water was unavailable in many mining claims. To separate material without water, tools such as this Dry Washer were often used. A pail of rocks and dirt would be poured onto the top screen. Large rocks would sit atop the screen, and smaller material would pass through into the reservoir. The reservoir would be shaken, and the fine matter would fall through a slot into the riffled canvas tray. The handle would be used to pump air through the bellows at the bottom of the stand. The force of the air moving through the canvas material would blow away the lighter grit and leave behind the gold. This dry washer is 32” tall, 21” long, and 10” wide. The bellows still works, although it is dry-rotted and there are some holes in both the bellows and the canvas.

Lot of 2. 1) ALLIS-CHALMERS COMPANY. Published in 1911, out of Milwaukee, WI. Unnumbered pages. The card cover of this book is inscribed “Allis-Chalmers/ Company” in raised gold lettering within a rectangular, black ink border. Below the gold inscription is printed “General Office:/ Milwaukee, Wis/ Offices in all Large Cities” in black ink. The spine bears the remnants of a sticker on whose legible sections are written, “ nery: also Crushing/ & Cement Mchy.” The catalog’s contents consist of advertisement bulletins for Hancock Jigs, Tremain Steam Stamps, Crushing Rolls, Frue Vanners, and other equipment, bound with large, flathead pins. The covers are worn, and most pages are somewhat tattered along the bottom edges and corners. Some yellowing. Front bottom corner is torn off. Measures about 8” by 11” by 1.” 2) The second catalog in this lot is THE MINING CATALOG written and published by Keystone Consolidated Publishing Company of Pittsburgh, PA in 1918. 877 pp. This large, hardbound catalog is covered in purple cloth. The lighter purple markings on the front cover indicate the publisher, title, and year within a keystone logo. The spine bears no discernible inscriptions. The catalog’s spine and binding are damaged; it is missing several front pages, and remaining pagination begins on 3. Cover board edges are worn, the spine is broken, and the pages are deeply yellowed with age. Measures 8.5” by 11.5” by 2.” - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 10: 1) black cast iron candlestick from the Adele Reed collection. Very ornate, measures 10.5". 2) copper oil burning lamp with hanging hook and handle, approx. 7" x 2.5" in diameter, handle is 4" long. 3) Assay Crucible, 3" in diameter at the top, 5" tall. 4) brass Apothecary weight measuring cup, weighs 123 grams. 5 & 6) Miner's tin lunch pails, copper banded with wire handles. The smaller unit is 6" high x 4" in diameter, the larger unit is 7.5" x 5.5" dia. 7 & 8) Copper candle sticks, both with thumb lever adjusters. They are approx. 5.5" dia x 5". 9) is an oil can, with brass caps and a wooden bail handle. It measures approx. 10" x 6", soldered tin construction, with a Lion symbol and "M J" on either side of the lion, with the number "3" below stamped into the top above the spout. This item is in excellent condition. 10) an Assay weight which resembles a token. The markings indicate "Two Drachmas" and "3 i j" on both faces. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3. 1) ROSE TOOL & SUPPLY COMPANY Catalog No. 5 Book from Pittsburg, PA. The cover reads MILL-MINE MACHINISTS CONTRACTORS TOOLS AND SUPPLIES.1435 pages. Highly illustrated, inner pages in excellent condition. 2) C.P. And CHEMICAL REAGENTS" book from 1931, by Pfaltz & Bauer Chemical Co. Inc. Of Los Angeles, CA. Paper-bound 52 pages of chemicals, analytical balances, weights, microtomes, etc. 3) is the BACTERIOLOGICAL APPARATUS MICROSCOPES AND MICROSCOPE ACCESSORIES from the Denver Fire Clay Company, Catalog. 1926. Contains medical equipment of the day, including autoclaves, sterile bottles, Hydrogen Ion Outfits, Zeiss Microscopes, Photomicrographic cameras, stills, etc. Almost every item has an accompanying illustration. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 2 catalogs: 1) from Baldwin Acetylene Lamps of New York. This 1902 publication is 15 pages in length and features in photos and descriptions, all the latest in mining lighting equipment, including sperm candles and a nice selection of carbide lamps. There are also several pages of testimonials from satisfied customers. The book is in very nice condition. Also included is E.D. Bullard Company, mining supply. Bullard was founded in 1898 and had offices in San Francisco and New York. This publication features photos and descriptions of a wide range of mining hard goods, from welding goggles, to welding equipment, stretchers and crucibles. The book is 22 pages and in very nice condition. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Twenty-One books: GEOLOGY AND ORE DEPOSITS OF THE AMERICAN CORDILLERA, Volumes I-III and Field Guide, 1996. PIERCE WELL DESCRIPTIVE CATALOG, Pierce Well Extractor Company, 1879 missing front cover. DEPARTMENT ON THE INTERIOR ANNUAL REPORTS, 1900, volume 2, broken covers and spine. GEOCHEMICAL EXPLORATION, 1971. ORE DEPOSITS IN THE UNITED STATES, Aime, 1968, Volumes I and II. ECONIMIC GEOLOGY, Skinner, 1981. MONOGRAPHS OF THE USGS, 1897-1898. GEOLOGY AND ORE DEPOSITS OF THE GREAT BASIN, 1991, Volumes I and II. ECONOMIC GEOLOGY 50TH ANNIVERSARY VOLUME I and II, Bateman, 1955.ORE DEPOSITS OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA, Kemp, 1905. MINERAL DEPOSITS, Lindgren, 1933. ORE DEPOSITS, Park and MacDiarmid, 1964. GENESIS OF ORE DEPOSITS, Posepny, 1895 and 1902 editions. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF OHIO, Bownocker, 1911.

Folding hook and spike mechanical blacksmith model with clasp. Length 4" folded, 7.25" open. Steel with brass plate on thumb lever. This nicely ornamented example is most likely a Fisk model, although the thumb lever and the neck separating the thimble from the clasp vary from the patent. Another maker, C.H. Garland is also a possibility. This is a finally decorated model, with fancy stamping on the handle, thimble and clasp. Fine example of the craftsman’s skill. Wilson 250 RCS 34. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Old pack saddle that appears to be from the mid to late 19th century. Piece measures 20" x 13" x 23". The size suggests the saddle was meant for a horse or mule. Several old leather straps and partial straps are connected to the oak saddle tree. There is a canvas cinch and girth still in place toward the front of the saddle. The other cinch is missing. There is no makers mark or region indication. This is a great display piece of old Americana. - Jacobitz Collection

Blacksmith’s candlestick, measures about 8.5” The letters WW are incorporated on the handle and the thimble has a crown edge design. Made out of steel, but there is wear from use. This is an abbreviated model of candlestick, and is rare. Not listed in Wilson. RCS 67. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Measures around 14.25 ”and made out of steel with a brass holder on the base of the hook. There is knurling on the sides of the hook and thumb lever to allow for lighting of matches. While this candlestick’s design is similar to others of the time period, note the polygon shaped spike which gives it’s a unique shape. Not in Wilson RSC 44, E 17. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Measures 5.25” and 6.75” folded and unfolded. Made out of steel and has some wear. This candlestick could possibly be a prototype due to the missing hook and thumb lever. The spike is movable and is able to rotate fully. There is a lock on the side, to help the spike stay in place. The maker is unknown, and not listed in Wilson. RCS 76. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Measures 4.25” and 5” folded and unfolded. Made out of steel and has had some wear. The hook, thimble and spike fit neatly into the handle and can rotate around fully. There is a small lock on the side to hold all the items in place. It’s very similar to other folders of the time period. Not listed in Wilson. RCS 75. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Constructed of steel, this piece measures 5" folded and 6.75" open. This stick is similar to the Pateneaude patent (W 225), but lacks the clasp. The hook device is loose and piece does show some pitting and wear. Wilson 245 RCS 32. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is a smaller fancy blacksmith, it only measures about 8” and made out of one piece of steel. The spike and hook are etched in a unique pattern, while the thimble has a crown top design. Not listed in Wilson, RCS 47, E 39. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is an extremely rare candlestick. Measures about 12” with riveted steel with no screws or plating. Stamping on the spike reads CURTISS and other on the thumb lever reads PAT. AUG 2, 1904. Patented by Edgar W. Curtiss, this model of candlestick was intented for mass distribution, but Curtiss died shortly after the patent was granted, and only a few were ever made. Before his death, Curtiss owned a mine in Baker County, Oregon that would later become the Virtue Mill. The Virtue Mill was a major and important mine in the state of Oregon. Wilson 182, RCS 81. From Eichler’s notes: “Edgar Curtiss was the proprietor of a blacksmithing service in Baker City (now Baker) Oregon, at the time his patent was granted. Prior to that he worked in various capacities at many of eastern Oregon’s better-known lode gold mines. This included helping with the installation of an aerial tram at the old Cornucopia Mine – a task for which he had experience in the form of bridge building work for the Oregon Short Line Rail Road at the time the first tracks were laid. In fact, it was this railroad employment that brought him to Oregon initially in about 1884. Little is known today concerning George Fronhofer other than that a Baker City Directory of 1903 lists him as the proprietor of a meat market. Because of this, the logical presumption is that his interest in the patent represents participation in the capacity of a financial backer of the enterprise rather than as a co-inventor. In any event, Curtiss is the partner who had the mining and blacksmithing background and who is listed first in the patent record. Also “Curtiss” is the only name appearing on the finished products made under this patent. The Curtiss sticks are unique in that they are made of separate sticker bars, handles, hooks and holder unites all bolted together rather than welded. Moreover, all parts are clearly precision-made and threaded where necessary for the bolts. The question arises, therefore, as to whether Curtiss fabricated these components himself or contracted their manufacture with the view of doing only the final assembly work in his shop. Whichever way it was, there is no available record to the effect that Curtiss actually marketed his product. Instead, there is some evidence to suggest that he may not have. At least, Eldon Curtiss, Edgar’s grandson, recalls that many crates of parts were still in storage in the family woodshed in 1915 at which time his father assembled eighteen candlesticks which were subsequently sold to the general merchandising store operated by Mr. J. J. O’Dair in Granite, Oregon. Granite was a mining center located in the Blue Mountains approximately 45 miles by road west of Baker and Eldon recalls the event vividly because the entire Curtiss family made the trip at the time the sale was transacted and then camped for a couple weeks afterwards while his father did some work on a mining claim he owned nearby. Another interesting side-light to this recollection is that Eldon remembers the parts being so rusty that his father rigged a wire brush to a bicycle in order to clean them before assembly. Edgar Curtiss died February 28th, 1907, only two years and seven months after his patent was granted. It could be, therefore, that he never got his candlestick business underway beyond the stage of getting the components fabricated during this period and this is why so many unassembled parts were left in storage. In any event, both Eldon and his brother, Warren, recall the existence of three or four fully nickel-plated candlesticks which their father had made up and plated especially for sales display purposes. While these can be taken to indicate he was planning an active sales campaign, they nevertheless don’t stand as evidence that the sales project ever materialized. Under the circumstances it is altogether possible that the 18 units assembled by his son in 1915 constitute the only finished products marketed under this patent. And for what it may be worth, the candlestick used to illustrate the Curtiss product in this article is one of the nickle-plated display specimens—the only one currently locatable. It is a handsome specimen in totally new, un-used condition.” - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 6. The Varney Company was headquartered in Denver, Colorado and was very active in the making of miners candlesticks. This is a collection of six examples of Varney's patent, a very simple and practical design, that is formed from one piece of metal with no rivets to attachments. Two are stamped, BONANZA, with one measuring 9.5", the other 10.5". Two are stamped RUSSELL and are 11" and 12" respectively. The one marked IMPERIAL is 10" and the ROYAL stamped stick is 10.5" long. All are in very nice condition, the ROYAL one having a bit more rust. - Jacobitz Collection

Weepah was arguably the last American gold rush, and the first "auto camp" where over a 1000 miners drove to the camp 18 miles southwest of Tonopah. This brass wax stamp, is 2" dia, "Weepah Gold Mines Company/ Incorporated/ March 19, 1927/ Under Nevada Laws." No handle. - Jacobitz Collection

Compact abbreviated model, obtained from Bisbee Arizona. Bisbee is located about 82 miles southeast of Tucson, and was founded in 1880 on copper, gold, and silver mining in the Mule Mountains. These little candlesticks were said to be worn by the miners on their miners' hats. Blacksmith fabricated, it measures 1 7/8" long. The thimble has a crown-like top edge, with symmetrical holes just below around the perimeter. The thumb lever is round and concave for ease of use. Steel construction, very good workmanship. Wilson 69, RCS 16. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 2. 1) Globe, AZ picture book, with various vintage images of the Courthouse, School House, Roosevelt Dam, Miami Copper Co. Complex, Horse Shoe Curve on the Phoenix Globe Highway, and several more. There are 10 pages of images. Globe was founded in 1875 on Silver and Copper Mining. 2) is a hard-cover spine-bound book, THE HISTORY OF THE CLIFTON-MORENCI MINING DISTRICT by James Coloquhoun published in London in 1924. The author is noted as being the "Sometime President of the Arizona Copper Company and of the Arizona and New Mexico Railway." The book is 104 pages, with several pages of photos included. Both items are in very good to excellent condition. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 2 : A large, 6.25" long, and a small, 4.75" long. Each container holds brass balance scales. These are fold-down/ assemble type units, brass shows some oxidation. The larger model uses fine metal chain suspended round trays, 2" in dia., while the smaller unit uses string-suspended round trays, 1.5" dia. The larger container has gold lettering in the cover, with an eagle with shield at the center, shows some wear and tear. Inside there is a small hinged lid compartment in the upper left quadrant for scale weights (no weights inside). The smaller container has a satin padded inner lid, and does contain an open weight storage space with various scale weights. - Maish Collection

John Taylor came to the California Gold Rush from England and was an early gold rush metals dealer. He parlayed the metals business into a chemical and assay supply house, which was inherited by his son, who bears the same name. It is thought that the senior Taylor was the son of a well known British assayer, who may have come to California in the early 1850s to work for companies associated with British funding for parts of the Mariposa estate. In this lot is one 12.75” long, with wooden handle, bullion mould. The mold bears two 2” diameter conical depressions and two half-inch diameter conical depressions. The top is embossed “John Taylor & Co/ Of Cal”. The mould seems to have been sprayed down in gold paint. The second mould in this lot is solid metal, 10” long including handle. The mould bears four rectangular depressions of varied sizes. No markings. Painted silver. - Jacobitz Collection

Encased in a green painted metal box, approximately 3" x 7,” with “Miners’ Improved Gold Scale” lettered on the top of the case. “Manufactured expressly for California” written below.

A previously unknown certificate: TIGER GOLD AND SILVER MINING COMPANY stock, number 12 for 2500 shares at $100 each, issued to Ellis Edwards. Signed by Ellis Edwards, secretary, and A.J. Adams, president. Endorsed on the reverse. Great condition. Dated 13 March 1879. No information on this rare Bodie mine is readily available.

Water color painting of the Empire Mine in Grass Valley, CA. By George Mathis (1909-1997). Gallery framed 28" x 32" and double-matted. The image is 20" x 16". George Mathis was known as the "Pictorial historian of the Mother Lode." He lived in both Nevada City and Coloma, and painted various illustrations of rocket history for the Aerojet General Corporation of Sacramento. Several of these paintings are the property of the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. A small description of the Artist's history is affixed to the rear. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Watercolor done by Elizabeth Lauder depicts the Kennedy Mine in Jackson, Amador County, California. One of the deepest mines in the world, the Kennedy Mining Company was formed in 1860 when Andrew Kennedy and three partners began digging shafts near today's mine property entrance. The mine operated sporadically until it closed in 1878. In 1886 fifteen people invested $97,600 to reopen the mine under the corporate entity of the Kennedy Mining and Milling Company. In 1898 the company began sinking a new shaft 1,950 feet (591 m) east of the original shafts. This East Shaft would eventually reach a vertical depth of 5,912 feet (1,792 m), the deepest vertical depth gold mine in North America at the time. In 1928 a surface fire burned all but two structures. All other buildings and foundations were built after 1928. The company operated the mine until 1942 when the U.S. Government closed gold mines because of the war effort. This piece is in excellent condition, ready to hang. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Stock certificate issued to John A. Hall for 200 shares at $50 per share in the Meadow Lake Mill and Mining Company of Nevada County. It is signed by A.H. Otheman, secretary and A.G. Hadly, president. This is a very rare piece that's in extremely nice condition. - Jacobitz Collection

Dark wooden mould for gold bullion. Measures 11.25” by 5.25” by 4.75”, excluding handle and three foot pegs. This mould was made for the Nevada Foundry, which began in 1855 and was rebuilt in 1859 [Ref: minersfoundry.org]. - Jacobitz Collection

Once owned by Edwin Garthwaite. This kit was made in Freiberg, Germany. Garthwaite, a mining engineer, was born in San Francisco, CA on 5 August 1857. He attended the University of California, Berkeley for two years and finished his education in Freiberg, Germany in 1881. By the 1870s the school had established the reputation as being the leader in a variety of different mining related subjects; it was the place to be for any up and coming mining engineer or geologist. The young Garthwaite could often be seen walking down the cobblestone streets with other American students all wearing the latest miner’s outfit and brimless hat with lamp. Garthwaite later worked in Mexico, Northern California and in 1895 went to work in Rhodesia for over ten years, pioneering the art of mining. The kit comes in a wood case and is missing a few pieces. It`s made in Freiberg, Germany, c1870 and still has the original label. Garthwaite also did mining work in most of the West and into Mexico. This is a rare treasure for any mining enthusiast or collector. A real piece of American mining history [Ref: Spence, Clark.Mining Engineers and the Americana West, 1970, pp 29-30]. - Vinegar Collection

A known example of candlestick development through observation of actual models is the Gabriel Werntz candlestick of Placerville, California. Werntz, an inventor, developed a beautiful disassembling, flame-snuffer that could be broken down for carrying in the pocket or assembled for use in the mine. An early and crude prototype of the patent was first developed by Werntz prior to his patent. The thimble of the prototype is attached by means of a sliding brass post and the hook, when disassembled is secured by a sliding square brass socket. Because of the various deficiencies for practical use the prototype was probably quickly scrapped as Werntz went on to develop his patent model. The prototype is illustrated below. The patent date on this mechanical miners’ stick drawing is December 25, 1888. It is patent No. 395, 097. The stick, measuring 10.5" can be disassembled into three pieces, 8.25", for pocket carry. Made of steel, this model, patented by Gabriel Werntz, lacks the snuffer, which was usually discarded, lost or not included in the first place. It is a very rare example and is almost puzzle-like in its design. W 193 and RCS 58. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 9, large collection. 1) Assay Analysis chemical set in 12" x 7" x 4.5" hinged wooden box. Contains 5 liquid jars and 22 powder vials for testing, plus various funnels, glass tubing, glass vials, and specimen burning platforms. 2) bag of 12 1.5" cupels, found in Dalamar, NV circa 1950. 3) Ore sack, with lettering "Assayers Litharge" from Reno, NV. 4) box of Assayers Crucibles and cupels, various sizes. Estimated to be from Victor, CO. 5) Wire mesh sifting screen, cane frame, 11.5" dia. X 3.5". From "Justinian Cane Co. Assayers` Materials and Chemicals" of San Francisco. 6) cast iron Ingot mold, from F.W. Braun & Co. Approx. 5.75" x 3 5/8" x 2 3/8" "80 OZS. 150 OZS." cast on top edge. (Extremely heavy). 7) white porcelain specimen tray, 4.5" x 3" x 0.25" thick, with 12 depressions. 8) stoneware roasting tray, 11" x 6" x 2". Item 9, metal melting pot with pour spout, 2" dia. x 1.5". Handle is over 17" long. Appears to be home-made. Estimated to be from Randsburg, CA. - Maish Collection

This c1850 dagger is from the Gold Rush period in California. It has a walrus tusk and measures 12.5" in total, with a 3.5" forged steel quillion and 8" double edged triangular blade. The ivory is in excellent condition for it's age and the blade needs sharpening as well as cleaning. This is a very handsome example of 1850s weaponry.

Lot of 3: 1) Joshua Hendy electric hoists; 2) Joshua Hendy stamp mills; 3) Union Iron Works (in Spanish) with many full page lithographs. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Wooden case, 17" x 8.5" x 13". Has flip-top lid and fold-down tray. Inside are 3 removable trays with a multitude of chemical reagent bottles (most filled), glass stopper bottles, watch glasses, test tubes, eye droppers, beakers, syringes, various small tools, a sheaf of hand-written notes and instructions, large chemical liquid bottles, and 2 White Owl Cigar boxes filled with yet more chemistry materials. The mineral Rosenhahnite was discovered in the Russian River area of Sonoma County, CA, by Leo Rosenhahn (1904-1991), an amateur Bay Area mineralogist. This specimen is also included in the lot. 1.25” long, collected in 1962 by Rosenhahn. From the M.D. Kast Collection.

This is a unique folding candlestick from Colorado. Open, it measures 6", folded, about 3.5". This is a Hume & Tate Patent. Piece is in great condition with all moving parts operational. RCS 36, W 264. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

It is believed that while serving time in the Canon City State Penitentiary, a master blacksmith named Cox made this gorgeous presentation stick. A few years later it was presented as a gift to Mr. and Mrs. Kullerstrand of Ouray. Eventually, it ended up on display at store owned by Jack Benham, located on Ouray’s Main Street. This candlestick measures about 16.75”. The spike and hook are nickel-silver plated, the steel portions are shaded. The handle and thimble are solid nickel and silver. The entire candlestick is covered in fantastic engravings; one of the most interesting is the lovely and detailed heart on the thumb lever. Wilson and Bobrink wrote about this candlestick, saying; “this superb example is among the most beautifully and skillfully crafted candlesticks known. The large size, 16" and the use of solid nickel-silver, as well as the delicate inlays and detailed engraving are obviously the product of a mater blacksmith. A second, very similar but shorter example by the same hand is in the Victor Verity collection.” This stick is one of the finest examples known. Wilson 153, RSC 88. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

No. 23C181 First known as part of the Kansas and Nebraska Territories, Colorado held territory status from 1861 until 1876 when it was incorporated into the Union as a state. Central City was founded in 1859 and considered “The Richest Square Mile on Earth” during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush (later known as the Colorado Gold Rush). Placer mining was the initial preferred method of mining; however, it was replaced by underground lode mining around 1863. The specimen in the receipt was assayed for William A. Brown, which came from a lode near the Montana Mining District. The specimen was assayed as having an estimated 12oz of silver per 2000lbs and 10dwts of gold per 2000lbs. There is small vignette of a miner in the lower left corner and a blank space reserved for a postal stamp. The dimensions of the assay receipt are 7.75” x 4.5”. In general, this receipt is in Very Fine condition.

Very unique folding hook and spike model candlestick. The nicely designed folder incorporates fuse-cutter blade and blasting cap crimper in the folding hook. It is made out of steel, and measures 7” and 8.75” folded and unfolded. Note that the handle has been made into a “high grader’s” handle, this was a technique used to smuggle gold out of the mines. This candlestick was said to be used in the Colorado, Cripple Creek District. Wilson 241, RCS 33. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Two Denver scientific catalogs: 1) THE MINE AND SMELTER SUPPLY COMPANY ASSAYERS AND CHEMISTS SUPPLIES AND SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS Catalog 54 from 1920. Black cover, gold embossing. Illustrated catalog of assayers’ and chemists’ supplies. Cover is peeling and chipping away from the book; worn edges and spine. 2) THE DENVER FIRE CLAY COMPANY Catalog 12 from 1934. Hard cover, cloth bound in metallic green. A fully illustrated catalog of assayers’ and chemists’ supplies. Stamped several times on inside of front cover and front pages “Return to/ Design Div.” with some wear on hard board edges and spine. The Denver Fire Clay company is among the most famous and longest lasting companies of this type. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

1) HENDRIE & BOLTHOFF MFG. AND SUPPLY CO. GENERAL CATALOG NUMBER 97. Wahlgreen Publishing Co., 1924, 1029 pages. Fully illustrated catalog of 7 types of chisels, cast iron tools, clamps, wrenches, calipers, drills, arc welding equipment, pump oilers, 19 different types of jacks, and hundreds of other tools, machines, and equipment. Hard bound, green and gold embossed cover, minimal wear. 2) A slim “MODEL 30 WAUGH VALVELESS DRIFTER” June 1914 bulletin. Handsome tricolor (red, black, white) plates of rock drills. Very detailed schematics of drills included. Minimal wear. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Fred W. Thompson filed his first patent for a multiple carrier rider on 26 December 1903 [Ref: scalesandweights.com]. This handsome brass button balance scale is housed in a glass and mahogany case, 20” long, 10” wide, and 15.5” tall, without brass leveling feet. The inside of the balance is marked “1357/ THOMPSON BALANCE CO. DENVER, COLO./ MAKERS PAT’D NOV. 23. ’97.” below the stage’s two spirit levels. The multiple carrier rider is marked “THOMPSON’S/ PATENT/ Aug 30 1904” and is calibrated to measure 10, 20, 30, 50, 100, 200, and 300 milligrams. The case contains two drawers, with wooden pulls, containing glass balance trays, scales, hooks, and small weights. Some wear and damage to the wood finish. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

The Varney Patent folding stick, known as a “pocket stick” is one of the most mechanical of all miners’ sticks. A sliding thumb button raises and lowers the hook and the spike folds through a slot in the thimble, to be secured by a rotating triangular clasp. Even though Varney was a major manufacturer of candlesticks, his invention of the folding model came near the end of the candlestick era, when candles were being replaced by carbide lamps. This was not a big seller. Piece is 6” long folded, 9.75” unfolded. Made of cast steel at handle, spike, and hook and a riveted sheet steel thimble. Stick is nickel plated. Stamped VARNEY PAT. 12-12-11. Wilson 243, RCS 35. From Eichler`s notes: “A pioneer mining man died at his home, 3205 Lake place, on Feb. 1, after a lingering illness, In the early development of several of the largest producing mining camps of the state he took a part. Mr. Varney was born in Windham Center, Maine, in 1850. In 1870 he moved West and went to Creede, where he conducted one of the first assay offices in that camp. Later he went to Cripple Creek, where he tried his fortunes for a time and then went to the Boulder mining field. He lived in Longmont for a period and moved to Denver in 1885, establishing a small manufacturing plant." - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Folding hook and spike model candlestick, 4” and 6.5” folded and unfolded. Made with sheet steel and a nickel-plated brass thimble. The handle on this model has a stamp that reads RICE PAT MAR 29.81. Other examples of this model are marked under the brand name MARSHALL. Wilson 235, RCS 80. From Eichler’s notes: “From: Florence Citizen, Oct. 24, 1912. Rice built the Fremonth Hotel in Florence; had sold it few years before. Came from Durango about 15 years ago and conducted the stater there. Survived by a son in Durango.” - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Clothbound 3-ring binder containing some of Eichler’s research archive on miner`s candlesticks. Includes research notes, photocopies of old patents and photos, correspondence, and photographs. Fascinating addition to any miner`s candlestick collection! Very informative!

Lot of 3 boxes of correspondence, photocopies, and research notes between George Eichler and Jeani Martin, George Bayles, Jack Ramsdell, Tony Moon, Norm Wagner, and others. The Eichler records include dozens of folders of typed letters, photocopies of candlestick patent records, research notes, personal correspondence, photographs, and several chapters of the book on candlesticks that Eichler planned to publish. Please see the full story for the exciting history of these records and their contents. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Elizabeth Lauder watercolor of a mine near Victor and Goldfield, Colorado, noted on the piece as the "Sleeping Giant." The framed, mounted, and matted piece measures 24" x 32" and is ready for hanging. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is possibly one of the best pieces in the collection and arguably one of the most important miner’s candlesticks ever made. It was made for Horace Tabor also known as “The Bonanza King of Leadville” by his own blacksmith. Tabor was born in Vermont in 1830. As a young man he spent time working a variety of different jobs including mining in Maine’s and Massachusetts’s queries and farming in Kansas. Word of gold began to spread in 1859, so Tabor and his new wife moved out West with other “Fifty-Niners” and settled in Buckskin Joe, CO. For a short time, the couple ran a store before moving again to Oro City, where Tabor tried unsuccessfully to find gold. The couple moved once again to Leadville, where Tabor contained to mine for gold but also took an interested in local politics and even served as mayor for a year. 1878 proved to be Tabor’s lucky year, the "Little Pittsburg" mine proved to have masses silver lodes setting off the Colorado Silver Boom. Tabor was a partial owner of the mine and sold his interests in other mines for several millions. With his newfound wealth, Tabor began to invest in several business including banks and opera houses, and was elected Lieutenant Governor of Colorado for one term. At this time however, Tabor’s personal life was becoming just as well known. After finally divorcing his first wife, the 53 year- old Tabor married the 28 year-old Elizabeth "Baby Doe" McCourt in public ceremony in Washington D.C. The couple’s union was the cause for great gossip in 1880s Colorado. While Tabor seemed to have it all, it wasn’t set to last forever. Once the richest man in Colorado, Tabor would lose it all in 1893 and die only a shell of the man he once was. The stick measures at 11” and made out steel with very little wear. According to Wendell and Bobrink only two identical examples are known, one is incomplete, thus making this piece a beautiful rarity. This steel candlestick displays fantastic workmanship with small mining accents. Incorporated in the design are a crossed pick, hammer and drill set displayed on the handle, along with an anvil on the thimble. Wendell and Bobrink explain the design; “the spilt thimble follows the principle of the Kindelan patent and the flame snuffer is similar to that of the Washburn patent but with a loop to reduce tension pressure on the candle… superb craftsmanship make this a prime example of the fancy candlestick.” Another version of this candlestick is owned and on display at the National Mining Museum in Leadville, Colorado. Wilson 191, RCS 40. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This stick out of Leadville, is a Charles P. DesMoineaux patent. Date of patent is 19 September 1882, patent number is 264,636. This a mechanical stick, with folding spike and hook. Piece also has a knife blade in handle, as well as a fuse cutter. The piece is nickel plated, with some scuffs and scratches. Wilson 227, RCS 69. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

An 11" x 19" acrylic painting of the Leadville area mine by Bill Harrington. Owned by G.J. Hite, Jacob Fillins, and Robert Morrison, all from Georgetown, Colorado. The claim measured 150 by 1,500 feet and was situated on Leavenworth Mountain in the Montana Mining District. The claim assayed from $30 to $100 per ton. The main shaft ran 140 feet in depth. The painting is in very good condition and ready to hang. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

A DuPont No. 50 Blasting Machine, with its original red/brown painted finish, with a few scratches and dings here and there, due to use. The wood box is oak, with dovetail joints on the top and bottom. The leather strap is still strong and in excellent condition. The plunger still works. The wood handle on the plunger is still firmly attached and in good condition. Only one of two plaques is attached one with the product description and serial number is still on the top, while the other with maintenance details has been removed. The serial number is D21346C.

This lithograph, believed to be from the 1880s by E. Green, features the Alturas Rocky Bar Mine in Idaho and was produced by the famous San Francisco Lithograph House of Britton & Rey. Rocky Bar was founded in 1863 by H.T.P. Comstock, of Comstock Lode fame. The lithograph depicts the mine and its surroundings, with men, horses, cartage, etc. Gilt frame measures 30" x 22". Some minor staining at edges, glass is cracked in lower right corner.

The Harden Company was a Chicago-based firm that specialized in these fire extinguishing devices. This blue glass globe "Star" hand grenade is in mint condition. It has the original wire hanger, along with the patented sealed stopper. 8" tall x 5.5" dia. These devices were used to put out fires by throwing them at the base of the flames. The globe would explode, and its fluid contents would extinguish the flames by releasing volumes of gas clouds, displacing the oxygen. The fluid was typically carbon tetrachloride. Per the Harden advertisement, "the blue glass globe is filled with a chemical fluid, hermetically sealed with a patented stopper, contents are not deteriorated by age, climate, frost, etc. and will not injure person or property in the slightest. Hung up in your home, office, or factory, they are instantly accessible and invariably effective." Rare and unique. Care must be taken to not release the fluid, however, because it has been proven to be harmful to humans and other animals. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 2 wood-cased weight sets with graduated brass weights. 1) An Avoirdupois set of 10 weights for Apothecaries, from 4 lbs. AVD. down to 1/8 oz. AVD. Manufactured by the Sargent Co. from Chicago IL. Measures 9 5/8" x 5.25" x 3.5". 2) A Troy Ounce set of 11 weights for Gold measurements, from 20 oz. Troy down to 1 DWT (DWT = 1 Dram, = 1/8 oz.) Measures 7.5" x 4.75" x 2.5". - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This is a very rare mechanical stick measuring 6" closed and 7.5" open. According to Wilson and Bobrink, this design was probably impractical, due to the fact that, should a grain of sand, dirt, or some rust find its way into the cylinder, the mechanism could jam. Inside handle is stamped PAT. MAR.26.95. Wilson 262, RCS 86. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Detachable, fancy presentation piece. Constructed of steel with a copper heart design on back of handle. 11" long. Other design features include silver plating ahead of handle, pick, shovel and hammer design in handle and silver anvil on hook-thimble assembly. Double hook stand-off. A beautiful example of the blacksmith`s skill, with several parts attached by dove-tailing. "This piece is said to be presented to Harry Tembly of the Anaconda Company at Butte, Montana in 1914. The copper heart inset into the handle seems to have been the signature or trademark of a Butte blacksmith (name unknown); a number of other candlesticks from Butte have the same feature." Wilson 178, RCS 82. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

“Map of Mining Claims, Butte & Vicinity, Montana.” Compiled and published by Joseph H. Harper, Mineral & Land Attorney, U.S. Land Department, and by Malcolm L. MacDonald, U.S. Deputy Mineral Surveyor for Idaho and Montana. The claims are indicated in various colors. Printer: H.B. Stranahan & Co. of Cleveland, Ohio. Measures 27.5" x 36,” printed on linen-backed paper, and folded into a red/black hardbound booklet measuring 4" x 7.5.” The spine of this volume is torn and pulling away from the boards in places and the corners are worn, but overall it is in good condition. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Watercolor by Elizabeth Lauder of the Mountain Consolidated Mine in Butte, Montana. The piece measures 24" x 32" framed and matted. It is signed by the artist, in gallery condition, and ready to hang. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Patented reciprocating folding candlestick with folding hook. Length is 5.5" folded to 7.5" open. Patented by Cyrille Pateneaude, patent No. 289,702, dated 4 December 1883. Nickel-plated steel construction, unusual S-curve hook configuration that mimics the handle shape. No thumb lever on thimble. Marketed under the name "Eureka" which is not stamped on the unit. Wilson 225, RCS 37. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 4 early miners` candlesticks: One “basic” design stick with a plain spike, thimble, and handle. Measures 6.25” and is rusted and bent. Three “standard” design sticks. One is 12.5” long, the thimble finely scalloped on one edge, with a heart-shaped thumb lever. The end of the handle has a cross-hatched oval stamped into it. This candlestick also features a fluted wedge into which a hook (not included) could be attached through the underside of the spike. A. 8.25” long stick with a very plain design: hook, spike, and thimble all seem to have been wrought from a single piece of metal. The thimble top is scalloped and features a simple thumb lever. A 12” long stick with a plain thimble and hook. The thumb lever curves across the front of the hook. Some rust. - Jacobitz Collection

Mechanical (folding) miner's candlestick. 7” folded, 7.25” unfolded. No markings. Thimble, spike, and thumb lever crafted from one continuous piece of metal. No thumb lever. The handle and spike are riveted together with a reciprocating clamp. The spike is plain and square. Appears to have once been plated in brass. - Jacobitz Collection

1) A 2-page letter dated 10 October 1904 from the Goldfield Mining Company of Nevada. 2) Another 2-page letter from the Goldfield Mining Company. Dated 26 October 1904. Both letters inquire to Ernest Bamberger in Salt Lake City about mining in the area. Letters have very little wear.

Abbreviated mechanical miner's candlestick. 4.75" folded, 5.75" unfolded. No markings. Plain, unmarked clasp is riveted through to the handle stem and spike. The open-ended thimble is also very plain, and has no thumb lever. The handle seems to have been hand-filed. The spike, fixed to the reciprocating clamp, bears ornamental filing. Steel. Some rust beneath the clasp. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 7: multiple Miner`s candle holders, iron manufacture, various lengths, from 10" to over 12" long. Most procured from Tonopah, NV. One is a spring-formed holder, found in Delamar, NV. One specific lamp is a "Guy`s Droppe" oil lamp, brass and steel construction, with a vertical reflector 3" in dia. Reflector has a built-in rotary sparking device. Manufactured by "Universal Lamp Co." of Springfield, IL. The final items are 2 miner`s candles, circa 1890s. One of the candles is in excellent condition, with an attached story of its discovery in CO. - Maish Collection

Lot of 9: 1) Wooden block & tackle pulley with hooks, circa 1870s, found in shaft of Con Vir Mine. 2) Small brass pocket scale, 1.5" dia. String-suspended trays. 3) Shaped leather-bound wooden case with brass miner`s scale and graduated brass weights, 8.5" x 3.5" at widest point. "Caldo", "Lovis" and "Souve" engraved on weights. 4) Large brass pressure gauge graduated to 200PSI, 6" dia. x 2.25". manufactured by "The Hendrie & Bolthoff" company of Denver CO. found in Mill Runs, Bull Troy District of NV. 5) Small cloth tobacco pouch, found in Delamar, NV. 6) Mining demolition fuses (various lengths) found in Delamar, NV. 7) Mine rail spike & partial cap tin lid, found in Delamar, NV. 8) Three blasting caps tins of various labels, "Hercules Blasting Caps," from Wilmington DE, "California Cap Co." from San Francisco, and "California No. 6 Blasting Caps" from Oakland, CA. 9) Wooden mining sheave, 12" x 1.5" with threaded handle, tapered construction. Found in Delamar, NV. - Maish Collection

Eastern Nevada mining tags and tokens, assorted medals. 33 pieces, 12" x 14" frame. - Jacobitz Collection

The embossing in this mould may refer to one of two companies: The Hamburg Mining Company (incorporated 26 May 1875) of Eureka, Nevada, or the Hamburg Mines Company (incorporated 22 June 1916), of Pioche, Nevada. This hefty bullion mould is 29” long, 5.5” wide, and 4.5” tall. The bottom is reverse embossed “HAMBURG M. CO.” This mould was likely used to produce lead or silver bullion. - Jacobitz Collection

"Southern Nevada Forwarding Company/ Goldfield, Nev./ Incorporated/ June 10th 1902." The company used steam trains to move freight by traction in the early days of the 20th century. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 9: 1) fold-up mine candle lantern. "The Stonebridge Folding Lantern" is embossed on the A-shaped lid, from New York City. Galvanized metal and brass construction, with glass panels, reputed to be liquid-tight for wet mines, and impervious to sudden mine winds. 2) A 2-pound can of miner`s lamp Calcium Carbide, from the Union Carbide & Carbon Corp. 3) "Proctor Lamp & Lighting Co. Ltd." mining lamp, type M.C. 40. Heavy bronze and chrome-plated construction, with heavy tempered glass lens around the fuel oil wick device. 8.5" x 3" dia. 4) Compact "Auto Lite" oil lamp with reflector, by the Universal Lamp Co. Of Chicago, IL. Reflector has igniter device built-in. 5) Two miniature oil cans 2.75" x 1.5" dia. 6) Spray Canister, all metal construction, 8" x 4" dia. at center joint. Unit has metal hanger with screw-tension swing frame. 7) All metal Miner`s spring candle holder, 17" x 5.5" high, placement spikes at top and end. 8 & 9) Miner`s canvas hat with metal bracket attached to cap front, to which a brass & metal reflector oil lamp clips on. - Maish Collection

Two page handwritten letter dated 29 Sept. 1864 from a miner named Duncan to his brother in San Francisco concerning gunpowder and supplies. - Jacobitz Collection

A unique long-spouted tin lamp with a screw top and bail handle. Made my Parker Tin and Hardware Co. in Austin. The company operated from about 1895-1910 and made underground teapot lamps, and possibly candle holders. Measures 4.5” wide at base, narrowing to 3” dia at the top. This lamp was found decades ago at New Pass, NV. According to historian Stan Paher, New Pass District, in the Shoshone mountain range ,was organized in 1864 shortly after gold was discovered. The five-stamp mill at Warm Springs (aka Petersen’s) was moved to Austin and milled 12,000 tons of ore before it closed. Although there was some activity about the turn of the century, by 1920 all had ceased [Ref: www.forgottennevada.org/sites/newpass.html]. From the M.D. Kast Collection.

"To Whom it may concern: This hand stamp was found by me, Jay "R" Thornton..at Eberhardt Nev. July 8, 1988 at what appeared to be the assay office beneath the remains of the Stanford Mill. The stamp reads S.M. Co. & was most likely used to stamp silver bars which were produced there. My considered opinion is that the stamp represents Stanford Milling Co. & is hereby declared an important relic of Nevada's early mining history." --from a signed statement accompanying this 4.5" stamp. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 6 bags, including: "Asarco Hard Lead Shot No. 7, American Smelting and Refining Co. Federated Metals Division;" "Tungsten Metals Corp, Ely, Nevada, with several small holes in front; "R.H.," from the Rocco Homestake Mine, which produced lead-silver of $395,000 from 1887-1905. Heavy woven burlap with several minor holes on front. "Austin Manhattan Consolidated Silver Mines, Austin, Nevada" Over 24" high, closed with rope passing through wooden handles, in very good condition; sample bag from "Delamar Gold Mining Company, Delamar, Nev.," c1890; well worn ore bag stitched with "Holly Eureka Nev." Tight weave burlap with several holes c1890. "The Bullfrog North Star Mining Company," not original, with attached tag "Bag Made by Ames Bag Machine Co., Cleveland, O." - Maish Collection

Metal sign of "CODE OF MINE SIGNALS" from the Eureka Corporation Limited. Lists the bell signals for such events as blasting, hoist working up, down, slow, cage release, station bells, etc. Enamel black on off-white. Sign measures 14" x 20". The sign has holes in each corner for mounting. Unique. - Jacobitz Collection

The “K K. CON. M. CO.” embossing in this mould refers to the K.K. Consolidated Mining Company that served the Eureka Mining District. This mould measures 29” long, 5” wide, and 4” deep. The KK CM Co was declared in 1873. This lot includes a small lead ingot, 2" long, 0.5" wide, and 0.5" tall. The top of the ingot is stamped "KK/MY/13". Weighs 4.46 troy ounces. - Jacobitz Collection

Three documents pertaining to the incorporation of the SUPERIOR GOLD HILL MINING COMPANY: 1) A 1 March 1863 document signed by the notary public, O.H. Platt. Platt’s name appears only in tax records from 1864, and no other information is readily available. 2) “CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION/ OF THE/ SUPERIOR GOLD HILL MINING COMPANY.” Dated 1 April 1863. The rear of the certificate, used as the envelope, is marked “CERTIFICATE/ OF/ NCORPORATION/ OF THE/ SUPERIOR/ COMPANY” and bears a 10 cent blue stamp. Also inscribed “PAID $6 FOR CLEMENS/ FILED IN THIS OFFICE FOR RECORD/ APRIL 6TH, 1863 & RECORDED/ IN VOL. I OF CERTIFICATES/ OF INCORPORATION FOLIOS 336-337.” And signed by ORION CLEMENS, brother of the famous Mark Twain, and SECRETARY [NEO. FERRTY]. 3) A certificate of record, signed by N. W. WINTON, clerk of the probate court, dated 12 April 1863. Also signed by William Martin Gillespie, Deputy. The names on the notary document and certificate of incorporation, the trustees, are: William Justice, Sol Lewis, W. H. Howard, Silas G. Lichtenberger, and F. A. Birge. - Jacobitz Collection

Issued for 25 shares at $100 per to an illegible signature and signed by Theo Meetz, president, and Schindler, secretary. The piece has some fold creasing, but is in generally good condition. Dated 1869. - Jacobitz Collection

Eleven men in mining gear standing outside. Someone has labeled some of the men with their names, in pen: “GUS , CHAS ESTELLA, JOHN M., NEMASIO FIBIOLI, SHIELDS”. Charles Estella, according to Ancestry.com, was a French miner. The side of the image is inscribed “At Ne-Plus-Ultra Mine in/ Hamilton, Nev about 1916./ Rocco Canyon. - Jacobitz Collection

1) Southern Nevada Banking Co. Bullfrog. 16 March 1906. This letter accompanied several stocks bought by Ernest Bamberger in Salt Lake City. 2) Another letter sent to Ernest Bamberger from Taylor & Griffiths Mines, Mining Stocks and Real Estate. Rhyolite. Dated 23 March 1906. The letter is regarding property. 3) Letter from H.D. & L.D. Porter of Rhyolite to the Weber Coal Co. inquiring about supplies of coal for the business. The letters have little wear.

The “METAMORAS M&S CO” embossing on this mould does not correspond with any known mining or smelting companies; however, adjusting the spelling suggests that this mould was created for the Matamoras Mining and Smelting Company of Ruby Hill, the famous ghost town. Just 2 miles outside of Ruby Hill was a mining shaft called the Metamoras, from which this company bullion likely received its name. The Matamoras M&S Co. was incorporated 19 October 1875. Ruby Hill was founded in the 1870s and then destroyed by storms in 1900. - Jacobitz Collection

This is a high grade ore sample pouch marked E.A. MARTIN & CO. ASSAY, "C" AND TAYLOR ST. VIRGINIA CITY, NEV. These were used to great effect by the mine owners to disguise the actual worth of ore samples transported to the assayer. These pouches were locked, with only the mine superintendent and assayer possessing keys. In many cases, the assayer was on the payroll of the mine and, since no one else ever saw the sample, he could assay the sample for any price he chose, or was instructed to choose. This piece is constructed of riveted leather, measuring 12" x 7" and in excellent condition.

If you look at the thumb lever of this stick, you can see the name C. WHITNEY inscribed on the side. It is very possible that this candlestick belonged to Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney, son of Gertrude Vanderbilt and Harry Payne Whitney. In 1919 H.P. was approached by 2 young mining inventors interested in expanding and developing the South end of the Comstock. Ray Hardy and Alex Wise saw the area to be a promising mining investment and they contacted H.P. to be investor in helping to acquire different mines in the area. “In 1920 the United Comstock Mines Co. was organized as a subsidiary of Harry Payne’s Metals Exploration Co.” Major players of the mining community like Roscoe Channing, became members of the board for this new company. Shortly after graduating from Yale in 1922, the young C.V. Whitney moved to Nevada and took up a job as an underground mining sampler for one of the mines. Although the idea seemed promising, the ore proved to be an issue. It was extremely sticky and required more labor then was anticipated, causing business costs to rise. In addition, silver dropped from $1 an ounce in 1920 to 67c in 1924. The parent company, Metals Exploration Co., decided to move operations to Canada. The new company was named the Hudson Bay Mining and Smelting Co. Limited. C.V. served as served as chairman of the board until 1964. The stick measures about 13.” Some wear, but overall in very good condition. RCS 14. Not in Wilson [REF: Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney, Encyclopedia Britannica Online, 2012], [Ref: The History Of The Comstock Lode, Grant Horace Smith and Joseph V. Tingley, 1994, pp 290-3]. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Extremely rare, late 1800s, 4.5" long, colorful. - Jacobitz Collection

This is the first known handheld underground lantern: four-sided, rectangular lamp with side door stands 13” tall, without bail (handle) and hook. Three curved bars protect the glass on each side. The original glass in this lantern has been replaced with modern glass, which does not show the typical bubbles, waves, and imperfections of period glass. The front of the lid is marked “John Gillig/ Virginia Nev./ Patd May 20 1879”. This lot includes an 8.5” by 11” photocopy of a photograph of “Gen. Grant and Party at the Mines in Virginia City, Nevada, Oct. 28, 1879”. The names of the party are also included along the bottom of the photograph: “Mr. J.A. Mackay/ Mrs. M.G. Gillette/ Mr. U.S. Grant, Jr./ Mrs. U.S. Grant/ Gen. U.S. Grant/ S. Yanda/ Mrs. J.G. Fair/ Gov. J.A. Kinkead/ Col. J.G. Fair”. Lot also includes candle (not original). Metal, rust and wear consistent with age. - Jacobitz Collection

This reciprocating spike candlestick is one of only 3 or 4 known. It is stamped PATENT APPLIED FOR but no patent appears to have been granted for this design, so the maker remains unknown. All the other similar models came from the Comstock, so it’s assumed that they were made by the same blacksmith. This piece is constructed of steel (spike and thimble and clasp) and brass (handle). It measures 6" closed and 7" when open. W 220, RCS 25. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Two miner`s candlesticks of Varney patent, make up this lot of 7 sticks, an oil can, and 2 pairs of fuse cutters. Sticks are of one-piece construction, with the obligatory thimble and hook. One has the inscription, COMSTOCK MINING COMPANY VIRGINIA CITY NEVADA, on the thimble. Sticks measure between 9.5" and 11.5", while the small oil can measures 3" tall. One pair of the fuse crimpers is made by DuPont, while the other pair has no name or maker`s mark. Pieces are in very nice condition. There is a bonus: a copy of "A Guide to Antique Miners` Candlesticks" by Wilson & Bobrink, 1984. - Jacobitz Collection

A photograph of cars and white tents in a valley. The front is marked, in white, “NE. JOHNSON/ PHOTO WAHMONIE/ NEV.” “Mining began on the east edge of the Jackass Flat before 1905, but the area remained quiet until the discovery of high-grade silver ore in February 1928. Over 200 miners and builders hastened to the district within three weeks’ time” [Ref: Nevada Ghost Towns and Mining Camps, Paher, p. 322]. Wahmonie is now a ghost town. - Jacobitz Collection

Manufactured by Henry Boker of New York and Mexico City, this unmarked plated candlestick is 11" long. Boker, from Remscheid, Germany, was a manufacturer of hardware, tools, cutlery and enameled holloware. Boker opened his New York branch in 1837 and his Mexico City branch in 1867. His advertising slogan "Well known throughout the world is the high standard of all articles bearing the name of Henry Boker." W 3, RCS 2, E. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This great compass predates the popular Brunton compasses, which were first created in the 1890s. In fact, this early compass dates much earlier: Folding wooden box compass, measures 3" x 3" x 1", with the compass itself 2.5" in diameter. The hinges are brass, and the working locking closure mechanism is nickel. The white compass face is marked with black lettering, 360 degrees around the dial, and does have some staining on the face. The functioning magnetic needle has what appears to be some rust on the surface. The box construction appears to be walnut, and is in good condition. Lewis E. And William Gurley (born in Troy NY in the 1820s) were noted producers of survey and civil engineering equipment up through the early 1900s.

This is a folding steel miner`s stick that measures 5" closed and 9" open. The piece is stamped, MANUF’D BY FIELDING & PERTERSON, PAT. AUG. 4, 1903 GRANTS PASS, ORE. A functional piece with folding spike and hook, cap crimper and fuse cutter. Nice piece, listed in Wilson, with good workmanship and a rating of rare. Wilson 257 RCS 66. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Assay balance scale by Henry Troemner of Philadelphia. Brass construction, complete with balance beam, bubble level base with thumb screw mounts, and folding sample trays. The hardwood base is not original. Since 1838, Henry Troemner, a German immigrant, was famous for producing precision balance instruments. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2: 1) CATALOGUE NO. 32 SUPPLIES: FOR PLUMBERS, GAS AND STEAM FITTERS, MACHINISTS, RAILROADS, MILLS, MINES, BOILER MAKERS, AND ENGINEERS by the Pittsburgh Supply Company. The book contains illustrations, descriptions, and ordering information for a variety of tools and supplies, from lamps and faucets to stable fittings and scales. Published in 1910 by R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company, Chicago, IL. 772 pp. This hardbound book, covered in blue cloth and embossed in black ink with the title, bears two stickers. A cover sticker, inscribed “From/ Standard Manufacturing Co./ 239 to 449 Water St., and 434 to 444 First Ave./ Pittsburgh, Pa. A spine sticker, inscribed “Standard MFG. Co.” The edges of the cover boards are worn, some pages bear small corner tears, and the pages are deeply yellowed with age. Measures 6.5” by 9” by 2.” 2) Large supply catalog titled THE KEYSTONE CATALOG (FORMERLY THE MINING CATALOG) (METAL AND QUARRY EDITION): A CONSOLIDATION OF CATALOGS PERTAINING TO THE METALLIC AND NON-METALLIC MINING, SAND, GRAVEL, QUARRYING, LIME, AND CEMENT INDUSTRIES TOGETHER WITH ENGINEERING DATA COVERING THE VARIOUS OPERATIONS PERTAINING THERETO written and published in 1926 by Keystone Consolidated Publishing Co, Inc. of Pittsburgh, PA. 896 pp. The catalog includes an alphabetical listing of firms catalogued, an index to engineering data, and an index of products. Illustrations include linocuts and photographs of tools and equipment. This large, hardbound catalog is covered in blue cloth and embossed in gold ink. The front cover is embossed with the title, date, and publisher, while the spine is embossed with the keystone shaped logo, year, and publisher. Cover board edges are worn, and the pages deeply yellowed with age. Measures 8.5” by 11.5” by 2.” - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 4, including three teapot lamps manufactured in Schuylkill County, PA. These small wick lamps with spouts resembling tiny teapots were invented in Scotland in about 1850. These lamps burned lard type oil and were dangerous with their open flame but saw use for many years. The small "pot" portion of the lamp (about 2 inches tall) held the fuel. A hinged cap sealed over the top and snapped it shut. A long spout of several inches contained the wick and extended up and out from one side of the pot. On the opposite side from the spout was a hook used to attach the lamp to the miner's leather or cloth cap. These little lamps found their way to the US when miners emigrating from the British Isles brought them with them. Also included is a glass chimney type miner's lamp. All pieces are in good condition with some dents from use and age. - Jacobitz Collection

Fancy figural blacksmith measures about 12” with steel and brass ornamentation. There is some wear present. The candlestick is decorated with two heart shape design cutouts on the hook handle. There is also a brass design on the thumb lever and side on the handle. Thimble has been decorated with several cutout designs. This candlestick is also a high grader’s stick with indented handle. Not listed in Wilson. RSC 84. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

The Salt Lake Hardware Company was founded in the early 1900s to provide wholesale hardware, tools, and equipment. This lot includes a handsome dark red, hard bound “EVERYTHING IN HARDWARE/ THE SALT LAKE/ HARDWARE CO./ WHOLESALE EXCLUSIVELY” catalog C: “EVERYTHING IN HARDWARE”. Indeed, this illustrated catalog presents in its 2624 pages great color plates of linoleum, cork, and carpet, black and white illustrations of ice cream makers, vises, toys, duck calls, guns and gun parts, and thousands of other items, including kitchen sinks! Excellent condition, deep embossing on the cover and spine, one page stuck to the rear cover board. In addition to this delightful book, this lot includes a 3.5” by 6.5” brass plaque inscribed “THE SALT LAKE/ HARDWARE CO/ SALT LAKE CITY/ UTAH” with a screw hole on either side for mounting. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Book has some wear on the cover, binding and pages. But overall in very good condition. Appears to be a book on German mining, some plates are similar to the ones shown in Mines & Miners Or Underground Life by Louis Laurent Simonin. More information and translation from German to English is needed. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 4. 1) LEHRBUCH DER GEOLOGIE UND MINERALOGIE, translates as Textbook of GEOLOGY AND MINERALOGY. Written by Prof. Paul Wanger Printed in 1913, Berlin and Leipzig. 2) MINERALOGIE UND GEOLOGIE, translates as MINERALOGY AND GEOLOGY. By Prof. Bastian Schmid. 1915. 3) & 4) are 1904 and 1905 copies of LEITFADEN DER MINERALOGIE UND GEOLOGIE, translates as GUIDE TO THE GEOLOGY AND MINERALOGY. Both by Prof. Bastian Schmid. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

The quintessential Mining, Geology and Metallurgy book, originally set down in Latin by Georgius Agricola in 1556. Agricola was a Renaissance German scholar, born March 24, 1495, and was considered the "Father of Mineralogy." This book was translated from that first edition by Herbert Clark Hoover (The US President) and Lou Henry Hoover (his wife). Published for the translators by "The Mining Magazine Salisbury House, London, E.C." This hard-bound book is large, with 640 heavy pages with untrimmed edges. The chapter headings have illuminated letters. Black-ink illustrations abound, with multiple diagrams and woodcut pictures of mining sites, mining operations, assay equipment and devices, bellows, water mills, forges, etc. The sheer depth and scope of this book's contents is difficult to describe. Excellent condition. Rare. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 2. Hard-cover German language historic Mining and Mineralogy books, 2 in series. These measure 11.25" x 8.25" x 1.5". Titled "Aus-der-Crde-Schok" with "1 Band" and "2 Band" on each respective spine. The book maked as "1 Band" is copyrighted in the US. Its mate has a German copyright. 420 pages, illustrated with photos, maps, black-ink drawings and full-color illustrations of gem stones, minerals, crystals, artifacts, etc. In excellent condition. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This book is responsible for the introduction of the “art” of mining to the world. Simonin had produced a book that made mining exciting. Before, mining books were typically dull and technical. Readers could now be transported to the underground, with bright and colorful plates that brought to life the detail of Simonin's words. The book also hit at a time when the world was hungry for knowledge of mining, due to the mass migration of people to the American West. It’s easy to see why this book was so popular, the fantastic illustrations and geological information pop out at the reader. Demand and popularity cause for several copies to be printed in Paris, London and New York City. The front cover shows an embossed safety lamp, and other miner’s tools. The prints are fantastically detailed and colorful, and have very little wear. First English Edition, by L. Simonin translated by H.W. Bristow. Illustrated with 160 engravings on wood, 20 maps geologically colored, and 10 plates of metals and materials. Printed in London by William Mackenzie 22 Paternoster Row. Some wear, the binding is slightly detached, but book remains together, although in some spots, the string is starting to wear. Cover has wear, including some tears and creases. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Hardcover book, plain cover. The binder is in very good condition, it holds the pages together firmly. Although it does have some wear from use including small tears and scratches. The prints are detailed and colorful, and have very little wear. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Another French first edition, printed in 1867, Paris. Written by Frenchmen Louis Laurent Simonin. The cover and binding have some wear, but overall in great condition. The prints are not as colorful as other copies, but they still provide great detail. Simonin was one of the great geologists of the time. His work and research on mining changed the world. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Printed in New York at D. Appleton & Co. Grand Street. Translated by H.W. Bristow. Book still has the original pages but the cover has been removed and fitted with a new cover. Parts of the original cover are still attached on the book, having been applied to the binding. Pages had little wear; the plates are still in great condition and provide a great look into mining during the 19th Century. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

From the City of Paris City College Chaptal. Printed in Paris, third edition. Very good condition with little wear. Geological and mining reference book. More information and translation is needed. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

"Illustrated List of Balances, etc." by L. Oertling, Turnmill Street, London E.C. 47 pages of Chemical, Bullion, Assay, Diamond, Specific Gravity, Inspector's balances, all illustrated with pricing in British pounds. The second half shows weight sets, standard measures of capacity, lengths, and saccharometers. Please note 1 page 34 has sections cut out, and page 36 is missing. This book is in excellent condition otherwise, hard-bound with the author's name in gold on the spine. Extremely rare.

Two very nice metallurgy books: 1) METALLURGY: THE ART OF EXTRACTING METALS FROM THEIR ORES by John Percy, 1880. Stamped throughout with “J. F. Evans” in purple ink. The front cover board also bears three “Hy. Woodcroft-Hammond/ Room 18/ Nevada Block/ San Francisco, Cal.” Stamps. The title page is also signed “Geo. W. Riter/ June 1900”. Woodcut illustrations and thorough explanations of gold and silver metallurgy. Brown, hard bound with gold embossing on spine. 2) THE MINING AND METALLURGY OF GOLD AND SILVER by J. Arthur Phillips, 1867. Blue hard bound with gold embossing on spine and cover. Celtic knot border pressed into the cover bindings. Illustrated treatise on the mining and metallurgy of gold and silver.

A small Wenham style Binocular Microscope, with fitted mahogany case and accessories, by R & J Beck. An exceptional brass binocular microscope with a rare extensive assortment of accessories, this is an early model Wenham binocular. The R & J Beck company was founded in 1865 by Robert and Joseph Beck after Smith retired from the Smith, Beck & Beck firm. Rarely are microscopes of this era ever found in such a pristine state of preservation. The microscope is signed on the main optical tube, “R & J Beck, 31 Cornhill, London, 6546”, the serial number dating the instrument to circa 1874. The microscope, standing 15.5” tall in its closed position, has rack and pinion coarse focus, and micrometer knob fine focus indicator knob to the rear of the stage. This microscope from one of England’s premier firms is an excellent innovative example from the early Wenham era. The accessories include: 3 original R & J Beck objectives (1.5, 0.75, and 0.25) and two sets of eye pieces for the binocular fitting, a wooden case of colored lens filters, a modern black 8mm lens case and lens, a zoophyte trough, and many other exciting implements. Perhaps two missing parts. Brass body. The mahogany case is in very good condition, with the original sickle-shaped latches and working key. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 2. Both printed in their respective foreign languages, hard-cover, illustrated. 1) from the Czech Republic by Karel Kopecky, titled MALY' BREHM. 263 pages, with detailed full-color illustrations of minerals, gem stones, crystal forms and geodes in the rear of the book. 2) German language book by Dr. Georg Gurich (Hamburg), titled DAS MINERALREICH or HAUSSCHATS DES WIFFENS. Richly illustrated, 754 pages. The illustrations are both black ink and color. Both books are intensely detailed and intricate. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

This collection of exceptionally rare journals is famous for being the world's first serial mining publication. Published in French between 1794-1815, the 28 volumes and 2 indices of this set cover worldwide mining, geology, and scientific explorations and issues. Among the contents of these fabulous journals, which inspired the western world's modern love for mining and minerals, you will find the first information on American mines or mining ever serially published. The discussions of American mining (which span at least 4 volumes) are especially interesting considering that there were not yet any major mines in America. Other topics include early methods of metallurgy, mineralogy, geology, and all related aspects of mining including machinery and techniques--all while these were in their infant stages of intellectual development. These journals also include some of the first geologic maps ever published, very early cross sections and plan views, and other illustrations. Only 6 volumes (1807-1809 period) are missing. These early French journals are a must-have collection, and inspired everything we hold fascinating and dear about contemporary mining and mineralogy.

Double-beam, brass pillar, mounted to a glass platform and glazed mahogany case with sliding front door and drawer, which sticks, that contains 3 weights, a small wooden tray, and a wooden box. The wooden box contains 8 gold weights, tweezers with bone tips, and a black tray of small metal tags with weight measurements and a crystal lid. The interior of the case contains a spirit level. The knobs on the case appear to be bone or ivory. The case is marked "BECKER'S SONS/ MADE IN HOLLAND". The name plate that was once affixed to the sliding lid of the case has been removed. Measures 18.5" x 17" x 9". - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

5" embossed with apothecary scale. Extremely fine condition, small chips on collar. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3 seltzers: 1) A beautiful, 11.5” tall by 4” wide bottle. Etched “Property of/ Nevada Packing/ Company/ Reno, Nevada” on front ribbon, etched “Made/ zecho-slovakia” maker’s mark on bottom. Top matches bottle, with “Nevada Packing Co.” engraving. Siphon tube intact. Cobalt glass, multiple small bubbles throughout body. Some interior staining at bottom. 2) An 11.5” tall by 4” wide bottle engraved “Humboldt/ Soda Works/ Winnemucca/ Nevada.” on front, with a matching “Humboldt Soda Wks.” engraved top. No maker’s mark on bottom. Clear glass, no chips or cracks, intact siphon tube, mineral deposit staining on interior. 3) An 11.5” tall by 4” wide bottle etched “H. Loose/ Lovelocks/ Nevada” within circular etched logo on front. Bottom etched “Made/ In/ Czecho-Slovakia” maker’s mark. Chrome top, detached from bottle, engraved “Valley Seltzer Co. 70”. Clear glass, siphon tube tip broken, very clean. - Jacobitz Collection

A lot of 32 diverse receipts, advertisement clippings, and post cards for drug stores, beer, and other companies from Nevada and California. Among these samples of early American advertising you will find a card printed with an infant advertising “Mail Pouch” tobacco, A postcard from the Mizpah Hotel in Tonopah, a prescription for ammonia bromide from Ruby Hill Drug Store, a rate increase notice from Mt. Rose Milk Co., receipts for A.M. Cole and F.J. Steinmetz, a receipt from Carson Brewing Company, and many other fascinating items from the early 1900s. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 6: 1) 11.5", with chrome top, by 4". Siphon tube cracked. “Carson Brewing Co.” silk screened within a blue, 3-ring border. Script “Carson City” and plain “Nevada” silk screened below logo. Clear glass, no chips. White powder and flakes in interior. The Carson Brewing Company was “certainly one of the first breweries in the State of Nevada, established in 1860 by John Wagner & Co. at about the same time the Pioneer Brewery was built in Carson City." Rare, may date from the late prohibition period. 2) 11.5", with top, missing its screw-on cap, by 4". “Silver State” engraved on the top, siphon tube intact. “Wieland/ Bottling Works/ Reno, Nev.” etched on front. Footed bottom etched with ornate winged-shield maker’s mark and “Made in Austria.” Clear glass, several small bubbles throughout, and heavy interior residue. Rare. 3) 11.5", with top, by 4". “T.S.W. CO.” engraved on the top, intact siphon tube. “Wieland Bottling Works/ Reno, Nev.” etched on the bottle’s front. Front center etched “H.C./ Heidtmann/ Phone 109.” No maker’s mark. Clear glass, very little wear, stained interior. Harry C. Heidtmann managed the Wieland Saloon for Otto Benschuetz during the 1910s. Rare. 4) 9" tall by 4" wide, holds 8 oz less than larger bottles. Top and siphon tube are missing. Etched front, “G.A.K.” in large block letters. Footed, no maker's mark. Gus Krenkle produced this small seltzer bottle for the Humboldt Soda Works. G.A.K. Hutchinson soda bottles are common, but this seltzer rare 5) Pair of post-prohibition Silver State seltzers. 11.5" tall, with tops, by 4" wide. One bottle missing screw-on cap. Both chrome tops read “Silver State” siphons are intact. Fronts silkscreened in green, “Silver/ State/ Reno” within an outline of Nevada. Also silkscreened “Net Contents Over 32 oz." No maker’s marks. Clear glass, little wear, little staining within the topless bottle, and heavy staining within its partner. This lot includes a green wooden "Humboldt Soda Works" crate. [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012].

Lot of 6. 1) Cobalt blue bottle from the Nevada Packing Company, logo is etched. Top is also from the NPC. 1907-1910. The cobalt blue seltzer is extremely rare. They might have been Christmas gifts to clients. 2) Wieland Bottling Works H.C. Heidtmann Phone 109, etched. Clear glass with some wear. Top has no label. These seltzers were common during 1910. 3) Shasta Water, property of Shasta Water Co. San Francisco. Label is embossed. Top matches the bottle. 4), 5) and 6) are unknown and have no marking from any kind of companies. They are clear glass and have some minor wear. Two of the bottles have tops and measure 12” the other has no top and measures 10.” There is some wear, and one has a broken siphon tube. All these bottles are from the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery Collection and come in the original green Humboldt Soda Works wooden box [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012, pp 104, 149].

Five examples of this 5.75" square bottle are known, this one has cork included. Because the Toiyabe Medicine Co. Was located in Austin, and the 5 were dug in the vicinity of Austin, it`s assumed the remedy was sold there. Small resin chip in the lip repair about .25" x .25". - Jacobitz Collection

Hutchinson style bottle with no stopper, tooled top, Lemaire Nevada Variety. The bottle has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is light aqua in color. There is a no maker's mark on the base. These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. A.D. Lemaire, a Frenchman, opened his saloon business in Battle Mountain in 1876. In 1890 he opened his Soda business and continued until 1913, when it was known as Lemaire & Sons. Lemaire became know as one of the pioneers of Battle Mountain business. Mint condition.

One Pint Milk Bottle, from the "SAN LUIS DAIRY" in Carlin. Excellent condition, with the cast stamp on the front slightly askew. Clear glass. The San Luis Dairy is thought to be Basque in heritage, hence the Spanish "San Luis" name. There is no discernible record of this dairy name in Carlin. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 4 drug bottles from this Carson City druggist. 1) This is an oval 7" sample in clear glass. No visible damage. 2) A shorter 4.5" version of the previously listed oval, with a small chip on the lip. 3) Square style clear 5.5" with a very small rough spot on the lip. 4) Small 4" square, clear. All bottles are embossed B.F. FOSTER CARSON CITY, NEV. Benjamin Franklin Foster opened his first drug store 1874 at 131 Carson Street. In 1878, he moved to 13 So. Carson Street. He remained there until 1881, when he sold the business to Virginia City druggist A. Lernhart and retired to San Bernardino [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass Vol. II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

A 2" tall glass. "Charles L. Kitzmeyer bought J.M. Johnson's Nevada Drug Store opposite the Capitol building at 102 N. Carson Street in 1903…a clear embossed shot or dose glass about 1915. Dose glasses from Nevada are very rare, with less than 10 known examples" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Measures 11.5", with top, by 4". Etched glass reads CARSON BREWING CO. CARSON CITY, NEV. This frosted glass logo is one of the oldest from this particular brewery. A second rare clear seltzer is known from this soda water producing period. It has blue silk screened letters and may date from the late Prohibition period [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012].

Lot of 3: 1) Slug reads ONE QUART SANITARY MILK ROUTE PHONE 334J CARSON CITY, NEV. On this clear glass quart. This piece is rated R (Rare, less than five specimens known) and in very nice condition. 2) Slug reads, ONE QUART FOLSOM DAIRY MILK ROUTE PHONE 37J CARSON CITY on this one quart, clear. This bottle is rated R (Rare, less than five specimens known). 3) Slug reads ONE QUART FOLSOM DAIRY MILK ROUTE PHONE 775 CARSON CITY, NEV. on this clear glass dairy bottle. Piece is rated X (Extremely rare, with one or two specimens known) [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. All in very good condition. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 11. Eight various clear embossed bottles from "F. J. STEINMETZ DRUGGIST," circa 1894. The bottles vary in rectangular size, from 3 1/2"Hx 1 3/8"Wx 3/4"D to 8 1/2"Hx 3 1/8"Wx 1 3/4"D, with the other 6 between. The smallest bottle has a purple cast. Another small bottle has an opalescent cast. Several of the bottles indicate "Opposite the Post Office" along with "Carson City Nevada" among their labeling. Steinmetz was among the first Nevada Pharmacist to receive from the State Pharmacy Board May 23, 1901. (3) clear embossed bottles are from "J.M. Johnson Pharmacist." The sizes are similar, approx. 5.5" x 2" x 1 1/8", and slightly smaller units. The "J.M. Johnson" lettering is script, and the "Pharmacist" and "Carson, Nev" lettering is block style. All these bottles are rounded corner rectangles. Most do not have no base embossing, but 1 Steinmetz bottle indicates "W.T. CO Pat PND 1894" on its base. - Jacobitz Collection

In 1858, at the age of 1, Walter H. Chedic's family moved to Carson Valley where his father owned a food and general merchandise store. Once on his own, Walter chose the drug store trade in addition to a general merchandise business. He kept borrowing money and the drug store never did well. Finally, his business collapsed, laden in debt. After taking a few years to recover, he continued the family business with a general store. Lot of 5 oval clear pieces with slugs written in block letters that read, W. H. CHEDIC DRUGGIST CARSON CITY, NEV.: 1) 8", bottom embossed, PAT'D. MAY 15 88. D. F. & D. Cork in top, no chips or cracks; 2) 6.25", small chip on lip, scratch in glass right side and small scratch above slug plate. Embossed "8" over slug, "sick" swirl pattern staining; 3) 6" bottle, "6" embossed over slug plate, bottom embossed M PAT'D MAY 15 88 D. F. & CO., three small bubbles on front, side and back, no chips or cracks; 4) 4", milky white "sick" glass, no chips or cracks; 5) 3.5", bottom embossed, M PAT. MAY 15, 88 D. F. & CO., one large bubble on side, tiny ones near top front and on neck. - Jacobitz Collection

5.25" "By January 1881, Bain was the proprietor of the North End Drug Store, located opposite the V & T Railroad passenger depot. He rarely advertised in local newspapers, only three ads were found in local papers for his store, the first appearing in 1881 and the last in 1886…This rare, clear drug bottle has only one plain pattern in at least four different sizes..It is extremely rare in mint condition. There are perhaps only 10 Bain bottles known today. None have sold at auction, resulting in an uncertainty in pricing." [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol. II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

"This aqua patent medicine style bottle has one embossed pattern and size. In December, 1898, Benton advertised his liniment locally: 'Benton's Liniment, used in Carson for over 25 years. It really is intended for horses but works with the same magical effect on humans...for rheumatism is the strongest (remedy) in the world.' There are fewer than ten Benton bottles known" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. 6.5" tall. There is a small resin repair of a small hole on the bottom. - Jacobitz Collection

Fred Phelps, a chemist at the Carson City Mint, was laid off and opened an apothecary store. These are two scarce bottles: 1) A 3.5" tall oval; 2) 5" tall, with monogram. "Phelps has two different clear drug bottles. Most have the Phelps "FHP" monogram at the left of the embossed panel. The oval bottles do not have the monogram. All are scarce because of his short time in business. There are less than 20 known, though the oval is the rarest of the two. Several have been found in and around Tuscarora" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol. II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2 one pint dairy bottles, one reads THE FOLSOM DAIRY ROUTE CARSON CITY PHONE 37J, the other the SANITARY DAIRY CARSON CITY. Both are in very good condition with no chips or scratches. One has an unmatched paper cap. These are rated "S" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Measures 8.25” Aqua color, very clear, clean glass. Glass is embossed with “G.C. Thaxter Druggist Carson” and with the image of a mortar and pestle. There is very little wear on the bottle. Thaxter entered into the business in 1868 while still living in Maine; his home state. During the next 2 years, Thaxter began a move out west, first in Iowa, then ultimately settling in Nevada. He spent 8 years working in the lumber business before buying a drug store in Carson City in 1878. Not only was he a popular and successful druggist, but he was also an active member of society [Ref: Drug Store Bottles of Nevada Vol III, Fred Holabird, p. 175]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4 including: 1) One late-prohibition era seltzer bottle, measures about 11.5 inches tall, with chrome top, by approximately 4 inches wide. Siphon tube intact. “Carson Brewing Co.” silk screened within a blue, 3-ring border. Script “Carson City” and plain “Nevada” silk screened below logo. Bottom bears no maker’s mark. Clear glass, no chips, little interior staining. This seltzer is considered rare, and may date from the late prohibition period. 2) One short beer can, measuring about 5.5" with cap by 2.5". The original label on the can is printed in blue, red, and gold “Since 1862/ Tahoe/ Beer/ Famous As The Lake/ Carson Brewing Company.” An additional panel of the label, on the side, is inscribed “This is the/ ‘Cap Sealed’/ Beer Can/ It brings TAHOE BEER/ to you with its fine flavor/ unimpaired—light cannot/ penetrate it. It visits no/ home but yours. It cools/ quickly and takes up little/ space. Open it like a bottle./ Drink from it if you wish./ When empty throw away./ No empties to return. No/ ‘extras’ or deposits./ Internal Revenue Tax Paid/ Permit Nev. U-1110/ Net Contents/ 12 Fluid Ounces/ Brewed and Packed by/ Carson Brewing/ Company/ Carson City, Nevada/ C. C. co. 32-I-A PAT. APPL’D FOR” in red lettering. The bottom bears no markings. The matching cap is printed “Famous/ Tahoe/ Beer/ As The Lake” and the top and bottom of the can are a rich copper color. This cone top beer can dates circa 1920-1948. 3) One tooled, crown top bottle measuring 11.5" by about 3". Original paper label is printed “Carson/ Natural Mineral Water/ Fine for the Table/ Delicious & Refreshing.” The bottom bears no maker’s mark. Amber glass, one small bubble. 4) One tooled, crown topped bottle measuring 11.5" by 3". Original paper label is printed “Tahoe/ Famous as the lake/ Pure Sparkling/ Ginger Ale” and the bottom bears no maker’s mark. The Carson Brewing Company was “certainly one of the first breweries in the State of Nevada, established in 1860 by John Wagner & Co. at about the same time the Pioneer Brewery was built in Carson City” and began bottling sodas in 1915 [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 319]. These bottles with original labels are exciting additions to any enthusiast’s collection. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4 and measure 5.15”, 4.90”, 4.25” and 3.” All bottles are embossed and read O.P. Willis Apothecary Carson City, NEV,” they also are clear glass and clean. All except for the 3” have the embossed logo. Very little wear, some have a very minor chips and some stains. - Jacobitz Collection

18 clear glass pieces from Thaxter's Drug Store in Carson City, Nev. George C. Thaxter had a drug store in Carson City for about 20 years. Thaxter bought out O. P. Willis' store on the northeast corner of Carson & King streets in 1878. His store was part of a long chain of ownership of the same business that lasted nearly 100 years. Lot includes four ovals, five rounds and one square-shaped with mortar-pestal logo, with slugs that read, G. C. THAXTER DRUGGIST CARSON: 1) 6.5", bottom embossed W. T. & CO. X, two tiny air bubbles on back, one on neck, no chips or cracks; 2) 5.75", bottom embossed W. T. & CO. Z, vent holes at shoulders, flaw inside lip, two tiny air bubbles on back, no chips or cracks; 3) 5", bottom embossed W. T. & Co. M, small chip on lip, air bubbles; 4) 4.25", bottom embossed W. T. & CO. S, flaws in mold process on left bottom and slug plate, seed bubbles on back and neck, no chips or cracks. Five rounds all have bottom embossed "W. T. & CO. PAT JAN 22 78, with a letter: 1) 5.5", sun purple, air bubbles, slight chip on lip intact, "D" on bottom; 2) 5", tiny air bubbles, cork inside, bottom letter unreadable; 3) 4.5", patina, "B" on bottom, what appear to be small open air bubbles or divots on neck; 4) 4", two chips on lip, "C" on bottom, 3 air bubbles; 5) 3.5", iridescence, large air bubble on back, small on slug plate, "G" on bottom, slight chip on lip. Square bottle is 4" tall, patina and embossed "W. T. & CO. I" on bottom, irregular shaped lip with inside chip. Three ovals, the oldest type, from 1878-, with old monogram flint on slug plates embossed GEO. C. THAXTER APOTHECARY CARSON CITY NEV: 1) 6", two chips on lip (one large), rough spot on base edge, small scratch to left of slug, opalized, "7" on bottom; 2) 5", large chip on slug plate base, chip and rough edges on lip, "10" on bottom; 3) 4.25", small chip on lip and flaw, "6" on bottom. There is one 4.5" square bottle with monogram "T", slug reads THE THAXTER DRUG STORE OPP. CAPITOL. CARSON, NEV, two bubbles on neck, one on right side, bottom reads "S-F C CO 122", tiny ding on neck, tiny open bubble on back. Last four bottles embossed in block letters: 1) 6.5", slug reads THAXTER'S DRUG STORE COR. CARSON & KING STS. CARSON CITY, NEVADA, sun purple, chip on lip, small scratch on back, two air bubbles; 2) 5.25", slug reads THAXTER'S DRUG STORE COR. CARSON & KING STS. CARSON CITY, NEVADA, no chips or cracks; 3) 4", slug reads GEO. C. THAXTER DRUGGIST CARSON CITY, NEV., large air bubble on right side, chip on lip, intact; 4) 3.5", slug reads GEO. C. THAXTER APOTHECARY CARSON CITY, NEV, bottom embossed, "W T & CO E", sick, slight lip chip. - Jacobitz Collection

5 1/8" excellent condition, oval. Embossed mortor and pestle, pharmacist. Embossed Whitall-Tatum mark on bottom. "With the discovery of gold in DeLamar in 1892, and the purchase of the principal mining claims by Captain John DeLamar in 1893, Shier moved his drug store from the quickly failing mining camp of Helene to the new Delamar camp about 1894. His DeLamar drug store, named the "Prescription Drug Store" was the central drug store located on upper Main Street…Though Delamar was booming, Shier was barely able to survive" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol. II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. Shier moved his business to Caliente in 1903. - Jacobitz Collection

Measures 3.5.” Clear and clean glass. There are some very minor stains, but overall little wear. Embossed bottle reads “John Shier Pharmacist. Delamar, Nevada.” There is also an image of a mortar and pestle on the bottle. The mining town of Delamar sprung up in the late 19th Century, causing a rush of miners and gold seekers, the boom lasted until the 1920s. - Jacobitz Collection

Beautiful one quart dairy bottle. “One Quart” is embossed above the slug plate, on which is embossed “Glaser Model Dairy/ Pure/ Milk/ And/ Cream/ Elburz, Nevada”. The bottom bears no maker’s mark. The yellow hue of this clear glass bottle indicates that it was likely produced circa 1910 when the use of manganese in glass production reduced. Several small bubbles, small chip on foot. Bottles like this are considered “the essence of Nevada collecting” since Elburz is a known ghost town [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266]. This is one of the finest Elburz bottles known. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2. The slug plates for both read “Glaser Model Dairy Elburz Nevada Pure Milk and Cream.” 1) Half pint with very little wear. 2) One pint with some minor wear. These bottles are common with more than 10-15 known. It should be noted that a “common” rating in some other western states would indicate a rarity of perhaps 25 or more known [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 2. 1) Half pint, some wear including minor stains. 2) One quart some wear including minor stains. Both slug plates read “Glaser Model Dairy Elburz Nevada. Pure Milk and Cream.” - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 2 choice dairy bottles including 1) One quart dairy bottle. “One Quart” embossed over the slug, which is embossed “The Elgin Dairy/ Phone/ 486/ Elko, Nev.” Bottom bears no maker’s mark. Light purple hue to glass indicates presence of manganese during production, dating this bottle to before 1910. Two small bubbles, expected wear along mouth. This bottle is considered rare, with fewer than 5 known specimens. 2) One quart dairy bottle. “One Quart” embossed over the slug, which is also embossed “Mason Dairy Products/ Company.” Clear glass with a yellow cast, small chips in foot and mouth, two small blisters throughout body. This bottle is dated c. 1914 and is considered scare, with perhaps 5-10 other specimens known [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266-7]. - Jacobitz Collection

Hutchinson style bottle with gravity stopper, Elko Nevada Variety, with tooled top and artistic seam. The bottle has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is very light aqua in color. There is no maker's mark on the base. These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. James Talbot decided to start a small soda business in Elko in 1869. He continued until his retirement in 1891. He sold his business to one James Dewar, a Scotsman, and he began his soda business in 1892. His business was known as Elko Soda Works, and continued until 1899. Mint condition.

Lot of 4 including: 1) Etched half pint clear from the Elgin Dairy. Some bubbles in glass, but over all good condition. 2) Slug plate reads, ONE QUART THE ELGIN DAIRY PHONE 486 ELKO, NEV. on this clear glass sample. Rated an R, (Rare, less than five examples known). This bottle is a sun wash violet and in very good condition. 3) Slug reads, ONE PINT SANITARY MILK DEPOT on this one pint clear (sun washed violet). In very nice condition. 4) Half pint clear (sun washed violet) embossed SANITARY MILK DEPOT in very good condition [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

A 2” dose glass. Slug embossed “In Business/ Elko Drug Co./ For Your Health”. The rear of the glass is embossed “Table/ Dessert/ Tea” to the right of three etched lines. The bottom is embossed “W.T. Co./ AL/ U.S.A.” Clear glass, pristine. The Elko Drug Company succeeded the Elko Drug Store and, as a company, was the longest continuously running drug store in Nevada’s history. F.J. Schneider opened the first drug store in Virginia City, and was also the first druggist in Elko [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 2, Fred Holabird, p. 67]. He only ran the Elko Drug Store for two years, and then Frank Muller took over in 1876 before he sold to Frank F. Miller [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 2, Fred Holabird, p. 67]. This dose glass is one of only two known specimens. - Jacobitz Collection

4.5" tall, clear. "Only one embossed pattern is known of the F.F. Muller drug bottle. All of the bottles are of the typical Penn-oval shape from the circa 1878-1880s period. They are all clear and come in various sizes. There are probably less than 20 bottles known. This is an important bottle because of the distinction of being from the longest continually operating drug store in Nevada history" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass Vol II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Hutchinson style bottle with gravity stopper, Elko Nevada Variety. The slug has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is light aqua in color. There is a maker's mark on the side of the base, which reads "I.C. CO. 66." These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. James Dewar, a Scotsman, began his soda business in 1892. His business was known as Elko Soda Works, and continued until 1899, when he sold it to a fellow Scotsman named John McFarlane. Mint condition.

Hutchinson style bottle with gravity stopper, Elko Nevada Variety. The slug has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is clear in color. There is no maker's mark on the side or the base. These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. James Dewar, a Scotsman, began his soda business in 1892. His business was known as Elko Soda Works, and continued until 1899, when he sold it to a fellow Scotsman named John McFarlane. Mint condition.

Lot of 4. Slugs on all read, MASON PRODUCTS COMPANY. The lot includes two clear glass half pints and two one quart samples. All are rated S (Scarce, perhaps five to ten known). All are in very good condition and could use a washing. One of the quarts has a cardboard stopper that reads, WASH AND RETURN GRADE A RAW MILK BOTTLES DAILY [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Only 4 of these rare aqua patent medicine bottles are currently accounted for. The bottle is embossed on its 2 narrow sides with "TWIABA" and "WARRANTED." This bottle has an applied top, and no maker's mark on the base. This bottle was marketed by J.H. Lukens, Eureka Nevada, sold regionally as a patent medicine. The "Twiaba" formula was a product touted as a hair restorative. This tonic was developed by Joseph F. Boardman in 1871, and received a patent under the name "XTwiabaX" described as "Nevada Natural Hair Restorative of White Sage" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2 including: 1) Slug plate reads, ELY DAIRY CO. WASH AND RETURN ELY, NEVADA on this one pint, clear glass sample. Bottle is extremely rare, rated X, with only one or two samples known, and in excellent condition with no damage evident. 2) Slug reads, WHITE PINE DAIRY COMPANY on this half pint sample. Glass is turning sun washed violet. This sample is in extremely good condition and rated R, (Rare, less than five specimens known) [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of five: 3 Lewis Drug bottles. There is only one embossed pattern of the Lewis Drug bottle which is presently only known in three sizes. There are perhaps twenty known to Nevada collectors. 2 Clark Drug bottles. Probably less than 20 known, estimates Holabird. - Jacobitz Collection

Pre-prohibition seltzer bottle. Measures 11" tall, with top, by 4" wide. This smaller seltzer bottle holds 8 oz less than larger seltzer bottles. The front is etched with the company logo and location, and the bottom bears the maker’s mark, “Made in Germany.” The top is stamped “DOC. FELDMAN BKLYN 57” and is likely not the original top. The light purple coloration of this bottle indicates the presence of manganese in the glass—a production method that ceased circa 1915. Also included is a framed, photographic copy of the store front. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3, embossed “F.J. Schneider Druggist Eureka, NEV”. 1) Measures 8.25,” this is an extremely rare size. Clear and clear glass. No chips. 2) Measures 4.75,” Clear and somewhat clean glass. Minor chips. 3) Measures 4.25”, clear glass with some stains and wear. No chips. Frank J. Schneider was a pioneer Nevada druggist. He spent most of his life traveling to at least 8 different mining camps throughout California and Nevada before settling down in Eureka for the rest of his life. His detailed drug store records shield a light on mining camp medicine. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2: both have embossing that read “W.H. Stowell Druggist & Assayer No. 3 Main St. Eureka , NEV.” 1) Measures 6.5” and has a repaired top. The bottom of the bottle has a purple tint, and somewhat clean glass. There are some chips on the top and bottom. 2) Measures 5”, clear and clean glass. There are a couple small chips on the bottom. These are the only two bottles known in America that have this embossing. W.H. Stowell appears on the 1880 census as a 31 year old druggist and assayer from New York, married with two young children. After his death, his children took over the business and eventually moved the operation to Spokane, Washington [Ref: Nevada State Historic Preservation Office, http://nvshpo.org/, 2012], [Ref: Spokane Daily Chronicle, January 25, 1966, p. 22]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4 from various locales. 1) Etched half pint, clear glass bottle from Gendron Ranch Dairy, Austin, Nevada. One of the early settlers in the state, Francis Gendron was born in Canada in 1848, spent over 60 years in Nevada as a miner and rancher, before passing away in 1935. The bottle is in excellent condition. 2) Slug reads ONE QUART THE BONNIE DAIRY JERSEY HERD MILK FALLON, NEVADA. This piece is rated S (Scarce, perhaps five to ten known) [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol, I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. 3) Slug reads, ONE QUART RIVERSIDE DAIRY CO. REGISTERED on this quart size clear glass bottle. Assumed to be from a Southern California concern, this bottle is in excellent condition [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of two including: 1) 11.5" tall, with top, x 4" wide. Front etching reads “N.D.B. Co. Fallon, Nev.” within an etched circle. Hemispherical etchings above and below “Fallon.” Clear glass, numerous bubbles throughout, and some staining. Siphon tube intact. “SHASTA WATER” embossed on top. Faint maker’s mark on bottom reads “Manhattan Botts. MFG Co. Made in Austria.” Nevada Brewers & Distilling, according to the Polk directory, dates circa 1913. 2) 12" tall, including top, x 4" wide. Footed bottle with etched maker’s mark bearing the inscriptions “Registered Trademark” and “Made in Austria” above and below a crown logo. The top is unmarked, and the siphon tube tip is broken. Within the same circular and hemispherical front etchings as the first bottle in this lot, “H Loose Lovelocks Nevada” is etched. Clear glass with mineral deposit staining inside bottle. Dates circa 1910. Both bottles in this lot are considered extremely rare, with only one or two specimens known [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 5. This lot is composed of 3 bottles from "J. JONES JR GOLD HILL NEV" and "A.B. STEWART & CO DRUGGIST GOLD HILL NEV." The clear bottles are of various comparable sizes, approx. 5.75", all square with angled corners. One A.B. Stewart bottle is rectangular with round sides, and has a purple cast. All are embossed, with the Druggist's respective design filigree, the Ribbon pattern for Jones Jr. And the A-B-S overlay script design for Stewart. The Jones drug store started in Gold Hill about 1864, and became a cornerstone of the community. Stewart was one of the first to franchise, opening 3 stores in Gold Hill 1877, Virginia City that same year. The Silver City store had been opened in 1862 by Charles Boisot, whom Stewart partnered with in 1876, becoming sole proprietor in 1877. - Jacobitz Collection

The Goldfield Bottling Company sold sodas and seltzers to saloons and stores on a wholesale basis, and provided retail items for the public [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, p. 80]. GB Co operated from 1904 to about 1914 [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, p. 79]. Goldfield bottles are highly collectible for their roots in the early days of Goldfield’s history, and this seltzer is extremely rare. An 11.5” tall by 4” wide bottle etched “G.B. Co.” on the front and with no maker’s mark on the footed base. The chrome top is engraved Wm. Friedman’s Phila. 62”. Siphon tube intact. Clear glass, 4 small dings and one crack in the foot. One star in shoulder, and two bubbles in body. - Jacobitz Collection

Footed base, etched label which indicates "DANIEL J. TIMONY GOLDFIELD NEV." Top stopper reads "MURRAY'S HOME DELIVERY." No maker's mark on bottom. 12" tall, including Siphon head. Some small chips in base. Overall in excellent condition, rare. - Jacobitz Collection

11" tall x 4" wide with footed base (two chips are evident), siphon tube and brushed metal top. A very rare, perhaps unique piece from a very unique locale. - Jacobitz Collection

One Quart Milk bottle, "KIMBERLY DAIRY" from the town of Kimberly. Clear glass, very good to excellent condition. The town Kimberly was originally founded in 1903 on copper mining. It was about five miles from present-day Ely. By the 1920s it had a population of 500, many businesses, a post office and a school district. Kennecott Copper bought the town in the 1950s for their open-pit operation, which eventually closed. - Ferraro Collection

Measures about 12 with top.” Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Las Vegas, Nevada etched. Top is also from Las Vegas Coca-Cola. Predates the Hoover Dam. By the 1910s and 20s, Nevada had found business in soda works. Many companies moved to Nevada including Coca-Cola. The soda proved to be a big hit with Nevada residents on hot summer days, and later workers at the Hoover Dam enjoyed the cold soda on their breaks [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012, pp 46, 64-5]. - Jacobitz Collection

“Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Las Vegas. Nevada Contents One Quart” is silk screened in red ink beneath a vignette of Hoover Dam. Bottom bears no maker’s mark. Measures 12 inches tall, including top, by approximately 4 inches wide. The top of the bottle is stamped, “A. EBERT BKLYN. N.Y 48” and the glass siphon tube is broken at the tip. Clear glass, little outside wear, some staining. Boulder Products used the start of the Hoover Dam construction project in 1933 as an occasion to promote their popular Coca-Cola drink, and “may have been the single largest contract for the consumption of Coca-Cola in the company’s history” [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 46]. - Jacobitz Collection

“Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Las Vegas. Nevada Contents One Quart” is silk screened in red ink beneath a vignette of Hoover Dam. Bottom bears embossed maker’s mark: 18 [oval and diamond symbol with I in the center] 5. Measures 12 inches tall, including top, by approximately 4 inches wide. The top of the bottle is stamped, “BRISTOL B. CO. B’KLYN 51” and the glass siphon tube is intact. Clear glass with very little wear or staining. Boulder Products used the start of the Hoover Dam construction project in 1933 as an occasion to promote their popular Coca-Cola drink, and “may have been the single largest contract for the consumption of Coca-Cola in the company’s history” [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 46]. - Jacobitz Collection

“Coca-Cola Bottling Co.” is etched inside a decorative etched border, with “Las Vegas, Nevada” etched below. Measures about 12" tall, including top, x 4" wide. Top is stamped “C. C. Las Vegas” and the siphon tube is shattered within the bottle. Bottom bears no maker’s mark. Clear glass, several small bubbles throughout, and heavily stained on inner and outer bottom. Predates the Hoover Dam. By the 1910s and ‘20s, Nevada had found business in soda works. Many companies, including Coca-Cola, moved to Nevada. The soda proved to be a big hit with Nevada residents and, later, Hoover Dam workers who enjoyed its distinct flavor and chill on hot summer days [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, pp. 46, 64-5]. Etched seltzer bottles such as this, especially those from Las Vegas, are among the rarest and most valuable. From the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery. - Jacobitz Collection

2.5" tall. "There are probably less than ten of these small clear decanters known today" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, p. 192]. These small decanters were generally used on railroad dining and saloon cars. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2. 1) One quart from the Purity Dairy. Bottle still has original paper top that reads “pasteurized milk.” Some wear. This is a scarce bottle, perhaps only 5 to 10 known. 2) One quart from the Lovelock Creamery. Little wear. Very rare, only 1 or 2 known. [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Slug reads, ONE PINT MANHATTAN QUALITY GUARANTEED DAIRY on this one pint, clear glass bottle. Rated X for extremely rare, with only one or two specimens known, this piece is in excellent condition and would be a great addition to your collection [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

One quart, slug plate reads “This bottle property of and filled by McGill Dairy Co. McGill, Nevada. According to Holabird, this bottle is extremely rare and there might be only 1 or 2 others known [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

One Quart milk bottle from Mountain Lakes, NV. Clear glass, very little wear with only some staining. The numbers 7 and 9 are embossed on the mouth. According to Holabird, “The name Mountain Lakes is not found in traditional references of Nevada. It may refer to the series of lakes at the south end of the Ruby Mountains in Elko county…There were a number of ranches in this area historically, but the existence of any dairies is unknown” [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 268]. This bottle is an excellent example of one of "the most popular to collectors because of the "ghost town" theme or association" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266]. The bottle is considered scarce, with only five to ten known. - Ferraro Collection

These cobalt seltzers are gorgeous: light cobalt, deep blue, and a rare cornflower color. Each is 12” tall, with matching tops, and etched “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” on front. Bottoms marked “MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA”. No chips or cracks. Intact siphon tubes. The light and deep colored bottles still contain liquid.

These cobalt seltzers are gorgeous: light cobalt, deep blue, and a rare cornflower color. Each is 12” tall, with matching chrome tops, and etched “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” on front. Bottoms marked “MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA”. No chips or cracks. The two darker bottles still contain liquid, and their siphon tubes are broken. The very top of the deep blue seltzer’s metal top is missing.

Lot of 8: 1&2) Quart clear glass bottles reading ONE QUART CRESCENT on front. 3&4) Two quarter pint clear bottles. 5) A one half pint clear glass. 6,7&8) Two half pint and one pint ribbed designed bottles reading CRESCENT REGISTERED on the slug plates. All bottles in very nice condition, rated C (Common, with more than 10 or 15 known) [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

In 1858, at three years of age, Herman J. Thyes moved from his New Jersey birthplace to the West with his parents for the California Gold Rush [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, p. 249]. In January of 1880, Thyes advertised that he was gathering supplies to open a new saloon in Reno, which he opened on the west side of Virginia Street with his business partner C.C. Chase. By 1888, Thyes was senior partner and had taken on a junior partner, Mr. Chamberlain, and together they renamed the saloon “the Crystal Saloon.” In 1891 Thyes bought out Chamberlain’s share in the business and thus became the sole proprietor. He later retired in 1916. This bottle is extremely rare, with perhaps only two others known. This seltzer stands 11.5” tall, with unmarked top, on a 4”wide footed base. Clear glass, small dings in shoulder, broken siphon tube tip, no other chips or cracks.

Lot of 4: 1) A bottle embossed “One Pint” above the embossed slug plate: “Crescent.” No maker’s mark on bottom. Clear glass, excellent condition. This bottle is considered common. 2) A 1/4 pint bottle with a ribbed neck and “1/4 Pint” embossed on the front above the “ Reno/ Model/ Dairy Inc” embossed slug. “M” embossed maker’s mark on bottom. This bottle is considered rare. 3) One bottle, embossed "One Quart/ Liquid" over the embossed "Nevada/ Creamery" slug plate. "S" embossed maker's mark on bottom. Clear glass, excellent condition. This bottle is considered extremely rare, with only 1 or 2 known specimens [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 270]. 4) One bottle, embossed "One Quart/ Liquid" over the embossed "Nevada/ Creamery" slug plate. "N" embossed maker's mark on bottom. Raised spotted pattern around neck. Clear glass, some interior staining. This bottle is considered extremely rare, with only 1 or 2 known specimens [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 270]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4 drugstore bottles and 1 medical specimen bottle, including: 1) Three Hilp’s bottles: A 5” square drugstore bottle, faintly embossed “MM R” on bottom. Tooled top. Clear glass, 2 small bubbles, very clean with faint interior staining. A 4.5” square bottle, tooled top, and faintly embossed “W/ USA” on bottom. Clear glass, faint purple hue, crease in mouth, quite clean with only interior staining. And, a 4” square, tooled top bottle embossed “MBR” on bottom. Clear glass, 2 small bubbles, very clean, only faint interior staining and iridescent streaking. All embossed with the same “Hilp’s/ Prescriptions/ Drug Store/ Reno” on front. 2) A 4” Philadelphia oval, applied lip bottle. Front embossed” R.E. Queen/ Druggist/ Reno, Nev.” beneath a wreath and scales logo. Bottom maker’s mark embossed “WT & Co” with un upside down C also embossed by an A. Clear glass, small bubble in body, small rough spot in neck, and very clean with only some faint milky staining on interior. 3) A 3.5” tall by 1” wide cylindrical medical specimen bottle, likely used for urine samples. Embossed” State Hygienic Laboratory/ Reno, Nevada” and without a maker’s mark. Bears no graduated markings. Clear glass, some staining in bottom. Yuck! - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: 1) 12” tall by 4” wide footed seltzer. Front etched in block lettering “Frank Bros./ Co./ Reno./ Nevada.” Bottom etched: crown logo, “Registered Trademark/ Made in Austria” maker’s mark. Unmarked chrome top, intact siphon. Clear glass, small bubbles, very clean. 2) 12” tall by 4” wide footed seltzer. Front etched in script “Frank Bros. Co. Inc./ Reno, Nev.” Bottom etched: crown logo, “Registered Trademark/ Made in Austria” maker’s mark. Unmarked top missing screw-on top and siphon tube. Clear glass, some wear and staining. 3) 12” tall by 4” wide seltzer. Front etched in block lettering “Frank Bros./ Co./ Reno, Nevada.” Bottom embossed O maker’s mark. Top engraved “Miller-Becker Co.” Intact siphon. Clear glass, small chips in body, very clean. The Frank Brothers operated their businesses from about 1903-1920 [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 73]. - Jacobitz Collection

These cobalt seltzers are gorgeous: light cobalt, deep blue, and a rare cornflower color. Each is 12” tall, with matching tops, and etched “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” On front. Bottoms marked “MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA”. No chips or cracks. Intact siphon tubes. The cornflower bottle still contains a little liquid.

These cobalt seltzers are gorgeous: light cobalt, deep blue, and a rare cornflower color. Each is 12” tall, with matching tops, and etched “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” On front. Bottoms marked “MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA”. No chips or cracks. The cornflower bottle has one bubble in the body, and the half-full light cobalt’s siphon tube is snapped in half.

Slug reads, HUNTER CREEK DAIRY RENO NEVADA on this one quart, clear glass dairy bottle. This is an R rated piece, meaning, there are only about four or five of these bottles known. All have been found by Ed Upson while searching the old dairy site at Hunter Creek. This piece is in very good condition, with no apparent damage or chips [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 4 seltzer bottles: 1) An 11.5” tall, with top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV./ H.C. HEIDTMANN/ PHONE 109”. The top is unmarked, siphon tube shattered inside bottle. Bottom unmarked. 2) Three 11.5” tall cobalt seltzers etched “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” On front. Bottoms bear “MADE IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA” etching. The chrome tops are engraved “NEVADA PACKING CO.” and the siphon tubes are intact. These seltzers are in gorgeous colors: light cobalt, deep blue, and cornflower. Still contain liquid. No chips or cracks. Lot includes a HUMBOLDT SODA WORKS green wooden crate.

Lot of 4 seltzer bottles: 1) An 11.5” tall, with top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV./ H.C. HEIDTMANN/ PHONE 109”. The top, covered in pink paint, is engraved “W. B. CO.”, siphon tube shattered inside bottle. Bottom bears an etched crown logo and “REGISTERED TRADEMARK/ MADE IN AUSTRIA”. Clear glass, 3/4 full. 2) Three 11.5” tall cobalt seltzers etched “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” On front. Bottoms bear “MADE IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA” etching. The chrome tops are engraved “NEVADA PACKING CO.” and the siphon tubes are intact. These seltzers are in gorgeous colors: light cobalt, deep blue, and cornflower. Still contain liquid. No chips or cracks. Lot includes a HUMBOLDT SODA WORKS green wooden crate.

1) Three 11.5” tall, with matching chrome tops, “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” seltzers with “MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA” maker’s marks. Cobalt glass, no chips or cracks, few small bubbles, stained, still contain liquid. 2) An 11.5” tall, with top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV./ H.C. HEIDTMANN/ PHONE 109/ NET CONTENTS ONE QUART”. The top, covered in pink paint, is engraved “W. B. CO.”, siphon tube intact. No maker’s mark on tooled bottom. Clear glass, small dings and bubbles throughout body.

Lot of 7: 1) A 6” oval with “The N.E. Wilson Co. Inc./ Pharmacists/ Virginia St. Opp. P.O./ Phone 425/ Reno, Nevada.” embossed on front. Faint “681” embossed on bottom. Tooled top. Clear glass, iridescent staining and dirty interior. 2) A 5” oval with “The N.E. Wilson Co. Inc./ Pharmacists/ Virginia St. Opp. P.O./ Phone 425/ Reno, Nevada.” embossed on front, and “202” on bottom. Stunning clear glass, very clean, no chips or cracks. Small bubble near shoulder. Nathaniel Estes Wilson's W.E. Wilson Co., Inc. Operated from 1916 on. 3) A set of five S.J. Hodgkinson bottles of various sizes and shapes: 6.25” oval, 5.5” oval, and 3” oval embossed “Druggist/ S.J. Hodgkinson/ Reno, Nevada” on front and “W. T. Co.” maker’s mark on bottom. Clear glass, some staining and with small mouth chips and only one small crack on the bottom of the 5.5” bottle, which is also faintly purple. Also, a 4” and a 3.5” oval with rounded shoulders. Embossed “S.J. Hodgkinson/ Druggist/ Reno, Nev.” on front and no maker’s marks. 4”: clear glass, tiny chip on lip, small amber stain in bottom. 3.5”: clear glass with purple hue, small chips in bottom, interior staining. S.J. Hodgkinson operated from 1888-1920, and onward. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4 with all slug plates reading, NEVADA MILK & PRODUCE CO. PURE MILK AND CREAM FROM OUR FARM TO CONSUMER on these two half pints, one pint and quart bottles. While three of the bottles are a natural sun washed violet, one of the half pints is artificially colored violet. These bottles are rated S (Scarce, perhaps ten known). All are in very good condition, except for a small chip in the artificial colored half pint [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

1) A 9” tall, without top, seltzer etched “G.A.K.” in large block letters. Footed bottom bears no makers mark and bears a large chip. Gus Krenkle produced this small seltzer bottle for the Humboldt Soda Works. G.A.K. Hutchinson soda bottles are common, but this seltzer bottle is considered rare [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, pp. 84-5]. Clear glass, dirty, small chips and dings. 2) An 11.5” tall, with unmarked top, seltzer etched “CRYSTAL/ RENO, NEVADA.” Footed base bears no maker’s mark. Clear glass, small chips throughout body, siphon tube shattered, half full. 3) An 11.5” tall, with top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV./ H.C. HEIDTMANN/ PHONE 109”. The top is engraved “W.B.W.”, small chip in siphon tube. No maker’s mark. Clear glass, no chips or cracks, stained. 3) Two 11.5” tall, with matching chrome tops, “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” seltzers with “MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA” maker’s marks. Cobalt glass, no chips or cracks, few small bubbles, stained, still contain liquid.

Lot of 7 bottles of various sizes and shapes, including: 1) A 8.25” “practical” or “duplex” oval bottle embossed “16/ Osburn & Shoemaker/ Druggists/ Reno, Nev.” and embossed “Pat’d May 15 1888/ D.F. & D” on the bottom. Straight neck and applied top. Clear glass, purple hue, chipping along neck, 2 medium bubbles and several small bubbles throughout body. Very little staining. 2) A 6.75” Philadelphia oval bottle with a straight neck and applied lip. Front embossed “Osburn & Shoemaker/ Apothecaries/ Reno, Nev.” below an ornate “OS” monogram. Small M or W embossed on bottom. Clear glass, 2 bubbles in body, some interior staining. 3) A 6” Philadelphia oval bottle with the same front embossing as bottle 2. Four small chips in applied lip top. Bottom embossed “W.T. & Co.” maker’s mark. Clear glass, five small bubbles throughout body, iridescent staining. 4) A 5.5” square bottle, straight neck, tooled top. Front embossed “Osburn & Shoemaker/ Druggists/ Reno Nev” without monogram. Bottom embossed “GW”. Clear glass, multiple bubbles throughout body, milky and iridescent staining. 5) A 5” Philadelphia oval bottle, front bears standard Osburn & Shoemaker Apothecaries embossing and monogram. Bottom embossed “WT & Co” maker’s mark. Clear glass, small chipping in neck, very clean. 6) A 4.5” round bottle with flat front embossed with standard Osburn & Shoemaker Apothecaries and monogram. Bottom embossed with “WT & Co/ Pat Jan/ 22 78/ B: maker’s mark and patent information. Clear glass, two small bubbles, flaking on one side of lower interior and exterior, quite clean. 7) A 3.5” Philadelphia oval with standard Osburn & Shoemaker Apothecaries and monogram embossing. “WT. & Co” embossed on bottom. Clear glass, small fracture in rear, small bubble on rear, two small chips on applied lip, light interior staining. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2. 1) One quart, with “Peavine D” sketched into the glass. Clear glass, with some wear including small chips on the top. 2) One quart, slug plate reads “Peavine Dairy Reno-Nevada.” Has small air vents and very minor wear. These 2 bottles are extremely rare and might be the only ones left in existence, according to Fred Holabird. - Ferraro Collection

Hutchinson style bottle with no stopper, tooled top. The slug has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is light aqua in color. There is no maker's mark on the side or the base. The Smith & Brian C. Bottles are the oldest embossed soda from Reno, but far from the oldest manufactory in the city. These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. Smith & Brian, the proprietors, began their soda business in 1900. They advertised themselves as the "Soda Men." They continued until 1906, when they sold it. Mint condition.

Lot of 2: 1) pint sample reads JERSEY FARM DAIRY RENO NEVADA, rated "C" and is in very nice condition, with no scratches or cracks visible. 2) an extremely rare clear pint embossed HIGHLAND DAIRY RENO NEVADA. This piece is rated an "X" and is also very nice condition [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lor of 3: 1) An 11.5” tall, with top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV./ H.C. HEIDTMANN/ PHONE 109”. The matching worn top is marked "W.B.W.", siphon tube intact. The flat bottom is unmarked. Clear glass, tiny dings in shoulder, no chips or cracks, features some wrinkling and tiny bubbles in the rear body. 2) A 12" tall, with unmarked top, footed seltzer etched "RENO BOTTLING WORKS/ RENO" within a ringed border surrounding a compass rose design. Footed base bears no maker's mark. Clear glass, multiple dings and small chips throughout body, intact siphon tube. 3) An 11.5" tall seltzer with a glossy chrome top marked "SILVER", and an intact siphon tube. The front is silk screened "SILVER/ STATE/ RENO/ NET/ CONTENTS/ OVER 32 OZ" in green within a NV state border. No maker's mark. Clear glass, no chips, cracks, or bubbles, very clean.

Two rare seltzers: 1) Beautiful 11.5” tall, including top and footed base, by 4” wide seltzer. Chrome top engraved “Sam’s Seltzer “. Front etched “Reno/ Brewing Co./ Reno, Nevada.” within a circular etching. No maker’s mark. Clear glass, beautifully clean, two small pings in body, intact siphon. Rare. 2) An 11.5” tall, with top and footed base, by 4” wide. Top, missing siphon tube, is engraved “Sedro-Woolley/ Bottling Works” and appears to have been glued on. Front etched “Reno/ Brewing Co./ Reno, Nevada.” within a circular etching. No maker’s mark. Cobalt glass, several small pings in surface, glue residue along neck and inside bottle, some exterior rare, otherwise very clean. The Reno Brewing Co. was founded in 1902 and was open for business by 1903. With the advent of prohibition, Reno Brewing was forced into the soda water market for survival. Thus, in 1918, Reno Brewing converted its sales to soda water seltzers . These seltzers may have been made prior to the complete conversion, as evidenced by their similarity in style to others from the 1908-1914 period. There are two clear and two cobalt seltzers known, making these both very rare and valuable additions to any soda or saloon seltzer collector. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3 square examples: 1) A 8.25” bottle. This is the second largest known size of this bottle type. Clear glass, medium purple hue from manganese in glass. One bubble on side, multiple tiny bubbles in mouth. Some light interior staining. 2) A 4.5” bottle. Clear glass, very clean, with two small bubbles in body and very faint interior staining. 3) A 3.5” bottle, clear glass with medium purple hue from manganese content. Three tiny scuffs on mouth, long thin ding on one side. Very clean. All three bottle s embossed “Red Cross/ Prescriptions/ Drug Store/ Reno” and embossed with “W.T. Co.” maker’s marks on the bottom. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2 different versions of Reno Bottling Works. 1) Reno Bottling Works, logo is etched. Measures about 12” with top. Top is from Valley Seltzer. 2) Another version of Reno Bottling Works, A.M. Britt, etched. Measures about 13” with top. Top is from the SY-LOU Bev 67, c1906-1914. Arthur M. Britt started Reno Bottling Works in 1906. In 1914, Britt bought the rights to brew Buffalo Beer, he decided to change the name to Buffalo Bottling Works, hoping the name association would help the business [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012, pp 113-4]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 5. 1) One bottle measuring 12 inches by 3 inches wide. Original rectangular label. On front center is printed “RBC/ Sierra Beer/ Bottled at the Brewery by/ Reno Brewing Co./ Incorporated/ Reno, Nevada.” The upper left of the label is printed “Does Not Contain More Than/ 4 Percentum of Alcohol/ By Volume./ Tax Paid At The Rate/ Prescribed By/ Internal Revenue Law.” and the upper right of the label is printed “Contents/ 11 Fluid oz./ Permit Nev.-U-IIII.” “40 B” is embossed on the lower rear. Crown top, no maker’s mark on bottom. Clear glass, several bubbles in neck and shoulder. Dates back to early 1900s. 2) One bottle measuring 11.5" by 3". Original rectangular label is printed “Mt. Rose/ Malt Rose/ Beer/ This Beer/ Bottled at the Brewery by/ Reno Brewing Co./ Incorporated/ Reno, Nevada.” Several small tears in label. Embossed maker’s mark on bottom, “N B B C CO/ 60.” Crown top with cork remnant in mouth. Clear glass, small chip in lip, interior staining. The Malt Rose beer was produced after 1905. 3) One bottle measuring 11" by 3". The original front label is printed “Reno Brewing Co./ Incorporated/ Royal/ It Can’t Be Beat/ This Beer/ Bottled at/ the Brewery/ Reno, Nevada./ Contents 1 Pint 6 fluid oz.” Crown top with second original label “Royal/ Brand/ Brewed For/ Family/ And Hotel/ Trade” on the neck. Bottom is embossed with a “ W F & S/ F/ MIL” maker’s mark. Amber glass, two cracks in neck, large blister in shoulder, small tears in labels. The Royal Lager was produced after 1905. 4) One quart size blob top bottle, measuring 11" by 3". Front embossed “Reno Brewing Co./ Reno/ Nev.” Bottom bears no maker’s mark. Amber glass, small blister and bubbles near embossing. 5) One pint size blob top bottle, measuring 9" without cap, by 2.5 inches wide. Front embossed “Reno Brewing Co./ Reno/ Nev.” Bottom bears embossed “223/ H” maker’s mark. Ceramic cap printed “Reno Brewing Co./ Reno, Nevada.” Amber glass, several small bubbles, interior staining. The amber pint is considered rarer, “with perhaps only one pint found for every two dozen quarts” [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 328]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: 1) Slug plate reads, CRESCENT CREAMERY on this half pint sun washed bottle. This creamery was located on the Verdi Road in Reno. Rated C (Common, 10 to 15 known). 2) A quarter pint from Jersey Farm Dairy, Reno, also rated C, for this clear glass example. 3) Slug reads, ONE QUART SANITARY DAIRY RENO, NEVADA on this clear, slightly sun washed sample. This bottle is rated S (Perhaps five to ten known). All are in excellent condition [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 5 dairy bottles of various sizes: 1) Two 1/4 pint bottles embossed on front and bottom. Clear glass, ribbed necks, one heavily streaked and stained. 2) One 1/2 pint bottle embossed on front and bottom. Clear glass, ribbed neck, chipped bottom, small bubbles on neck, some staining. 3) One quart bottle embossed on front and bottom. Clear glass, with ribbed neck, some wear and staining, and adhesive residue above slug plate. 4) One quart bottle embossed on front and bottom with red silk screen reverse, “Model Dairy Inc. Reno’s Best.”Clear glass, ribbed neck, and several small bubbles. This bottle is considered scarce—perhaps five to ten others known—due to the screen printing [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266]. The other bottles in this lot are considered common. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 9 bottles from "The Biggest Little City in the World." None have chips or cracks. Three have slugs written in script: MCCULLOUGH'S PHARMACY RENO, NEVADA: 1) 8.5" oval clear piece. There are two small bubbles on the back; 2) 7.5" oval clear with iridescence. Bottom monogram reads, A. M. F. & CO. 512. One small bubble on back; 3) 5" oval, one bubble on back. The following five are all square clear pieces and have block letter slugs that read, J. B. MCCULLOUGH DRUGGIST & APOTHECARY RENO, NEVADA.: 1) 6.5" with iridescent "sick" swirl pattern; 2) 6", large bubble on front, three small bubbles on back; 3) 5.25", four bubbles, one on each side, flaw inside lip; 4) 4.75"; 5) 4.25", one large bubble on back near top. The last bottle is 3.5" square clear, with a block letter slug that reads, J. B. MCCULLOUGH DRUGGIST RENO, NEVADA. Jim McCullough was a Civil War veteran who lived in Virginia City and worked for several Comstock mills before moving to Reno where he joined the drug store trade. He started a drug store that remained in business until modern times, when major department and super stores wiped out most of the small related businesses. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3. 1) 12" by 4", front etched PROPERTY OF NEVADA PACKING COMPANY RENO, NEVADA. Bottom of base etched MADE IN CZECHOSLOVAKIA. Cobalt blue glass with some air bubbles, siphon head intact, broken tube and about one-third bottle of seltzer water inside. Metal siphon head engraved NEVADA PACKING CO. According to Fred Holabird, "Only two Nevada seltzer bottles are not made of clear glass, the Reno Brewing Company and the Nevada Packing Company, both of which are sapphire to cobalt blue." 2) 12" by 4", front etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO, NEV. Clear glass, some air bubbles, remnants of label or tape on side, footed base, siphon head and tube intact. Siphon head engraved W. B. W. 3) 12" by 4", front etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV. H. C. HEIDTMANN PHON. 109. NET CONTENTS ONE QUART. Air bubbles, small amount of seltzer water, siphon head intact. Siphon head engraved, W. B. W. According to Holabird, "Harry C. Heidtmann was promoted to manager of the Wieland operation when Coney Island opened in 1909. When Benschuetz died in 1912, Heidtmann bought the company from the family. Heidtmann ran the soda works through at least 1918, but sold out shortly after, and the company was gone by 1920, probably another victim of Prohibition."

Lot of 4 from 3 different drugstores. 1) Slug reads, THE CANN DRUG CO. RENO NEVADA on this (4.5") ribbed oval. This clear glass sample has no visible chips or cracks. 2) Slug reads, ORANGE FLOWER CREAM THE CANN DRUG CO. RENO, NEV on this 5.5" clear square sample. Bottle in very good condition, with a very tiny rough spot on lip. William Cann (1865-1942) opened his drugstore in Reno in 198 at 201 N. Virginia St. The business lasted until 1930. Orange Flower Cream was advertised in 1899. 3) Slug reads, CHEATAM'S PEARL ROSE CREAM MADE IN RENO on this 4.5" square, clear glass sample. Thomas Cheatham opened his store in 1900 at 136 N. Virginia, moving in 1909 to 148 N. Virginia. The Pearl Cream product has only 25 samples of the bottles left. 4) Slug reads, WECK PRESCRIPTION DRUGGIST RENO, NEV on this 6.5" clear glass ribbed oval. There are no chips or cracks. Bottom is embossed WHITALL TATUM CO. Charles Weck moved to Reno from Southern California in 1908 and opened a store on Second and Virginia St. where it remained until the Cal-Neva expansion in 1979. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4. 1) "Wieland Bottling Works Reno Nev." seltzer bottle with matching top and siphon tube. No maker's mark. Non-footed type, etched label that also reads "H.C. Heidtmann, Phone 109" inside the circular label. H. Heidtmann managed the Weiland Bottling Works for Otto Benschuetz, the owner. 2) "Pioneer Soda Works Smith & Brian Co. Reno Nev." etched label seltzer bottle with matching top and siphon tube. Footed type, no maker's mark. Smith & Brian were proprietors of Pioneer Soda Works from 1900 to 1906, and advertised themselves as the "Soda Men." 3) "Frank Bros. Co Reno, Nevada." seltzer bottle with matching top and intact siphon tube. The base has concentric rings with deep grooves in the outside ring. Sam and Ben Frank were leading wholesalers of beer, wine and liquor, and also ran a saloon in the early 1900s. Sam was even the Mayor of Reno at one time. 4) "Silver State Reno" clear seltzer bottle with matching top, no siphon tube. The top for this bottle does not attach to the bottle top. This seltzer bottle bears the green silk screened "Silver State" logo, along with "Net Contents Over 32 oz." in the same green silk screening. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3. 1) and 2) are cobalt blue with Property of Nevada Packing Company. Reno, Nevada etched on it. One bottle still has liquid in it but the siphon tube is broken. “The cobalt blue seltzer bottle is extremely rare with about five specimens known in collections.” these beautiful cobalts are a part of the recent Humboldt Soda Words discovery, they also are the two lightest and darkest color cobalt bottles ever seen. They date between 1907-1910. 3) Clear Wieland Bottling Works, H.C. Heidtmann phone 109 Reno Nevada, etched. c1909-1918. Clear glass, some wear, straw has been broken off. Clear glass. This seltzer is typical on the 1910 Wieland bottles, they were produced in several variations, all with clear glass [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012, pp 104, 143]. From the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery Collection.

Lot of 4 seltzer bottles: 1) An 9.5” tall, without top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV./ H.C. HEIDTMANN/ PHONE 109/ NET CONTENTS ONE QUART”. Bottom unmarked, but bears concentric grooves from manufacturing process. Clear glass, no chips or cracks but stained. 2) Three 11.5” tall cobalt seltzers etched “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” On front. Bottoms bear “MADE IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA” etching. Two chrome tops are engraved “NEVADA PACKING CO.” and one is engraved “H.L.” and the siphon tubes are all intact. Cobalt glass, no chips or cracks. Lot includes an unmarked green wooden crate.

Lot of 4: 1) Slug reads, CRYSTAL RENO, NEVADA. 2) Slug reads, WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS H.C. HEIDTMANN RENO, NEV. PHONE 109 on this clear glass sample. 3) Slug reads, WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO, NEV on this footed (large chip) clear glass sample. 4) Slug reads, RENO BOTTLING WORKS, RENO on this footed, clear glass sample. All measure 11.5" with top. The Crystal top reads, NEVADA PACKING CO. the rest are blank. All could use a good cleaning, but in generally good condition, with unbroken siphon tubes.

Lot of 3: 1) A clear glass hand etched Frank Bros. Co. Footed seltzer bottle (a small chip out of base). Measures 11.5" with top, by 4". Top is engraved A.M BRITT. Bottle could use a good cleaning. 2) Slug reads, CRYSTAL RENO, NEVADA on this clear glass, footed 11.5" by 4" bottle. Logo is etched in white. 3) Slug reads, WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS H.C. HEIDTMANN RENO,NEV. PHONE 109 on this clear glass sample. Siphon tube is busted, which resulted in some left behind contents. Bottle measures 11.5" with top, by 4". This particular bottling company was in business around 1915. Bottle and top are in very nice condition. Bottle made in Austria.

This bottle is from the 1884-1888 period, when Samuel Hodgkinson was partnered with John Myers. This 3.5" oval bottle has "WT & Co." on bottom. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 8 crates (6 Silver State and 2 unmarked) of clear seltzer bottles. 34 of the seltzers bear the Silver State silk screened logo, and 5 are unmarked blanks. One of the crates has a rickety bottom.

Lot of 5 crates (2 Silver State, 2 Humboldt Soda Works, and 1 unmarked) of clear seltzer bottles. 24 of the seltzers bear the Silver State silk screened logo, and 6 of the seltzers are blanks with no markings.

Lot of 5 crates (4 Silver State and 1 unmarked) of clear seltzer bottles. 13 of the seltzers bear the green silk screened Silver State logo, and 16 are unmarked blanks.

Lot of 4 crates (1 Silver State, 1 Humboldt Soda Works, and 2 unmarked) of clear seltzer bottles. 24 of the bottles bear the Silver State silk screened logo, and 6 are unmarked blanks.

Lot of 5 crates (2 Silver State, 3 Humboldt Soda Works) of clear seltzer bottles. 28 of the seltzers bear the Silver State silk screened logo, and 2 are blanks with no markings.

Lot of 3 Silver State crates and 24 clear glass seltzer bottles bearing the green silk screened Silver State logo.

Lot of 5 crates (4 Silver State and 1 unmarked) of clear seltzer bottles. 24 of the seltzers bear the Silver State silk screened logo, and 6 are blanks with no markings.

Lot of 2 six pack crates Silver State seltzer bottles, silk screen. Net contents over 32oz, and measures 12” with top. Five have original tops, but one has a top that is detached and is from Humboldt Soda Works. Compared to other bottles in the collection, these are relatively newer, and would have been around post 1940. All come in the original green Silver State silk screening [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012, p 41].

Three drugstore bottles of different sizes and shapes, with tooled tops: 1) A 6” oval with rounded sides. Front embossed “W. Pinniger/ Apothecary/ Reno, Nev.” and no maker’s mark on the bottom. Clear glass, smokey yellow coloration indicated lack of manganese during glass production, and will not purple. Small bubble on bottom, and some interior staining. Cork trapped inside bottle. 2) A 5.25” oval with rounded sides. Front embossed “W. Pinniger/ Apothecary/ Reno, Nev.” and “4” embossed on bottom. Clear glass with purple hue from Manganese during glass production. Small bubbles throughout, some interior staining. 3)A 4.5” oval with beveled edges. Front embossed “Wm. Pinniger/ Reno, Nevada.” A diamond with an “M” in the center is embossed on the bottom. Clear glass, purple hue, 2 small chips on beveled edges. Blister on bottom and wear within neck. William Pinniger, 1845 England, built a drug store with Richard E. Queen in 1879, which Queen managed. Pinniger went into business for himself after 1886 and sold his store in 1900 [Ref:Nevada History Through Glass, Vol II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

This dose glass is from the famous Charles E. Weck, noted druggist originally from Pasadena and Nevada. He later started a store in Riverside, then wound up in Reno. This specific glass has an embossed slug that reads "CHAS E. WECK THE PRESCRIPTION DRUGGIST" around his signature orange blossom emblem. The reverse has the graduations and numbers embossed for specific measurements. Mr. Weck was a graduate of the prestigious Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. He spent 15 years in 2 different locations (Pasadena and Riverside) prior to moving to Reno about 1908. He ran the Weck Drug Co. which alter became the Rexall Owl Drug. - Jacobitz Collection

Two Wieland seltzers: 1) An 11.5” tall, with top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV./ H.C. HEIDTMANN/ PHONE 109”, with matching "W.B.W." top. Intact siphon tube. Flat bottom, no maker's mark. Clear glass, small dings, chips, and bubbles, no cracks. Iridescent interior staining. 2) An 11.5” tall, with unmarked chrome top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND/ BOTTLING WORKS/ RENO, NEV." Intact siphon tube. Footed base with etched maker's mark: eagle logo and "MADE IN AUSTRIA". Clear glass, no cracks or chips. Two small bubbles in foot. Fabulous condition.

Lot of 4 dairy bottles from, 1 embossed YERINGTON DAIRY pint, clear. This piece is in very nice condition with one small scratch on the bottom. Rated "S". Also included is a 1 pint reading RIVERVIEW DAIRY with clear glass and some small scratches. There is a 1 pint from MODEL. Needs a cleaning, but in very nice shape. A one half pint bottle from CRESCENT CREAMERY. This piece is in very nice condition [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 4: 1) "WEILAND BOTTLING WORKS H.C. HEIDTMANN RENO, NEV" etched label. Clear glass, 12" tall with Siphon head. Bottom of base is etched with a crown logo, and indicates "REGISTARED TRADE MARK MADE IN AUSTRIA." Siphon head has no lettering. In excellent condition. Rare. 2) c1930s, "SILVER STATE RENO" bottle, silk-screened logo. 12" tall with siphon head. Excellent condition. 3) c1920s, footed bottle, "H. LOOSE LOVELOCKS NEVADA" etched label. 12.25" tall with Siphon head. No maker's mark on base. Very clear glass, excellent condition. 4) c1917, Cobalt glass bottle, top is broken (repairable) with detached Siphon head. Footed bottle has etched label, "RENO BREWING CO RENO, NEVADA." No maker's mark on base. Other than the broken top, the bottle is in excellent condition. The cobalt color is extremely rare.

Just outside Beatty, Nevada, Rhyolite is a ghost town with much character. With a population of over 10,000 at one time, Rhyolite was no small town. The town was founded in 1904 and by 1907 even had electricity. There is one building still standing today in Rhyolite that was made from 10,000 beer bottles of which there was no shortage in Rhyolite. Another building, the bank building, was 3 stories tall and cost $90,000 to build. Ruins of its wall still stand today. The financial panic of 1907 took its toll on the town and businesses started to shut down. Then, the mines started to play out and by 1916 the power and light company had shut down and the people had moved on [Ref: www.ghosttowns.com]. W. M. Brewster Whiskey Bottle Label. High Grade Optimo Club Bourbon Whisky blend. Guaranteed under the Food and Drug Act, June, 30th 1906. Black print. Red BG logo at top of label. 9.25" tall. 2) Harolds Club opened in Reno, NV. In 1935, with two slot machines and one vertical roulette wheel. By the time it closed in 1995, it had over 1,500 machines and 61 table games. This is a miniature Kentucky bourbon whiskey bottle from that one time Reno icon. Piece is in very nice condition. 3) A pint bottle with paper label reading, "OLDE COMSTOCK BRAND STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY. Piece is ribbed, has a metal shot glass sized screw top. In very nice condition. - Jacobitz Collection

The top of a small, unique Rochester souvenir bottle. This the only other top we've seen in 40 years. - Jacobitz Collection

Charles M. Fassett was an experienced miner who ran his own drugstore and assaying business in Ruby Hill, then worked with Stowell in Eureka before moving with him to Spokane. Fassett advertised himself as a “chemist and druggist” in the Ruby Hill Mining News in October 1880. Within a year, he had purchased Welch’s Ruby Hill Drugstore. Dr. E. Thiele’s Pioneer German Drug Store was the only Ruby Hill competitor, though there were several drug stores in Eureka only 2 miles away. Fassett ran an enterprising drug and dry goods store in Ruby Hill from 1881 to 1887, and also acted as Postmaster in 1884 and was a member of the state assembly for Eureka county in 1885. Ruby Hill no longer exists, making this an extremely rare and highly desirable ghost town bottle. Note the misspelling in Fassett’s embossed name. This is a 5” tall by 1.5” by 2” wide oval bottle. “Chas. M. Fassitt/ Druggist/ Ruby Hill Nev.” Ornate “CF” monogram embossed above text. Bottom embossed maker’s mark “WT & Co/ AA”. Tooled top. Clear glass, one bubble on bottom, some interior staining. Professionally repaired by Marty Hall, so good we can’t find it. This is one of the great Nevada rarities. - Jacobitz Collection

Measures 4 5/8" tall, rectangular. 2oz. According to Fred Holabird’s forthcoming book, Nevada History through Glass—Vol2, Seven Troughs, a mining camp, was so named for the seven troughs that Frank Ward built in 1894 to preserve water for his sheep. The 1912 flood was the beginning of the fall of Seven Troughs. Fred Preston owned the Preston Hotel, Owl Saloon, and Owl Pharmacy. The Owl Pharmacy in Seven Troughs bears no direct connection to the famous Owl Drug Co. found throughout the United States. The Owl Pharmacy is listed in the Polk 1912 and 1914 Nevada Directories. The embossed Owl Pharmacy drug bottle from Seven Troughs is among the most prized of the western drugstore bottles. It has a large embossed owl on the front and is only found in the clear glass Blue Ribbon graduated oval, a product of the 1910-1915 period" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol. II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. 1905 gold was discovered in Seven Troughs Canyon and by 1907 miners were streaming in from the Tonopah/Goldfield area and beyond. Gold was assayed at $100,000 a ton, and in 1911 the Kindergarten Mill, a 50-ton cyanide processing plant, was built at the east end of the town. By the end of 1907 the town could boast a post office, more than one saloon, stores, and a population of about 350. Between 1908 and 1921 the town produced almost 2 million dollars in gold before the ore ran dry about 1918. Seven Troughs was abandoned by the 1920s [Ref: silverstateghosttowns.com/seventroughs.html]. - Jacobitz Collection

Measures 5.25" 3oz. Front embossed “3 111/ The/Owl/” above a large embossed owl and “Pharmacy/ Co./ Seven/ Troughs./ Nev.” Sides of logo embossed with liquid measurements. Bottom embossed “Blue Ribbon 3” maker’s mark. Shoulder embossed with scalloped ribbing pattern. The purple coloration of the bottle indicates the presence of manganese in the glass production—a method that ended after 1915. Some staining inside the bottle, but otherwise an excellent example. - Jacobitz Collection

Measures 6", 4 oz. This beautiful bottle was found in 1969 in Mazuma, NV by Lyle McCoy of Lovelock. It is one of only 3 known. Embossed on the front plate is: The Owl (picture of owl) Pharmacy Co. Seven Troughs Nev. Flanking either side of the front plate are calibrations for dosages, i.e. cc’s on the right side and what appear to be inches on the left. “3 iv” is embossed at the shoulder of the bottle above the name. Clear, with a small amount of “fogging” on one side.

Measures 6”. 4oz. Embossed with the image of an owl. This is an extremely rare bottle, only one of a few 6” varieties known in exsistence. Some wear and stains, but no noticeable chips. There are embossed measurement gauges on the sides of the bottle. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 5 including, 1) Slug reads, ONE QUART CONEY ISLAND DAIRY on this clear glass bottle. Rated X (Extremely rare with one or two specimens known). 2&3) Slug reads, SMITH & GALVIN WHITE CLOVER DAIRY SPARKS on both half pint and one quart clear glass bottles. These bottles are rated C (Common, with more 10 to 15 known). 4&5) Slug plate reads, ONE QUART/ LIQUID THIS BOTTLE PROPERTY OF AND FILLED BY QUALITY SPARKS PRODUCTS and HALF PINT LIQUID QUALITY SPARKS PRODUCTS on these two bottles, with rib design. Both are rated X (Extremely rare, one or two known) [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Two 7.5" tall bottles: 1) A "QUALITY/ SPARKS/ PRODUCTS" bottle embossed "ONE PINT/ LIQUID" above the slug. The bottom is embossed with a large cross shape and "24". Ribbed, clear glass, no cracks, one small ding near bottom. This bottle is considered extremely rare [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012, p 271]. 2) A "SMITH & GALVIN/ WHITE CLOVER DAIRY/ SPARKS" bottle embossed "ONE PINT" above the slug, with no maker's mark. Clear glass, no chips or cracks, few tiny bubbles near base. - Ferraro Collection

Front reads “Tahoe Soda Springs.” Reverse reads “natural mineral water.” Aqua color. No chips or wear. This is a very rare bottle, only about 6 known. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4 dairy: 1) A quart size dairy bottle. Slug plate is embossed “Tonopah/ Nevada” flanking a triangular logo bearing the initials T.P.D. in the corners. The lower portion is also embossed “One Quart.” The bottom bears a “Duraglas/ TPD” embossed maker’s mark. Clear glass, excellent condition. 2) One 4" 1/4 pint bottle, embossed slug plate “Tonopah/ Nevada” flanking a triangular logo bearing the initials T.P.D. in the corners. Bottom embossed maker’s mark “T.P.D.” Clear glass, little staining. 3) One bottle, embossed “Half Pint” on front above embossed “Tonopah/ Nevada” slug plate. Bottom bears no maker’s mark. Clear glass, chipped mouth, long crack in base. 4) One bottle, embossed “half pint” on lower rear. Front is silk screened in orange, which has faded in most places to yellow or off-white, “Sanitary/ Creamery/ Phone 2216/ Tonopah, Nevada” and the rear silk screening reads “Store/ 5 c/ Bottle.” The neck is ribbed and the bottom bears a faint “Store” embossed maker’s mark. This silk-screened bottle is extremely rare, while its embossed mates are common [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 272]. - Jacobitz Collection

Two gorgeous milk bottles from the Pioneer Dairy of Tonopah. George McKenna and Bart McGee owned and operated the Pioneer Dairy until they sold to the Serventi brothers in 1910. These two rare milk bottles are among the finest known Nevada milk bottles. 1) A 9.5” tall, ribbed “One Quart” bottle. The slug is embossed “Pioneer Dairy/ McG & McK/ Tonopah Nevada” and the bottom is embossed “DeLaval”. Clear glass, very faint purple hue developing, one small chip in bottom. Several small bubbles throughout body. Beautifully clean. 2) A 5.5” tall, ribbed “Half Pint” bottle. The slug is embossed Pioneer Dairy/ McG & McK/ Tonopah Nevada” and the bottom is embossed “DeLaval”. Clear glass with bold purple color developing. No chips or bubbles. Pristine. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3. 1) One pint from John DuPratt’s Pioneer Dairy. Slug plate reads “Pioneer Dairy Trade Mark, Tonopah, Nevada.” Little wear, has a beautiful purple color. 2) One pint 3) One quart from the George McKenna and Bart McGee’s Pioneer Dairy. Pioneer Dairy went through several merges in its history. According to Fred Holabird “these are some of the prettiest of all Nevada milk bottles” [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Measures 12" x 4". Bottle is lettered in orange pyro glaze. The steel chromed top reads, Northern Bott. Co. Tonopah Bottling Works, once Tonopah Soda Works, was first established around 1904 and run by Charles Kielhofer and J. Zweifel out of the Hall Building, where they advertised that they sold 11 different flavors of soda. Bottle is in excellent condition for this rare a piece [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: All read TONOPAH NEVADA. All are clear glass, in very nice condition. Two are round, one square. They are rated "X" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot 3. 1) Measures 6”, with clear and clean glass, although there is a slight purple tint from light exposure. There is a dark stain on the bottom in the bottle. No chips. Manufactured by the Western Bottle Manufacturing Co., the logo can be found on the base. 2) measures 3.5". Purple and clear glass with no chips. There are some minor stains. 3). Clear glass, measures 5" a slight hint of sun wash. There are chips. Also made by the Western Bottle Manufacturing Co. When the Tonopah Drug Co, opened in 1907, the town of Tonopah had gone from a small desert town to a population of over 7,500. This was due to the silver boom in 1905. To keep up with the bustling town the drug store was equipped with modern technology, like a telephone. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of seven round NV milk bottles of various sizes: 1) A pair of 1/4 pint bottles. One embossed, clear glass, and chipped along the lip; the other hand-etched on one side, clear glass with some staining. 2) One 4-inch 1/4 pint bottle, embossed front and bottom. Clear glass with two small bubbles. 3) Two 1/2 pint bottles. One embossed on front and bottom, clear glass, one small bubble; the other hand-etched on front and reverse. Clear glass, several small bubbles, some staining. 4) One pint bottle, embossed with the size and hand-etched with the name. Clear glass, with one chip in slug plate and many small bubbles throughout. 5) One quart bottle with an embossed front and bottom. Clear glass, with three small bubbles and some staining. The four embossed bottles are common, while the three hand-etched bottles are considered rare [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266]. See the other TPD lots for descriptions of this dairy. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of seven NV milk bottles of various sizes: 1) One 1/4 pint embossed bottle. Clear glass, with four small bubbles and some staining. 2) One 4-inch 1/4 pint bottle embossed on front and bottom. Clear glass, adhesive residue on lower sides. 3) One 1/2 pint bottle embossed on front and bottom. Clear glass with some staining and adhesive residue on rear. 4) One square 1/2 pint embossed bottle. Clear glass, with small chip in lip and some staining. 5) One quart bottle with hand-etched triangle and TPD. Clear glass, with large chip and two smaller chips on lip. 6) One quart bottle, hand-etched “Tonopah Pioneer Dy.” Clear glass, with some staining. 7) One quart bottle embossed on front and bottom. Clear glass with some staining. Square or etched bottles are considered rare, while the round or embossed bottles are common [Ref : Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266]. See the other TPD lots for descriptions of this dairy. - Ferraro Collection

Slug reads, SANITARY CREAMERY TONOPAH, NEVADA on this quart clear glass bottle. This piece is rated X (Extremely rare, with one or two specimens known) [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. This bottle is in excellent condition. - Ferraro Collection

Post Prohibition. Silk screened logo, measures 12 inches tall (top included) by approximately four inches wide. Tonopah Bottling appears to have been established, when it stop being called the Tonopah Soda Works around 1903. The company was run by Charles Kielhofer and J. Zweifel. The business was located in the Hall building, where they advertised 11 flavors of soda. - Jacobitz Collection

Hutchinson style bottle with no stopper, tooled top. The seamed bottle has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is light aqua in color. There is no maker's mark on the base. These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. James Roberts established this soda business in 1901 on Mineral street, selling a variety of flavors. Tonopah had a population of 3,000 in 1902. He abruptly sold the business in 1902, and in 1903 the name was changed to the "Tonopah Bottling Co." Mint condition. Rare.

Lot of 2. 1) Measures 4.75”with clear glass. There is some wear and stains on the bottle, but with no apparent chips. 2) Measures 4.15.” Has a somewhat purple tint from sun exposure. Some minor stains, but has very little wear. Embossing on both bottles read, “Henry F. Schuldt Pharmacist. Corweed 7 Main Sts. Tuscarora, NEV.” Tuscarora is located 45 miles northeast of Elko and began as a mining town in the early 1870s [Ref: Nevada Place Names, Helen Carlson, 1996, p. 236]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2. 1) Measures 3.5”, clear and clean glass. Embossed logo and “Henry F. Schuldt Pharmacist. Corweeds & Main Sts. Tuscarora NEV.” 2) Measures 2.5” clear and clean glass. This bottle also has the same embossing, except for the logo. Tuscarora is located 45 miles northeast of Elko and began as a mining town in the early 1870s [Ref: Nevada Place Names, Helen Carlson, 1996, p. 236]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 5 oval examples of different sizes: 7”, 6”, 5.5”, 4.5”, and 3.5” tall. “A. M. Cole/ Apothecary/ Virginia City, Nev.” embossed on all fronts. All bottoms embossed “Pat. Jan.5.1892.” Bottoms also bear one of three embossed maker’s marks, “***/E/USA” (on 7”), “***/C/USA” (on 5.5” and 4.5”), or “***/A/USA” (on 6” and 3.5”). Applied tops. Clear glass. Four smaller bottles very clean and in great shape. Some wear on rear of 7” bottle. - Jacobitz Collection

5.75" tall, amber bottle. "This amber drug store bottle was made in only the four ounce size in the Philadelphia(Penn) oval shape, made by Whitall-Tatum, as evidenced by the WT on the bottom. There may be about twelve to fifteen known, most of which have lip chips, though usually they are found clean and without stain. This is one of only two amber drug store bottles from Nevada" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

8.5" green rectangular. From 1862 until 1911, Allen M. Cole enjoyed the distinction of being Nevada's senior druggist. As a member of the first Nevada State Board of Pharmacy, Cole helped modernize Nevada's drug industry. His ten or more different embossed drug store bottles, including a cold crème jar and dose glass, are permanent artifacts symbolizing his impact on Nevada" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol. II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Square, beveled edge set of 8 different sized examples. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: 1) Apothecary, 5". 2) druggist: 4.5". 3) A.M. Cole, Virginia Nev. - Jacobitz Collection

Very clear and clean glass, measures 8.5." There is a small chip on the lip on the bottle, but otherwise there is very little wear. This is possibly one of the finest known, if not the finest of its size and style. Cole was a successful and long time druggist in Virginia City. A native of New York, Cole arrived at the Comstock in the early 1860s. He found work as a clerk for a drug store, but after only a year he was able to buy out his employer. For the next 40-years, Cole served the leading druggist for Virginia City [Ref: A History of the State of Nevada, Wren, Thomas, 1904, p. 732]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 5 square examples, different sizes: 1) A 6.25” bottle, no maker’s mark. Clear glass, eleven bubbles throughout body, small chip on lip. 2) Two 5.75” bottles, no maker’s marks. Clear glass. One, slightly purple, has one small chip on the lip, rust spots outside, and interior staining. The other is mostly clean, with 9 bubbles throughout body. 3) A 5” bottle, no maker’s mark. Clear glass, no chips or cracks, some iridescent staining. 4) A 4.5” bottle, no maker’s mark. Very clear glass, three chips in mouth, one chip in bottom. All bottles embossed with the same “A.M Cole Virginia, Nev” within an embossed ribbon pattern surrounding a mortar & pestle seal. - Jacobitz Collection

Bottle of hand cream sold by A.M. Cole located at 88 South C Street. Description on the front reads “for the softening, beautifying and preserving the skin. The manufactures were J.B. Thorn, a chemist in London. And the U.S. agent was John A. Tarrant. Measures 2.75” x 2.75” x 2.” Some wear. Cole was a successful and long time druggist in Virginia City. A native of New York, Cole arrived at the Comstock in the early 1860s. He found work as a clerk for a drug store, but after only a year he was able to buy out his employer. For the next 40-years, Cole served the leading druggist for Virginia City [Ref: A History of the State of Nevada, Thomas Wren, 1904, p. 732]. - Jacobitz Collection

5" tall, ten to twelve known, most have chips, this example is pristine. - Jacobitz Collection

Front embossed “Dr. J. B. B. Lefevre/ Druggist/ Virginia City Nev.” No maker’s mark. Tooled top with cork. Aqua glass, rectangular bottle with small bubbles throughout. Lefevre came from a French drug store family that emigrated to California during the Gold Rush. He established his French Drugstore in Virginia City that was well known to the red light community; he catered to the needs of women. The Lefevre bottles are important to Nevada history because of their tie to a business that specifically catered to women and also to the brothel business. His function as a merchant supplying ladies of the evening with fancy erotic clothing, and tending to their specific medical needs was an up-front approach to business that made others uncomfortable. Few relics survive today from this trade, particularly those dating prior to 1900 [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol. II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Dose glass, "A.M. COLE DRUGGIST VIRGINIA CITY NEV." embossed on front, increments indicating "TABLE, DESSERT, TEA" on reverse. Allen M. Cole was noted as Nevada's senior druggist. Cole's Virginia City business still exists today, and is Nevada's longest running drug store business. Cole was a frugal businessman, and lived above his drug store. Measures 2" tall x 1.5 dia. Excellent condition. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 5 oval examples of different sizes: 1) A 5.75” oval with “B.F. Shaw/ Virginia City, Nev.” embossed on the front, long tapered neck. No maker’s mark on bottom. Clear glass, fractured lip, long chip in neck, multiple bubbles throughout, sick glass: milky stains, marbling, and iridescent patina. 2) A 5.25” oval with “B.F. Shaw/ Virginia City, Nev.” embossed on the front, long tapered neck. Bottom embossed “W.T. Co./ USA” maker’s mark. Straight neck. Clear glass, purple hue, no chips or cracks, and beautifully clean. 3) A 5.25” oval with beveled edges. Front embossed “Tho’s Woodliff/ Druggist & Apothecary/ Virginia City Nevada.” and no maker’s mark on bottom. Clear glass, purple hue, two deep chips in lip, and three tiny bubbles in body. 4) A 4.5” oval with “B.F. Shaw/ Virginia City, Nev.” embossed on the front, long tapered neck. Bottom embossed “W.T. Co./ USA” maker’s mark. Clear glass, faint interior staining, and no chips or cracks. 5) A 3.5” oval bottle embossed “Thos. Woodliff/ Druggist/ Virginia City, Nev.” on front and no maker’s mark. Clear glass, iridescence, small chip in lip, light interior staining and heavy staining on bottle rear. - Jacobitz Collection

Gorgeous drugstore bottle. Front embossed “Geo’ P. Morrill/ Apothecary/ Virginia City” with no maker’s mark on bottom. 6.75” tall x 2.75” wide. Applied top with run of glass at seam. Spectacular aqua glass with a large bubble on one side and a medium bubble in the top. Pristine. According to Fred Holabird’s forthcoming book, Nevada History through Glass—Vol2, George P. Morrill was a pioneer western druggist and soda manufacturer in Virginia City who was born in New Hampshire in 1828. His family with four brothers moved west for the California Gold Rush. While his brother Charles (J.C.) started early in the California Gold Rush as an apothecary, George was first recognized in the Langley San Francisco Directory in 1862. Competition in San Francisco in the wholesale and retail drug trade was tough in the early 1860s. The Morrill brothers were trying to break into a market that was controlled largely by 3 merchants: Crane & Brigham, R. McDonald, and Redington & Co. By late 1862, Morrill moved to Virginia City, where he bought part interest in the Warner & Muncton Drug Store with A.M. Cole. Morrill advertised in March and April 1863, when Sam Clemens (Mark Twain) was writing for the Territorial Enterprise, and the two must have known each other since Clemens sat in Goodwin’s office just across the street. Morrill’s business was distinctly local. He added other items as necessary for sales, exposure, and profit. His business produced a stunning embossed apothecary bottle from the Territorial period, c1862-1872. On 27 December 1872, Morrill declared bankruptcy, and on 20 March 1873 the store was assigned to R.E. Lowery at auction. The apothecary bottle most probably dates from 1863 when Morrill first opened his own drug store. The Morrill apothecary bottle is important to western glass and bottle collectors because it may be the first embossed apothecary bottle made on the west coast. - Jacobitz Collection

Three square examples: 4", 4.5", 4.5" tall. This is the only pattern of this fairly rare clear drug store that is only found in square bottles generally in the four ounce size. The bottles were made by Wiliam McCulley & Co. of Pittsburgh and marked with the typical CcC on the base. - Jacobitz Collection

Prized 9.5” tall, 2.75” wide square bottle. Embossed “Alpine/ Herb Bitters” on one side with the T&T Co. monogram embossed in a shield border on the opposite. The bottle carries no town name, which may suggest that the product was distributed in more than one city. Amber glass, applied top, bubbles throughout glass body, small chip in foot, 5 small chips and dings on side edge, and rough spots inside mouth. Thomas Taylor created embossed Alpine Herb Bitters bottles some time in the 1880s, and we know that they were produced and distributed throughout at least the 1888-1896 period [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 240]. There are only three other known examples of this particular bottle, making it a coveted addition to any enthusiast’s collection.

Lot of 4 square clear bottles from William A. Perkins, and 4 from August Lernhart drug stores. Perkins was listed as a chemist and druggist at 84 South C St. in the Langley Pacific Coast Business Directory for 1876-1878, published in 1875. Lernhart was a partner in a drug store with W. Biter at 33 N. C Street, known as Biter and Lernhart, and Biter & Co. in 1877. Shortly after, Lernhart bought out Biter, or they dissolved their partnership, and Lernhart probably moved to another location at 20 South C Street, The Pioneer Drug Store. Perkins' bottles all read "W. A. PERKINS VIRGINIA NEV." on their slug plates, whereas Lernhart's read, "A LERNHART DRUGGIST VIRGINIA CITY NEV." Perkins: 1) 5.5", bottom embossed W.T. & Co R, three small scratches right side, no chips or cracks; 2) 5", no chips or cracks; 3) 5", sick glass, flaw on lip, air bubbles; 4) 3.5", lip chip, small scratch left side. Lernhart: 1) 6.25", flaw lower slug plate, tiny deep crack right side; 2) bottom embossed W. T. & Co 0, milky white sick glass, no chips or cracks; 3) 4", chip on lip; 4) 3.5", air bubbles, three light scratches left side. [Ref: Nevada Bottle Book Vol II Drug Stores, Fred Holabird, p. 89, 118]. - Jacobitz Collection

One quart milk bottle with front embossing. Bottom bears the maker’s mark “DeLaval.” Clear glass, with several small bubbles and minimal staining. Albert W. Goble, who moved to Wells in 1888, bought the former Hamill-Meigs store and renamed it “A.W. Goble General Merchandise.” The store was one of several family-owned businesses on Front Street, and was later managed by Goble’s son, A.W. Goble Jr. President Grover Cleveland named fellow Democrat A.W. Goble Sr. the Wells Postmaster, a position he held until William McKinley was elected President four years later. In 1910, A.W. Goble Jr. started his own cattle business, operating the Goble Dairy on land that included, in part, the wetland meadows called the Humboldt Wells. After A.W. Goble Jr. passed away in 1968, the Wells Progress editor recalled, ‘as a youth, I can well remember how Mr. Goble used to haul all of us kids around in his milk truck while he was making deliveries. He was always willing to let the kids come down to his ranch in the winter months and go ice skating in his fields’ [Ref: Old Town Front Street Walking Tour, The Wells Chamber of Commerce, undated]. This bottle is considered rare, with fewer than five specimens known [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266]. - Ferraro Collection

From the Coble Dairy, this is a one quart clear glass dairy bottle. Of the three in existence, this is possibly the finest known. There is a matching cap, although it's labeled whipping cream. A very small chip out of the lip. Base has the name, DELAVAL embossed. - Jacobitz Collection

Slug reads, ONE QUART LIQUID WHEELERVILLE DAIRY on this very rare cream top style bottle. The design allowed the consumer to capture the risen cream with a small bulb neck. The cream, after depositing itself in the neck, could be removed with the use of a small metal ladle (also included in this lot, as well as instructions for use). Wheelerville was on the Wheeler Ranch in the southwest part of Reno that today is part of the Ballardini Ranch. The ranch apparently had an outlet store for its goods. This is the only Nevada dairy bottle with this cream top design, making it very desirable to collectors [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 5 graduated oval examples of different sizes: 7.25”, 6.5”, 5.25”, 3.75”, and 3” tall. Tooled tops. The tallest three are embossed “Steptoe Drug Co. Inc./ Prescription Specialists/ Ely-East Ely-McGill” on the front. The two smaller bottles are embossed “Steptoe Drug Co. Inc./ Ely-East Ely-McGill” on the front. Scalloped ribbed border on shoulders. All bottoms embossed “Blue Ribbon” maker’s marks. Clear glass, all but the 7.25” bottle are faintly purple, indicating the presence of manganese in their manufacturing. Small bubble on rear of 7.25” bottle; 6.5” stained on front and interior; 5.25” very clean, one bubble on rear; 3.75” stained; 3” stained. No chips or cracks in group. The Steptoe Drug Company was a business venture by David Bartley, Frank Millard, and J. H. Messinger. They invested $4,000 to start the company on 13 February 1908, and by 1909 they had three stores in operation in Ely, East Ely, and McGill. Steptoe is the only known Nevadan drugstore to have used bottles embossed with all three locations simultaneously. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of only known 4-piece set. (1) 11.75", front etched HUMBOLDT SODA WORKS WINNEMUCCA, NEV. with eagle symbol. Some bubbles and staining, siphon head and tube intact. Metal siphon head engraved H.S.W. (2) 11.75", front etched HUMBOLDT SODA WORKS WINNEMUCCA NEVADA. Staining, siphon head and tube intact, metal siphon head has small crack at edge, engraved HUMBOLDT SODA WKS. (3) 9" by 3" with footed base, front etched in large letters G.A.K. Clear glass, surface scratches, some bubbles and surface wear. Holds 8 ounces less than the larger seltzers, the only such smaller seltzer bottle known from Nevada, according to "Nevada History Through Glass, The Nevada Bottle Book, Volume I" by Fred N. Holabird. (4) 10" by 4" front etched G.A.K. WINNEMUCCA. Surface scratching and wear, some air bubbles, small crack in footed base but intact, clear glass. Holabird said, "There were several different bottles made for the Humboldt Soda Works. Gus Krenkle bottled his soda in an aqua Hutchinson soda bottle with his initials "G.A.K." None of the bottles were made with the Winnemucca town name, perhaps because of the horrible misspelling experienced by Henry Busch that Krenkle did not want to repeat. Busch's bottles bore the embossing "Minnemucca.""

Hutchinson style bottle with no stopper, tooled top. The seamed bottle has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is dark aqua in color. There is no maker's mark on the base. These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. Gus Krenkle opened his soda business in 1877. His business was originally known as the "Humboldt Soda & Bottling Works," and continued until 1906, when it was allegedly sold to a fellow named Albert Seeglier. Mint condition.

Hutchinson style bottle with gravity stopper, tooled top. The bottle has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is dark aqua in color. The glass is somewhat crude, with bubbles and swirl marks cast into it. There is no maker's mark on the base. These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. Henry Busch, born in Prussia, first opened his saloon in 1878, and started the "Winnemucca Bottling works in 1882. He later opened a hotel in 1887. He brought in a partner to help with the soda business in 1888, named C.D. McKay, to whom he later sold the bottling works. This why these later bottles read "& Co." Mint condition.

Hutchinson style bottle with gravity stopper, tooled top. The slug has embossed lettering, white in color. The bottle's heavy glass is light aqua in color. There is a maker's mark on the base, which reads "33." These bottles were designed and patented by William Roorbach in 1885. Henry Busch, born in Prussia, first opened his saloon in 1878, and started the "Winnemucca Bottling works in 1882. He later opened a hotel in 1887. He brought in a partner to help with the soda business in 1888, named C.D. McKay, to whom he later sold the bottling works. Mint condition. Note that the location is misspelled as "Minnemucca."

The perfect lot for collectors, crafters, artists, and 7-Up fans: 9 boxes of over 6,000 original, cork backed bottle caps from the early days of the Winnemucca 7-Up Bottling Company plant. Each box contains a different flavor of approximately 700 caps: red cap COLA, burgundy cap COLA, IMITATION GRAPE SODA, STRAWBERRY SODA, ORANGE SODA, VIC’S ROOT BEER, LIKE, turquoise CARBONATED SPARKLING WATER, and blue CARBONATED SPARKLING WATER. These mint, unused caps can be used to cap bottles, to make fridge magnets, creative mosaics, or other crafts, or to keep pristine.

An incredible collection of approximately 500,000 unused cork-backed bottle caps from the Winnemucca 7-Up Bottling Company plant. Within these 14 boxes you will find thousands of caps representing many flavors of soda: red cap COLA, burgundy cap COLA, IMITATION GRAPE SODA, STRAWBERRY SODA, ORANGE SODA, VIC’S ROOT BEER, LIKE, original 7-UP, turquoise CARBONATED SPARKLING WATER, and blue CARBONATED SPARKLING WATER. These mint, unused caps can be used to cap bottles, to make fridge magnets, creative mosaics, or other crafts, or to keep pristine. Let your imagination go wild!

This is a chance for anyone who's ever wanted to be in the soda bottling business. The lot includes over 350 unused bottles in the original wood crates, thousands of unused bottle caps and even unused receipt books to bill your clients. The bottles and caps bear the logo of "VIC'S" soda and are printed with different flavors. Located in Winnemucca, Vic's was bottled at the 7UP plant back in the 1950s. The company has long since closed down, so now is your chance to start your own soda empire.

Slug reads, LAZY T RANCH TALLMAN on this clear glass one quart dairy bottle. The Tallman family settled at Winnemucca, where in 1931 they purchased the Tallman Lazy T Dairy at Grass Valley. That same year, John B.Tallman and his father helped chart the Humboldt River. The family was also involved in mining, lumber and the establishment of the Humboldt County Fair and Rodeo Association. This piece is in excellent condition and rated X (Extremely rare, with one or two specimens known) [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Extremely rare seltzer bottle, measuring about 12", including top, by approximately 4". Top, with intact siphon tube, bears remnants of blue paint and is engraved “Imperial S. W. Co.” The circular front etching is inscribed “Johnson & Ramdohr/ Winnemucca, Nev.” around an ornate “R&J” logo. Footed bottom bears an ornate winged shield, “Made in Austria” maker’s mark etching. Clear glass, small chip on shoulder, few small bubbles, residual moisture and staining within the seltzer. Johnson and Ramdohr purchased the Winnemucca Bottling Works in 1901 and operated it until about 1907. Harry Ramdohr was known in the area as a “shady figure” [as quoted in Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 155].This bottle is considered extremely rare, and is a beautiful example of a Winnemucca seltzer.

Lot of 2 from the Winnemucca Dairy. 1) One quart. Some wear. The bottle still has a paper top that reads “Pasteurized Milk, Yerington Dairy.” 2) One pint, some wear including a small chip on the top. It also has a purple color. Also has a paper top that reads “Portola Dairy Market, Raw Market.” Both slug plates read “Winnemucca Dairy, Joseph Scott, Prop.” These bottles are very rare, only a handful of others are known to exist [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass,Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

This Winnemucca’s 7-Up Bottling Company archive consists of 7 bankers boxes full of documents, receipts, invoices, memos, packing slips, notes, and other business records. Each box contains between 2,000 and 4,000 documents. The papers in this archive pertain to every location in the area with which the Winnemucca plant did business, including gas stations, hotels, casinos, and other local businesses with vending machines.

5.75" tall, rectangular, smooth collar, nice condition. - Jacobitz Collection

A 2” dose glass. Slug embossed “Van Alstine/ of/ Yerington”. The rear of the glass is embossed “Table/ Dessert/ Tea” to the right of three etched lines. The bottom is embossed “W.T. Co./ AM/ U.S.A.” Clear glass, pristine. Ney Van Alstine born in Nevada in 1885, received his Nevada Pharmacy License on 15 May 1913 [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass: The Nevada Bottle Book—Vol 2, Fred Holabird, p. 188]. He and Harry Warren owned and operated the Yerington Drug Company through at least 1920 [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass: The Nevada Bottle Book—Vol 2, Fred Holabird, p. 188]. This dose glass is one of perhaps six known modern embossed dose glasses. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3. 1) Half pint, some wear. 2) One pint, paper top reads “Portola Dairy Raw Market. Some wear” 3) One quart, little wear. These bottles are scarce, about 5 to 10 others are known [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol I, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Ferraro Collection

Lot of 2: 1) 6 ounce, 6.5" tall; graduation marks along both left and right sides of bottle front. Small, minor impact marks at top. Near mint condition; 2) 3 7/8" tall, 3 ounce. "there is one embossed pattern of this drug bottle which probably dates to the 1909-1912 period. There are about ten specimens known today" [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol II, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 5 from the years 1987,1989,1991,1992 and 1994. All proofs come with cases and boxes as well as protective plastic holders. The proofs were made at the San Francisco and Philadelphia Mint and are 99.9% silver. The American Silver Eagle is the official silver bullion coin of the United States. It was first released by the United States Mint on November 24, 1986. Three mints produce the Silver Eagle, they are; the Philadelphia Mint, the San Francisco Mint, and the West Point Mint.[United States Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service. January 7, 2010. p. 47. Retrieved January 12, 2010].

Lot of 7 frames: 1)

In January, 1851 the U.S. Assay Office in San Francisco awarded the coining contract to Moffat & Co. and assasyer Augustus Humbert, formerly a New York watchcase maker, begin striking coins. Only $50 "slugs" or ingots were authorized at the assay office, but they were readily accepted in the frenzied California Gold Rush. "When the new official gold coins were issued, they provided the citizens with a universally accepted medium of exchange. As a result, most of the private gold coins in circulation were brought to the United States Assay Office and remade into new coins at their intrinsic gold value of $20.64 an ounce." [Kagin, "Private Gold coins and Patterns of the United States," pg. 89]. One of three reeded edge varieties, this example is a Kagin 5, 1851 Fifty Dolls, 880 thous. "Target" Reverse. Uncertified due to the smoothing and repair of several rim knicks on the corner edges. Obverse lettering intact with underlying luster, strong strike but cleaned. The reverse has two minor nicks with some central reworking evident. This slug even with some problems has good eye appeal and full lettering. Kagin cites this issue a low R5 rarity. A similar piece sold at a Bonham's auction in September 2011 for $22,230 including premium.

Octagonal, full size polished brass blank slug. "U.S.A./ This Is A/ Blank/ Fifty/ Dollar/ Piece/ In Pure/ Brass" is printed in very small punched letters along the edges. Highly polished brass, in the style of pre-1900 pieces. Unique to our knowledge.

6 uncertified XF-AU: 1923 Monroe Doctrine Centennial (4), 1925 Stone Mountain Memorial, 1926 Lexington Concord Sesquicentennial.

Lot of nine circulated half dollars: 1918 Illinois, XF; 1920 Pilgrim, XF; 1922 Grant, XF; 1923 Monroe, VF; 1925 Norse, XF; 1925 Huguenot, VF; 1925 Stone Mountain, VF; 1926 Sesquicentennial, VG; 1926 Oregon Trail, XF.

The obverse is engraved with “999 Fine. Value $7.27.”The reverse has “Ozs. 5.64 no. 362.”There is also an seal of an eagle, which is exactly the same vignette of used by the U.S. Mint on document and ledgers from the 19th Century. It’s method of manufacture is quite similar to the Nevada Silver Mining Co.

Lot of six frames of four notes: 1) uncut sheet of Citizens Bank of Louisiana $20; 2) uncut sheet of Hagerstown Bank $5 and $10; 3) uncut sheet of Canal & Banking Co. $5; 4) Citizens' Bank of Louisiana $100; 5) Canal Bank of New Orleans $10; Tradesmen's Bank in the City of New York $1, $2, $5, & $10; also framed "Men in Currency" depicting the faces on American currency from George Washington to Salmon P. Chase.

A questionable silver ingot stamped No. 11. A refined product, the Goldfield Ledge is not a known district. 6.28 oz., .999 S. 3 1/4 x 1 x 1/4". Although there was a Goldfield Ledge Mining company, it was located in a gold mining district. If this was produced as a presentation piece, we'll never know. - Jacobitz Collection

Copy of 1803 $10 gold piece, this brass counter was certified EF40 details, scratched.

The Massachusetts and California Company stocks are among the most desirable of the private gold coin related ephemera. At present there are three of these certificates known to the author. All three have been in private collections for at least thirty years. None of the three have been filled out. The piece clearly dates from 1849. They were to have been issued at the North Hampton office for the company. These certificates are important because this company left Boston for California in January of 1849, arriving in San Francisco in August with 49 passengers. The company's President, Josiah Hayden, was a gold pen manufacturer. His son, William, was the company's assayer, and a veteran of the U.S. Mint system. Private gold coins are known from this firm. Brown stains along right edge and foxing along lower half.

Lot of 22, mostly Washington commemoratives. Worthy of inspection. Provenance Bowers & Merena Auction Sept 1986.

Three beautiful issues from Medallic Art. Co.: 1959 Alaska Statehood, 1970 South Carolina Tricenntenial, 1965 Centennial of the Statue of Liberty.

Octogonal 5/8" wide gold replica of an 1852 $50 gold slug, set in bezel in original jewelry case labeled wells Fargo & Co. A beautiful pendent. - Jacobitz Collection

Cigarette lighter with a 1880 Morgan Dollar on one side, and a medal depicting the state seal of Nevada on the reverse. - Jacobitz Collection

This is a great and fun piece to add to any saloon collection. Made out of aluminum, it measures 1.30" folded and 2” unfolded. Has the regular obverse face of a silver dollar, with the exception of the words “pure rye” instead of a year. Very little wear, made in the US. - Jacobitz Collection

This original group of 1884-O and 1885-O uncirculated Morgan Dollar rolls come to us from one of the Reno Gaming Families. Rudolph A.G. Semenza collected these as a vault manager of a Reno casino in the late 1950s and early 1960s. They are in the original paper wrappers, and two of the lots have the original metal boxes these coins were stored in, the way it was done in Nevada casinos in the 1960s. The coins have not been removed from the wrappers and checked. Numis square coin tubes have been provided for the first removal of the uncirculated coins from the wrappers. Our first lot is 2 rolls, one of each date.

One roll each 1884-O and 1885-O. Plus the metal storage box.

Lot of 4: Two each, 1884-O and 1885-O.

One roll each 1884-O and 1885-O.

One roll each, 1884-O and 1885-O.

One roll each 1884-O, 1885-O plus the metal storage box.

Two rolls of 1884-O.

Two rolls of 1885-O.

One roll each 1884-O, 1885-O.

1922 silver Peace dollar with punched out liberty face with 20 inch silver chain and bezel. In a Michael and Sons fine jewelry box.

Lot of 2: "A Guide Book of United States Fractional Currency," by Matt Rothert c1963; "Adams' Official Premium List of United States Private and Territorial Gold Coins," by Edgar H. Adams, c1909. - Jacobitz Collection

Debossed “Silver Star” with a star at each corner of the front nameplate, 8.5 x 18 x1.25.” On the back is shipping information in black paint, barely readable “H. I. W. / G-1497/ Honolulu, HI.” This ingot was found in Sacramento. We were unable to find any information on the company. I believe the Silver Star is a name for a smelter. We analyzed cuttings from this ingot under an SEM/EDS at American Assay Labs in Sparks. The ingot is a low quality zinc ingot, with a texture that we think shows older and more crude metallurgical construction, with many impurities. There is no silver. Zinc historically was mined in New Jersey near Franklin, such as New Jersey Zinc. There were a number of zinc smelters in the region, and there are numerous Silver Star mining districts in the Western United States, including one in Idaho The Silver Star Mine, located about 30 miles from Ketcham, ID had a smelter at Ketcham in the 1890s to handle their zinc, which ran as high as 17% in the ore [History of Idaho, Lewis Publishing Co., pg. 441]. This is the only record we could find of a smelter with the same name. There is also a Silver Star smelter in China, that may pre-date WWII. Zinc was also mined in the upper Mississippi Valley region along with lead – in fact, a young George Hearst lived within a mile of one of the main lead/zinc mines in Missouri in his childhood. I suspect the ingot is pre-1900 based on appearance, construction and internal texture, but we simply don’t know. Regardless, this is the best antiquarian zinc ingot we’ve ever had or seen in any of the museums.

Weighs 5.25 troy oz and measures 3.50” x 1.” Engraved on one side of the ingot is “Silver Fine 655, Gold Fine 35.8.” The other side reads “Silver Value $4.45, Gold Value $3.88, Total Value $8.33. This original silver-gold ingot shows two assay chips from the same corner. Its rectangle shape leads to the conclusion that it was used in mining exhibitions. It would have been placed next to ore specimens from mines.

Lot of 3: 1) 1794, Talbot, Allum & Lee, 1c, New York, VG; 2) 1783, Washington Small Bust, engraved edge; 3) St. Patrick "farthing", AG3.

Shows "Trade dollar to Gold Coin to Subsidiary Coin (silver and gold value). American dollar equivalency handwritten in pencil at bottom right. Chart in large letters shows the weights of specific coins and any allowed deviation for normal ware. It is clearly made for use by banks and bullion dealers and shows how many ounces of silver or gold are contained in bags of coins of specific size. For example, a $1000.00 bag of trade dollars contains 875 troy oz of silver and $1000 bag of “American Dollars” contains 859.375 troy ounces of silver. The chart is made on thick card stock and is a classic representation of the coin and bullion business from the gut of the most productive mining era of the 1870s. (Top and bottom edges have been slightly cropped in this photograph Good condition. 10" x 11".

Canvas bag 8 x 12 inches labeled "WF & Co. / Express / Silver Coin." - Jacobitz Collection

HK 296, this silver medal is housed in the original presentation case, making it`s rarity R-7 (11-20 known) rather than the medal`s R-5. Struck in 1902 for the company`s semicentennial, it was presented to employees of more than one year. - Jacobitz Collection

NGC Certified. 50C, round. Washington- Miner/ Pick Ex: Vigil Brand.

Ingot weighs 5.11 oz and measures 2.10” x 1.45.” The state of Arizona is engraved in on the left side with the words “Reg. No. 5479” within it.” Also engraved on the ingot is “.720 Fine” and “Nom 21.” A few gold ingots were made from the same mold and at least one has been made into an elaborate bolo tie clasp.

Lot of 6 ingots marked DM&MCO and measure 3.75" x 1.75" x 1." Average weight: 1 lb. 10 oz. These ingots are possibly from the Detroit Mining and Milling Co., which may have been associated with the Detroit Copper Mining Company. The company was co-founded by Captain E. B. Ward, a wealthy steamboat owner from Detroit, Michigan, and William Church, a mine speculator from Denver, Colorado. The company consisted of 145 mining claims near Morenci and the mines produced the "Detroit lode," which yielded about 140 pounds of copper per ton of ore mined. Detroit Copper Mining Company was the only company of any size to operate in the area until 1900 and the company also owned a large store, a hotel, and considerable amounts of additional property in and around Morenci. Fred Holabird speculates that these bars may have been sold to tourists after the turn of the century, perhaps at the company owned store or hotel. As technology advanced and America began to electrify, a huge need for copper arose and resulting in a "Copper Boom."

Thorne Mining Co., Silver Assay Ingot, Eureka District of Arizona. Measures approximately 2 inches x 1 inch x .25 inch thick. This is an original, "Thorne Mining and Refining Co.," Silver Ingot, Eureka District of Arizona, with the unique, company mining scale logo stamped at top, along with the official weight and purity and serial number, below. The ingot contains no gold, the silver is .9998 fine, weighs 3.11 troy ounces, and was valued at the time of manufacture at $4. The serial number for this bar is 242. Thorne Mining & Refining Co. was operating around the 1890s in the Eureka District of Arizona. The Thorne ingots have been attributed to Prescott, Arizona from the 1890s. We were unable to verify this, and assume it was an assumption by prior writers, rather than hard fact. We found two companies of similar name, and a miner and prospector with the same name. A) Dan C. Thorn (e) (spelled both ways) was a miner in the Congress and Prescott area from the 1890s through about 1905, living in the Eureka district not too far from Bagdad, the site of a major open pit copper mine in later years. Thorn sold his claim groups in Congress in 1895-7 which were bought by the C. Clark Distillery of Illinois. Thorn lived in Prescott for some time. His father built the Palace Bar, a well known “watering hole.” There is no record of a Thorne Mining & Refining Co. in the Prescott records [Ref: Arizona Mining Directory of 1903 by Millward; Sharlot Hall Museum (Prescott) biographical file on Dan Thorn(e). B) The Thorne Copper Mining & Reduction Co. was based in Hawthorne, Esmeralda Co., Nevada. Stevens in 1908 wrote that this company had some “twin” companies with similar names that were all active around Walker Lake. We were unable to find specific reference to the Thorne Mining & Reduction Co., but it could certainly be one of the Esmeralda properties [Ref: Copper Handbook v8 p 1317] C) A third reference needs to be checked out. There was a Thorne, Alaska that was an active gold area. In 1927-8, the Thorne Arm Mining Co. was active on the Thorne Arm on Revillagigedo Island [Ref: Mines Handbook, p 235]. More work is needed to identify the source of this ingot. "These ingots have long been thought to be a creation of the 1950s. However, I finally did find an original 1904 ledger from Arizona for this exact same name company. The style of manufacture, however, does not generally lend itself to an early 1900s bar - it is similar in many respects to the Hoard ingots, which are not from the 19th century." [Ref: Fred Holabird].

Postal notes were a specialized form of money that was a successor to fractional currency. They were issued to provide a form of currency that could be sent safely to other locations in America. They were first issued on September 3, 1883. Notes of this day of issue are Extremely Rare, as one might expect, but rarer still if from remote western towns. Among first day notes from Arizona this may be one of only two extant, with another first day note from Phoenix known to the author. This piece was from the Shingoethe Collection. Serial No. 53 This is, to our knowledge, the earliest known note from Arizona. The notes were designed to resemble currency and this note was made by the Homer Lee Bank Note Company, identified as Type 1, printed on yellow paper. The note is in very fine condition

Lot of 4 pieces. 1) 1862 receipt from the San Francisco Mint $1039.96 gold value, signed by C.T.H. Palmer for Wells Fargo. 2) The Gould & Curry Assay Office receipt for 253 lbs. of bullions in 3 sacks from the Savage Mining Company, 1867. 3) Carson City Mint receipt dated 1891 for $118.33 worth of gold bullion. 4) Eagle Ore Co. of Victor, CO receipt dated 1917 for $112.59 value of ore from the Stratton Cripple Creek M.& D. Co.

Capitol Plastics holder of 5 Cal fractionals: two 25 cent, three 50 cent.

Lot of 3: 1) silver .999, 141 grams, 61mm, Medallic Art Co. Of New York; obv.: grizzly bear, rev.: pioneers; 2) bronze same dies; 3) dollar size same motif in copper, certified MS69 by National Numismatic Certification. The first two medals are in the original box with paperwork.

Choice rare $20 1852-dated brass. AU details, improperly cleaned.

1) "The Dollar of 1804" copyrighted limited edition lithograph No. 348 of 1804, complete with Certificate of Authenticity. The original artwork was painted by Charles Stoll in 1887 for James V. Dexter. The frame measures 29"H x 21"W. and is double-matted. At the base is a replica 1804 Liberty Silver Dollar. 2) A framed series of genuine One Dollar Bills with a detailed explanation of FederalRFederal Reserveprinting symbols, letters, and numbers on the reverse of the frame. Measures 17" x 12".

Gold Medallion commemorating "California Gold Discovery Day" at Sutter's Mill by John Marshall. 18 Karat gold, .94 Troy Oz. approx. 1.25" in diameter. Excellent condition. Rare. - Art Kagin Collection

Possibly Unique, $20 scrip, unissued, printed by the Coso Mining News. There are green under print vignettes of cattle, and a large “20.00”. The Defiance was the largest and most important mine at Darwin. At one point in the 1870s through the early 1900s the company was so large and having so many employees that separate small employee bunk houses were constructed all over the hillside, below the mine, and in the upper part of Darwin. This note is so rare that is was unknown to most of Inyo County collectors until now. The mine was probably discovered in the 1860s, during the activity at Coso and Cerro Gordo about 1863. By 1875 the mine was the largest producing mine in Darwin with major mining and milling works. It is most likely from this period around 1875 that this scrip was issued. Uncirculated, uncertified. Ex Fritz Weber, June 1970. From the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection.

Lot of 2. F.W. Braun cast iron ingot mold marked with his name on the top rim. On opposite rim is: 96.OZC.AU.OZS. Measures 2.5” x 4.5” long excluding a 1” “handle on each end, and is 2”tall. The lead ingot is trapezoidal with the bottom area smaller than the top area. Top measures 2” x 4” and bottom measures 1” x 3.” Height is approximately 1.5.” F.W. Braun placed an ad in Mines and Minerals Magazine in 1901 for ore crushers and pulverizers used in assaying work. This may be the same man who worked with Lucien Brunswig in the pharmaceutical business around this same time and in the same area. - Jacobitz Collection

Obverse “Designed Arrangements & Prizes Presented By Warren & Son of Sacramento City California.” Reverse “Agricultural & Horticultural Exhibition. Sac, City Cal.”

An uncut sheet of four American Bank Note Company proofs for The Banking House of F. Argenti & Company. Notes are on heavy bond paper, with "Property of American Bank Note Company stamped on the reverse. There is no writing other than a small ink notation "850 E3" on the obverse and other very faint pencil marks. Notes are in three denominations $50, $100, $500 and $1,000. Other than the aforementioned marks, notes are in mint condition, no tears, folds or dog ears. Engraved with the imprint of Rawdon, Hatch and Edson of New York. Felix Argenti, along with partner T. Allen organized the San Francisco based banking house in 1849. In early 1850, the firm decided to put printed bank notes into circulation in California without success. In 1854 they stopped accepting deposits but continued to sell exchange on banks in France and England. The company went bankrupt and closed its doors May 3, 1856. [Ref: Donald Kagin, Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United State-1981]. In 2007, a single $1,000 note sold at the Stack's Auction for almost $22,000. So, you can see the bargain that's available here.

Extremely rare and possibly Unique one dollar gold note issued by the firm of Bradley & Rulofson, San Francisco. It was payable in photographs of the bearer. “Equivalent for a $1 Gold Note”, which did not exist. Bradley & Rulofson were professional photographers based in San Francisco. The note advertises the pair was awarded for “The Best Photograph in the United States”. There is a vignette of a boy to the left and a mining scene with a train in the background to the right. Four vignettes on back, a beehive at left, a woman holding sword and scale, and the obverse and reverse of a large medal awarded the pair at an expo in Philadelphia in 1874. Bradley opened a daguerrian gallery in San Francisco about 1850. Henry W. Bradley and William Rulofson became partners in 1863 in San Francisco and remained as such until Rulofson's death in 1878. The firm continued under that name through 1889, surviving a bankruptcy in 1877. Rulofson died when he fell off the roof of the photo gallery. Some considered it a possible suicide, perhaps a result of the bankruptcy. Rulofson was an experienced photographer who came to California during the early part of the gold rush in 1848. They not only ran the San Francisco gallery but also operated as traveling photographers. This note is in Fine condition, but looks Very Fine. [Ref: Biographies of Western Photographers by Carl Mautz] From the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection.

One Dollar share note. “Shares one dollar” “Second California Art Union” “$85,000 in shares of $1.00 each” Printed by B. F. Butler, San Francisco, no date. Printed signature of J. C. Duncan at lower right. Blue paper. On the reverse is “1853” in pencil. This note, or share certificate, is certainly one of the most important notes to surface in recent years. Joseph C. Duncan came to San Francisco and the Gold Rush in 1850. Born in Philadelphia, he managed a magazine in Illinois before managing the New Orleans Crescent in 1848. Caught up with the news of the gold rush, he ventured to California to enter the printing trade, probably one of the first in that business. His press was destroyed in 1851, causing Duncan to explore other businesses, including real estate. Duncan was an advanced art aficionado. He was “characterized as one of the first to introduce and encourage art in a liberal and critical spirit”, as noted by editors Starr and Orsi in “Rooted In Barbarous Soil” published in 2000. He was the first president of the San Francisco Art Association. As a collector, Duncan acquired many quality paintings and along the way met many of the art dealers of Europe. During 1853 and 1854 he travelled to Europe where he bought a large number of paintings by many of the great artists of Europe, including Van Dyke. During the trip he concocted a marketing scheme of utter brilliance. His gallery on Montgomery Street was perfectly situated for the paintings to be seen by the wealth of San Francisco. His salesroom was known as the Duncan’s Chinese Salesroom, and the scheme involved the forming of the second California Art Union. The property of the Union was the group of paintings he acquired in Europe, which he transferred to the stockholders through the sale of his One Dollar notes. The First California Art Union was formed in 1850 by an Act of the State Legislature authorizing the Trustees of the Union to “save and distribute Art.” Duncan, an avid art collector and promoter, seized on the original idea and went a step or two further, creating the second Art Union. Once the paintings were on display in Duncan’s studio on Montgomery Street, the sale of notes began. “In a scheme perfectly suited to the reckless, gambling, go-ahead spirit of the gold rush, Californians purchased 100,000 tickets (shares or notes) at $1 each, which, in mid-November were drawn from a wheel of fortune at the Metropolitan Theatre. Over the course of two days, in a great spectacle that provided entertainment and promoted culture, 6,000 superb articles were distributed to the crush of excited Californians who jammed the theatre.” (Starr & Orsi). The paintings and art were given away to shareholders (those with the notes) in lottery style. An interesting side bar is that historians maintain Duncan sold 100,000 notes, but the note itself shows 85,000. Did Duncan really sell 15,000 more? Is the inflated number an historical exaggeration? Probably the latter, but only more research will tell. The event was wildly successful, in any case. By 1856, Duncan bought or formed the Daily Globe and later the California Home Journal, an artsy magazine sometimes available to collectors today. He organized the Pioneer Bank of Savings and Deposit sometime after the 1855 bank crash created by Adams & Co. BY 1875, Duncan’s bank had more than $1.1 million in deposits. He also formed the Safe Deposit Company of San Francisco in 1874, complete with its own four story stone building. Unfortunately, both of these banks failed in 1877 amid many charges, of which Duncan was later exonerated. [Cross, History of Banking in California] This piece is presently one of two known (R8) to the author. It is printed in classic California Gold Rush style. The serial number is hand written, and this specimen has a code of some sort written above “California.” This is serial number 53,496.

The San Francisco Mint ingots appear with different forms of the stamped vignettes: a shorter eagle looking left in an oval, and a more evenly proportioned eagle within a circle. It has been assumed that the oval eagle pattern is older, and while this may be so, no proof has been found in a thorough literature search. Silver bars could be obtained at the San Francisco Mint in the 1930s and 40s on request for either payment of their values or assayed silver submitted for refining. The circular patterns with dates are all post-1945. This flat ingot was produced at the Mint of the United States at San Francisco, 999.75 fine, weighing 27.26 ounces. It is 3.75" wide, 3" tall and 0.5" deep. Numbers 208 and 266 are on the obverse, and 1861 on the side. These flat ingots are thought to be coining ingots. The left facing eagle vignette is oval, 1.25" by 0.75" inch.

This small ingot made in a classic nineteenth century trapezoidal mould for an approximate 5 ounce ingot, is punched “”Amalg Plates”/ “S. F. N. & P. Works”/ “68 to 74 First St. S. F.”. It measures 2” x ¾” x ½” and weighs 3.41 troy ounces . It has a highly oxidized surface, indicative of a buried item. The ingot has a brass coloration underneath the oxidation. The San Francisco Novelty and Plating Works was the creation of William E. Shepman and A. Rudgear, both of San Francisco. Shepman had owned and managed the Pacific Plating Works, and Rudgear had managed the Chicago Nickel Plating Works, both in San Francisco. Shepman’s business was perhaps the most prominent of all the San Francisco plating businesses. In 1885 or 1886, the pair joined forces, with Shepman as President, and Rudgear as Manager, first located at 108 Front Street. In 1888 or 1889, the company moved to larger quarters on the northwest corner of Mission and First Street, where this ingot was made, probably about that time. This is a new discovery piece.

Lot of 2. These ledgers show ingot submissions from the western states. Entries include deposits from Alaska, Colorado, Nevada, and California. Of particular interest are the California submissions from the Yellow Aster Mining Company. Both books show Deposits of Gold Bullion (printed at the top of each page) written in manuscript by the clerk at the San Francisco Mint. Weigh Clerk's Book of Deposits of Bullion "#19" dates June 1, 1915 to February 19, 1916. Book 2 "#20" dates February 21, 1916 to January 31, 1917. Book 1 has slight wear including 6 worm holes through the bottom of the sheets and boards. Book 2 has additional worm holes through the boards and lower portions of the ledger sheets. Both are bound in white covers and were bound by the U.S. Government Bindery. Spines are tight and the sheets are legible and clean otherwise. Both 13" x 18".

Silver ingot with "MINT OF THE UNITED STATES AT SAN FRANCISCO" seal with Eagle stamped on front side, along with number 1444, and 999.9 FINE. Stamps. Reverse indicates 5.88 OZS stamped in. Measures approx. 2"Lx 1 3/16"Wx 3/8"T. - Art Kagin Collection

A $5 National Bank Note drawn on The First National Bank of Sonora. It is 1929 series, Charter No. 7202, serial No. F004266A. Bill is in good condition. From 1863 to 1935, National Bank Notes were issued by banks throughout the country and in U.S. territories. Banks with a federal charter would deposit bonds in the U.S. Treasury. The banks then could print banknotes worth up to 90% of the value of the bonds. The federal government would back the value of the notes - the issuance of which created a demand for the government bonds needed to back them. The program was a form of monetization of the Federal debt. Bonds eligible as collateral for posting to the Treasury were said to have the "circulation privilege" and the interest they bore provided seignior age to the National Banks. Through much of their earlier history of issue, national banknotes used designs in which the issuing bank's name was prominently displayed, rather than "The United States Of America" [Ref: Paper Money of the United States, Arthur L. Friedberg and Ira S. Friedberg, 2001].

The Knights Templar held national gatherings in prominent cities every three years known as the Triennial Conclave. The 25th Triennial Conclave was held in Denver in August 1892 and attended by Knights Templar Commanderies from all over the United States. As the Silver Anniversary conclave, it took on much added significance. The conclaves of the Knights Templar, as well as special gatherings of other fraternal organizations, often were great celebrations held in conjunction with a public parade. These parades featured the members in full formal regalia. The costumes of the Templars are among the most colorful and artistic of the many fraternal organizations. Their members, as well as those of other fraternal organizations, commonly took part in parades. At their triennial conclaves, the hosting venue created and presented unique special awards to the commandery drill team that presented the best “Exhibition Drill.” On this special 25th Conclave commemorating the “silver anniversary” of the American Conclaves, a special award was presented to the Chicago St. Bernard Commandery, Number 35, by the Denver Chamber of Commerce whose names are engraved on the ingot. The beautiful scene of the Mount of the Holy Cross on the front face of the ingot is significant. The original Templars were formed by a group of nine Knights from the Champagne region of France in about 1119, formed to protect pilgrims traveling to and visiting Holy places. The growth of the organization, their political influence, power, rise and fall, have all been well chronicled in many scholarly works. The Templars are most well known for the banking system they initiated originally to safeguard property and money of pilgrims voyaging to the Holy Land. Their symbol was a Knight with a cross and a sword. The cross carried great symbolism, and as such, the cross of Mount Holy Cross became a symbol for the Templars within the United States. The 25th Conclave held in Denver was destined to be special. Colorado was legend for its silver mines and this was the Templars silver anniversary. The Mount of Holy Cross, itself a natural symbol of the Holy Cross as well as a Templar emblem, is located in central Colorado near Leadville. It was thought to be first ascended by explorer Francis V. Hayden and famous Colorado photographer William H. Jackson in 1873, who were specifically exploring for a mountain with a “Holy Cross” on it that had been mentioned by several pioneers. Jackson captured this famous scene in a number of photographs, and the engraving on the ingot is taken from one of these photos. The “Holy Cross” on the mountain is a product of snow-filled, naturally occurring eroded faults and fractures in the north east face of the mountain. When Jackson photographed it, and sketches of his photographs were subsequently distributed to national press, it moved the nation. Celebrated landscape artist Thomas Moran visited the site a year later in 1874 and painted the scene, a famous painting today (held by the Maine Historical Society). With the Conclave being held in Denver and the Templar’s tie to Mount Holy Cross, it was intuitive that the Denver elite would create a memorable commemorative presentation piece that would capture the importance of Denver and Colorado’s silver mining industry as well as the symbolism of the Knights Templar. An engraved silver ingot was perfect. With luck, it would endure the centuries. The Chamber of Commerce Committee probably secured the silver from its key mining member, Edward Eddy, General Manager of the largest smelter in Denver, the Omaha and Grant Smelting & Refining Co. The group arranged with one of the dozen or so Denver engravers to create the ornate scenes, vignettes and creative mastery that adorns the ingot today. Throughout history, the Templars have shunned publicity, particularly on an individual basis– indeed, even in the written histories of Colorado, the name of the group is rarely mentioned; however, this event was well publicized in the Denver’s newspapers including the Rocky Mountain News as well as in the Chicago, Daily Inter Ocean, home of the St. Bernard Commandery, No. 35. The Knights were usually composed of the leading citizens in their community and although fairly secretive, their annual conclaves were quite public affairs, lavishly celebrated and accompanied with a generous amount of pomp and ceremony. The 25th Triennial Conclave was no exception and some 35,000 visitors arrived in Denver for the festivities (on the first day alone!) with perhaps a quarter of them being Knights representing every major city in the United States. Two hundred eastern trains arrived in one day carrying participants and visitors alike. A special contract carried out by the Denver Consolidated Electric Company illuminated miles of the Denver’s streets with colored stringers and powerful searchlights. The St. Bernard Commandery drill team from Chicago, under the direction of Sir Adam Henry Johnson, gave an exhibition that outclassed their rivals. The Chicago drill team was so polished, that awards at the conclaves had been suspended because the Chicago Commandery always won. This created internal grumbling, but it was decided to once again open up the competition for the 25th conclave. This was an event that was great for Denver’s businesses and the Denver Chamber of Commerce Committee was committed to its success making the event as a whole, especially the day of the parade as a “day to shine” for their Mountain city and one that the Knights Templar would never forget. The Men of the Knights Templar Ingot The presenting body of the ingot was made up of some of the most well known business men in Denver. The names of seven officers and directors of the Denver Chamber of Commerce Committee that presented the ingot are engraved on one end. When we look at history of the names of the group that are on the ingot, we understand why they were part of the Knights Templar. These men are all about their charity to humankind. Their own personal accomplishments cited below were difficult to locate, often rendered to pages of newspapers and select reference works. The classic biographical works on Colorado have little or nothing on any of these men. The men of Denver as presenters of the Knights Templar Silver ingot: W. R. Harp - Harp was a founder and superintendent of the Royal Gorge Smelting Co. located in Canon City founded in Jan. 1883. In 1895 he had moved to Leadville managing the Union Smelter and participated as the Grand Marshall of their Leadville Ice Palace Festival in January of 1896. Edward Eddy – (1840-1896) Eddy, born in Cornwall England, was a professional mining man from the get-go. He graduated from the Kennsington School of Mines, worked in the mines of Cornwall, becoming an expert at the milling processes and in sampling techniques. He arrived in Georgetown, Colorado in 1871 and built what was reputed to be the first successful concentrating plant in Colorado. Eddy partnered with William H. James starting the Silver Plume Sampling and Concentrating Works. After succeeding well at milling and sampling works in Georgetown, he ventured to Leadville, where he moved in 1878, setting up a sampling works (and mill?) by July, 1878. His business was so successful that he began buying up mines in Leadville, some with his friend and partner James, amassing a small fortune. At one time he and James were part owner of the Robert E. Lee mine, which they sold for $50,000, but it later sold for over $200,000. In 1880, as production at Leadville boomed, he merged with James B. Grant’s smelting company, and the duo became one of the most powerful regional smelters. Eddy stayed with the new company as the General Manager of the Omaha and Grant Smelting and Refining Company, which was ultimately the largest smelter in Denver located where the Denver Coliseum stands today. This smelting company was one of the most successful in America, and became one of the original eleven principal companies purchased by the Guggenheim group in 1899 which became known as ASARCO. Later they merged with the James B. Grant’s Smelting business called the Grant Smelting Co. The company moved to Denver in 1882 from Leadville. It is most probable that Eddy supplied the silver for the ingot. Eddy nearly didn’t make it long enough to supply the silver for this ingot. In November, 1879, he and four others needed to get to Leadville from South Park. The train was snowbound by a sudden severe storm, and the group decided to take the stage to Leadville over the mountains. About eleven miles from Leadville, everything changed. The snow was so difficult, that the stage broke over the edge of the road, tumbling down a steep mountainside, overturning several times, landing on its top. The horses ran off, but a doctor was onboard to address the wounds. One was killed. Eddy and the others survived, though several were reportedly in serious condition. His smelter used a different technology to recover silver and lead than the two other Denver competitors, the Boston and Colorado smelters. Ore was transported from the mountains via the Denver, South Park and Pacific Railroad and the bullion shipped to Omaha via the Union Pacific Railroad. By 1886, the Omaha and Grant Company was a highly integrated firm with its own mines, sampling works, reduction plants, refinery and even a marketing department. In 1892, Denver's largest smelter expanded, building a giant 350-foot chimney, the tallest structure in the region and a visible symbol of an industry considered vital to the region. This Denver landmark was finally demolished in 1950 to make way for the Denver Coliseum. He was one of the richest men in Colorado at the time of his death. Edward Monash – A German who immigrated to the United States in 1865, Monash started out as a store clerk. After a number of moves and promotions, he settled in Denver in 1881 and was proprietor of the Dollar Store, a mercantile store. Later he was proprietor of the well known Denver store “The Fair”, the original department store in the city. The store was located on Sixteenth and Champa streets after 1887, where “The Fair” occupied a large ground space and four floors. An innovator in business practice, he built a mail-order trade that extended throughout Colorado. For years he was a member, as well as an officer, director and later President of the Denver Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade. His civic duties were no less impressive. He was appointed as president of the board of Public Works in 1895, and Park Commissioner in 1897. George Washington Cook – was Superintendent of the Colorado Midland Railroad and Mayor of Leadville from c1884-87. He had moved there in 1880 becoming the Superintendent of the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad. By 1884 he switched sides, and become agent for a competing rail line, the Colorado Midland Railroad. As Mayor of Leadville, Cook was present when the company built a short length of rail line after midnight on a day in the fall of 1884, over a patent owned by competitor Denver & Rio Grande, who had refused to sell a right of way. A group led by Cook built the line by morning starting five minutes after midnight -finishing by daylight, and the rail was then complete to Leadville. The Denver & Rio Grande fought in court, eventually winning a handsome settlement – but the rail was in, and the competition was “on”. Cook moved to Denver in 1888 and became the general sales agent for the Colorado Fuel &. Iron Co., a major western mining company. Cook was active in the Denver Chamber of Commerce. He was very active in the Grand Army of the Republic for Colorado and Wyoming from the early 1890’s to well into the twentieth century. Cook was elected as a Republican to the Sixtieth Congress in 1907. A typical westerner and Coloradan, Cook was very active in mining ventures, and remained so the remainder of his life. S. (Silas) M. Allen – In 1880 Allen was cashier for the Bank of Breckenridge in Colorado. Later he was manager of the Denver branch of R.G. Dun & Co., the mercantile credit reporting agency. In the early 1900’s he went on to be President of the Arkansas Valley State Bank in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. George W. Clark was a mining man in Denver and one of the first men to help organize the new Jefferson Territory. He was elected as Treasurer October 24, 1859. Chas. (Charles) D. Cobb – (1844-1914) Cobb was a well known politician in Denver and ran a Fire Insurance business in Denver. The business covered Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and New Mexico and was born of his days after being an Indian Trader at Fort Fetterman in Wyoming in the 1860’s. His need to protect and help people drove him to create this long lasting business. Cobb was nominated by the Democratic party as its candidate for Mayor of Denver, but was defeated by William Scott Lee by a small margin. Cobb participated in the organization of the Commercial National Bank and became its Vice President. He was also the Grand Master of the IOOF, President of his Sunday School, an organizer of the Chamber of Commerce. W. W. Anderson - Dr. W. W. Anderson was a perhaps the most well known physician in Denver. He attended Bat Masterson after he was shot in a barroom scuffle in October of 1886 and was known for attending and witnessing time of death at hangings. 470.5 Ounces – A Special Size Ingot The 470.5 troy ounce size of the ingot is significant in the history of the Templars. This number is reported historically as the exact number of years (470 years, six months) that the Temple of Solomon existed, from the time it was built to the time it burned and was destroyed. This number has been reported throughout history, particularly in William Whiston’s republishing of Flavius Josephus’ early work in 1854. Josephus, a Roman-Jewish historian (37-100AD) is known as the prime historian of the first century after Christ. Later scholars dispute the 470 year life of the Temple, and show it as 410 years or thereabouts, based on other evidence than that discussed by Josephus, who was a contemporary of Pliny the Elder (Natural History), who died at Pompeii, 79AD. The two probably never met. The ingot is so heavy and important, that it was carried in the procession in Denver on a litter held by four Knights in full uniform. A caricature was drawn and published at the time showing the men in costume with the litter and ingot. One of Two Ornately Engraved Colorado Silver Ingots Only one other silver or gold ingot that we’ve observed has artistic renderings of American scenery, and that was also a Colorado silver ingot, the 1881 Lord-Drake ingot of Leadville, formerly of the famous Ford Collection. The sketch of Leadville on that ingot, also on the front panel, is much more crude, lacking the detail of a skilled artisan. It was engraved by Paul Lyon and Daniel G. Golding of Leadville, but their style of engraving is not at all consistent with the style of engraving on this Templars ingot. The Lord-Drake ingot weighs about 33 troy ounces, less than one tenth of the weight of this Knights Templar ingot and was sold by this firm at public auction in 2011 for more than $50,000. The provenance of this ingot comes from a private collection of Knights Templar material in New York. The entire collection was sold and disbursed in 2012. Conclusion This is the largest American nineteenth century silver ingot extant. Ornately engraved, it is a testament to the strength of American fraternal organizations who have charitably helped others. As the most ornate of all American silver ingots, as well as the largest, it is a magnificent piece that was hidden in a private collection for more than a century. The names of prominent Colorado mining, railroad and business men adorn the ingot as a permanent reminder of the great and rich history of Colorado pioneers.

This is the finest specimen known from the Ford sale. Rare unissued sutler's scrip, good for one dollar in merchandise. Printed on bond paper, lithographed in red and blue ink without imprint. The condition of this piece is the finest of the three examples in the Ford Sale. The piece is Fine with very faint creasing. Fort Lyon went through four different names in about a decade. Originally the site of the infamous Bent brother’s trading post, the government changed the name to Fort Fauntleroy, then Fort Wise, and finally Fort Lyon to commemorate and honor the first officer killed in the Civil War. This is choice early western military scrip from a remote Indian trading post. John C. Fremont and Kit Carson, among a plethora of other western travelers, stopped at the fort while Bent was proprietor. John J. Ford, Jr. Collection.

According to the directory and census records on ancestry.com, there were two possible J. James who lived in Leadville Colorado in the 1880s. The best fit seems to be John James (born 1848 in Wales), who later moved to Colorado and married Emma James (born 1859 in Wisconsin). It appears that John also had a younger brother, Edward (born 1855), who was also a miner in Leadville. John was the foreman of the Little Silver Mine east of Leadville from 1882-1886, and continued as a miner or engineer well into the 1890s. Thus, it seems very likely that John and Edward James would have access to silver, an ore smith, and an engraver. Leadville, Colorado was founded in 1877. The Little Silver was one of a group of mines that were discovered on Fryer Hill during the height of the Leadville-Fryer Hill madness in 1879. On 19 September 1879, competing miners made more than seven mining claims on a previously ignored spot on Fryer Hill. Only two years before the great discoveries at Fryer Hill had started, Horace Tabor and two grub staking miners found rich ore near the surface. A claim staking rush ensued, and soon hundreds of claims were staked, but the prospectors missed a few areas, and in 1879 found them. The Little Silver was a small claim consisting of just over six acres, instead of the usual 20. The geology of the area was not easily interpreted, and as a result, miners staked odd sized claims striking in varied directions. Another of the claims staked that day was the Robert E. Lee Mine, which was later sold for hundreds of thousands of dollars. Both mines were once owned by Edward Eddy and William H. James (see the big ingot). The Little Silver Mine was in peak production those first few years, and paid $200,000 in dividends before 1881. The mine went into decline shortly after, probably the result of geologic interpretation difficulties, and by 1887 was once again producing at a better rate, though it never again paid dividends. As a small mining claim, it was later consolidated with the Robert E. Lee and others [Ref: Emmons et al; Geology and ore deposits of the Leadville Mining District, Colorado, 1927, USGS, p. 148. See also Corregan & Lingane]. Weighs 5.82 troy ounces, silver. 2.5” by 0.75” inches. Decoratively engraved “From/ J and E James/ Leadville, Colo” on top and “To/ Father and Mother/ on their 50th Wedding Anniversary/ Apr 10th 1887” on side.

A rare example of America's First Gold Mining Scrip produced in Auraria Georgia in the early 1830s.This fully issued note was written to E.H. Blackman Nov. 8th, 1837 and signed by Bulfinch and Ripley. The endorsement "pay the bearer" by Blackman indicates the note was cashed. A counterstamp "J.B. Greae.Mob.Al" shows the note travelled some. While the overall condition of the note is fair, the vignettes are well preserved and artful. The Panic of 1837 brought about the downfall of many American banks, but mining company scrip was as good as gold. Included with purchase is a copy of "Gold! At Pigeon Roost: The Story of America's First Gold Mining Scrip," by Fred N. Holabird & Al Adams in 2010.

This is a brown seal post Pearl Harbor bill in excellent condition. This was money issued that could be demonetize in the event that the Japanese were able to capture the Islands. It's a 1935A series. - Jacobitz Collection

Box measures 4” x 3.25.” and weighs 1.10 pounds. There are two engravings on the box, one is on the side that reads “Sullivan Mining Co. Bunker Electrolytic Zinc 99.99+%.” The other is on the lid and has an image of a prospector and a mule. The box has some and fading. Located in Kellogg, Idaho. The town was named after the prospector Noah Kellogg. Legend has it, that one morning Kellogg's mule wondered off away from camp. Kellogg later found the mule next to a giant piece of galena. Whether or not the story is true is up for debate; never the less, the Sullivan Mining Co. Began operation in the 1880s and was in operation till 1981. [http://travel.nytimes.com/2008/01/18/travel/escapes/18havens.html?scp=1&sq=silver+mountain].

Advertising note for ten dollars. Printed on bond paper. Banknote sized. 178mm by 82mm. Date "1882" at the upper left. Issuer name at bottom. Lithographed with imprint of Pictorial Printing Co. Chicago. Printed on reverse in blue ink “To any one who is economically inclined the face value of this note is $10. It entitles the bearer to genuine bargains in Reliable Goods, and is a guaranty of fair and reasonable prices. Beware of Counterfeits.” Vignette of woman in red ink appears on the front. This note is in Very Fine condition with light stain at bottom center and faint creasing. Unlisted in Robert A. Vlack's advertising note reference. Wonderful style and condition, the bottom has a full width margin. Ex: T. James clarke Collection (NASCA, June 26-28, 1978, lot 1981); From the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection.

Rare SS Republic Lithograph. Measures 2” x 3”on card stock backing. This is one of the only known views of the SS Republic when it was known as the SS Tennessee. There is small caption on the bottom, “US Gunboat Tennessee G Wiggins Commander.”. The lithograph has very sharp contrast and fine clarity. The waves in the sea are detailed to near perfection, capturing nearly every ripple. Each port hole, crew member, mast, smoke stack, rescue raft, and contraption is shown in fine detail. During the California Gold Rush the ship was used to transport Sierra-Nevada bound miners to Panama and Nicaragua. The ship was stranded in New Orleans when the Civil War broke out, captured by the Confederacy and used as a blockade runner during the war. After the war it was used for civilian transport and renamed the USS Mobile, and later renamed the SS Republic. On October 25, 1865 it was lost to a hurricane off the coast of Georgia. Very Fine Condition.

A $10 Bank Note issued on the First National Bank in Raton, New Mexico. It is series 1929, Charter No. 12924. The serial number is, D001996A. The bill is in very good condition. From 1863 to 1935, National Bank Notes were issued by banks throughout the country and in U.S. territories. Banks with a federal charter would deposit bonds in the U.S. Treasury. The banks then could print banknotes worth up to 90% of the value of the bonds. The federal government would back the value of the notes - the issuance of which created a demand for the government bonds needed to back them. The program was a form of monetization of the Federal debt. Bonds eligible as collateral for posting to the Treasury were said to have the "circulation privilege" and the interest they bore provided seignior age to the National Banks. Through much of their earlier history of issue, national banknotes used designs in which the issuing bank's name was prominently displayed, rather than "The United States Of America". One design used for many years featured a portrait on the obverse, near the left edge, and the bank's name printed in prominent shaded type in the middle. This changed during the last years of national banknote issues. After small-size notes came into use, national banknotes now began to be issued using the same designs as most of the other types still in use at the time--Federal Reserve Notes, United States Notes, Silver Certificates, and the last Gold Certificate issues. The issuing commercial bank's name and promise to pay was now over-stamped in plain black type to the left of the now centered portrait. By this time, also, the portraits depicted the same Presidents and other historical figures that we see today [Ref: Paper Money of the United States, Arthur L. Friedberg and Ira S. Friedberg, 2001]. - Vinegar Collection

Lot of 7. Various Checks, all Montana institutions. Two Checks from the "Banking House of L.H. Hershfield & Bro." dated Aug 11, 1874 and Nov 19, 1881 respectively. Other notes include multiple "First National Bank of Helena" dated Janu 2nd, 1883, and "The Treasurer of Jefferson County" dated Feb 8th, 1871 among others. All notes are hand-signed on the reverse sides, some with official stamps for filing. Excellent condition.

A Butte, Montana Silver Ingot, 1884 A new discovery This fine trapezoidal silver ingot was first seen by me at the Baltimore ANA national show in 2008. It had come into a coin shop in the first flushing of old silver bullion in the 1980’s, and had been retained by the same dealer since that time. It is the first quality Butte precious metal ingot we’ve seen, though there have been several other smaller unremarkable ingots, in particular two silver watch fob ingots. The ingot is ornately engraved with floral patterns and engraved from one couple to another, dated December 4, 1884. “Our Home Produce/ Adolph & Lily/ Butte City, MT/ Becky & Arthur/ Dec. 4, 1884” The piece measures 2" long, 1" wide, by 0.75" tall and weighs 7.15 troy ounces. No fineness is stated on the ingot, which has the appearance of a high fineness of silver. At the time, silver was the “home produce” of the Butte mines. The mining camp of Butte City quickly grew from a small encampment along the Silver Bow creek. Placer gold had been discovered there and was steadily mined from 1864-1867. A few scattered quartz locations were locate4d during that time, but little was done to prospect and further exploit these new mineral locations until after 1867, when it was discovered that the veins held silver, not gold, and that they were thus actually worth something. Miners and prospectors soon learned over the next decade that the Butte lodes carried rich silver, and with depth, came copper. By 1884 when this ingot was made, silver was the chief bullion product of Butte. There were a reported 4000 mining claims staked, of which 1457 had already been patented, according to Burchard in the Report of the Director of the Mint in 1885. The bullion product of Butte in 1884 was $450,150 in gold and $5,793,850 in silver (equivalent to 280,000 ounces of gold – major production at the time.) The mines of Butte drew the attention of two major financiers and mining men. William Andrews Clark (personal archive now at UCLA) and Marcus Daly competed for the best mines. Clark had been a miner who came to the placer diggings in the 1860’s, done well, and reinvested in local mining ventures. Daly was a miner from the Comstock, with ties to some of the strongest mining men in the world- George Hearst, J.B. A. Haggin and Lloyd Tevis. Daly convinced the trio to back him, and together, the group turned into one of the largest mining companies in the world, though it was later, called The Anaconda Company. Clark used conventional mining methodology and management. Daly became a champion of large tonnage, low grade underground mining at a critical time. Copper was about to explode on the world market, as its use for piping in water systems created a huge demand across America, and then the big explosion that took place in conjunction with the development of municipal electric systems and companies. As America electrified itself, the need for copper exploded beyond anything anyone had ever seen in the world to that point. Daly and Clark were at the forefront. When this ingot was made in 1884, the largest mines were the Alice and the Magna Charta, two mines separated by a single claim between them, located along a vein system 40-80 feet wide, with a shaft 800 feet deep and producing levels to 700’. That year the Butte output was $1.2 to $1.3 million in silver-gold bullion, with almost $1.1 million in silver. Clark’s big mine, the Original, was the largest dividend payer. Daly’s big mines were the Anaconda and Parrott, which by that time were pouring out copper with a byproduct of silver that ran $10-30 per ton. The prior year (1883) Daly had sent 24,320 tons of high grade ore to a mill/smelter in Swansea, Wales which netted a profit of $1.7 million, according to Minar Shoebotham in Anaconda, Life of Marcus Daly (1956). Haggin cut Daly a bonus of $100,000 – millions, by today’s standards. Butte went on to produce through 1998- 720,176,800 troy ounces of silver (22,400 metric tons) and 21,605,080,000 pounds of copper (9,800,000 metric tons) ranking it as the second largest producing mining district in the United States in both silver and copper, behind only Couer D’Alene, Idaho for silver and Bingham, Utah for copper. The silver production alone is about 2.5 times greater than the Comstock Lode. [Ref: Long et al; Data Base of Significant Deposits of Gold, Silver, Copper, Lead, Zinc in the United States; 1998, USGS Open File Report OF R 98-206A.] While we cannot identify the people commemorated on the ingot, it remains a great artifact of the Butte silver mines from the period just before the copper explosion.

Lot of 4: 1) First product by mill process in the Pah-Ranagat Mining District 1867, F. Prentice mining New York; 2) 1964 Nevada State Capitol medal; 3) Nevada Pioneers, 1986; 4) A Tribute to Nevada Miners, Adolph Sutro. - Jacobitz Collection

The National Watch Company was founded in Illinois in 1864, and officially changed its name to the Elgin National Watch Company in 1874. The Solidarity Watch Case Company, which manufactured solid gold cases, started in 1885 and lasted until the Great Depression. The beautiful watch in this lot features a 15 jewel ELGIN NATL WATCH CO mechanism with a 6883810 serial number, which dates the mechanism to 1896. The Solidarity 14k gold hunter case and cuvette bear a “84929” serial number, which does not appear in any databases of numbers, so dating this case more specifically is difficult. It is perfectly common for watch mechanisms and watch cases to be produced by different companies. On the inside of the cuvette someone has scratched “Moobge” and “30573w”, which may indicate the person who cleaned or engraved the watch; however, no information is available to confirm the origin of these markings. The front and rear faces of the case are engraved with a beautiful and ornate rose floral pattern with small plaque shapes at the lower portion of the engraving. The front plaque is blank, and the rear plaque bears a sailboat and shore engraving. The inside of the front case is very cleanly engraved “PRESENTED TO/ ABRAM CURRY/ SUPERVISOR OF THE MINT/ CARSON CITY, NEVADA/ 10 APRIL 1883/ BY HIS/ FRIENDS”. The exceptional uniformity of the engraving, and the absolute lack of errors or inconsistencies, indicates modern, computerized engraving. The lot includes a gorgeous 13”, 14kt interlinked ring gold chain with an unmarked T-bar and 1” length bearing an 1883 10-Dollar CC gold coin, extremely fine to about uncirculated. Abram Curry died in 1873, so this watch could never have been presented to him. Some have suggested that the watch was a posthumous gift to his widow; however, the date inscribed in the watch conflicts with the serial numbers of both the case and the watch mechanism. A thorough search of print and online archives has returned no records of any commemorative watches given to either Curry or his family. This lot concludes with a small CHARLES CURRY./ CARSON CITY business card. - Jacobitz Collection

Wonderful presentation of our Carson City Mint, in a 26 x 17 1/2" frame done by Great Basin Gallery and Frame in Carson. A matted 9 x 7 1/2" photograph of the mint building is captioned with a history of the U.S. Branch Mint. On the left is an uncertified GSA 1882-CC Morgan Dollar, with minimal bag marks, MS63+ in our estimation. On the right is an 1878-CC Morgan in a Capitol Plastics holder in the shape of the Silver State. A beautiful addition to den or library, this historical memento belongs in Nevada.

A proclamation confirms this U.S. Flag flew over the Nevada State Museum, housed in the former Carson City U.S. Branch Mint building during their 8th annual coin show in 2002. A photograph of the building as it appeared in 1870 accompanies the document, and the flag is housed in a separate case with brass plaque.

Lot of 6, 2 ounce silver medallions depicting the various cars of the Virginia & Truckee: V&T Railbus, White Railbus, Railbus No.99, The Lyon No.1, The Ormsby No.2 and The Storey No. 3. Each medallion has a tiny gold nugget. - Jacobitz Collection

This silver ingot is from an old coin collection that became known to us about a year ago. It is a classic Assayer’s ingot, complete with the usual Wiegand logo punch. It is serial number 89, 6.60 troy ounces, gold 021 fine, silver 970 fine, gold $2.87 and silver $8.27, value $11.14. It is engraved with a classic fancy border, typical of many of the Wiegand ingots. On the reverse is a single word, “Emily.” The physical characteristics are consistent with other ingots produced in the late 1860’s to 1870’s. As a self-identified Wiegand ingot, it is one of about nineteen different Wiegand ingots known today. The name “Emily” appears in large bold letters on the reverse. The lack of a surname is significant, but may indicate a familiarity of the person with the local community. If so, that person may be Emily Flagg, wife of Gold Hill banker and mining man H. H. Flagg. Emily, born in 1839, was 11 years junior to her husband. Flagg had been a successful banker and mining broker since the 1860’s, and probably a good friend of Wiegand. Flagg was popular. As a broker, he traded in Comstock securities daily, while also tending to his own banking business in Gold Hill. As a speculator, he and his business were subject to the manipulations of the stock Market, particularly the San Francisco Exchange, where most of the Comstock stocks were traded. In February, 1872, Flagg’s bank and brokerage were suspended because he was short on 600 shares of Savage and some Gould & Curry. A citizens committee was called to try to help him, trying to keep his creditors from closing the business. The closure affected Gold Hill News editor Alf Doten, who wrote about it in his journals and in his newspaper. 1872 was the year of the great Crown Point bonanza at Gold Hill. The stocks were heavily manipulated by John P Jones and William Sharon (among others), and Flagg may have been a victim. Ultimately, Flagg was crushed, and he and Emily left the Comstock shortly afterwards. The possibility of a tie of this ingot to the Flagg family is also backed up by the fact that the Flagg estate was distributed over the past three decades, and at least two batches of Nevada Territorial stocks were released by family descendants, all bearing H. H. Flagg’s name. Another interesting statistic is that there were only 38 people with the name “Emily” in all of the Comstock for the 1870 and 1880 Censuses. Only one of these made much sense for this ingot, Emily Flagg. However, the tie is not exact, and we may never truly know the identity of our mysterious “Emily.”

5.50 ounces, fineness 991, 1 7/8" x 5/8," 5/8" deep. In a presentation box stamped "Kagin Reference Colls. No. 416." "There are three different mines carrying the Chico name in the Western US through about 1873. One is in Arizona, and another in New Mexico. Both are principally gold mines. The only silver mine with the Chico name is a fairly well known silver mine or prospect in the Unionville area, near the Star and Buena Vista districts. The Echo mining district contained approximately 75 different lodes in 1863-1865, second only to the Humboldt district located nearby. The Humboldt area was one of the most remote mining districts in Nevada Territory and in the west in general. It is so remote that Unionville and Star City, the two major mining camps that housed up to 1000 miners and prospectors at one time, was never canvassed by any of the early directory companies. Sam Clemens was there in 1861-1862, and staked several claims with his brother and friends. His hilarious stories about the are can be read in "Roughing It" published in 1875, under his pen name Mark Twain. The Chico prospect was once owned by John Bidwell, a California pioneer who came to California in 1841, and went to work for John Sutter. He became Brigadier General of the California Militia in 1863, and founded Chico, California. This ingot was most likely an exhibition ingot used in conjunction with high grade ore specimens from the mine. Both were probably shown off in San Francisco around 1863, a common practice for mining companies (as was the Chico) who were trying to raise money. The lack of an Internal Revenue tax stamp indicates an early period of manufacture before the bullion tax law was emplaced" [Ref: HKA's Fall 2006 Ingot Catalog, page 60].

Large solid copper molded ingot, stamped "SVMS" and "87.25 OZ" on top. Measures 5 1/2"L x 2 1/2"W x 1 1/2"H. This is a typical ingot mold with sloped sides, and the ingot`s base is wrinkled from the cooling metal. The company was Steptoe Valley Mining & Smelting Co. which existing from 1907 to 1914, when it was dissolved and became the Nevada Consolidated Copper Company. The Stepto Mining Company was one of the most important copper mining companies in the state. Their main offices were in New York City, and the mines were in Ely and McGill Nevada. The smelter could process 1000 tons of copper bullion a day. See the 1909 Copper Handbook, pages 1269-1272. An excellent specimen, very rare.Possibly the earliest Nevada copper ingot known today. - Jacobitz Collection

Obverse: miner with pick and shovel dated 1905 surrounded by 13 stars. Reverse: Tonopah Gold Nevada surrounded by wreath. Stars before and after Tonopah and star above wreath. The 1905 date on this coin corresponds with a period of great popularity of souvenir gold tokens in the West. This coin came to us in a Lewis & Clark Commemorative holder. The Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition was held in Portland, Oregon June 1 to October 14, 1905. Farran Zerbe supervised a numismatic display that was the "greatest ever at any exposition." Zerbe also directed the sale of U.S. Mint Lewis & Clark commemorative gold dollars and medals. The extreme rarity of this piece suggests that it is not a token made for common jewelry sale, but may be a piece made for a special occasion. Curiously, the consolidation of the Tonopah mines into major mining companies took place after this date. It also corresponds to an important point in Tonopah mining, when the mines began high production of ores. None of the small mills near the camp were adequate, and most shipped to ASARCO in Utah. The Tonopah Mining Company, the largest producer in camp, built a large mill to process their ores which contained native gold. This gold coin may have been made to commemorate that event. Brilliant uncirculated, well struck with Prooflike surfaces. 12mm. Finest known, several points higher than the Woodward piece that realized over $3,500 in our October 2010 auction. High R7 rarity rating with 4-6 known. An undervalued extreme rarity in fractional gold. There are only 3 specimens known to exist in the U.S.

This ingot is a new discovery, coming from a collection in the East. It is a presentation ingot, engraved “from F.L. Corwin” to E. Booth of New York, marked “Pioche, Nev.” on the two ends of the ingot. It measures 1.75” long, 0.6” wide and 0.6” thick. Engraved on four of the six sides, it does not contain any information on the weight or fineness, though it weighs ******************************************** troy ounces of silver. Frederick L. Corwin was an agent for an unnamed Express Company in Hamilton, Nevada according to the 1870 census. Born in New York in 1844, the son of William and Mark Corwin, the family moved to St. Louis Missouri, where William was a “hatter”, or the proprietor of a Hat shop. He was apparently an only child. After checking with Wells Fargo archives, he was not associated with them, whose agent at the time was Homer S. King, late r a very prominent San Francisco broker. The only other express company at the time was the Hamilton, Eberhardt, Shermantown Express, and then in 1872 the Hickox & Co.’s Express, both of which advertised in the White Pine News. Corwin is also not mentioned in Jackson’s Treasure Hill, Read’s White Pine Lang Syne or Patera’s work on Hamilton and Treasure. As an express agent, Corwin had the opportunity to meet all of the passengers coming and going from Hamilton, which was the center of the White Pine mining region. Undoubtedly, Miss E. Booth was a passenger or an acquaintance from home. Frederick Corwin was born in New York about 1844, but was only found in the 1870 census, and no others. He was also not found in other 1870’s Nevada Business directories, though only the Wells Fargo Express agents are listed in the Langley 1867, 1871-3 or 1876-8 Pacific Coast Business directory (coverage of Eberhardt was missing in the 1871 directory). Express agents in the Pioche/Treasure City/Hamilton region were taking on a risky job. Their mining camps were far from any other civilization, with perhaps Austin, Nevada the closest large mining camp, but the nearest city of consequence was Salt Lake City. Thus they were greatly isolated. As such, stage robberies were a constant, and any agent had to be careful of the many bullion shipments leaving daily. At times there were reported as many as ten stages a day entering or leaving Pioche or Hamilton. The ingot is ornately engraved with Booth’s name inside two hearts. My own guess is that Corwin and booth later married and disappeared from the US Census by working in a remote Nevada mining camp or moving to Europe. The pair is invisible after about 1872. This also leaves room for a possible murder of a stage agent, though much more research is necessary. This is the first silver ingot to surface from Pioche, a major silver mining camp in central eastern Nevada. Pioche produced $133 million in bullion from the 1860’s to 1958, a conservative figure. Much more was produced from the Pan American mine after that period from replacement deposits. The town was a major eastern Nevada mining camp in the 1870’s, and today still retains much of its charm. I had the good fortune to work in this district for several years back in the early 1980’s.

Nevada Silver Co. Silver Ingot, .999 Fine Silver, 5.11 Troy Ozs., Value 6.59. While this was a legitimate company in 1919, based at Rawhide, Nevada, these ingots are too similar in manufacture to the Thorne and Eagle ingots to lend much credence to their old legitimacy. However, it was reported that more than 50 were found in a safe by Paul Franklin in Tonopah, Nevada, on one of his visits [Ref: Fred Holabird]. Measures approximately 2" x 1 3/8" x 0.25".

This small silver ingot came from the same collection as the Butte silver ingot. It is hand engraved with the names of “L.C. Gillett and C.S. Gillett, August 21, 1874, Silver City, Nev.” With a value of “$10.22” stamped on the bar. It has a high polish on all sides and the end edges are rounded. This bar has been quite difficult in research. The engraving appears to be original to the 1870’s period, as does the bar itself, though it is not exactly the same as all assayer bars. As such, it would seem to represent a special occasion for the two people mentioned on the bar. I originally thought this was a bar commemorating a marriage. I searched the following newspapers for 1874 for any record of such a marriage–or any event whatsoever–both with the surname spelled with and without an “e” at the end: Lyon County Times (Silver City. 1874 was its first year of publication.), Gold Hill News (Alf Doten, Editor), Virginia Chronicle (Virginia City), Territorial Enterprise (Virginia City). Additionally, I searched the Alf Doten Journals (3 vols), and every Census from 1870 to 1900, also using the two different spellings and checking for either person, with and without a middle initial. Of these newspapers, the Gold Hill News was the best at reporting marriages, though I suspect not all were publicly recorded. Records from the two Silver City churches are no longer extant (Catholic and Episcopal). All local directories were also searched. All newspapers were also searched for notices of arrival and departure (normally reserved for stage coaches only). All foreign passenger lists were checked. I was only able to find a single record in all of this: a property record of L. C. Gillett in Westfield, Massachusetts owning personal and business property on S Street in 1870 only, as it was found on a property map of the period. While a different Gillett did work at the Savage Mine in Virginia City during this period, it is neither of these two people. The Gillett surname appears to be of English origin. There are several conclusions that can be drawn from this research: The people were married in Silver City and moved to another remote mining camp, outside of a directory canvas. An example might be American Flat, near Silver City. The people were killed or died before the 1880 census, and were under 21 or so for the 1870 Census and were missed as members of another household. The people on the ingot were foreign, visiting the region by train, having come to America on a ship that did not participate in published passenger lists. The ingot was likely made by Harvey Harris of Silver City, a well known assayer formerly of the New Orleans Mint and the San Francisco Mint. It may also have been engraved by the only jeweler in town, A. Barrelet. The latter would explain the departure from the usual Harris ingot format. During this period, Silver City was enjoying a boom, courtesy of the Crown Point Bonanza discovery at Gold Hill, just up the canyon from Silver City. The great bonanza of the Con-Virginia was discovered the next year. At the time, it was primarily a “bedroom” community that housed miners, millmen and a mining support community. The businesses included blacksmith shops, hotel or boarding houses (Mansion House, Bonanza Hotel, Silver House, Sierra Nevada), saloons (Oasis and 3 others), drug store (A.B. Stewart-see his drug bottle for Bodie in this sale), dress shop, telegraph office, Railroad depot for the V&T RR, barber shop, bakery, market, Wells Fargo office (John W. Grier, agent), newspaper office, Lumber, Chinese Laundry, brewery, book store, boots & shoes. What is not there were a bank, bath house, dentist, insurance agent. Regardless, this is one of only a few ingots from Silver City (less than five) and as such is very collectible.

This ornately engraved presentation ingot was given to Mary Thompson Hunt “as one of the ladies of the Presidential Party” when President Hayes visited the Comstock on September 7, 1880. The ingot does not carry the name of the assayer or engraver, but does follow in a long tradition of presentation ingots to dignitaries visiting the Comstock, inclusive of Sam Clemens (Mark Twain) and President Ulysses S. Grant. In 1880, there were only four independent assayers on the Comstock, led by two prominent men, Harvey Harris and Conrad Weigand’s firm, whose son took over the business after the death of his father under questionable circumstances (murdered) on May 31, 1880. The other two assayers were E. Terra (Virginia City) and Chris James (Gold Hill). The majority of assayers on the Comstock were all working as employees for producing mining companies, and it might be surmised that there were up to 100 assayers working in the region. The visit by president Harrison was significant. It was only the second time a United States President had visited the Comstock, the first of which was President Grant on Oct. 27, 1879. Hayes followed in less than a year, probably the result of reports from the Grant party on how exciting it was to be in Virginia City. The Hayes party The Presidential Procession had started in Wells on the Central Pacific Railroad just after the train crossed into Nevada from Utah, stopped at Humboldt where Nevada Governor Kincaid boarded the train, then on to Reno for another celebration and transfer to the Virginia & Truckee Railroad lines, and hence on to Gold Hill and Virginia City. The Virginia and Truckee blew the whistles all the way through American Flat, letting the Comstockers know their valued guests were on the way. Today, thanks to the Gray family, federal & state funding and private grants, you can take the same route on the V&T RR, and imagine what it would have been like in 1880. The Virginia City Territorial Enterprise, where Mark Twain got his journalistic start, spent the better part of a page describing the presidential visit. “yesterday morning our people were busily engaged in decorating their houses and places of business. The Bank of Nevada, the Bank of California the International Hotel, most of the leading stores and many private houses along the line of march were handsomely decorated with flags and streamers, while whole lines of balconies were strung with flags, and in several places both here and in Gold Hill large flags were suspended over the streets.” …”toward noon, C Street presented a Fourth of July appearance, though it was still some hours before our distinguished visitors were expected.” (Reff: 9-8-1880 Territorial Enterprise) The train was a special one. It consisted of the Directors car (“The California”) from the Central Pacific RR, the Union Pacific Director’s car (Hayes headquarters for the trip), a Central Pacific RR sleeper car, and a “drawing room” car from the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy RR. The presidential party stayed at the fabulous International Hotel overnight. Hayes’s wife had a bushel of her friends along. In all likelihood, most had never been West, so it was a tremendous new experience for all of them. The parade accompanying the visit was monumental. It was one of the most grand processions to ever hit the Comstock. Included in the party were William Tecumseh Sherman - Union general and California gold rush banker, general McDowell and Kearney’s son, Nevada governor Kincaid, CC Batterman, superintendent of the State Prison, Secretary of War Ramsey, and others . “There was at one time not less than 6,000 persons on the street, and in some places much higher.” The group were taken to the C & C shaft and taken below ground by Superintendent Patton. Seventeen members of the group were taken to the 2300 level, and toured. They rose to the 1700 level, inspected the Sutro tunnel (this was the connecting level). Mrs. Hayes grabbed a pick and chopped out some ore “saying she wanted to carry away a specimen of her own mining.” General Sherman’s daughter was so impressed, she had the men take her down to the bottom of the shaft, the deepest on the Comstock. VC photographers Noe & Lee took photos of the group dressed in their mining regalia, which are rare today. The two presidential visits had a lot in common. Both parties took along family and friends as well as other dignitaries. There were a number of Hayes family working on the Comstock in 1880, but it is unknown the closeness of relation, possibly all “shirt-tail”, since none were named specifically in the articles in the territorial Enterprise. Neither visit was discussed by Myron Angel, in History of Nevada, 1881, nor Elliott Lord’s Comstock Mining and Miners, 1883. Some members of the delegation were presented with silver ingots, as was customary. This ingot appears to be the only surviving ingot from the bunch. Mary Thompson Hunt was a member of the traveling Hayes delegation. Her name is not found in US Census records of the period, and she was not the wife of William H. Hunt, an R.B. Hayes political appointee. President Hayes was traveling with General Sherman and his daughter, and we suspect Hunt was a close friend of Miss Sherman. Hunt was also not listed by name in the news articles, thus the assumption that she may have been a junior member of the party. The ingot was probably made by either Weigand’s son or Harvey Harris. Weigand was much more political, and his son is perhaps more likely to have followed in his father’s footsteps and made the presentation, though no presentation is mentioned in the Territorial Enterprise.

Choice silver 50c piece made into a desk keyhole. Found by a coin hunter in the Virginia City area. - Jacobitz Collection

This 1.50 troy ounce silver ingot is a typical Comstock ingot of silver fineness .957 and gold .0335. The ingot measures approximately 1.5" long x 0.75" wide x .25" tall. It is characteristic of Conrad Wiegand in nearly every way, typically marked with punches in an orderly fashion on the face. The other attribute of this ingot that is normal for Wiegand is the reverse, where a pattern has been punched around the edge. This was clearly made for the purpose of engraving something within the rectangle so that the ingot could be used as a presentation piece. The ingot was probably purchased from Wiegand for a fee from his assay office, though it was never engraved, as were a few of others seen in private collections today. From the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection. Provenance: HKA The Rush For Gold 2008 & Stack's 2007. Conrad Wiegand was a boisterous man who was born in Philadelphia, worked for the US Mint, and came to the California Gold Rush in the early 1850’s. He went to work for the US Branch Mint in San Francisco at or near its inception in 1854. Wiegand was small in stature, but big in ideas, and even stronger still in his opinions. He was a devoutly religious person who saw such injustice in the world that he undertook the publishing of his own newspaper – two of them, in fact. His other passion was the metals question, particularly his political stance generally held by most miners that money should be in the form of circulating hard specie – gold and silver coinage and ingots. Wiegand’s outspoken nature repeatedly got him into trouble, especially during his life on the Comstock. He was severely physically assaulted and beaten twice, which endeared him to the likes of Sam Clemens. As he advanced in age, his mental troubles worsened. Ultimately, his life ended in a hangman’s noose at the age of 50 in Virginia City. A number of his precious metal ingots exist today as testimony of his work as a mainstream western assayer. These include nearly every phase of gold, silver and copper bullion in which Wiegand worked, as well as examples of items used to promote monetary specie. [Ref: Fred Holabird]

The New York Assay Office served a vital function to the Treasury Department, and opened 10 October 1854, the same year as the San Francisco Mint. The original purpose of the office was to receive California gold, foreign bullion, and coin to relieve the pressure of the huge shipments of California gold coming into the US Mint system, and to prepare bullion ready for coinage at Philadelphia and/or other branch mints. The New York Assay Office remained open and functioning until 1982. The round New York Assay Office stamp is dated 1957, and the substantial ingot is 1.75" wide, 3.75" tall, and 1" deep, 45.90 ozs, 999 3/4 fine with R93 stamped on the end. Very nice condition.

This wonderful, original broadside appears to date from the 1852 to 1854 period. After Dec of 1854 the captains of the SS George Law were Captain Fox, Captain Gray and finally Captain Herndon, who also later stewarded the SS Central America. Not much is known about Captain A.E. Shaw. The printer of this broadside, Francis Hart of New York, made it for public viewing probably in about 1852 or 1853. The wonderfully detailed woodblock print that stretches from side to side represents the SS George Law and hence the SS Central America, but fine details in the print that the Hart attempted to remove in 1852 indicate that the woodblock was originally made for an image of the SS Alida. The Alida was built in New York in 1847 and was of a similar size to the SS Central America. The author believes this to be the only known period broadside of the SS Central America in existence. A must-have for the complete collection of important Gold Rush memorabilia. Framed, it measures 24 by 18.5 inches and is in very good condition. IMPORTANT ADDITION: The wording of the description above has caused some confusion with collectors. We will outline the pertinent information below: 1. The broadside definitively dates to the early 1850s because of the printer's identification at the base of the broadside. Francis Hart had his print shop at 167 Washington Street through the 1850s. After 1857, Hart took in a partner, became Hart & Company, and moved their front door to Courtlandt Street. This information is consistent with a biography of Hart, published on the web and with a series of New York directories in our office. 2. The vignette of the ship is a gorgeous, wood block print of the Steamer Alida, as evidenced in weak writing in the flag off the stern, which Hart slightly obscured to use for this George Law broadside. It was common at the time in advertising to use a diagrammatic representation of a steamship, regardless of whether it looked like the actual steamer the printer was advertising. The Alida was launched in 1849 in New York and remained in service until it sank in 1875. 3. There is confusion regarding this 1849 New York origin Alida and an 1870 launched ship on the Pacific out of Seattle of the same name. There is currently an early print on the web at another auction house of the Alida, misidentified as the Pacific Northwest Alida, when in fact it is the original New York Alida. The following link shows a painting of the New York Alida, identical to this broadside, dated 1848 (1849?) http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8e/Alida_%28steamboat_1847%29_03.jpg 4. This George Law must be a smaller local steamer in New York waters at the same time as the larger, deep sea worthy George Law that was berthed off the tip of Manhattan in the 1850s, later renamed the SS Central America. 5. This original broadside remains a wonderful collectible, related to the SS Central America's first name, the George Law, although it is not the exact same ship.

Gold coin with "STONE & BALL" of Syracuse conterstrike vertically on obverse. Coin is almost AU condition. This coin is from an Ex-Hartzog sale of the D. Gregory G. Brunk Collection. Rare. - Woodward Collection

Rare book of coins. Pages begin with 6 and end with 16. It is followed by pages of ads which begins on page 43 and goes through 48. Detailed black and white images of gold coins, silver coins, copper and nickel. Some from the U.S., Mexico, Great Britain and even Central and South America. Probably actual size. Under each coin is the United States Mint value. A great reference book with rarities in the content. Condition is good for its time; however, only very few of the pages are still bound together, foxing throughout the book, tears, folds and possibly some missing pages. Soft cover.

These lead advertising ingots were used to promote the National Lead Company. Starting in 1907, the company produced lead-based white paint marketed under the DUTCH BOY name. The Dutch boy who appears on the company’s advertising items is holding a paint brush and bucket. This lot includes 3 advertising paperweight ingots: 1) Set of two 3.25” diameter, 0.75” thick lead ingots with “NATIONAL LEAD COMPANY/ SOLDER/ DUTCH BOY 888” embossed around the central image of a Dutch boy. 2) A 3.25” diameter, 0.75” thick lead ingot embossed “NATIONAL LEAD COMPANY/ PHOENIX/ METAL” around the central image of a Dutch boy.

Lot of 5 coins from The Hollandia (1743-Ducaton), Admiral Gardener (1809-Copper Coin), Bredenhof (1753-Dutch Doit), Spanish Fleet (1715-Half Real)and The Atocha (1622-8 Reale). Framed and matted display complete with letters of authenticity for each. For complete descriptions along photos see iCollector.

Two prints of the mountain and village, one is framed. Both show the Montagna del Potosi’ rising precipitously from the flat plano, with the town dwellings scattered at its foot. Numerous windmills can be seen in the background in both drawings. The framed picture has a narrow matte and measures 7 x 10,” overall measurement is 11.5 x 14.5.” The frame is painted word with ornate corner decorations, is chipped and scored in some places. The 2nd print measures 8.5 x 11” and is encased in a wide paper matte. There is some writing in pencil at lower left with dates of “C. Allard, ca. 1680” and “Pieter Schenck, 1702.” These two prints depict the famous “silver mountain” of Bolivia’s fabulous silver strike and the site of legendary riches, which was Potosi’. Located in the southwestern part of the country, local mines and their riches were well known to the native peoples living there. These people were colonized by the Inca, who enslaved them for forced labor in the mines. When the Spanish arrived in 1539 and destroyed the Incan Empire, the wealth of the mines was theirs. According to legend, a native named Diego Huallpa discovered the real wealth of Sumaj Orco (or Cerro Rico), the mountain of silver in 1545.

Finest Known. NGC Certified. 50C, round. Canada token. 12.7 MM

The history of the mine is an interesting one besides being a long and heart wrenching one. The mine was first located in 1783 by Juan Jose Zambrano, who was a storekeeper. The mine was near San Dimas, a small town “on the Guarisamé River” [Paulsen, 1981, 245]. Zambrano “built three tunnels to facilitate removal of the ore which was in veins one and one-half to three yards wide” [Paulsen, 1981, 245] During his lifetime, Zambrano took silver and gold out of the mine amounting to somewhere between 55 million to about 100 million dollars. At the end of his life in 1807, Zambrano had millions in banks in England and owned a huge amount of property in Durango City. Despite its obvious record of producing wealth, the mine fell into disarray after Zambrano’s death. Mexican politics also changed after the 1810 revolution. Because the mine was inactive, Mexican law concerning abandoned mines left the mine open for non related people to take it over. Brothers Miguel de and Jose Vicente Laveaga became the next owners of the mine but did not operate it at its full potential due to water problems. Mark Brumagim (later to be known as Birmingham) was a forty-niner, got a report on the mine in 1863. At the time, American miners were seeking other mining ventures in other places in South America, such as in Peru and Bolivia, hoping to create another Comstock rush like what had recently happened in Nevada. The report on the Candelaria said it had great potential because its “ore samples [from the dry portions of the mine] contained gold, virgin silver, and black or sulfuret silver, and indicated a yield ranging from $200 to $1,120 per ton in gold alone” [Paulsen, 1981, 246]. Brumagim and some fellow investors from San Francisco decided to form a corporation and buy the mine. In July of 1863, Brumagim and friends incorporated the La Candelaria Mining Company of San Francisco after signing a “rehabilitation” contract with “the Laveaga brothers, who transferred twenty-three of twenty-four shares . . . together with a right to work 5,249 feet of the lode” [Paulsen, 1981, 246]. A rehabilitation contract meant the company “would do what was necessary to” bring the mine into full operation once again [Paulsen, 1981, 246]. Joseph G. Rice, a man who was married to Brumagim’s sister, was hired on to manage the mine. However, things did not go as planned as the company had problems getting the water out of the mine. It also had to put money into modernizing its stamp mill. The company soon ran out of money and had to reorganize. It reorganized in New York as the Durango Silver Mining Company. Brumagim still held the Laveaga shares. In 1865 he also purchased the remaining share from the Laveaga brothers for “$5,500." They moved to San Francisco. However, Rice made the deal for Brumagim, and the share remained in Rice’s name and was not immediately transferred to Brumagim. In 1866, after the 5th of May defeat of the French in Mexico, politics once again became unstable. The new company kept on spending money to rehabilitate the mine and it went into receivership in 1869. The company’s assets were sold at auction to the major shareholders of the Durango Mining Company of New York. Brumagim was one of the shareholders in the newly reformed company. Finally, “in 1880, sixteen years after Americans took control of the Candelaria, the drainage tunnel was finally completed” [Paulsen, 1981, 250]. The mine was not able to produce enough product to turn a profit. The investors were highly disappointed and “negotiated a renewable three-year lease with Columbus Waterhouse and Associates of San Francisco” [Paulsen, 1981, 250]. The Waterhouse people also retained an option to purchase the mine. They poured more money into the mine by adding “several miles of compressed-air pipe for drilling and ventilation” [Paulsen, 1981, 251]. Waterhouse also built a tramway, new crushing mills, and instituted “a more efficient amalgamation process” [Paulsen, 1981, 251]. By 1886, the mine had not produced any profits for its investors even though the mine was producing bullion and selling it. It was at this juncture that Brumagim was swindled out of his mine. Otto Braunsdorf was the new mine manager after Rice. Waterhouse wanted to have the mine free and clear. Braunsdorf suggested that the Waterhouse’s managing director, Henry Weil, “denounce” the mine – that is declare it to be abandoned. However, denunciating a fully working mine was illegal under Mexican law. Nevertheless, Daniel M. Burns, “Waterhouse’s general manager in the San Dimas district, [decided to take] direct action. He filed a petition with Ramon Castro, the local political chief and federal mining agent, denouncing the Candelaria. Burns alleged that the mine and its annexes along 3,200 meters of the lode had been abandoned. The New York company directors, upon Waterhouse’s request, voted in May, without stockholder approval, to sell the Candelaria to him. Castro promptly accepted the reports of two mining experts, both employed by Burns, confirming the abandonment of the mine, and officially recognized Burns as its owner” [Paulsen, 1981, 252]. After finding out about the swindle, Brumagim spent the next years of his life trying to get his mine and the profits it finally realized returned to him. He started pursuing his goals in the U. S. court system and went through both the civil and criminal court systems in Mexico. He appealed to foreign diplomats as well as the U. S. ambassadors to Mexico without much luck. His sister even signed an affidavit in her capacity as the administratrix of her husband’s estate saying Brumagim was the true owner of the last Laveaga share. Nothing Brumagim did seemed to work. He had a good case. The Mexican Mining Law Code of 1884 in its Article 72 stated that mine managers could not denounce “other mines within 800 meters of his own, unless he did so for the owner. Because Burns had ‘fraudulently denounced’ the Candelaria for Waterhouse, he had violated his company’s lease” [Paulsen, 1981, 257]. Brugamim was still trying to pursue his day in court at the start of the 1910 Mexican Revolution. Brugamin died in 1914 not having realized his dreams of regaining ownership of the mine and getting recompensed for the millions he was cheated out of. However, “in 1917, the regime of President Venustiano Carranza nullified various decrees and decisions between February of 1913 and September of 1914, including the decision to deny the Birmingham company possession of the property. In December of 1917 the Federal District Court in Mexico City finally declared the fraudulent denunciation null and void. The Candelaria Gold and Silver Mining Company was authorized to take possession of the mine, subject to Article 27 of the new Constitution of 1917 which nationalized subsoil deposits. While the company was pleased to have the denunciation voided, it refused to take possession subject to Article 27, preferring to pursue its claim for losses against the Mexican government. For reasons that are not entirely clear, the claim was never adjudicated. It was pending as late as 1937, at which time the United States claims commissioner was attempting to locate the company’s stockholders. As a result, the Candelaria remained in the hands of Burns and his Consolidated Candelaria Company. Perhaps Birmingham was fortunate in being spared the frustrations incurred by other American investors in Mexican properties who had to contend in the 1920s with the issue over retroactive application of the provisions of Article 27” [Paulsen, 1981, 265]. Ultimately, the Candelaria story reflects the conflicts and troubles Americans had with investing in South American properties. There was political unrest, changing rules, and difficulties in negotiating between the U.S. And other countries' laws [Paulsen, “The Legal Battle for the Candelaria Mine in Durango, Mexico, 1890-1917,” Journal of the Southwest, pp. 243-266, Vol. 23, No. 3 (Autumn, 1981)]. Top obverse 21 mm by 50 mm engraved and inscrolled with beautiful calligraphy. Inscription "DM" in fanciful capital lettering. The right side is 19 mm by 52 mm inscribed with calligraphy is "Candelaria Mine, San Dimas, Mexico." Burns is noted to have been the president of the mine at the turn of the twentieth century. However, this ingot has no inscription date. Other sides of the bar are uninscribed. The weight is 204.7 grams. A similar piece sold at Stacks in January of 2001. The mine produced a large amount of silver and gold. The main office for the mine was in San Francisco. Inscription of the president's initials on the ingot indicates his pride of ownership. At the turn of the century, ingots may have been provided to a handful of company investors to create excitement and show the successful growth of the mine.

**************************************ADD WRITE UP***********************************************SJDR 195 AV 559 9941. 17.95 Troy ounces.

18.66 Troy ounces. SJDR 192/AV/581/9941

Lot of 9 including: "Old Times First Prize Chicago 1893 Grand Prize St. Louis 1905,"Hewitt Whiskey," "S.P. Cerf's Extra Fine Whiskey, "Moose Club Whiskey," and "Old Hubby." - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4, including a bottle associated with one of the most popular embossed Western whiskies: "Jockey Club". Also "Old Metropolitan," "Old Continental," and "Old Chase Whiskey." - Jacobitz Collection

6" tall flask, label under glass reads: "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year." The gentleman, worse for wear, is labeled "But you ought to see the other fellow." Screw top intact, quilted reverse. Label in excellent condition. - Jacobitz Collection

6.25" tall, with beautiful label under glass of a young dancing girl. Screw top intact, quilted reverse. - Jacobitz Collection

4" tall, made in Germany by Villeroy & Coch Company for the Charles F. Hires Company. Excellent condition. Sold for $318, October 2007, American Bottle Auctions. - Jacobitz Collection

Scarce. Well known embossed whiskey bottle. Piece in very nice condition. - Jacobitz Collection

Beautiful 11.5” (to top of handle) tall, 4.5” wide hand-blown, hand-enameled pitcher. Rim is decoratively ruffled and styled to subtly resemble a jack-in-the-pulpit. Open pontil indicates that the pitcher was indeed hand-blown. Clear glass. Blue and gold painted trim with hand-enameled white flowers and orange dots. Applied clear handle. Subtly ribbed interior. Three bubbles throughout body. Minimal wear to the enameling. No maker’s mark. Given this pitcher’s construction and style of design, it was likely made in the mid-1800s. - Jacobitz Collection

James Watson & Co was a whisky blender from Dundee, Scotland. The company operated throughout the 1800s and early 1900s and became famous for its #10 Whisky, for which a patent was filed in 1815. A pristine 7.5” tall by 4.5” wide globular water decanter with a vibrant cranberry colored kick-up base inscribed “Watson’s/ Dundee/ Whisky.” in white enamel. Long neck with scalloped facets. No chips. Absolutely gorgeous. A very rare and unique find. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of seven miniature spittoons in brass, aluminum, and one enameled. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 8: Hayner Distilling(2); Sunny Brook (4); The Old Government; Fine Old KY Taylor whiskey. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4: 1) An 11” tall, with matching top, seltzer etched “MASON/ SODA WORKS/ SAUSALITO” on front in very large block letters. No maker’s mark. Clear glass, intact siphon tube, still contains liquid. 2) An 11.5” tall, with top, seltzer etched “IMPERIAL/ GINGER ALE & SODA WATER/ COMPANY./ OAKLAND, CAL.” on front with no maker’s mark on footed base. The top is engraved “S. J. S” and the siphon tube is intact. Clear glass, no chips or cracks but stained. 3) Two 11.5” tall cobalt seltzers etched “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” on front and MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA on bottom. Both siphon tubes engraved “NEVADA PACKING CO.” with intact tubes. Cobalt glass, no chips or cracks, still contain liquid.

Measures 10.25” x 7.5”, some wear, including crease and tears along the sides and in the middle. The leaflet promotes two sermons; “The Ungodly League of Church and Saloon” and "Touch Not the Unclean Thing.” Both taken from The Voice. Produced in New York, September 1891. A section from one of the passages reads: “a church that will not insist that its members array themselves against that license of drunkard-making and against all political parties that uphold it has lost it s power to cope with sin and has become an ally of hell.” The topic of temperance and alcohol consumption has a long and complex history in the United States. By the time this leaflet was produced, many groups banded together to campaign against businesses that supported the making or selling of alcohol. The list included the American Temperance Society, Prohibition Party, the Woman`s Christian Temperance Union and many others. Religious leaders and other temperance groups wrote and produced leaflets to help gain support in banning alcohol. This leaflet is one of many made, meant to gain support for the cause [Ref: American Temperance Movement, Jack S. Blocker, 1989, pp 13-26].

1) Three 11.5” tall, with matching chrome tops, “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” seltzers with “MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA” maker’s marks. Cobalt glass, no chips or cracks, few small bubbles, stained, one contains liquid. 2) An 11.5” tall, with top, seltzer bottle etched WIELAND BOTTLING WORKS RENO NEV./ H.C. HEIDTMANN/ PHONE 109”. The top, covered in pink paint, is engraved “W. B. CO.”, siphon tube shattered inside bottle. No maker’s mark. Clear glass, no chips or cracks, still contains liquid. 3) A 12” tall, with matching top, “INDEPENDENT/ SELTZER/ WATER CO./ SAN FRANCISCO.” bottle with “MADE/ IN/ AUSTRIA” crown logo maker’s mark on bottom. Clear glass, intact siphon tube, some bubbles throughout body, no cracks, 2 small chips in bottom.

Clear glass. Image of a drug bottle on the front with the name “Dr. Harder’s” next to it. Very little wear.

Weighs 8 oz and measures 5.25” x 3.” The upper half of this flask has a lovely leaf and grape design. The bottom half is removable. Maker is unknown, but the engraving on the bottom reads “STERLING 203.” Little wear.

A framed, copper-flashed cast iron advertising mirror for Louis James Cigars. The oval glass is beveled and the mirror is designed with a hinged easel back for display on a countertop. “Louis James Cigars” is printed in relief lettering in the inset surrounding the mirror. The inset is painted dark blue/green; the frame itself is quite ornate in the Victorian fashion. Overall, it measures 10.5" x 12.5” and is quite heavy. On the reverse is a brass plate secured with screws to enable replacement of the glass. VF.

Six bottles: 3 classic ale bottles c1700-1830s. A) Ale bottle. B) Onion pontil. C) Onion open pontil. 4) Light amber open pontil c1860. 5) Green c1880. 6) New pinch whisky (Scotch). There are several minor dings (understandable considering age) but generally, bottles are all in very good condition. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

“Turkey Red/ Cigarettes” poster, measures 13.25” x 16.75”. Encased in 18.5” x 22.5” wooden frame. Depicts a woman wearing a fez and sash tied with the moon symbol from the Turkish flag. She is holding up a packet of Turkish Red Cigarettes. She is flanked by two more fez hovering by her shoulders. The cigarette pack in her hand bears the same image as appears on the poster. Vibrant red ink. Very good condition, save for what appears to be water damage in the upper right corner. The girl in this ad bears American features, but Eurasian dress because it was considered improper to portray an American woman smoking. Turkey Red advertisements are among the most highly sought after items in the field of baseball related tobacco collectibles. From 1910-11, inside each packet of Turkey Reds cigarettes one would find a coupon. Ten coupons could be exchanged for a full-color cabinet sized poster of one of 126 baseball players or boxers [Ref: t3turkeyred.com]. - Jacobitz Collection

3 Beverage Advertising Paperweights. 1) Cooks Imperial Extra Dry (American Wine Co, St. Louis) 4" round. 2) Old Crow, James Crow ships a barrel of Whiskey to Henry Clay, 2" x 4" horizontal with side advertisements. 3) Olympia Beer, 1910 Greetings It`s the Water, Olympia Brewing Co. 2" x 4" vertical.

Lot of 10. There are 5 paper label whiskey bottles. 1) Sherman Pure Rye Whiskey. 2) Woodleaf Whiskey. Made by the Yosemite Wine Co. Distributors in Oakland, Ca. 3) College Club Pure Old Rye Whiskey. 4) Whiskey bottle, label is damaged but says “A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.” 5) Classic Cherry Cordial. Has never been opened and still contains liquid. Has a 1c Nevada liquor tax stamp on the back. 6) Black flask. There are also 4 novelty flasks. 1) Pretzel flask. 2) Drinkometer flask, “use it daily you’ll live gaily.” 3) Deer flask. 4) Prospector flask. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 15 including 6 shot glasses, unmarked except for one: “Calvert Reserve B.”. 7) Uncle Sam Whiskey, five shot holder. Made in the shape of a “shell,” the top opens and once held a bottle. Complements of Vucotich Brothers Hanford Cal. 8) Match safe, one side marked “R.B. HAYDEN” handmade sour mash whiskey. On the other, “GIBSON RYE” Charles Meincke & Co. Agents. 9) Wooden wine spigot. 10) Collapsible drinking cup with holder. Medical table and tea spoon measuring cup with holder. 11) Cyclists Cur, collapsible cup. 12) &13) Wine openers: one wooden, the other is in the shape of a bottle. 14) The Anti-Saloon League Exposed booklet. 15) A Board of Health notice from Placerville, CA.

Lot of 4: 1) Carmel Mission; 2) Pottet's Liquor Store, S.F.; 3)Capitol Liquor Company, L.A. (chipped); 4) Argonaut Whiskey E. Martin & Co. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 4: 1) Astor Wine Co., S.F. & Hornbrook; 2) Sonoma Wine Co., L.A.; 3) Henry Pollack, Omaha, Neb.; 4) Orange County Wine Co., Anaheim. - Jacobitz Collection

The town was named for Cornishman James Pearce, miner and cattleman, who discovered gold at what became the Commonwealth Mine in 1894. The post office opened in 1896, the railroad station in 1903, and by 1919 the population reached 1,500. The town declined in the 1930s, becoming a ghost town in the late 1940s following the last mine closure.

The Melczer Bros were a Wholesale Liquors Business on 114-122 W. Adams St. in Phoenix, Arizona. Early records through the Maricopa County Arizona History Archives show them 1911-1912, when Arizona was a Territory. Louis Melczer was the president of the business, an early Jewish business man in Arizona, and is listed in the Arizona Jewish Archives also as a Jewish owned business. Frank E. Leeper was the Vice President and Joseph T. Melczer was the Secretary and Treasurer of the company. This item, circa early 1900s, bears 3 long cracks in the surface, but no missing pieces. Measures 11” tall.

Beautiful dark blue cobalt seltzer bottle with etched logo and matching top. Slight wear on the bottle. Made in Czechoslovakia. Measures 11.25” tall with top. The Tucson O.F. Company was a home delivery water company and was in operation during the 1940s, but very little is known about them [Ref: A Collector’s Guide to Arizona Bottles & Stoneware, Michael Miller, p. 132].

Lot of 3. 1) ZIEGLER`S SODA WORKS/ TUCSON ARIZ. Bottle, light green color, 2-piece molded tool top, mug base, circular slug plate. "Z" on the bottom. 6.75" tall, very clean. The Ziegler family business began as a confectionary in 1897 and by 1899 it expanded to include soda works. 2) J.F.I. Tucson. 2-piece mold, tooled top hutch. 7" tall. This Pioneer Soda works bottle is a common variety in great condition. Pioneer was the first soda works company to provide easily accessible soda water to the territory. J.F.I. stands for John F. Innes, the original proprietor. Light blue. 3) T. Burns, Tucson, Ariz. Light blue. An uncommon Pioneer Soda Works variety from when the company was owned by Terry Burns. 2-piece mold, tooled top, oval slug plate, "this bottle not sold" on base. Nice blue aqua. Very clean with some case wear, no chips. A tough bottle. 6.75" tall.

Diverse lot including: 1) Four small cigar trays: 2 Miller High Life, 1 Nevada themed tray, and 1 Elverso Havana Cigars tray. All measure 6.5” x 4.5.” 2) Four bottle openers including Ruhstaller’s Lager Best Beer Brewed Sacramento, CA.; Drink Wieland’s Extra Pale Fredericksburg Export Lager; Oakland Brewing & Malting Co. Oakland, CA.; and, Consumer Ice Co. 3) One Beer sign for Baltz Malt Tonic, a nerve and muscle builder, measures 10.75” x 6.5”. 4) One Massachusetts pub anniversary stick from “Ye Ames tavern.” in Andover, measures 9.75”. 5) One Olympia Beer belt buckle, measures 3.25” x 2”. 6) One Blatz Old Heidelberg Beer button. 7) A group of 5 tops made from porcelain and cork. 8) Two glasses: Ruhstallers Gilt Edge Lager in Sacramento, and one for Olympia Beer. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 6: 1) Beautiful cobalt seltzer bottle, 12", with top, by 4" wide. “Nevada Packing Co.” top logo matches bottle’s decorative front etching “Property of Nevada Packing Company Reno, Nevada.” Siphon tube intact, maker’s mark on the bottom indicates “Made in Czechoslovakia.” This c1907-1910 bottle shows very little wear and the lower portion of the inside bears mineral deposits. Cobalt seltzers such as this are extremely rare, with perhaps five specimens known in collections, and "may have been presented as Christmas gifts for the company’s clients” [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 104]. 2) Seltzer 11.5" tall, with top, which is missing screw-on cap, by 4" wide. “Silver” is engraved on the top, intact siphon tube. “Wieland Bottling Works Reno, Nev.” etched on front. Center front etched “H.C. Heidtmann Phone 109.” No maker’s mark, and the bottle still contains some amber liquid. Clear glass, multiple small bubbles throughout surface, moderate interior staining. Harry C. Heidtmann managed the Wieland Saloon for Otto Benschuetz during the 1910s [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, pp. 144-5]. 3) The remaining 4 bottles in this lot of 6 are well-known Shasta Water Company seltzers. All are 12" tall, with tops, by 4" wide. All tops match the bottles with a “Shasta Water” logo. Three of the siphon tubes are intact, the last broken in half. Three of the bottles are embossed “Shasta Water” on front and reverse, with “Property of Shasta Water Co.” embossed on the front center. The lower fronts of these three are embossed with “San Francisco.” Two of these three bottles bear a “Made in Czecho-Slovakia” maker’s mark while the third bears none. The fourth bears an embossed “Property of The Shasta Water Co. 15” front and an embossed “Shasta Water” rear, no maker’s mark. All 4 clear glass with signs of wear and staining. This lot is stored in a green wooden "Silver State Syphons Reno" crate.

Very few California wine bottles from the nineteenth century are embossed with names of vintners or merchants. Even Brandy bottles, generally made with brown or amber glass are rare, but not as rare as the ubiquitous classic green bottle that holds about 1/5 gallon. For over a century, California vintners placed their wine into these green bottles. Most, if not all, had paper labels from the vintner and/or distributor. Only a few have embossed seals, applied as separate pieces of glass when the seals were hot. None have embossed bottle faces in the manner of whiskey bottles. There are only a small handful of different California wine company “blob” seal wines known–perhaps less than 15 total specimens from about 4 different merchants. This collection is the best seen by Fred Holabird in 35 years of collecting. Lot Includes: Napa Valley Wine Co. (c1885-1896). There are several examples of this bottle in this collection. I would estimate that there are a total of less than 10 known today in all sizes combined. Only one has ever hit the auction block, bought by me about a decade ago. NVWC began in 1885, managed by Emil C. Priber. They produced Napa Valley wine and sold it at their warehouse in San Francisco. Priber advertised in San Francisco Directories as “growers and dealers of native wines and brandies.” Their office was 11-13 First Street, and warehouse on King Street. By 1895, the company moved to larger quarters at 453-465 Brannan. Right after this period, many of the Napa vintners grouped together and formed the Napa Valley Wine Association, and Priber was one of them. C. Carpy, San Francisco (c1875-1892). This seal bottle dates circa 1885-1892 is perhaps one of the most important of the embossed California wine bottles. It represents a long period of ownership and production from a single vineyard in Napa. The company began in 1875 in San Francisco. They were known as Carpy & Anduran, importers of wines. By 1879, the firm had changed the order of the owner and partner names to Anduran & Co, showing Carpy and P. Van Bever as partners, producing wine from the Uncle Sam Vineyard in Napa. By 1882, they advertised themselves as “importers and jobbers of California Wines. The Uncle Sam Wine Cellar and Distillers” from Napa. Their office was at 513-517 Sacramento Street in San Francisco. Carpy took over himself by about 1885, and ran it successfully through about 1892. About that time, Carpy and other retailers and wholesalers banded together to form the California Wine Association, and the Carpy business became part of the new venture. By 1898, the California Wine Association boasted some of the biggest names in wine distribution business: Lachman, Carpy, Van Bergen, Kohler, and others. Paul O. Burns Wine Co., San Jose (c1888-1892). This company had an office in San Francisco in 1890, run by Sam Brownstone at 120-122 Front Street. The company may have joined one of the collective organizations in the early 1890’s. Burns was well known because he was the proprietor of the Yerba Buena Vineyard. Rare, as are the others. Kohler & Van Bergen (c1885-1892). Henry Kohler and Nicholas Van Bergen began this as separate from an old family liquor business of both the Kohler and the Van Bergen families in San Francisco. Henry had been a partner with Kohler & Frohling, and took off with Van Bergen in 1885. They produced California wine and brandy. They sold at several locations in San Francisco, while their winery and distillery was in Sacramento in 1890. They also maintained a New York Office. In 1892, the group joined forces with the California Wine Association and former competitors such as Carpy. For more information on this period of Napa wine production, please see The California Wine Industry 1830-1895 by Vincent Carosso, 1951.

Golden cover, mirror broken. "J. Walker`s/ California/ Vinegar/ Bitters/ The/ Great/ Blood/ Purifier/ Give It A Trial/ Sold By All Druggists." 1.5" diameter.

Lot consists of two B.O. Hart bottles from Ferndale, CA, and one from The Alpine, in Eureka, CA, with 2 tokens also from The Alpine. The B.O. Hart bottles include a one-pint round base shoo fly clear flask with natural sun coloring (light violet). Outside unground screw top. Ample air bubbles. Air vents at the shoulders. Slug plate embossed "B.O. Hart Ferndale, Cal". Base embossed "342 x" and the second bottle matches except for a "381" marking on the bottom. A listing for a B.O. Hart bottle was found in R.E. Barnett`s "Western Whisky Bottles No. 4". Although this listing was for a cylinder fifth, Barnett states, "Ferndale bottles are in demand, 1902 only, rare." Bottle 3 is listed in Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies by John L. Thomas. Clear flask with natural sun coloring (light violet). Neatly applied unground top with collar, and air vented at the shoulders. The slug plate is embossed "THE ALPINE W.C. HODGES EUREKA, CAL". In the book, Thomas states "328. THE ALPINE, W. C. HODGES - (1899-1918) William C. Hodges first opened a saloon in Eureka, California in 1899 called the Alpine Bar, which was located at 420 Second Street. Bill Hodges operated this bar until it was closed by Prohibition in 1918." Note: The lot also includes two copper tokens from The Alpine, embossed "Alpine 5" on both sides. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 5. 1) “Tippecanoe” Double Fire Copper Tippecanoe Mark Whiskey. Fred Raschen. 2) Santa Rosa Vineyard Co. 270-272 So. Main St. Los Angeles, CA. 3) J.F. Cutter Whiskey E. Martin & Co. 4) W.A. Lagey Pure Handmade Sour Mash Whiskey. 5) Gilt Edge Whiskey.

Lot of 3: 1) Bottle, 11.5", with top, by 4". Top unmarked, siphon tube intact. Front etched ”Shasta Water from Shasta Springs”/ “C.B. Strohm Co. Agents/ Los Angeles, Cal./ Average Contents 34 Fluid Ounces.” Maker’s mark “Made in Czechoslovakia” on bottom. Clear glass, little wear, some interior staining. According to Ancestry.com, Clarence Benjamin Strohm, born about 1882, lived in Los Angeles until he passed away in 1957. 2) Bottle measures 11.5"tall, with top, by 4" wide. Top bears remnants of pink and green paint and a “C.W. Rehnert Stockton” engraving. Siphon tube tip chipped. Oval etching with scalloped border reads “Alhambra Water From Alhambra Springs.” Two large chips in footed bottom . Etched maker’s mark in ornate triangular logo indicates “C. St. S. Made In Austria.” Clear glass, small chips in shoulder, little liquid and staining inside bottle. 3) Bottle measures about 11.5" with top, by 4". Top bears green paint and “Alhambra” engraving. Siphon tube intact. Circular etching with scalloped border: “Alhambra Water From Alhambra Springs.” Two medium chips in footed base, no maker’s mark. Clear glass with several small chips on shoulder. Still contains some liquid. Alhambra Water Company has operated since 1902. These bottles, from the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery, are stored in a 10" x 16" x 12" wooden crate: green paint, slots for 6 bottles.

Good for 10 cents in trade. Ghas. Gaus. Good condition.

With the half-pint size, lot #1459, this pair of stunning amber flasks has never before been available for public sale. The Arlington was one of the oldest concerns in Bakersfield, having been built sometime between 1878 and 1882. After several ownership changes over the years, M. Alfred Lindberg took over ownership in 1907 [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, Thomas, 1974]. This "THE ARLINGTON/ M. A. LINDBERG/ PROP/ BAKERSFIELD, CAL." whiskey bottle is known to come in two sizes (half-pint and pint) and two colors (amber and clear). This beautiful embossed half-pint picnic (pumpkinseed) amber whiskey flask is 5.25" tall, and has no maker`s mark. Has 3 rough spots in shoulder, 2 scratches below front slug, 4 bubbles in rear, and is vented at shoulder and hip on all sides. Listed in both Thomas and Wilson.

With the half-pint size, lot #1458, this pair of stunning amber flasks has never before been available for public sale. The Arlington is one of the oldest concerns in Bakersfield, having been built sometime between 1878 and 1882. After several ownership changes over the years when M. Alfred Lindberg took over ownership in 1907 [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, Thomas, 1974]. Slug inscribed “THE ARLINGTON M.A. LINDBERG PROP. BAKERSFIELD, CAL." This is an amber pint in near mint condition, with a footed base, single collar, un-ground top. Listed in both Thomas and Wilson. - Feisel Collection

Beautiful soda bottle with a Hutchinson and gravitator style top. Front embossed: “PEARSON BROS. BODIE” in block lettering. No maker’s mark. Deep fire aqua, almost blue—very rare coloration. Very nice texture. Multiple bubbles throughout. 7.5” tall by 2.5” wide. Excellent condition. The Pearson Soda Works represent a true California Gold Rush family business that branched out to other mining communities. In 1879, William Pearson moved to Bodie and the brothers set up shop in 1880. - Jacobitz Collection

A Pearson Bros. Aqua hutchinson from Bodie. There are no cracks or chips, save for a few lines on the applied top. Base is concave and there are air vent holes in the shoulders. In the fall of 1882, Bodie soda dealer, Mr. Brodigan was bought out by the Pearson brothers, who developed an extensive water system that included laying pipe from Rough Creek and a spring located at Lowe St. These are the sources of water they used to make their product, which was bottled in Bodie. The stone reservoir that was fed by these two sources held 3,000 gallons, which also drew local breweries to avail themselves of the water [Ref: A Look at California Hutchinson Type Bottles, Peck and Audie Markota, 1999].

11.5” with top, on a 4” wide footed base. Clear glass, no chips or cracks. Near mint. Top engraved “West Side Bott. Co./ Detroit, Mich.”. No maker’s mark. Front etched “Shamrock Saloon./ Pat Gallagher, Proprietor./ Next Door Below Collins’ Tin Shop./ Bodie, Cal./ First-Class Line of Liquors/ Placed in Store.” Within an ornate geometric border with floral and hummingbird design. Patrick Gallagher, born 1838 in Ireland, was the Saloon Keeper of the Shamrock Saloon in Bodie at least until 1880. Unlike other seltzers designed to sit on a back bar, the etching on this bottle is very small—surely impossible to read from a distance of 6 feet. Thorough records of “Collins’ Tin Shop” are difficult to find. According to the 2000 American Bottle Auction description for this bottle, “Here is an extremely rare seltzer which is one of two found under a house in BODIE Ca. This bottle was sold in 1979 at the San Diego bottle show and there is much history involved with the Shamrock saloon. The bar specialized in Irish whiskey, and in fact, the shamrock claim to fame maybe a gutfight in 1878 [actually, 1879], which resulted in the death of one of the Shamrock`s customers." Lot includes scraps from the 6 June 1879 Morning News newspaper. One scrap includes an advertisement “Shamrock Saloon,/ Pat Gallagher, Proprietor,/ Next Door Below Collins; Tin Shop/ This well known and popular place of/ resort has been thoroughly refitted and/ furnished and/ A First-Class Line of Liquors/ Placed in Store/ Pleasant and commodious Club Rooms/ attached.” - Jacobitz Collection

Measures 12” with top and footed base. Etched logo: “Balkan Soda Works, Colmo San Mateo CAL.” Unmarked top. Some wear, minor stains. From the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery Collection.

"Good For 10c In Trade/ Blake Hotel Bar, Etna Mills, Cal."

Lot of 2. 1) Artesian Mineral Water, Humboldt Eureka Cal etched on the bottle, 12” with top. Unmarked top. Some wear, large chip on the footed base. 2) J.P. Monroe Eureka, Cal, etched. Measures 10” without top. Some wear. From the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery.

Oval shaped mirror with a goat smelling laundered bloomers strung up on a clothes line. Quote below says "Alice, where art thou?"

Lot of 2: 1) 11.5" tall, with top, by 4" wide. Front etched FOLSOM SODA WORKS FOLSOM, CAL. Bottom etched with crown logo and REGISTERED TRADEMARK MADE IN AUSTRIA. Metal tops bears green paint, engraved EA SHUMWAY. The clear glass bottle is intact with a few very tiny dings. According to a February 2011 Folsom Telegraph article, a Folsom Soda Works bottle from 1900 to 1906, marked “FSW EA Shumway/Folsom,” was found near an old assay building during street renovations along Folsom`s Old Town Sutter Street. Also, a 1934 photograph depicts Folsom Soda Works located in an old Wells Fargo Building on Sutter Street. 2) 11.75" tall, with top, by 4" wide. Intact except for three small dings and one rough edge on bottom. Clear glass, etched front reads, "ARISTO MINERAL WATER & SYPHON CO. SACRAMENTO, CAL., base etched, MADE IN AUSTRIA. Top marked SILVER STATE. According to ancestry.com, Augustin E. Coolot organized the Aristo Mineral Water and Siphon Water Company after 1906. Coolot was born in Sacramento in 1867 and in 1902 moved to San Francisco. He returned to Sacramento after the great fire of 1906.

Lot of 3: 1) Slug inscribed HARTMAN HOTEL BAR C.L. HARTMAN HOLLISTER, CAL. On these two, 1 and 0.5 pint, clear picnics. Both have footed bases, single collar, un-ground tops and air vent holes on shoulders. There is a small notch in the half pint top and both could use a cleaning. Charles Hartman ran several businesses in Hollister before opening his hotel in 1896. The establishment included liquor sample rooms, a stage office, and was listed as the headquarters for commercial and oil men all the way up until 1916. 2) Slug inscribed WM EASTMAN HOLLISTER, CAL. on what is quite possibly the only known example of this half pint clear glass picnic. It has air vent holes on the shoulders, footed base, one small chip, and a single collar, neatly applied top, also with a small chip. Eastman was born in New York around 1849. He operated his bar until Prohibition shut him down in 1918, Then went into the grocery businessas Eastman Bros. [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo Flies, Thomas, 1974]. - Feisel Collection

These are two pint-sized picnic-style (pumpkinseed) flasks from the 1880s-90s. Both have neatly applied, unground double-roll tops. The older bottle, clear glass embossed THE BOUQUET J.H. LYNN HOLLISTER, CAL., has a 5" crack on the right side. The other bottle, slug plate embossed LYNN & PARKER HOLLISTER CAL, has sun-tinted violet glass with the "L&P" insignia in the center. There are very small air bubbles in each. According to "Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies", by John L. Thomas (1974), Joseph Lynn was not in the liquor business in Hollister prior to 1881. In 1886 he was running a saloon in the town. No data was available for the five years previous to this. By 1889 he was in partnership with Joseph Parker. Together they ran a place called the Palace Saloon. This may have been the bar Lynn owned in later years on San Benito Street. The partnership lasted through 1893, and may have lasted as long as 1895. However, in 1896 Lynn was the sole owner of the saloon on San Benito Street. It is believed that Lynn ran the bar at least until the turn of the century. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 10 tokens and bottles from The Mint Saloon. All slugs marked G.W. SPENCER THE MINT HOLLISTER, CAL. 1) Half pint shoo-fly clear glass, with footed base (one small chip) and un-ground screw top. Needs cleaning. 2) Half pint clear picnic style, with single collar, neatly applied un-ground top. Air vented at each shoulder and on a footed base (minute chip), this piece could use cleaning but in generally nice condition. 3) Pint picnic in clear glass, footed base and single collar, with neatly applied top. Piece could use a good cleaning. 4,5,6,7) Two "Good for Five Cents in Trade" and two "Good for 10 Cents in Trade" tokens for The Mint. Two are hole punched. All are in very good condition. The Mint, according to the 1899 census, was operated by G.W. Spencer. 8) Nice bonus! An apothecary bottle from Hiram Pond, a Hollister Pharmacist. Pond was born in New York in 1856 and had his druggist business in Hollister in 1892, according to the census report [Ref: Ancestry.com]. 9 & 10) Also included are two "Good for 10 Cents in Trade" tokens, one copper, one aluminum, from Pond, the Druggist. Both pieces are in very good condition. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 4: two pairs of shoo fly bottles, matching pints and half pints. Slug plates read, "Jefferies & Kipper 326 S. Spring St., Los Angeles, Cal. On half pint, letters are embossed and enhanced. On pint, just embossed. Both are shoo fly style with un-ground, single collar applied tops. Small chip on half pint, none visible on pint. Both have concave bottoms. Pint has 1188 embossed on base. Unlisted in Wilson and Thomas. The second set includes an amber pint and clear half pint with slug reading "The California Wines & Liquors, 230 W. 2nd St. Los Angeles, Cal." Both are embossed and enhanced. Pint has single collar, applied top and knife edge bottom with 1188 embossed. Half pint has an outside screw top and concave base, with small chips. Pint has small air bubble on reverse. Not listed in Wilson or Thomas, making it on the rare side. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3 L.A. area bottles including: 1) A 10 oz. neatly applied top, clear shoo fly flask with knife edge bottom. Inscribed "The Saratoga, 10 oz. Vic Hopf, Prop, 657 So. Main St. Los Angeles Cal." with a hairline crack on the top. Bottle not listed in Wilson. 2) A one pint, outside screw top with cap, ground top shoo fly flask. Bottle has knife edge bottom. Inscribed "J.B. Jarrue & Co., 228 S Spring St. Los Angeles, Cal., Phone Main 608." Small chip at top. Unlisted in Wilson 3) Outside screw top, un-ground, purple sun colored. Slug inscribed "Levy's Café, Los Angeles." Has knife edge bottom and light scratching. The number 1185 embossed on bottom. Un-listed in Wilson or Thomas. Rare. - Feisel Collection

Lot of six from The Grotto: 1) Inscribed slug WARD & FRYE THE GROTTO 222 D ST. MARYSVILLE, on the one pint clear shoo-fly pocket flask. Footed base, with small chip, a neatly applied, un-ground, screw top, also with some chipping. There are air vents and a few bubbles, but bottle is in excellent condition. 2) Slug marked GROTTO SALOON W.W. WARD PROP. MARYSVILLE, CAL. on this picnic style, clear glass bottle. Footed base, air vents on the shoulders and a neatly applied single collar, un-ground top. Some bubbles and staining. 3) Slug marked W.W. WARD GROTTO MARYSVILLE on this clear glass picnic, with single collar, un-ground top, footed base, and air vents on the shoulders. 4) "Good for 50 cents in Trade" Grotto token. Reverse marked WARD & FRYE. A hole has been punched through it, and is rough on the front, clearer on the reverse. 5). "Good for Five Cents in Trade" token, front reads "The Grotto", reverse reads "Ward & Frye". There`s a hole punched into the center , but piece is in very good condition. 6). "Good for Free Drink or Cigar" token. Reverse reads "THE GROTTO, 222 D ST. MARYSVILLE, CAL. W.W. WARD PROP. Very nice condition. William W. Frye formed a partnership and opened The Grotto Saloon in 1907. Previous to this, Ward was the sole owner. In 1914, Frye purchased Ward`s half of the saloon and kept it in operation until 1918 when Prohibition spelled the end [Ref: Picnics, Coffins and Shoo-Flies, John L. Thomas, 1974]. - Feisel Collection

Slug inscribed GROTTO SALOON WARD & FRYE PROP'S MARYSVILLE CAL. Listed in both Wilson and Thomas, this beautiful sun colored violet picnic pint is rare, especially in its great condition. This sample has a footed base and a single-collar, neatly applied top bearing a small hairline crack. According to Thomas, "William Ward formed a partnership with Zane Frye around 1907. Previous to that, Ward was sole owner. This partnership lasted until about 1914 when Frye purchased Ward's half of the business." Both publications note that this bottle is very rare. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3: 1) Slug marked DAN DONAHOE MINT SALOON MARYSVILLE, on this half pint, clear picnic bottle. This piece has a footed base and a single collared neatly applied top. Very good condition, but could use some cleaning. Unlisted in both Wilson and Thomas. 2) Slug marked MOUNTAIN BROOK WHISKEY JOHN L. STEWARD MARYSVILLE, CAL. on this coffin pint. Has a neatly applied single collar top, with a small chip out of the base. Bottle in need of cleaning. Not listed in Thomas or Wilson. 3) Token, "Good for five cents in trade or banjo at the bar." Reverse reads, "The Club, 315 3rd St. Wm. Wagner. Very good condition. - Feisel Collection

An 11.5" with top by 4" wide seltzer bottle from Marysville, California. Etched white logo, footed base with small chip, no maker`s mark. Chrome top engraved W.B.W. For Wieland Bottling Works. Although there were several soda bottlers in the Marysville, Yuba City, and even the Chico area, this particular company did not appear in the research.

"Good For 10 cents In Trade/ The Mint Marysville, Cal."

Slug indicates DAN DONAHOE MINT SALOON MARYSVILLE, on this half pint, clear picnic bottle. This piece has a footed base and a single collared neatly applied top. The spout has a small chip, but otherwise, the bottle is in very good condition. Unlisted in both Wilson and Thomas. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 2: 1) Slug inscribed KOHLBERG & CAVAGNARO WHOLESALE LIQUORS STOCKTON, CAL. on this one pint, clear picnic, with a double roll un-ground top. Footed base with air venting on the back. Several imperfections and bubbles near spout. Benjamine Kohlberg was in the business of selling tobacco in Stockton in 1876. Cavagnaro was in the bar business. Sometime between 1889 and 1893, the two formed a partnership that only appears to have lasted for two years [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, Thomas, 1974]. 2) A five ounce, paper labeled, clear glass sample with double collared, neatly applied, un-ground top. This is from The Mint in Modesto, George K. Pike & Co. Contained was Morville Blended Whiskey. In 1911, the business was located at 921 I St. and run by G. Pike and Jacob M. Pike Jr. Not listed in Thomas or Wilson. - Feisel Collection

"Good For One Drink/ The Club Saloon/ S. Gobbi,/Proprietor/ Main Street/ Mokelumne Hill."

"Good For One Drink/ The Club Saloon/ S. Gobbi,/ Proprietor/ Main Street/ Mokelumne Hill."

Lot of 5: 1) Slug marked SCHAUFELE BROS. THE OPERA, MONTEREY, CAL. on this ounce, clear picnic with footed base from this Monterey establishment. This piece has a neatly applied single collar, un-ground top, has air vent holes on each shoulder and is free of damage. 2,3) Also part of this set are two tokens. There is a "Good for 25 Cents in Trade" and a "Good for Five Cents in Trade" piece. Both tokens in good condition. Not listed in Thomas. 4) Slug inscribed WALSH & BECK THE COMMERCIAL SANTA CRUZ, CAL. on this one ounce clear, picnic style, with footed base (small chip), neatly applied single collar, un-ground top and two air vents on shoulders. There is a long crack/scratch on reverse and a small crack/scratch in front, above slug plate. This saloon was run by partners Walsh and Beck and was in existence by 1905. It was located at 124 Pacific Ave. and closed down because of Prohibition in 1918. 5) Paper label inscribed GUARANTEED BY EL ADOBE 324-326 ALVARDO ST. MONTEREY, CAL. FINE BOURBON WHISKEY on this 10 ounce bottle with a footed base (a small chip). Top is a single collar un-ground top with no damage. There are air vents on the shoulders and some air bubbles evident. Not listed in either Thomas or Wilson. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 2 half pint bottles from the Mendocino Wine Country. 1) Slug plate on this clear glass sample reads, W.T. WILSON THE TIVOLI MENDOCINO, CAL. Bottle has a footed base and a single collar applied un-ground top. 2) Paper labeled picnic half pint of Bourbon Whiskey from the Monopole 102 S. Main in Napa, C.F. Hargrave, proprietor. Label has some small tears. Footed base, with a single collar, neatly applied un-ground top. Neither are listed in Wilson. Tivoli is listed in Thomas, as well as C.F. Hargrave. - Feisel Collection

Slug reads MURPHY-BRIGGS & CO. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL LIQUOR DEALERS NEEDLES, CAL. on this sun washed violet half pint shoo fly. Footed base, air vents on each shoulder and a ground screw top, with a minute chip on spout. Also included are three octagonal "Good for One Drink" tokens. All items are in very good condition. Not listed in either Thomas or Wilson. - Feisel Collection

Slug plate indicates NEEDLES SALOON M.B. & CO. NEEDLES, CAL. This is a shoo fly half pint with a slight violet sun wash. Bottle still has metal screw on cap, over ground spout. There are air vents on both shoulders and a footed base with a small half-inch crack near the bottom. Not listed in Thomas or Wilson. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3: 1) A clear glass, faint sun purple, 7" tall hutchinson, with gravity stopper. Slug inscribed NEVADA CITY SODA WORKS E.T.R. POWELL. Applied top, small chip in base. 2) Slug indicates RICHARD A. NOELL NEVADA CITY SODA WORKS NET CONTENTS 8 FLUID OUNCES. Light green, 8" crown top. The Nevada City Soda Works was located on what was then Washington Road (now Uren Street) near the city limits. They bottled various flavors of carbonated soft drinks under the Mountain Maid label and also distributed Coca-Cola and Shasta beverage products, Roma wine, and two brands of beer. 3) Slug inscribed BOTTLED BY CLINCH MERCHANTILE CO. DEALERS IN WINES & LIQUORS GRASS VALLEY, CAL on this 11" clear glass (slight sun wash) quart size liquor bottle, slightly crooked neck, applied top, and warped base. There are air vent holes in the shoulders, no damage. Clinch served two terms as Mayor of Grass Valley from 1899 to 1902. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2: 1) Slug marked THE NOBLE BUFFET BELTINK & RITTER OAKLAND, CAL. on this one pint clear glass bottle. Top is neatly applied, single collar, un-ground. There are air vent holes on shoulders and some small bubbles. This is a post-1906 earthquake sample. Gus J. Beltink opened the Noble Bar on 14th St. In 1904. In 1906, he formed a partnership with George P. Ritter that lasted 10 years [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, Thomas, 1974]. 2) Slug inscribed LANDREGAN & WHITE WHOLESALE LIQUOR MERCHANTS OAKLAND, CAL. on this half pint, clear glass coffin, with single collar, neatly applied, un-ground top. James Landregan went into partnership with a Mr. White in 1907. The business was on 61st St. and closed in 1920 because of Prohibition [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, Thomas, 1974]. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 2: 1) Oakland Pioneer Soda Water Company (there is a hutchinson bottle from this same company in existence). This piece is in near new condition, with even some left over soda in the bottom. Measures 11.5" with top by 4". Chrome top, siphon tube intact. Bottom etching reads MADE IN CZECHOSLOVAKIA. 2) Courtney`s Red Tops seltzer bottle. Measures 11.5" inches tall with top by 4". Siphon tube intact. Top bears light pink paint chipping and an illegible engraving. Bottle etching reads NET CONTENTS ONE QUART 2 FLUID OUNCES.

Lot of 6: 1) Half pint coffin flask, "THEODOR GIER OAKLAND, CAL.". Gier started out as a grocer at the age of 23 and ran a liquor and wine wholesale and retail business at the age of 32. The wholesale was located at 515 14th St. While the retail outlet was at 915 Washington St. This flask is lightly sun colored, has two air vents and a neatly applied single collar un-ground glass top. There are small chips and cracks on the spout and could use a cleaning. 2) Slug reads, OLD CROW BONDED 7TH & BD`WY OAKLAND. A.A. DAHLKE on this rare, aqua green half pint shoo fly pocket flask. Single collar, neatly applied, un-ground top that has a small imperfection in it. There are also air vents in both shoulders. 3) Also included are four "Good for 5 Cents in Trade" tokens, all in very good condition. Listed in Thomas and Wilson. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 5: 1) W.B Quigley Co. Half pint clear shoo fly, neatly applied top, un-ground with collar, knife edge base, 1905-1910. Embossed, no chips or cracks. This particular bottle is not listed in Wilson, although an amber whisky is. Quigley was a stagecoach driver back in 1883. 2) Herman's Corner clear half pint shoo fly flask from Oakland. Double roll collar, concave base. Round slug plate reads "Herman's Corner H. Windmuller NW Cor. 12th & Webster Sts. Oakland, Cal. Not listed in Wilson or Thomas. 3) Encinal Bar half pint shoo fly, with slug plate reading "Encinal Bar, C. Otzen Prop. Cor. High St. & Encinal Ave." Concave bottom, un-ground, outside screw top with a natural sun colored purple hue. Unlisted in Wilson. 4) Quigley, same as No. 1. 5) Quigley, same as No. 1 and 4. Corked and filled with whisky. All pieces are in very good condition with no visible cracks or chips. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 5: 1) Three saloon tokens. Tokens include a 5 cent, 10 cent, scalloped, and free drink. Tokens in very good to mint condition. 2) Pint and half pint slugs read "The Occidental, Oakland Cal. Frank Pereira Proprietor." The establishment was located at 874 Washington in the 1899 Oakland directory. This address changed to 477 8th St. as of the 1909 directory, leading one to assume that while Pereira`s building may have not survived the 1906 Earthquake, his business did at a different location. Both bottles are clear and have screw tops and footed bases. Both have small air vents on base and ground tops. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3: 1) One bottle, 12", with top, by 4". Top bears pink paint, “W.B.W.” engraving, and intact siphon tube. Bottle front, “Imperial Ginger Ale Co. Oakland Cal.” etched in ornate script. Footed bottom bears no maker’s mark. Clear glass, small chip on foot, several small chips on shoulder, some wear, and interior staining. 2) Pair of bottles, 11.5" with tops, by 4". Tops are unmarked and both siphon tubes are intact. Within a circular etched logo the bottle fronts read “Courtney’s Red Tops Oakland Cal.” The worn bottoms bear no maker’s marks. Both clear glass with some wear, one heavily stained, the other bearing some staining. No known Hutchinsons for either company in this lot. This lot is stored in a green wooden “Humboldt Soda Works” crate.

Lot of 2: 1) Mason Soda Works, Sausalito etched. Footed base, measures 12". Reno Brewing Company top. 2) Petaluma Soda & Seltzer Works. Petaluma, CA. Etched. Measures 12” with top and footed base,. Made in Austria. Both have some wear and stains. From the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery Collection.

A very rare aqua, neatly applied, no collar top on this 7.5" tall bottle from historic Fountain & Tallman soda works in Placerville, or Old Hangtown as it was known in the mid-19th century. No cracks or chips. Slug marked FOUNTAIN & TALLMAN CALFA on the front, and BRIDGTON NJ on the reverse. This would be the jewel of any soda bottle collection. The two-story Fountain & Tallman masonry structure was built as a soda water factory in 1852. The brick walls of the building are more than 2` thick so ice and soda supplies could be kept cool. These construction materials protected it from fires that had destroyed surrounding buildings, and as a result it is the oldest building in Placerville. The water was pulled from the spring out back. An odd looking contraption housed inside the building added carbon dioxide (CO2) to the water, and is currently on display. Many miners apparently fancied a good soda water.

This jug is a new discovery, dating to the circa 1900-1910 period, and coincides with two different Capitol tokens from Quincy that date from the same period. It may be the only California saloon jug known. Original two-tone whiskey jug, previously unknown. 7” tall, 4” diameter at largest part.

This flask-shaped 7.75” brown-glass bottle was produced in a two-piece mold as indicated by the single continuous mold seam down one shoulder of the bottle, across the base and up the other side to the lip. The lip was then applied separately. The paper label reads: “Superior Old Port Wine. For Medicinal Use. Gleaves & Averill, Druggists, California Street, Redding, Cal.” This bottle is probably unique. J.M. Gleaves and G.W. Averill were partners in their drug store at least by 1881 when they were listed in the “History and Business Directory of Shasta County,” by B.F. Frank and H.W. Chappell. In 1883, their business was destroyed by fire on 18 October: “A fire broke out at a quarter after 7 to-night in the sheds back of Frank Miller`s warehouse, destroying Gleaves & Averill`s store, J. M. Estes` tin shop, Frank Miller`s warehouse, Geo. Grove`s sleeping-rooms. The firemen and citizens worked with heroism….Gleaves & Averill, and Estes sustained a total loss.” [Ref: Sacramento Daily Union, Volume 18, Number 50, 19 October 1883, p. 2]. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection

Lot of 6: 1) Bottle reads, WIELAND`S "LITTLE POP" on the front, CAL BOTTLING CO on the reverse, on this violet colored 7" tall, applied top. Wieland had a brewery in San Francisco at 234 Second Street. 2) Sierra Lager, clear glass, blob top, 11.5" tall with SL logo on slug. Some bubbles. Brewed by Reno Brewing Company, a firm started by three Montana transplants: John Maurer, Peter Dohr, and Jacob Hook. Located at 990 E. 4th Street, they opened for business in July of 1903. 3) Amber Rainier Beer Bottling Works, with crown top. The Rainier Bottling Works started in Reno in 1905, owned by the Seattle Brewing & Malting Company. 4) Bottle from The Tonopah Bottle House, amber with applied top and paper label. 5 & 6) One amber and one clear glass from the Buffalo Brewing Company of Sacramento. The amber is applied top with no cracks or chips evident. Clear is a crown top with some chips at the base. In 1890, Buffalo Brewing Company began brewing beer in Sacramento. The company shut down beer production at the onset of Prohibition and resumed again when the 21st Amendment was ratified. During Prohibition, the brewery survived by brewing "near beer" and soft drinks, as well as producing ice for local distribution. Buffalo Brewery closed its doors for good in 1942 [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred Holabird, 2012]. - Jacobitz Collection

Tray honors the San Francisco Exposition of 1915. The seal of California is painted at the bottom, and at the top it reads "Through the Panama Canal to the Golden Gate." This colorful tray has a Pan-Pacific theme. The Buffalo Brewery was at one time the largest west of the Mississippi. After surviving Prohibition, it reopened after ratification of the 21st Amendment, ultimately closing for good in 1942. Round tray measures 12" in diameter, shows minor wear on the reverse, and is in excellent condition on painted side. - Jacobitz Collection

This tray advertises Buffalo Brewing Company's Lagers and Porters. This colorful tray has a Hawaiian theme. The Buffalo Brewery was at one time the largest west of the Mississippi. After surviving Prohibition, it reopened after ratification of the 21st Amendment, ultimately closing for good in 1942. Round tray measures 13" in diameter, shows almost no wear on the reverse, and is in pristine condition on painted side. There is 1 tiny dent in the metal, but no paint damage. - Jacobitz Collection

1.5" x 2.75" leather covered match case advertising "Buffalo Brewing Co. Sacramento, Cal. "Bohemian" "New Brew." Also hygienic toothpicks advertising the Sacramento brewer. - Jacobitz Collection

Measures 2" x 3". There is a relief of a mounted cowboy roping a bison. The reverse reads "Compliments of Buffalo Brewing Co. Sacramento, Cal. Piece is in very good condition with some patina. The spring in the lid is still tight. Very good condition.

4.25" metal tip tray. Inscribed "Through the Panama Canal to the Golden Gate" and "San Francisco Exposition 1915" "The Nations Paying Homage to San Francisco." - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: beer opener, stock certificate, and cribbage board advertising the Sacramento Brewery. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 5: 1) Slug plate reads GEO. WISSEMANN SACRAMENTO CAL. on this amber one pint shoo fly pocket flask. Footed base, screw top with metal cap. Wissemann was the proprietor of Restaurant de France at 427-429 K St. He was also an agent for Pabst Blue Ribbon, according to an 1893 Sacramento city directory. 2) THE SENATE HENDRIX & SHARKEY WINES & LIQUORS OROVILLE, CAL. on this one pint, lightly sun washed coffin flask with severe damage. Single collar, neatly applied, un-ground top. Hendrix went into business with Walter Sharkey and in 1904, they opened The Senate, located on Montgomery St. They remained in business until about 1915 [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, John L. Thomas, 1974]. 3 & 4) HERMAN FISCHER WINE & LIQUORS DIXON on this 5 oz. shoo-fly pocket flask. Clear glass, sun tinted, air vented, small bubbles in glass, neatly applied double collar, un-ground top. Herman Fischer was born in Germany in 1861, immigrated to America in 1881, and was in business as a saloon owner in 1899 [Ref: Ancestry.com]. 5) Bottle reads HANFORD LIQUOR STORE VUCOVICH BROS. This is a fifth clear glass, with neatly applied single collared un-ground top. Listed in Wilson as being from 1910-1916. There are a few small bubbles. - Feisel Collection

According to Ancestry.com, Schmidt was in business with a man named Jenkins in 1880. The business was located at 924 J St. This business card is probably post 1880, when Schmidt went into business by himself. Larger by today`s standards, the card measures 2.5" x 4". On the reverse is a list of the alarm calls for the various firehouses in the city. Printed by Charles Schmitt Printer, who was located at 305 J St. Very nice condition.

1) A 2” tall clear shot glass, gold trim on lip, inscribed “SNOW FLAKE/ WHISKEY” on the front. No chips, cracks, or bubbles. Some wear on the gold border. Circa 1884-1908. 2) A 2” tall clear shot glass, “EBNER BROS CO./ COLONIAL WHISKEY/ EB/ SACRAMENTO, CAL.” on front. Gold border on upper lip, very good condition. Circa 1866-1918. 3) A 2” tall clear shot glass, marked “COVINGTON GROVE/ JAMES WOODBURN CO./ SACRAMENTO” with a slightly worn gold border on the lip. Circa 1884-1912. 4) A 2” tall clear shot glass, marked “KENTUCKY STANDARD/ No 1/ GEO. WISSEMANN/ SACRAMENTO” in very good condition, with only a small inclusion in the glass below the front markings. Circa 1902-1918. 5) A 2” tall clear shot glass, marked “KENTUCKY STANDARD/ SELECT/ GEO. WISSEMANN/ SACRAMENTO”. Small chip in lip. Circa 1902-1918.

Lot of 7: 1) C. TYNAN J.H. CUTTER WHISKEY SALINAS, CAL. on this pint size, clear glass shoo-fly pocket flask. Footed base has some minor chipping, top is screw type with un-ground spout. Vent holes in shoulders. 2) THOLCKE & LAPIERRE 165-167 MAINE ST. SALINAS. This sun-colored picnic is vented on the back, a footed base and a single collar un-ground top. 3-6) Two "Good for 5 cents in trade" Good for 25 cents in trade" and a "Good for 10 cents in trade." All from C. Tynan. 7) An ad token from Tholcke & LaPierre. Tholcke owned or ran several saloons in Salinas, starting back in 1880, before he became partners with G. LaPierre in a liquor and grocery store around 1895. Tokens are in very good to mint condition. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 2: 1) 12" x 4", clear glass, front etched SALINAS SODA WORKS P. STEIGELMAN PROP`R. CAL. Footed base worn around the edges on the bottom, a few long surface scratches, chrome SILVER STATE top, intact tube. A hutchinson bottle was made by the same company. According to "A Look at California Hutchinson Type Soda Bottles" by Peck and Audie Markota, "In the early 1880s Philip Steigelman started the Salinas Soda Works on California Street near Gabilan Street, where he manufactured soda water until sometime around 1910." 2) 11.75" x 4", front etched LOS BANOS SODA WORKS IACOPI BROS. SELTZER WATER. Clear glass bottle with a few small dings, some staining, but intact. Footed base etched MADE IN AUSTRIA with a bird symbol. Chrome SFSWCO top. According to ancestry.com, Felice Iacopi and his brother, Angelo Iacopi, bought the Los Banos Soda Works in 1901 and they operated it for a time until Felice sold out to his brother and built an ice plant.

"Good For 10 cents In Trade/ California`s/ Finest Buffet/ The Golden Lion Tavern/ San Diego,/ California." Unslabbed but certified.

Lot of 2 colorful cards, 4.25” x 2.85”, little wear. On both cards the trade mark of a bear is located on the left side as well as the business of “A. Fenkhausen & Co. No. 414 Front St. San Francisco, CA.” 1) is the image of flowers in a vase. 2) Has the image of dancing children. A. Fenkhausen & Co. appears in the San Francisco directory in the late 19th century. A. Fenkhausen & Co. produced some of the most popular whiskey bottles at the time. The bottles feature the image of the California bear and are a must have for any bottle collector. These two advertising cards for A. Fenkhausen & Co. are an extremely rare gem, and shouldn’t be over looked [Ref: http://www.westernwhiskeytooltopgazette.com], [Ref: Western Whiskey Bottles, R.E. Barnett, 1997].

Lot of 2: 1) Imperial Soda Water Company of Oakland. 11.5" tall, with top, by 4". Etched white label. Top bears pink paint, etched Imperial Soda water Company. Illegible maker's mark on bottom. 2) Seltzer bottle from Independent Bottling Works San Francisco. Measures 11.5", with top, by 4". Top engraved INDEPENDENT BOTT. WKS.

Lot of 2: 1) Amber one pint Eagle Vineyard shoo fly pocket flask. Neatly applied single collar, un-ground top, and a footed base. Bottle is embossed with WM. GOLDMAN PROP. S.F. The business was located on the corner of 8th and Folsom Streets in 1907. 2) One half pint clear picnic bottle, CITY HALL WINE VAULTS 505 HAYES ST CHAS. MARTIN. PROP. Top un-ground, single collar, air vents on the shoulders and a slight indentation just above the footed base on the reverse. There are a few air bubbles and some roughness on the base, but bottle is in very nice condition. Martin opened his bar at 501 Hayes in 1914 until Prohibition in 1918. Listed in Thomas. - Feisel Collection

This is an A.B.C. House clear picnic bottle with a JOHN FERGUSON A.B.C. HOUSE 501 KEARNY ST. S.F. slug. John J. Ferguson started business in San Francisco in 1875 when he opened the Occidental House. Three years later, he opened a bar on California St. called The Sunnyside Saloon. This lasted 8 years until 1885, when he opened the A.B.C. House, which became one of the most successful saloons in the city, lasting for 33 years, only to close down due to Prohibition [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, John L. Thomas, 1974]. This half pint has a neatly applied, single collar, un-ground top, a footed base, and a fancy badge shaped slug. Several small cracks on the reverse, could use a good cleaning. One of the early picnics from "The City." Listed in Thomas, not in Wilson. - Feisel Collection

The slug reads SUNNYSIDE SALOON PH. DE MARTINI PROP. 304 CALIFORNIA ST. S.F. On this clear glass picnic with footed base and air vented shoulders. The single collar top has some cracks and the bottle could use a cleaning. The Sunnyside Saloon was opened by John J. Ferguson in 1878. After eight years, he opened the A.B.C. House, apparently selling his California St. Bar to Mr. De Martini.

Lot of 2 from Market St. Address in "The City." 1) MEYER & EVISTON 19 MARKET ST. COR. STEWART S.F. CAL. GOODS AS REPRESENTED on this half pint clear coffin flask. Top is neatly applied single collared un-ground top. There are two small air vents on the shoulders and some air bubbles. Joseph L. Eviston was in partnership with a man named Meyer in 1898. Eviston lived a few doors down from the business at 23 Market St. 2) G. ROTTANZI LIQUOR DEALER 1027 MARKET ST. S.F. On this one pint clear picnic style. The embossing is enhanced in black, there is a footed base and a single collar, neatly applied un-ground top. Rottanzi can be found in the 1875 S.F. Directory, at this Market St. Address in 1875. He died in 1899 and his wife ran his liquor and tobacco business for one more year before selling out [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo Flies, Thomas, 1974]. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 4: 1) J.J. SWEENEY TRANSFER BAR N.E. COR. 4TH & MISSION. Ounce, clear, shoo-fly with screw top (small chip) and un-ground top (small chip). Footed base is rough and chipped. Air vents on shoulders. 2) Slug reads JOSEPH FETZ S.E. COR. 3D & MISSION SAN FRANCISCO. Half ounce, clear, coffin flask, neatly applied single collar, un-ground top. Fetz first opened a saloon on the corner of Geary and Dupont Sts. In late 1881, he moved to 107 Third St. and remained there for 10 years. He then was out of the business for a year, before opening another saloon, from whence this bottle came, on Third and Mission. His business was destroyed by the 1906 Earthquake and Fire, but he rebounded and stayed in the liquor and wine business until his death in 1915. 3) JAMES W. BONNEY NW CORNER 14TH & MISSION STS. SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. Half pint clear glass shoo-fly pocket flask, with footed base (rough in the front). Screw top, un-ground smooth top and air vent holes on shoulders. Bonney had a saloon at the 1798 Mission St address from 1896 until 1911. 4) THE "ARCADE" GLYNN`S S.W. CORNER MISSION & FOURTH STS. Half ounce, clear glass shoo-fly pocket flask, footed base (rough in the front), screw top, and un-ground spout. Air vented on the shoulders, this piece is in very good condition. Joseph Glynn (saloon keeper) is found in the 1900 city directory, living at 128 Mission, near the corner of Fourth and Mission Streets. - Feisel Collection

4.5" metal tip tray advertising "the first lager beer brewed in San Francisco," and billed "The Best in the West." - Jacobitz Collection

Tray from the National Brewing Company, 222-224 Fulton San Francisco. Found in the City directory from 1890, the company piece is advertising National Beer, "The Best in the West", claiming to be, "The First Lager Beer Brewed in San Francisco." This colorful tray has an illustration of a mounted cowboy, holding up a bottle of the beer. Tray measures 12" x 16" and while showing some wear on the reverse, is in excellent condition on painted side. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 2 from the city Herb Caen dubbed, "Bagdad by the Bay." 1) F.J. BAYER 400 HAIGHT ST SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. Half pint coffin flask, beautiful sun washed violet. Frank J. Bayer began in the saloon business in 1890 when opened a bar on the northwest corner of Haight and Webster. Shortly after the business was opened, he had a coffin flask made to advertise his location. He remained there for 28 years and, even though he survived the 1906 Earthquake, he was forced to close with the beginning of Prohibition [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, John L. Thomas, 1974]. This sample has a single collar, neatly applied top, air vents on the shoulders, and what appears to be a hairline crack or scratch on the right side near the bottom. 2) A rare one pint Newman Flask in near mint condition. Has the usual characteristics associated with this type of bottle, including the metal cup stopper. Bright blue/green tint. Metal token-like insert reads, "TREICH & LOUSTAUNOU 1543 EDDY ST. S.F." Newman flasks were invented by Carleton Newman of San Francisco and patented 17 October 1876, number 183-322. - Feisel Collection

This exceptional, original demi-john box is inscribed "GLASS/ THIS SIDE UP" on the top, "1 GAL/ COGNAC" on one side, and "NEWMAN'S/ IMPROVED/ BOXED/ DEMI-JOHN/ PAT'D JUNE 19TH 1877./ MANUFR BY THE/ S. F. AND/ PACIFIC/ GLASS WORKS". Black handles, intact green glass. Wooden top is fully removable. Measures 9.5" long, 8" wide, by 17.5" tall. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: 1) CARL ALBERT SCHLESSELMANN`S N.W. CORNER HAYES & DEVISADERO STS. Half pint clear glass shoo fly pocket flask. Piece has screw top with un-ground spout and a footed base with rough edges and air vents in the shoulders. 2) PIONEER SALOON S.F. CORNER 16TH & VALENCIA STS. HIGGINS & DUNNING. Five ounce amber shoo fly pocket flask with footed base and screw top. Several chips on spout and rough spots along the footing. Listed in Wilson, not in Thomas. 3) LAUREL PALACE NORMAN E. RICH 215 W. 1ST ST. Half pint, amber shoo fly pocket flask. Top is neatly applied single collar, base is indented style. This is the Laurel palace located in Los Angeles, which would be a nice match with the amber fifth from the Laurel Palace in San Francisco. In impeccable condition for a bottle from around 1910. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 2 pre-1906 earthquake picnic flasks. 1) Half pint double roll, un-ground top, with "Crowley & Jennings 562 Geary St. San Francisco, Cal." marking. Concave bottom and just beginning to sun wash. Unlisted in Thomas or Wilson. Rare. 2) One pint, double roll top, with small cracks at spout, clear. "Caley & Roeder Del Monte No. 1 Grant Ave. San Francisco" on slug plate. Concave bottom. Listed in Thomas. The saloon was wiped out by the 1906 quake. While Roeder gave up the libation business, Caley hung on, opening another saloon at 333 Montgomery. It closed after 3 years. Also in the lot are 3 tokens from the Del Monte, including 2 ad uniface pieces and a "Good for 12.5 Cent Drink". - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3. 1) Beer bottle from Fredericksburg Bottling Company Lancer Beer (1899-1911), located at 1510-1512 Ellis Street. The bottle has stains with purple tint from sun exposure. Air vents throughout and chip on the bottom. 2) S.P. Café 3rd St. SF S.P. Depot Connelly and Flaherty picnic (1907-1912). Half pint, clear glass with some minor stains and purple sun tinting. According to Thomas, there is only one 1-pint and one half-pint known. Bottom embossed “377 X.” 3) Carl Albert Schlesselmann’s NW Corner Hayes & Devisadero Sts. Note (1907), Divisadero is misspelled on the bottle. Outside screw top, round base and clear glass with purple tint. Chips on the bottom along with small air vents throughout [Ref: Picnics, Coffins and Shoo-Flies, John Thomas, 1974]. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 5: 1) "Kentucky House O. Riccomi Prop. 1500 Kentucky St." Clear glass shoo fly half pint. The outside screw top has a chip and is un-ground. The knife edge bottom also has a small chip. Not listed in Wilson or Thomas. 2) Amber shoo fly, "Old Gilt Edge Whiskey", Unlisted in Wilson and Thomas. Single collar un-ground top. Embossed knife edge bottom "1601." Needs cleaning. 3) "151 Powell Herbert`s San Francisco." Pint shoo fly, with concave bottom. Double roll un-ground top and needs a good cleaning. While this particular bottle is not mentioned in Thomas or Wilson, there is a historical piece in Wilson that mentions Thomas Herbert having to move his saloon from 120 Powell to the address on this bottle, 151 Powell after the 1906 earthquake. 4) Amber shoo fly pint, with single collar blob applied top, complete with glass and cork stopper. Bottle reads, "Red Top Rye, Ferd. Westheimer." While the spout is un-ground, there is some chipping and a scratch on the reverse, near the base. Listed in Wilson. 5) "The Yosemite, 965 Fillmore St. S.F. Rebmann & Reinke." Outside screw top that is un-ground, with a small chip. Not listed in either Wilson or Thomas. Rare. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 4: 1) A paper labeled "Old Pioneer Special" half pint shoo fly bottle from The Old Pioneer Saloon, 3001 Steiner Street, San Francisco. Knife edge base embossed "Full 1/2 Pint." On reverse is the Caution Notice as required by Congress to allow the bottling of distilled spirits in bond. No one can remove the stamp for any purpose but to consume contents. This particular container was bottled in bond by E.J. Wiley Distillery Number 9, 8th District Kentucky." The cork and glass stopper are still in bottle, although the glass portion is broken. Not listed in Wilson or Thomas. Rare. 2&3) Post-earthquake shoo fly, token set from Carl Albert. Slug plate reads "Carl Albert Schlesselmann`s N.W. Corner Hayes & Devisadero Sts. (misspelled)" Outside screw top, un-ground and concave bottom. Not listed in Wilson or Thomas. Rare. Also included, a "Good for Five Cent Drink` token from same establishment. 4) A post-earthquake, natural sun colored picnic half pint with knife edge embossed 256. "Temple Bar Sutter & Polk Sts San Francisco, Cal." Has a single roll collar with applied top, un-ground. Listed 218 Thomas. Very nice piece that completes a unique group. - Feisel Collection

This lot consists of 3 bottles from The Waldorf cafes owned by the Becker brothers in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego. All 3 are shoo fly flasks that have neatly applied single collar unground tops, are air vented at the shoulders and embossed with THE WALDORF SAN FRANCISCO & LOS ANGELES BECKER BROS. INC. Bottle 1) also embossed with 10 OZ., has air bubbles and one rough edge on footed base. Bottle 2) embossed with 5 OZ., has white enhanced embossing, a few tiny air bubbles, remnants of the original cork and a slightly rough edge on footed base. Bottle 3) is a pint bottle with entire original cork intact, air bubbles and sun colored light violet glass, "1204" on the bottom. The 1862 directory listed the Becker Bros., Adolph B. and M. Rudolph E., cigars and tobacco, northeast corner of Clay and Montgomery streets and 708 Washington. There also is a listing for M. Rudolph E. Becker at 808 California Street in the 1864 directory. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 2 rare San Francisco flasks, one from The California Saloon, which has an accompanying token, and one Herman Hohn whiskey bottle with a paper label. The California Saloon bottle, slug plate embossed, "THE CALIFORNIA 50 MARKET ST. S.F. J.L. MOLLENHAUER", is a clear glass pint, with an unground double roll top, that is air vented at the shoulders. Listed in Thomas, No. 152: "(1908-11) John L. Mollenhauer opened his first saloon in San Francisco in 1902 on 228 Market Street. The great San Francisco earthquake and fire caught him in 1906, destroying his business. He remained away from liquor sales for a year, and then in 1908 opened The California Saloon at 50 Market Street. At this time, he had a pumpkinseed flask embossed to advertise his new bar. Here he stayed until 1918 when the Volstead Act was passed, and the country went dry. In 1912, although the business was in the same place, the address was changed to 48 Market Street. This should delight bottle collectors as it helps to date these flasks. Also, from this time on, the business was listed as Mollenhauer & Co. John was the sole owner of the company." The Good For 12.5 cents in trade token curiously is from The California with John L. Mollenhauer as proprietor, but embossed with a different address, 26 Market St., S.F. The second bottle has a paper label intact with the words "BOURBON WHISKEY HERMAN HOHN, 1301 BUCHANAN ST. SAN FRANCISCO" still visible. Herman Hohn, 1301 Buchanan St. San Francisco, CA, is listed in the 1899 phone directory. He was still listed in 1907 and 1909, so his business apparently was unaffected by the earthquake. This half-pint shoo fly flask has a ground outside screw top, is air vented at the shoulders and has ample air bubbles. - Feisel Collection

This is a rare old oak bourbon whiskey cask from a San Francisco business. Possibly one of the only surviving whiskey barrels from the period. On the head is wood burned, TEA CUP SF. CAL. TRADE MARK SB&CO PROPRIETORS OLD BOURBON, this text surrounds the image of a tea cup. The barrel is warped on the head, has a few chips off the top. The staves and hoops are in nice condition, despite the age. The San Francisco liquor wholesalers, Shea, Bocqueraz & McKee, were formed when Robert McKee joined the business. McKee is reported to have been the owner of the popular "Tea Kettle" brand that appears on many bottles from this period. The registered owner is said to be J Levy & Bro. of Cincinnati, OH who had been using the "Kettle Distillery" logo since 1846 and the "Tea Kettle" brand since 1892. The distillery was located in Trimble County, KY. Snyder attributes the brand to Richwood Distilling Co. of Cincinnati, OH (listed 1893-1913): the source of this information is not recorded, but was probably taken from an advertising flyer or brochure. The name of Robert McKee was dropped from Shea et al. c1885 following his death. The "Tea Cup" brand originated on 1 April 1891, with Shea, Bocqueraz & Co. listed as sole proprietors. The origins are unclear, but the name is clearly a nod to Tea Kettle, for which they were agents (so noted on their bottles). The Wilsons surmise that the brand was probably of low quality given the dearth of bottles bearing the name, perhaps an indication that it was a rectifier`s concoction. It was advertised heavily, as witnessed by the number of shot glasses and signs that survive to this day. Shea, Bocqueraz & Co. were originally located on Front Street which used to be on the waterfront, but after the 1906 fire the marsh was used for all the debris and later was completely filled in for the Panama Pacific International Exposition of 1915. It is now considered the "Wharf" in San Francisco. The company used the brand names: "Astor", "Carlton (dry gin)", "Golden", "Roanoke Rye - Honey & Horehound", "Springfield", "Tea Cup", "Tea Cup Extra Old Bourbon Whiskey", and "Tea Kettle." Business name timeline: Shea, Hussey & Co. (1868-1870), Shea, Bocqueraz & McKee (1871-1887), Shea, Bocqueraz & Co. (1888-1903), Shea, Bocqueraz Co. (1903-1917) Address timeline: SW corner Front & Jackson (1868-1896), 527 Front (1896-1898), 525 Market (1899-1906), 509-517 Mission (1907-1917).

This tray advertises the Brewery`s Extra Pale Lagers, "A Western Product." This colorful tray has a Western theme. There is a "Copyright by Kaufmann & Strauss Co, N.Y." in the tray`s outer ring. John Wieland got his start in San Francisco in 1855. Wieland beer soon became so popular that it was marketed regionally. By 1888 Wieland was selling 122,000 barrels of beer per year [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred N. Holabird, 2012]. Round tray measures 13" in diameter, approx. 1" deep. Shows minor wear on the reverse, and is in excellent condition on painted side. Extremely rare. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: 1) Amber glass round bottle, approx. 11" x 3.25" dia. 750 mL (fifth) size. The embossed slab indicates "UNITED CAL & MONTEBELLO VINEYARDS CONSD S.F. CAL." 1911-1916. 2) Amber glass round bottle, 10.75" x 3.25" dia. Quart size. The embossed slab reads "WINE CREEK VINEYARDS SELECT VINTAGES HEALDSBURG SONOMA CO. CALIF." Bottom of base reads "55 C." Bulging neck. Likely a Jaffe product; less than 20 known. 1905-1915. 3) Amber round glass bottle, 11" x 3.25" dia. Quart size. The embossed slab reads "The Old Government Whiskey NET CONTENTS 23 oz. & OVER." Rare with inside threads, distributed by Rathjen & William Wolff, 1908-1918.

Clear glass, etched seltzer bottle from Eagle Soda Works in San Jose, California. Bottle measures 11.5" with top by 4" wide. Chrome top is unmarked. Very good condition, with no chips or cracks. Possibly post-Prohibition from the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery Collection.

Lot of 2: 1) THE NEW LOUVRE SALOON 53 N. FIRST ST. SAN JOSE. W.J. FERGUSON on this half pint, clear picnic. Top is un-ground, single collar, with air vents in shoulders and a footed base. There's a small bubble in the glass in the back. 2) A Good for 5 cent drink token. Reverse has full address. Very stylish token and in very nice condition. Ferguson opened the saloon in 1904 and remained in business until retiring in 1912. Listed in Thomas but not in Wilson. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3 including 2 hutches and 1 multi-paneled piece. 1) Aqua hutch 7" tall from California Soda Works of San Jose. Piece has a gravity stopper, a concave bottom, neatly applied and unground top, with hairline cracks. 2) Slug reads, FRANK MATEJKA TRADE MARK CHICAGO, ILL. 682 W. 19TH ST on this deep purple 7" hutch. There is an embossed star trade mark on the front and the bottom. 3) A multi-paneled aqua with the embossing, CHAMPAGNE MEAD. Some lip chips with a swing top opener and concave bottom [Ref: A Look at Hutchinson Type Soda Bottles, Peck & Audie Markota, 2000]. - Jacobitz Collection

The slug plate reads, “H. McLOUGHLIN THE MAGNOLIA SAN MATEO". The token obverse mimics this, and the reverse reads "2 1/2 C". The Magnolia saloon was opened in San Mateo in 1907, by Hugh McLoughlin. It was reported that the "Old Hugh ran a spick and span, orderly saloon. Fresh sawdust on the floor every day. Well known San Francisco and San Mateo aristocrats would get off the train each evening at the Depot, just a few steps from Mac`s where he would have their favorite drinks on the bar waiting for them." Hugh continued his saloon until Prohibition in 1918 [Ref: Picnics, Coffins, Shoo-Flies, Thomas, 1974]. This is a purple half pint in near mint condition, air vented at the shoulders, with a footed base, double roll collar top. Listed in both Thomas and Wilson. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 4 including 1) One bottle 12", with top, by 4". “Highland Ginger Ale Co. San Mateo, Cal.” within square etching. Top bears no markings, siphon tube shattered in bottom of bottle. Large chip in foot, no maker’s mark. Still 3/4 full with clear liquid. Clear glass, some wear, moderate staining. 2) 12" tall, with top, by 4" wide. “Highland Ginger Ale Co. San Mateo, Cal.” within square etching. Top bears no markings, siphon tube intact. Bottom bears “Registered Trademark Made In Austria” around a crown logo maker’s mark. Clear glass, some wear, heavily stained interior. 3) 12" tall with top, by 4" wide. “Highland Ginger Ale Co. San Mateo, Cal.” within square etching. Chrome top bears no markings, siphon tube intact. Still contains liquid. Bottom bears “Registered Trademark Made In Austria” around a crown logo maker’s mark. This bottle has some attitude, with a large chip on its shoulder. Clear glass, several small bubbles, some staining. The 4 Oct 1919 Lewiston Daily Sun contains an ad that reads “ASK FOR HIGHLAND GINGER ALE ‘It’s Peerless and Pure’ ONCE A MAN TASTES HIGHLAND GINGER ALE HE WILL NEVER BE SATISFIED BY ANY OTHER. It is the Best Ginger Ale on the Market.” 4) 11.5" tall, with top, by 4" wide. Top is marked “H.S.W.” Circular front etching “H.L.” with “San Mateo” and “Bottling Works.” above and below. No maker’s mark on footed base. Clear glass, shoulder deeply cracked in 4 places, siphon tube broken in half, heavily stained interior. No known Hutchinson’s by these companies. Very little information available. This bottle quartet, from the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery, is stored in a 10" x 16" x 12" wooden crate: green paint, slots for six bottles.

Stunning 6” tall, tooled top, shoo-fly body type whiskey flask. Front embossed “Goudie & McKelvy/ Pepper Tree/ Saloon/ Agts. For/ Lewis Hunter Rye/ San Pedro Cal.” No maker’s mark. Amber glass, seven very small bubbles throughout body, one small pit under slug. Small scrape inside mouth. Beautifully clean with no chips or cracks. The Pepper Tree Saloon, which was owned by the Swedish sea captain Gustav Falk, was located on 6th and Beacon Street from about 1905-1915. This flask is highly desired for its “Saloon” embossing, and there are perhaps only 3 other half-pint size bottles of this type known to collectors. Any dedicated bottle or saloon collector would be proud to add this gem to their prized collection.

Lot of 2: pint and half pint ambers. Slugs on both read, J.J. McCAFFREY & SON 634 STATE ST. SANTA BARBARA. Both are shoo fly pocket flasks with screw tops and un-ground spouts and air vents on the shoulders. Both have footed bases, with the half pint showing some rough chipping. James J. McCaffrey operated his liquor business in the early 1900s. From around 1909 to 1913, it was known as McCaffrey & Son. In 1914, it appears to have changed to McCaffrey & Sons. Neither names or bottles are listed in Thomas or Wilson. - Feisel Collection

The slug plate reads PACIFIC OCEAN HOUSE EJS SANTA CRUZ on this clear glass picnic style flask. This piece has no air vent holes, but has a footed base and a neatly applied single collar, un-ground top and very small cracks in the spout. Elijah J. Swift built the Pacific Ocean House, which opened in 1866 as a saloon and boarding house. At one time, it was the largest boarding house in the city. It burned to the ground on 7 October 1907. This very rare piece dates from 1878-1885. Listed in Thomas. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3 coffin flasks including 1) Bottle with matching tokens from The Grape Vine. "Grape Vine, Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, Cal." on slug. Neatly applied, single collar top, un-ground. 1560 embossed on the base. Small scratches on the spout. Two tokens, an advertising piece and a "Good for Five Cents in Trade" piece, both from The Grape Vine are included in the set. 2) A clear coffin flask from The Western Hotel, Santa Rosa, according to the slug plate. Single collar top with a few chips on the un-ground spout. 3) "Herman Bayer, The Model 543 4th St Santa Rosa, Cal." on slug. Coffin flask, light sun purple, with a neatly applied, single collar, un-ground top. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3: 1) One bottle, 12", with top, x 4". No markings on top, siphon tube intact. Still contains liquid. Faint maker’s mark on footed bottom indicates “Made In Austria” and the front etching reads “MASON Soda Works Sausalito.” Clear glass, some wear. 2) Bottle measures 12" with top, x 4" . Top is marked “MASON & CO.” and the siphon tube is intact. Front etching, “MASON SODA WORKS SAUSALITO” in large lettering. Footed base bears no maker’s mark. Clear glass, two bubbles, some wear, moderate staining. The Mason Soda Works Company operated between 1900 and 1910. 3) Bottle measures 12", with top, x 4". Top is coated in remnants of pink and green paint, with no discernible maker. Siphon tube intact. “Sausalito Soda Works” etched on front. No maker’s mark on footed base. Clear glass, four small bubbles, stained interior. This bottle trio, from the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery, is stored in a 10" x 16" x 12" wooden crate: green paint, slots for six bottles.

This is a very rare half pint pocket flask. Slug plate reads “T.F. McGovern Whiskies a Specialty.” Outside screw top. Clear glass, sun purpled. There is a small chip on the bottom, and a few on the lip. There are some stains. Also in the lot are 3 tokens, all good for one drink. One has a G shaped cut out. - Feisel Collection

Lot of 3: 1) 10" x 4" wide. No top or siphon tube. Front etched “C.W. Rehnert Stockton, Calif. Registered.” No maker’s mark. Clear glass, several small bubbles, some staining. The bottle was manufactured by an Automated Bottling Machine, and so certainly post-dates 1910. 2) 11.5" tall, with top, by 4"wide. Siphon tube intact. Front etched “C.W. Rehnert Stockton, Calif. Registered.” No maker’s mark on bottom. Clear glass, some wear, several small bubbles throughout, and some interior staining. Like the first bottle in this lot, this seltzer post-dates 1910. According to Ancestry.com, a Cecil W. Rehnert was Manager of Nehi Bottling Company during the 1940s. 3) 11.5" tall, with unmarked metal top, by 4" wide. Siphon tube intact. Front etched “Stockton Soda Works” above a small etched design with “Stockton, Cal. H.E. Molen.” and “Net Contents 2 Fluid Ounces” etched below the design. No maker’s mark. Clear glass, heavy interior staining. According to Ancestry.com, H.E. Molen may be Henry E. Molen, who was born c. 1867 and with Ella M. Molen had one son in 1895: Henry A. Molen. It is likely that C.W. Rehnert and H.E. Molen were competitors in the seltzer business. This bottle trio, from the Humboldt Soda Works Discovery, is stored in a 10" x 16" x 12" wooden crate: green paint, slots for six bottles.

One seltzer bottle, measuring 12", with top, by 4". Top bears no markings, the spout top is torn, and the siphon tube is intact. The front is etched “J. Mattos/ Truckee, Calif.” in block lettering. The foot bears no maker’s mark. Clear glass, some wear and staining. Information on J. Mattos is unavailable in any reference or on ancestry.com. This bottle is likely unique.

Extremely Rare. Beautiful picture and color. Demure woman with bare shoulders.

Half pint. Slug plate reads “Louisville Liquor House 306 Bennett Ave.” Clear glass, some wear on the bottle, including a small chip on the lip and side.

Gallon crock jug from this Cripple Creek company. Small almost undetectable repair to the handle. Stenciled "OLD KENTUCKY LIQUOR CO. 120 East Bennett Ave. Cripple Creek, Colo." on one side, "Return to The Old Kentucky Liquor Company Cripple Creek Colorado" on the other. Stencil is blue and after testing, proves to be baked on. Jug is glazed near the top. The effects of glazing produced bands of beige, gray, and a glossy brown on the handle and neck. A nice piece of Americana. Unfortunately, it`s empty.

A 2" tall whiskey shot glass, embossed "EASTWOOD/ WHISKEY/ COURT PLACE LIQUOR CO.,/ DENVER, COLO." on the front. No maker's mark. Clear glass, one small chip in lip. - Jacobitz Collection

Slug plate reads “S. Weinberger Idaho Springs Colorado.” The bottle has very clear and clean glass and also a neatly applied top with collar. Small air vents are present throughout the bottle. According to Thomas there are a few half pint shoo flys still around, but very little is known is about S. Weinberger. One thing is certain: by 1920 the business was no longer in operation due to prohibition [Ref: Picnics, Coffins and Shoo-Flies, John L. Thomas, 1974, p 90, #405].

Lot of 6 including: 1) One tall, 2-piece tooled, funnel top Hutchinson bottle, measures 7.5" x 2.25". Front is embossed “Excelsior/ Soda/ Works Co/ Ltd./ Hilo.” Bottom is embossed with an “E” maker’s mark. Greenish aqua glass, multitude of bubbles and small blisters. c. 1905. 2) Short tooled Hutchinson bottle, measures 6.5" x 2.5". Front is embossed “Kurtistown Soda/ Water Co.” and the bottom is embossed with a “K” maker’s mark. Hutchinson gravity top is captured within the bottle. Aqua glass, chipped mouth and several blisters and bubbles throughout the body. c. 1902. 3) Tall, narrow crown top bottle, measures 8.5" x 2". Ribbed from shoulder to foot with “Property of/ PAHOA/ Soda Works/ Pahoa, Hawaii” embossed front and rear. Toward the foot is embossed “6 1/2 Fluid Ounces.” The footed bottom is embossed with a “M” maker’s mark, and “422 7 C 1.” Clear glass, some wear, and scratches along inside of neck. Pahoa Soda Works operated between 1910 and 1953 when the building was destroyed by a fire, according to Pahoa Yesterday by Hiroo Sato. 4) One crown top soda bottle, measuring 7" x 2.25". Front is embossed “Property of/ Pahoa/ Soda Works” and the rear foot is embossed “Net Contents 6 1/2 Fluid Ozs.” The bottom bears an embossed “M” maker’s mark. Clear glass, some wear and staining. 5) One crown top bottle, measuring 7.5" x 2.25" wide. Front is embossed” Property of/ Excelsior/ Soda Works/ Hilo, Hawaii” and the lower rear is embossed “Net Contents 6 ½ Fluid Ozs.” The bottom is embossed with an “EX” maker’s mark. 6) One crown top soda bottle, measuring 8" x 2.25". The slug is embossed “Property of/ Kona/ Bottling/ Works/Hawaii” and the bottom is embossed with a “K.B.” maker’s mark and “Net Contents 6 1/2 Fluid Ozs.” embossed on the lower rear. Medium green aqua glass with some staining. Could be 1920s. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3 including: 1) One tooled, 4-piece crown top bottle measuring about 8.5" x 2.25". Slug is embossed “Spring/ Soda Water Works Co./ Waialua Oahu”. Bottom bears an embossed cherry blossom maker’s mark. Multiple bubbles throughout the body. Pale greenish aqua glass. c1913. 2) Tall, tooled, 4-piece Hutchinson bottle, measuring about 7.5" x 2.25". Slug is embossed “Oahu Soda Works/ Aiea,/ Oahu.” Foot of bottle is embossed “Bottle not Sold.” Bottom bears “O” maker’s mark. Pale greenish aqua glass, several blisters and bubbles throughout body. c1910. 3) Tall, tooled, 4-piece Hutchinson bottle, measuring about 7.5" x 2.25". Slug is embossed “Waialua/ Soda Works” and the bottom bears embossed “W” maker’s mark. Aqua glass, several small blisters and bubbles throughout body. C1901. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 6: 1) Slug reads: HAWAIIAN SODA WORKS HONOLULU T.H. On this c1911, 2-piece tooled crown top, medium bluish aqua bottle, 8.5" tall, has a semi round base with PPCW embossed on the bottom. No visible cracks or chips. 2) Slug reads, PACIFIC SODA WORKS CO. LTD. HONOLULU T.H. on this c1916 2-piece tooled crown top, 8.5", has a flat base with a "P" embossed on the bottom. The color is pale greenish aqua, with no visible chips or cracks. 3). Slug reads, PACIFIC SODA WORKS on this aqua 2-piece tooled crown top. Bottle measures 12", has a flat base, with "X" embossed on the bottom. 4) Slug reads, LIHUE SODA CO. KAUAI NET CONTENTS 8 FLUID OUNCES on this clear glass crown top. No visible chips or cracks. Flat base with no embossing. 5) Slug reads, LIHUE ICE CO. on this 2-piece tooled crown top. Standing 8.5", this aqua colored bottle has a flat bottom with a small crack and a small bubble near the bottom. No other damage is apparent. 6) Coca-Cola bottle from Kaunakakai, Moloka?i. This is your typical six ounce greenish tint Coke bottle. All bottles are territorial period and in very good condition. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: 1) Slug reads, HOLLISTER & CO HONOLULU H.I on this Barnett & Foster Niagara c1893 style bottle. This is a 2-piece hand tooled bottle with a cold marble stopper. The base is semi round, the color pale greenish aqua. No visible chips or cracks. 2) Slug reads, HOFFSCHLAEGER CO. LTD on this c1910-1915 amethyst tinted gin bottle. This is a 2-piece tooled top, one pint square, with a concave base, that measures 8.5". There are no visible chips or scratches and it appears to have a ground top. 3) Slug reads, HONOLULU BREWING CO. HONOLULU H.T on this one pint, nine ounce, 2-piece tooled lightning style, c1908-1911, stands 11", with a slightly recessed flat plateau in center and is pale green. Base has number 315 embossing. All are in very nice condition [Ref: Hawaiian Bottles of Long Ago, Rex R. Elliott & Stephen C. Gould, 1988]. These are all Hawaiian Territory pieces. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: 1) Slug plate reads, ARCTIC SODA WATER WORKS M.R. DE SA PROP. HONOLULU, HI on this c1890s aqua glass Hutchinson; 2-piece tooled top stands 7.75", with a semi-round bottom. Air vented on the shoulders, with a small air bubble. 2) Slug plate reads, HONOLULU SODA WATER CO. LTD. T.H. On this aqua c1910 4-piece tooled Hutchinson. The base is flat and marked with a Maltese Cross. No chips or cracks evident, but there are some small bubbles and what appear to be air vents on the reverse. 3) Slug reads, SUNRISE SODA WATER WORKS HONOLULU on this funnel top, 4-piece hand tooled aqua glass Hutchinson. It measures 7.75" and has a flat base with an Oriental ideograph embossing on the bottom. All of these bottles are in excellent condition. These are all Hawaiian Territorial pieces [Ref: Hawaiian Bottles of Long Ago, Rex R. Elliott & Stephen C. Gould, 1988]. - Jacobitz Collection

Obverse: C.A. Millar`s/ Check/ 12.5 cents/ Genesee, Idaho. Reverse: Mirror. Lettering is in gold. A young lady in a white shirt, where the left side is falling off her shoulder with a big pink bow. She is wearing a large sun hat with sunflowers all around the top. The lady has light brown curly hair and a big smile. Dark brown background. The mirror has a diameter of 1.75". Image is slightly faded. Mirror has some small scratches.

Good for 10 cents in Trade. Good condition. 1.75".

Good for 12.5 c in trade. Ben Haverland, Prop'r. Excellent condition.

Woman undressing. "Good For Drink or Cigar/ The Club, Basin, Mont."

Good for 1 drink or cigar. The piece is in very good to excellent condition.

"Good For 12.5 cents In Trade/ Eagles Nest J. & F. Red Lodge, Mont."

"Good For 5 cents in Trade“ Obverse side is gold text on image. This image is very detailed; it has very bright colors and great clarity. A woman in a dress with a pretty, red and black, flamboyant hat is sitting on a stool. She is provocatively pulling her left leg towards her chest as she clasps her knee in her hands. The upper thighs are exposed in skin tight red stockings. Her head is cocked to the left. She has a look of lust in her eye and she has considerable cleavage exposed. "Good for 5 cents in Trade/ Blue Front Cigar Store/ Raton, NM" This is one of the great western rarities. Overall Exquisite Condition.

This is a fantastic lot of 10 bottle openers, many of which would be a perfect match with some of our embossed bottles in this sale. 1) Silver State Carbonated Beverages. 2) Chism Ice Cream Co. 3) Frank Brothers. 4) Arch Drug Co. 5) Don Brouillette, Reno Tavern. 6) Reno Brewing Co. 7) Western Cigar Co. 8) & 9) Globe Dairy of Wells, NV. 10) Hotel Golden, Reno. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot consists of 2 tokens: 1) Mason products Co. GF 10c. Elko, NV. MS 60 NGC. 2) raw, GF 1 Drink. There are also several documents and other items: Washoe Brewery in Virginia City. From Franklin & Schroder; Carson Brewing Co. Bottle opener; Document from Robert J. Alther, Corks, Vitals and Bottles druggist Glassware of Carson City. 12 July 1904; 11 July 1881 publication of the Tahoe Tattler. Vol 1, no. 2; Nevada Trade Token Places Names. By Hal V. Dunn and Duane H. Feisel; Tahoe Beer sign. From the Carson Brewing Company, Carson City, NV; Dr. Miles Weather Calendar. From Goldfield Drug & Jewelry Co; H.C. Heidtmann Wholesale dealer. Located at 231 Ralston St. in Reno Nevada. Lastly, there is a piece of metal from J.A. Muller Drug store in Carson City. - Jacobitz Collection

Scallop edge token from the Globe Saloon of Carson City, "A. ROBERT" on obverse, "GOOD FOR 1 DRINK" on reverse. White metal. One of two known tokens of this type, extremely rare.

This bottle is not an original, as it was a specially made gift for Dr. Jacobitz. Delamar is a ghost town, and the old Delamar saloon proprietor was P. Giusti. The top of this piece has been professionally repaired with resin. 12" tall, seamless construction. This bottle bears engraved gold lettering on its rich, dark, amber glass. Better than excellent condition. The town of Delamar was founded on gold mining in the early 1890s. It was nicknamed "The Maker of Widows" because of the quartzite dust inhaled by the miners, who developed silicosis. - Jacobitz Collection

Obv.: H. Marcotte Liq./ Co./ 12.5 cents/ In Trade; rev.: 12.5. Harry Marcotte ran a wholesale and retail liquor business in Ely for some time, but there are only two Marcotte clay jugs known, and very few tokens. - Jacobitz Collection

AU condition. - Jacobitz Collection

A lovely little girl with flowers. "Good For 12.5 cents In Trade/ The Owl Liquor Co., Eureka, Nev."

"Good for 12.5 cents in trade" 8mm white circumferential border with red lettering on obverse. Slight water discoloration and rust makes text hard to decipher. The obverse vignette is of two nude figurines dancing, wrapped in a dark cloth. In the bottom left there is smaller figurine in a similar dark draped cloth holding two lit beacons "German Beer on Draught on the Mohawk Club, Goldfield, Nevada 12.5 cents" Overall fair condition. There are slight cracks on the obverse and black splotches on the mirror reverse "Goldfield, NV". This is one of the great Nevada rarities and it is highly unusual that we`ve been able to offer two in the past year, since there may only be four known.

In 1858, at 3 years of age, Herman J. Thyes moved from his New Jersey birthplace to the West with his parents for the California Gold Rush [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, p. 249]. In January of 1880, Thyes advertised that he was gathering supplies to open a new saloon in Reno, which he opened on the west side of Virginia Street with his business partner C.C. Chase. By 1888, Thyes was senior partner and had taken on a junior partner, Mr. Chamberlain, and together they renamed the saloon “the Crystal Saloon.” In 1891 Thyes bought out Chamberlain’s share in the business and thus became the sole proprietor. He later retired in 1916. This bottle is extremely rare, with perhaps only two others known. This seltzer stands 11.5” tall, with top, on a 4”wide footed base. Clear glass, small dings in foot, very good condition. Metal top is engraved “Sam the Seltzer Man”. Siphon tube intact. - Jacobitz Collection

Period Beer tray, advertising "Drink ROYAL LAGER" from the "Reno Brewing Co. Inc Reno Nev." Measures 13.5" Dia. X 0.75" deep. Beautiful artwork, excellent overall condition, extremely rare piece. The Reno Brewing Company was a Reno fixture in various incarnations from 1868 all the way through 1957 at its final closing. This tray is thought to be from its heyday, about 1907, when the Royal Lager was introduced (Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Fred N. Holabird, 2012). - Jacobitz Collection

The original Reno Brewing Company opened in 1903 and was located on East Fourth Street in Reno. The brewery produced beers such as Sierra Malt Lager, Malt Rose, and Royal Lager, and grew over the course of nearly 45 years to a production capacity of over 40,000 barrels per year. The Reno Brewing Co. was able to survive Nevada prohibition acts by producing near-beer, seltzers, soda waters, tonics, and fruit-flavored soft drinks. It could not, however, survive the lack of brewing grains, bottles, bottle tops, and other needed supplies that were unavailable after WW II; the brewery closed in 1948. This gorgeous tin sign is 1 of only 2 known, and it’s in fantastic shape. The colors are vibrant on this 37.5” x 25.5” in frame lithograph. The lower left and right corners are marked “RENO BREWING CO., INC… RENO NEV.” and “BACHRACH & COMPANY, S. F., CAL.”. Ready to hang. - Jacobitz Collection

13" tray "Drink Sierra Lager/ Reno Brewing Co. Inc. Reno, Nev." Three fellows enjoying sandwiches and a bucket of Sierra Beer. Extremely rare. - Jacobitz Collection

This lot of 10 bottles is the ultimate collection for veteran or new seltzer and saloon collectors. Includes: 1) A 9” tall clear glass bottle with the remnants of a JOHN MULHERN CO. of San Francisco paper label. The flavor of the syrup in the bottle cannot be determined from the label. No maker’s mark. 2) Nine 12” tall “PROPERTY OF/ NEVADA PACKING/ COMPANY/ RENO, NEVADA.” cobalt seltzer bottles. Bottoms marked “MADE/ IN/ CZECHO-SLOVAKIA”. All siphon tubes intact. Cobalt colors range from a light cobalt to a deep blue. All tops are engraved “NEVADA PACKING CO” and some of the bottles still contain liquid. No cracks. Some bottle have very small dings in the bottoms or bubbles in the glass. A great collection!

For token lovers, a photo of 8 pioneers on the porch of the P & B Bar in Rochester. 6" x 8" contrast fair, good focus.

Extremely rare. This "Good for 10 Cents One Drink" was honored at saloon owner, M.S. Frett`s Los Banos, California as well as his Silver City, Nevada establishment. Frett was a native of Prussia and, according to Ancestry.com, was born in 1828. In other years, he is listed in the hotel business. In the 1867 Nevada Census listed M. Frett as a saloon proprietor [Ref: Ancestry.com]. This token, besides its rarity, is in excellent condition, with very sharp lettering.

Certified by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation) but not encapsulated. "Good For 12 1/2c In Trade/ Nevada Club/ Tonopah, Nev."

Some fine examples of "Social Networking" early 1900s style. These 4 black and white photos show various saloon interiors, including Tonopah, Wabuska, the Riverside or Golden Hotel Saloon and an unidentified hotel lobby. Sizes range from 4.5" x 6" to 5" x 7" and are very sharp. They appear to be from the early 1900s-1920s. A very nice gallery. - Jacobitz Collection

Wall shield, "THE TENNANTS SHIELD" on silvered background, with pseudo coat of arms below central raised tooled device. Overall construction is heavy copper with embossed floral designs and filigree. The reverse indicates "Virginia Pool Room, 21 South C Street, Haffey & Sullivan Prop." Measures 17" tall x 14.5" wide. Very rare piece. - Jacobitz Collection

Seven lighted and 1 mirrored Beer signs from the Humboldt Soda Works Business in Winnemucca. Most items are unused and in original wrappers. These Items have not been tested. The lighted signs are from Schlitz, Olympia, and Stroh’s and are varied in size. The Mirrored sign is a Stroh’s and is approx 30” oval.

Extremely rare, unique shape. - Jacobitz Collection

Lot of 3: 1) Gold Seal Liquor Co., Portland; 2) O.W.P. Brunn & Co., Portland; 3) Standard Liquor Co., Salem. - Jacobitz Collection

An ad piece from the C.M. Berry Saloon. It has a punch hole (rare) and is in very good to excellent condition.

Certified, 2.25" round. "Compliments of/ R. Winter/ Saloon/ 4561 N. 18th Street/ Phila. PA."

Schauerhammer & Roensch, Props. Headquarters for "Wet Goods". "Good luck to you in 1915 and all the years to follow." Token in center too worn to read. Damaged. 1.75"

"Good For One Drink/ At Allison & Newsom's, Lufkin, Texas."

"Good For 12.5 cents In Trade/ Meet Your Friends/ At/ The Union Bar/ H.D. Brewster/ Mineral Wells, Texas."

Obverse, GF 1 drink or cigar. Reverse, the image of 8th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment Company C’s mascot “Old Abe.” During the American Civil War, Company C bought the eagle from a local farmer and named him after the Union President Abe Lincoln. The bald eagle was brought to battles and stood for a symbol of Union pride. The Confederate Army often tried to capture the eagle, but their efforts proved fruitless. After the war, "Old Abe" found a home at the Wisconsin State Capitol, but still kept busy making guest appearances at public events. A fire at the capital took the life of "Old Abe", but the image of the eagle is still remembered even today. "Old Abe" can still be seen as the insignia of the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division [Ref: http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/civilwar/stories/004512.asp].

Pocket flask from the Ranch Saloon of Ogden. The proprietors where the Baumeister Brothers and the saloon was located on 365 24th Street. The bottle has a round base and very clear clean glass and has ABM top. The bottle has a beautiful, colorful label and no slug plate. There is a small chip on the back and the patent date "August 1898" is on the bottom. Net contents, 16 liquid ounces. I.W. Harper Whiskey was made in Kentucky by the Bernheim Distillery Co. During prohibition, the company was one of only ten distilleries in the U.S. to continue making bourbon for medical purposes [Ref: http://louisville.edu/library/archives/]. - Feisel Collection

Possibly unique! Good for 2 1/2 c in trade. 36 E. 1st. So. St. Not a pictorial.

"Good For 10 cents In Trade/ At Jake's Place/ 1918 First Ave. Seattle."

Good for 12.5c. Slabbed, NGC, 3045721-(022-022) certified genuine.

Lot of 5: 6" tall whiskey bottle imported from Hong Kong by Gum Loon Company of San Francisco. Also four ink well or opium bottles. - Jacobitz Collection

Featuring the first 18 Presidents from Washington to Grant, pictured as individual oval portraits around the Capitol Building. This artistic piece was published in 1875 by the National Copying Company of Chicago to celebrate the first 100 years of the existence of the highest office in the land. Each President's facsimile signature is represented at the bottom edge of the piece below their respective images. The 1876 Centennial International Exposition was the first World's Fair to be held in the United States, in Philadelphia. President Ulysses S. Grant attended the opening ceremonies. This framed piece measures 32" x 24.25". There are two very small stains in the lower right corner, with some very minor damage on the left side to the surrounds of the portraits of G. Washington, J. Adams, W.H. Harrison and Z. Taylor. Overall, a significant and historical representation of American history. Condition is very good to excellent.

Lot of 2: 1) Paterson, New Jersey 1792-1892, 51mm, copper with attached hanger, obverse: "spe el labore" portrait of Alexander Hamilton, reverse: railroad locomotive and trestle, VF-XF; 2) U.S. Centennial Exposition, 1876 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, obverse: Centennial International Exhibition Art Gallery 1876, Fairmount Park Philadelphia; reverse: eagle and main building, 51mm, white metal, VF-XF.

3 so-called dollars on ribbons: 1) HK 24, AU chestnut proof like button hanger with blue and yellow ribbon, U.S. Centennial Exposition R5 ; 2) HK130, Unc. Proof like, red, white and blue ribbon R6; 3) HK140, extra fine, R5.

Documentation relating to the methods of producing wooden medals is rare. Numismatist John W. Hasseltine (1838-1925) in an editorial in January 1876 issue of the American Journal of Numismatics, described the manufacture of the wooden medals for the nation's Centennial: "The (so-called) 'Black Walnut Medals are, it is said, made from wood, cut with the grain, steamed until it assumes a semi-pulpy condition, then coated with shell-lac, and the impression made by a squeeze and not blow." To commemorate the 1876 Centennial International Exposition in Philadelphia, wooden medals and plaques were produced by the Philadelphia Ornamental Wood Company. Notice of the medal's availability appeared in the October 1875 issue of the "American Journal of Numismatics." John W. Haseltine had "for sale the Centennial Medals, struck in solid walnut: two medals, three inches in diameter, four medals, two and a half in diameter, $1.50 per box." The lot contains (3) 76mm pieces: Obverse of 1) Art Gallery, XF; 2) Main Building, XF; 3) Memorial Hall, fair condition with some checking. Three pieces are 62mm: 4) Independence Hall; 5) Alfed Goshorn, General USIE 1876; 6) General Joseph R. Hawley, President USIE 1876. The February 2012 issue of "The Numismatist" featured an article by Donald G. Tritt about wooden exonumia.

7 glass shoes and plates. Glass Shoes 6"x2 1/2", two frosted, three clear. Centennial Alphabet plate 7" mint clear Independence Hall c. 1876. The Sesqui- Centennial Philadelphia 6" Plate Hallmarked Lusk & Co. 1776-1926 150 Years of American Independence.

4 Philadelphia Expo Paper Weights. 1) Philadelphia 1776-1876 Agricultural Hall, Horizontal. 2) Jamestown Exposition 1907 Souvenir Liberty Bell Vertical. 3) Independence Hall Colorized Horizontal. 4) Capt John Smith & Pocahontas Horizontal.

The fair was the work of M. H. de Young who sought to revitalize California’s depressed economy after the Panic of 1893. Hoping to follow the model of Chicago’s Columbian Exposition, de Young planned what would be the first fair of its kind in California. Taking over 200 acres of Golden Gate Park, it was centered in what is now the park’s Music Concourse, the fair featured the Japanese Tea Garden (which still draws visitors) and re-enactments of events from the state's past. Here we have an 8" X 10" sepia toned photo of a staged hold up at the fair. The photo was taken by Taber Photography at 121 Post St. San Francisco. The picture in in very good condition.

3 hangers with so called dollars: 1) HK157, extra fine, prooflike, no ribbon, R6; 2) HK168, XF-AU, prooflike, no ribbon, R5; 3) HK184, XF-AU, luster around letters, hanger with red white & blue ribbon, R5.

The 1st U.S. Commemorative coin was the Columbian half dollar designed by Olin Lewis Warner. Charles E. Barber engraved the obverse, showing the bust of Columbus, and George T. Morgan engraved the reverse, a representation of the Santa Maria above two hemispheres. The coins were sold for $1 each at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago during 1893. A great many remained unsold and a substantial quantity was later released for circulation at face value. This lot includes ten 50c of these ranging from VF to AU condition. Also included are five HK154 so called dollars, and one HK215 from the Michigan Forestry Exhibit. Another five medals from the expo are included: 1) Franco Columbian; 2) bust with eagle and souvenir hanger; 3) Ship of American discovery; 4) Columbus discovery; 5) white medal Columbus portrait piece.

4 hangers: 1) HK213, AU, hanger and ribbon, R6, "Maryland Souvenir"; 2) HK213a, AU-Unc, with ribbon, R6; 3) HK214, proof like, XF, no ribbon, aluminum, 38mm, R5; 4) HK217, AU-BU hairlines, pin back broken, R5.

Four HK224 (R5) issues: 1)"New York" with red, white and green ribbon, XF-PL; 2) tablet reverse, EF; 3) unique Santa Maria ship pin; 4)"New York" red, white and blue ribbon, XF-PL.

Four hangers: 1) HK229, R6, souvenir hanger with red white and blue ribbon, 33mm x 45mm; 2) HK330, R5, gilt AU-PL with hanger, Lewis and Clark Centennial 1905; 3) HK231, R6, XF-PL, portrait hanger; 4) HK231, XF-PL, 400th anniversary hanger in red, white and blue.

Three: 1) HK 231, XF-AU prooflike, blue portrait hanger with ribbon; 2) HK231, different reverse, EF, "New York" with red, white and blue ribbon; 3) HK232, XF-PL, portrait ribbon in red, white and blue.

Lot of 5: 1) HK234a, XF-PL, R5, hanger with ribbon; 2) HK238b, XF-AU, eagle hanger with red, white and blue ribbon; 3) HK239, with large globe; 4) HK240, R5, XF-AU, broken pinback, red, white and blue ribbon; 5) HK338,R3, XF, "Colorado" ribbon with hanger, Pikes Peak.

10 Items from various World Fairs 1. Mug 2 " " Edith Wuld" 1907. 2. Toothpick 2 1/4" "Keohuh, Iowa". 3. Toothpick 2 1/4" "Lida Pitt Expo". 4. Mug 2 1/2" Chicago Lincoln Village 1933. 5. Mug 2 1/2" "Worlds Fair 1933 DOT". 6. Pitcher 2 1/2" "Worlds Fair 1934 Hazel". 7. Tumbler 2 1/2" "Souvenir of the Sesqui-Centenial International Exposition 1776 Philadelohia 1926". 8. Oval Ruby Stain. Paperweight 4"x2" "Hagerstown Fair 1911". 9. Mug 3" "State Fair Dolly". 10. Vase 5" "Lebanon Fair 1916 To Mother"

9 items from various Worlds Fairs 1. Toothpick 2" "Souvenir Cincinnati Zoo". 2. Bowl 2", 1/2 Ruby stain, 1/2 Clear. 3. Bowl 4", 1/2 Ruby stain, 1/2 Clear. 4. Footed Bowl, 1/2 Ruby stain, 1/2 Clear. 5. Cordial "F.F. 1916". 6. Spooner 4" "Good Luck". 7. Tomahawk 6", Clear Glass and Gilt Blade. 7. Tomahawk 6", Clear Glass and Ruby Stain, Blade-Eagle & Imperial Fair 1907, Handle- Belle Grimm 1907. 9. Tomahawk 6", Opal/Milk Glass-handpainted.

6 Assorted Worlds Fair Glassware 1. Teacup 2" 1899 Export Expo 2. Pitcher 2 1/2" Export Expo 3. Mug 2" Guy Omaho Exposition 1898 4. Mug 2" Elks Fair 1899 5. Mug 3 1/2" Numa 1902 6. Mug 3" Export Expo "AJD"

11 Assorted Worlds Fair Glassware. 1. Toothpick 2" 2. Tea Cup 1 1/2" Columbus Ohio "Go way back and sit down" 3. Shotglass/Tumbler 2 1/2" Worlds Fair 1893 "Rose Van Valken burgh" 4. Toothpick 2 3/4" Worlds Fair 1893 5m rim chip 5. Tea Cup 2 1/2" Worlds Fair 1893 6. Toothpick 3" Worlds Fair 1893 7. Pitcher 3" Worlds Fair 1893 8. Mug 3" Worlds Fair "Mrs, JW Garratt" Aug. 26 1893 9. Spooner 4" Worlds Fair 1893 Louise Hopf 10. Tomahawk 7" Father of his Country Worlds Fair 1893. Purple hue/stain. 11. Tomahawk 7" Father of his Country Worlds Fair 1893. Yellow Hue/stain

6 Glass Paper Weights. 1) Manufacturers and Liberal Arts Building Set of 4, all different, 2 colorized, 2 black and white. 2) Fisheries Building, set of 2 different, Horizontal.

6 Glass Paper Weights from the Columbian Fair. 1) Birdseye View, Made Libby Glass, Horizontal. 2) Electrical Building, Horizontal. 3) Machinery Hall, Horizontal. 4) Corn Palace, Mithcell South, Round. 5) Colorado Building, Round. 6) Kansas Building, Round

Collection of 5 Glass Paper Weights. 1) Festival Hall & Cascade Gardens, Horizontal, Green Colorized. 2) Cascades, Black & White, Horizontal. 3) Cascades Black & White, Horizontal. 4) Palace of Liberal Arts, Black & White, Horizontal. 5) Festival Hall & Central Cascades, Beautiful Color, Vertical.

Lot of 4 Round Ferris Wheel Glass Paper Weights. All Different Pictures.

Cast metal bust of Christopher Columbus, copyright 1892 by Q.P. Kato, 5 1/2" tall, 3" wide from the Columbian Exposition. Also Singer Sewing Machine cards depicting over 50 countries around the world where Singer Sewing Machines are used. Each card depicts fashions of the nationality, and the reverse details an explanation of their culture.

Two medals from the Chicago Columbian Exposition: 1) bronze, 75mm, designed by Augustus Saint Gaudens, reverse designed by C.E. Barber; 2) 59mm, white metal, AU, obverse portrait of Christopher Columbus "momento of the World's Fair Chicago 1893" reverse the figure Civilization in the center surrounded by genii, Indian warrior below, coastline of America to left, with the Capital at Washington, D.C., around the edge are the coats of arms of all the states. A similar piece sold for $334 at auction in March 2012.

Lot of 19 pieces in 4 groups. Group 1) 4 identical spoons. A ship at full sail is pictured in the bowls, and a wreathed portrait of Christopher Columbus is at the top of the handle, beneath which is World’s Columbian Exposition in lettering and additional engraving. On the reverse of the handle is what appears to be a wreathed portrait of Queen Isabella, a world globe and engraving. One spoon has 1903 engraved on the back of the bowl. Demitasse size, 4” in length. All marked sterling. Group 2) 6 demitasse spoons, each showing a different Exposition building in its bowl (Art Palace, Machinery Hall, Agricultural Building, Administration Building, Fisheries Building, and Transportation Building). Handles are the same and have Christopher Columbus pictured and then World’s Fair City. Reverse is plain. All are marked “Standard.” He only Standard silver Co. we could find operated between 1895-1925 in Toronto and does not seem to be the same company. Group 3) 5 demistasse spoons, all with the same handles showing a standing Christopher Columbus and other motifs. Reverses are plain. Each bowl has something different depicted: World’s Fair City, Chicago, Woman’s Building, World’s Fair Souvenir—Algeria, and the Ferris Wheel (This one has Ora engraved on handle reverse). All are marked U.S. Sterling on the back. Group 4) 5 different spoons. a) Columbus and his sailors setting foot in the New World pictured in the bowl, date 1492. Handle has his portrait and Columbian Exposition. Marked Tilden Thurber & Co. Sterling. The company was founded by Henry Tilden, William H. Thurber and Gorham Thurber in Providence RI in 1880. In 1892 the company changed its name to Tilden-Thurber Corporation. Today they deal in art and antiques [Ref: www.sterlingflatwarefashions.com/Silversmiths/SilversmithsT3.html] b) this spoon has a plain bowl and is plain on the reverse. Handle has a picture of Christopher Columbus, 1492-1892. Marked A.1. Coin Silver. c) A silver spoon with gold wash on part. Shows one of the buildings in the bowl and “Chicago 1892-3.” Handle has C. Columbus’ portrait and the same dates. Back is plain, no markings. d) This spoon also shows an unnamed building in the bowl, with “Chicago 1892-3” below. Handle has only World’s Fair and stylized engraving. Marked sterling. e) A figure of Columbus stands upon a world globe at the top of this spoon’s handle. The heart-shaped bowl shows Columbus and his men debarking onto New World soil. Stamped sterling.

Lot of 10: 1) Scalloped-bowl sugar shell, 8.” Handle has picture of Columbus and a sailing ship. Gold highlights on the handle. Marked U.S. Sterling. 2-3) Two identical spoons, 8” with plain bowls. Ornate handles show Christopher Columbus and a sailing vessel, along with “Columbian Exposition.” Reverse sides picture a domed building and world globes. Marked “Quadruple Plate.” 4) An 8” spoon. The bowl contains a picture of the Woman’s Building, and the handle shows a woman in profile. On the reverse of the handle is “Eastman” in script. Made by Sterling Co., Pat 1893. 5-9) Set of spoons, 8” long, all with leafy-patterned handles and various Exposition buildings pictured in the bowls, including the Mines & Mining Building, the U.S. Government Building (these 2 spoons have narrow, elongated bowls but otherwise are identical to the other 3), the Transportation Building, the Agricultural Building, and the Art Palace. All manufactured by the Leonard Mfg. Co. A.1. Very little is known about this company other than that it produced silver plate spoons for the Columbian Exposition. Thought to be located in Chicago, IL. The A1 mark was typically found on silver plate around 1900 [forums.auctionbytes.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=9145]. The Columbian Exposition—or Chicago World Fair—was organized to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Columbus’ landing in the United States. At the time when the fair opened, only 22 years had elapsed since the great Chicago Fire of 1871, and 28 years since the end of the Civil War. So in part the fair was organized to tout the progress that had been made and to bring people together. However, both women and African-American groups grew increasingly offended as they saw how “white” and gender-biased the fair was becoming. Ultimately, the women faired somewhat better in the end than did the African-Americans. Not only was a Board of Lady Managers mandated in the original act of Congress in establishing the management structure of the fair, but in the final outcome an entirely separate building was constructed for women’s exhibitions. Designed by Boston architect Sophia Hayden, it was located near where the Midway Plaisance joined the main exposition fairgrounds. The above spoon offered here is representative of that struggle. In many ways, the Columbian Exposition helped define American culture [Ref: encyclopedia.chicagohistory.org/pages/1386.html].

Two items: 1) HK291, R5, EF-PL, no hanger, red, white and blue ribbon in poor condition; 2) boxed medal, "C.M.B.A." Pan American One Day July 23rd, 1901, with stars and stripes ribbon and purple ribbon, from E.C. McKelvey Jeweler of Niagra Falls.

8 Assorted Glassware 1. Toothpick 2 1/4" Pan Am 1901 Buffalo "John" 2. Teacup 2 1/2" Pan Am Expo Buffalo 1901 Flower 3. Teacup 2 1/2" Pan American 1901 "Cecil" 4. Teacup 2 1/2" Pan American 1901 Buffalo "Mother" 5. Pepper 3" "Annie" 1901 some lite chips 6. Spooner 4" Pan American 1901 "Father" 7. Tomahawk 7" 1901 "Buffalo" Clear with Few lite chips on blade 8. Tomahawk 7" 1901 "Indian Chief" Clear

1. Pan American Expo Buffalo 1901 6" Black Cat Colorized Plate. 2. Pan American Expo Buffalo 1901 6" Clear Cat Plate, color removed. 3. Worlds Fair St. Louis 1904 6" clear with gilt Festival Hall and Cascade Gardens Lattice edge plate.

Collection of 5 Glass Paper Weights. 1) I was at "Buffalo" in 1901, Colorized Buffalo Horizontal. 2) 1901 Pan American Expo., Round. 3) Electric Tower, Horizontal. 4) The Stadium, Vertical etched F.G. Soula. 5) Temple of Music, Horizontal.

5 Paper Weights from the 1901 Buffalo Worlds Fair. 1) MFR and Liberal Arts Building, Horizontal. 2) Machy and Transpn Building, Horizontal. 3) Government Building, Horizontal. 4) I was at Buffalo in 1901, Horizontal. 5) Hand colorized Expo Panorama, Horizontal.

Lot of 8: 1) Small, 4.5,” demitasse spoon showing the Palace of Agriculture in the bowl and Niagara Falls and an Indian in feathered headdress on the handle. The upper part of the handle has a gold wash over the silver plate. On the reverse is a picture of the Electric Tower and “Buffalo.” Made by U.S.S.C. (U.S. Silver Co.) 2) A tiny demitasse spoon measuring 3.75” with a buffalo and Indian on the handle and in the bowl lettering “Pan American Exposition 1901.” Marked sterling on the reverse. 2) Two similar spoons with skillet-shaped bowls (flat and round with a low rim). Both have a gold wash over the silver plate and both handles show and Indian head and Niagara Falls, with “Buffalo” and the Electric Tower depicted on the reverse. The two bowls are different: One shows a buffalo in relief, with “Souvenir, 1901, Niagara Falls” embossed in it; the second shows the Temple of Music in relief. Both 4” in length. 3) An 8” sterling spoon showing the Electric Tower in the bowl, and an Indian head and Niagara Falls on the handle. 4) This spoon has allegorical women in the bowl with Pan American Exposition 1901 in embossed lettering. The handle is ornate with a buffalo and Indian man on the front and Niagara Falls on the reverse. Marked “Official” on the reverse of the bowl, and “Sterling, Pat.” on the stem. Made by the American Souvenir Co. of Buffalo, N.Y. 5) Small 4” sterling spoon with Machinery & Transportation building in the bowl, and a world globe topped by a buffalo on the stem. Niagara Falls on the reverse of the handle. Made by the American Souvenir Co. 6) Silver plate 4” spoon with the Agriculture Hall depicted in the bowl and an Indian and Niagara Falls on the handle. Reverse shows the Electric Tower. Made by U.S.S.C.

Lot of 8: 1-2) Two skillet-shaped spoon bowls with a 3” handle (4.5” overall length). One is a raised buffalo at center of the bowl with Niagara Falls 1901 lettered beneath; the handle has an Indian head and Niagara Falls on the front and on the reverse the Electric Tower. The second spoon has a raised picture of the Temple of Music in the bowl and the same handle as the previous one. Both made by U.S.S.C. (US Silver Co.) and are silver plated. 33) Small brass spoon with scalloped-shaped bowl with cutouts and a buffalo at center. Handle says Pan American Candy Co. Appears to be copper or bronze with a gilt overlay in the bowl. 4) A small, sterling silver, demitasse-size spoon (4”) with a gold-washed bowl containing a picture of an allegorical woman and Pan American Exposition 1901 written at the tip. Handle is ornate with a buffalo and Indian, and on the reverse a picture of Niagara Falls. 5-6) Two 4” spoons with the Palace of Agriculture depicted in one bowl and the Manufactures and Liberal Arts building depicted in the other. Both have an Indian head and Niagara Falls on the front of the handle, with the Electric Tower on the reverse. Made by U.S.S.C, silver plated. 7) A 4.5” spoon with the Ethnology Building pictured in the bowl, and the Machinery & Transportation Building on the handle. U.S. government Buildings depicted on handle’s reverse. Appears to be sterling, but made by the U.S.S.C. 8) This spoon also pictures the Machinery & Transportation building on the bowl, with 1901 Pan American lettered on the handle, topped by a world globe and buffalo. Handle reverse shows Niagara Falls. Made by American Souvenir Co. Silver plate.

Three historical souvenirs: 1) HK300, EF, R3, Louisiana Purchase Exposition; 2) HK309, EF, no ribbon, original backing, R5; 3) HK313a, gilt, plain edge, uncirculated, prooflike, some hairlines, with ribbon, mint condition, good eye appeal.

Two pieces: 1) HK302, R3, hanger with blue, red, white and yellow ribbon, AU-UNC; 2) HK352c, R5, XF, gilt, 1908 U.S. Navy World Voyage.

16 Assorted Glassware 1. Toothpick 2 1/4" Worlds Fair 1904 WFF to ENF. Rim Chip 2. Toothpick 2 1/4" Worlds Fair 1904 "Dames of Pleasure" 3. Mug 2" Worlds Fair 1904 4. Small Teacup 1 1/2" Worlds Fair 1904 "J Miller". Small rim chip 5. Pitcher 2 1/2" St. Louis Exposition 6. Pitcher 2 1/2" "Louie" 1904 7. Salt 3 1/2" Worlds Fair 1904 "M.A.J." 8. Pepper 3 1/2" Worlds Fair 1904 "M.A.J." 9. Mug 2 1/2" St Louis 1904 "EL Ketcham" 10. Cordial Worlds Fair 1904 "JR Bell" 11. Spooner 3 1/2" Louisiana Purchase Exposition. T. Louis, MO 1904. 12. Spooner 3 1/2" Worlds Fair St. Louis 1904 "Linda E Potts". 13. Spooner 3 1/2" St. Louis Expo 1900 "Geneveve Cook". 14. Pitcher 5" "Maggie" 1904. 15. Tomahawk Clear 7" The father of his country on Blade, St. Louis on Handle. 16. Tumbler clear pressed glass 5" Cascade Gardens, Palace of Machinery, Louisiana Puchase Monument, St. Loius, Union Station

Collection of 7 Glass Paper Weights. 1) Cascades, Oval. 2) Cascades, Black & White Oval. 3) Souvenir St Louis Worlds Fair 1904, Oval Seashells. 4) Palace of Electricity, Rounded Colorized. 5) Palace of Electricity, Horizontal Clear. 6) Palace of Varied Industries, Horizontal. 7) Central Cascade and Festival Hall Worlds Fair, Square Puzzle.

6 Different Glass Paper Weights. 1) Festival Hall & Cascade Gardens, Red Colorized. Chipped, see picture 2) Festival Hall, Black & White Horizontal. 3) The Cascades, Black & White Horizontal. 4) Palace of Liberal Arts, Colorized Horizontal. 5) Festival Hall & Cascade Gardens, Green Colorized. 6) Festival Hall & Central Cascades, Blue Colorized Vertical

Lot of 12 pieces including 11 silver spoons from the various halls and venues and one paper advertisement. 1) Set of 5 spoons, 4” in length, all with matching Thomas Jefferson portrait engraved handles and marked 1904. Each bowl shows a different building from the Fair: Palace of Agriculture, Liberal Arts, U.S. Government Building, Palace of Machinery and Palace of Electricity. Made by the U.S. Silver Co. Silver plate. The paper advertisement is for 6 teaspoons from the 1904 Fair, with various buildings shown in the bowls, offered for the stunning price of $1.50 for the set. Made to order for the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway by the Oneida Community of Niagara Falls, NY. 2) A 4” spoon for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St. Louis. The bowl shows The Cabildo building, and the handle depicts buffalo, riders, a wagon train and locomotive with the dates 1803 and 1903, commemorating the 100th anniversary. Marked Sterling. 3) A Louisiana Purchase 6” spoon commemorating the 100th anniversary. The bowl shows a map of the United States with the Louisiana Purchase delineated and the date 1803. The handle has a portrait of Thomas Jefferson and his name, as the third president. Made by Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co. Silver plate. 4) Two identical Louisiana Purchase Exposition spoons, 5.5” in length with the Cascade Gardens depicted in the bowl and St. Louis World’s Fair 1904 on the handle. Made by Conn(ecticut). Silver Co. of Wallingford, CN. The company today is known as R.Wallace & Sons Mfg. Co. 5) A 6” silver place spoon showing the Palace of Liberal Arts in the bowl, along with two other buildings. The handle shows the city seal of St. Louis, a mounted rider and other figures and is marked St. Louis 1904. 6) This 6” spoon shows Gen. Grant’s Log Cabin in the bowl, “Then owned by C.F. Blanre, St. Louis. Built by him in 1854” (Grant?). The handle shows a portrait of Grant and a long rifle. No maker’s mark. Silver plate.

Two Jamestown Tercentennial Expo medals: 1) HK347, R4, gilt, XF-AU, red, white and blue ribbon with hanger; 2) HK349, R4, brilliant uncirculated with metal "souvenir" hanger.

Lot of 2: 1) 1907 Jamestown Tercentennial Expo, HK347, gilt with 14K gold fob, black funeral ribbon; 2) 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Expo, HK 353 with AYPE 1909 Govt. Bldg. Hanger. Reverse offical medal A.Y.P.Ex. U.S. Mint, black funeral medal.

1. Star shaped Paperweight with Birdseye view of fair, 1907 mint. 2. Collection of eight Souvenir Lady's Handled mirrors hallmarked Jamestown Exposition 1907, Silvered and gilt. 3. Mornong Ribbon, golden gilt 1907 with uncirculated PQ

HK 380, R6, "Aide" hanger with blue, white and red ribbon, in original presentation case, XF condition. Made by the Medallic Art Company, New York. HK 338, Pike's Peak Colorado ribbon with hanger, XF condition, rarity 3.

Three pieces: 1) HK284, AU-PL, Trans-Mississippi 1898; 2) HK284a, R5, AU, hanger red, white and blue ribbon; 3) HK382, VF-XF, R6, Hudson-Fulton 1909, hanger with red, white and blue ribbon.

Obverse: souvenir of the Dog Eaters, pictorial; reverse: pictorial Igorrote. The Igorrote Village was the featured attraction of the "Pay Streak" area of the AYPE held from June through October 1909 in Seattle Washington. Fifty members of the "head hunting, dog eating, wild people" from the Philippines lived in view of visitors to the Fair. It offered a chance for Americans "to study at close range the life, manners, customs and industries" of a different culture.

Two pieces: 1) HK363, R5, VF-EF; 2) HK367, R5, AU lusterous, gilt, nice eye appeal, hanger but no pinback.

Lot of 2 teaspoons. 1) A souvenir of the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition held in Seattle in 1909, the bowl contains a depiction of the U.S. Government Building. The front of the handle has at top the seal of the exposition, an allegorical woman blowing a horn, a portrait of William H. Seward, and the word Seattle. On the handle reverse is Mt. Rainier and on the reverse of the bowl are signed testimonies that this spoon is an official souvenir of the exposition. Marked BB within a shield and A.1. Plate. 2) Sesquicentennial spoon marked Philadelphia 1926 with a picture of the Liberty Bell in the bowl, Pennsylvania on the handle with an American eagle at top. Marked 1881 Rogers, A.1. Silver plate, 8” long. The A-Y-P Exposition of 1909 was held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle from June to October. It was Washington’s first world fair and celebrated the prosperity of the 12 years since the Alaska Gold Rush. Throughout the months of the exposition special days were set aside to honor organizations, professions, various ethnic groups, other cities, states, counties and visitors. The events included conferences, banquets, or other forms of recognition [Ref: www.historylink.org/essays/output.cfm?file_id=8461]. The Sesquicentennial Exposition held in Philadelphia in 1926 celebrated the 150th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Despite the rain, visitors enjoyed speeches, sporting events, and an 80 foot tall replica of the Liberty Bell covered in 26,000 light bulbs. The on-going rain and other problems led to severe financial difficulties, as the event failed to produce sufficient revenue to pay its debts. Ultimately some vendors sued the Exposition for lack of payment. The festival was placed into equity receivership by the United States District Court on April 27, 1927 [Ref: www.phillyhistory.org/.../the-sesquicentennial-exposition-of-1926/].

HK409 obverse, reverse: Exposition Guards / For Service; XF, ribbon, no hanger.

Lot of 3: 1) HK411, Oregon, holed, XF; 2) Eastside Beer Gold Medal Winner, Medal of Award, 28mm, XF-AU; 3) obverse: Seal of the Canal Zone Isthmus of Panama, reverse: souvenir of Cocoabola wood used as railroad ties across the Isthmus of Panama 1849.

Two rare art books issued at the Panama-Pacific International Exposition in 1915: "The Sculpture and Mural Decorations of the Exposition" by Stella G.S. Perry; and "The Art of the Exposition" by Eugen Neuhaus.

Inscribed "used by William Howard Taft President of the United States, October 14, 1911 turning the first spadeful of Earth for the Pan Pacific International Exposition to be held in San Francisco 1915. 4 inches tall, rare pinback intact stamped Shreve and Co. Sterling Silver.

Lot of 6 commemorative spoons. 1) A 6” sterling spoon, an “Official Souvenir PPIE” (Panama Pacific International Exposition), showing the Tower of Jewels in the handle. 2) A round-bowled spoon showing the Palace of Horticulture in the bowl and the Tower of Jewels on the handle. Marked Panama Pacific Exposition. On the reverse is Court of the Four Seasons. Marked 1877 Niagara Falls Co. 5.5” long. 3) Sterling 5.5” spoon with 1915 and I.E. in the bowl and two P’s on the handle with world globes inside, topped by a California bear. 4) A 6” spoon with the seal of the California Midwinter Fair in the shovel-shaped bowl, and floral carving on the handle. Marked AMN Sterling Co. 5) Small 3.5” Midwinter Fair spoon with 1894 and a picture of one of the buildings in the bowl, with a bear depicted on the handle. Marked with sterling maker’s mark. 6) This Trans-Mississippi Exposition spoon measures 4.25” and contains an advertisement in the bowl for the Fleischmann Co, with Omaha 1898 lettered on the handle. The PPIE was the world’s fair held in San Francisco in 1915, and was a great boon to the city that had been devastated by the earthquake of 1906. It was officially a celebration to recognize the completion of the Panama Canal, as well as to commemorate Balboa’s discovery of the pacific ocean 100 years earlier. After some deliberation it was decided to fill in the mud flats to the north of the city and build there on 635 acres in the area now known as the Marina. The Tower of Jewels was the “crown jewel” of the fair, standing 43 stories tall and covered by more than 100,000 colored glass “jewels.” The only building remaining from the exposition is the Palace of Fine Arts, which was completely reconstructed in the 1960s [Ref: www.sanfranciscomemories.com/ppie/history.html]. The Midwinter Fair was held in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park in 1894. It was the brainchild of Michael H. de Young, then owner of the San Francisco Chronicle. The Japanese Tea Garden and the M.H. de Young Memorial Museum are the remaining legacies from this fair.

Three So Called hangers: 1) HK632, R6, 1893 Nebraska State Fair, XF, hanger with red, white and blue ribbon; 2) HK645, Detroit Bicentennial, R6, Unc. w/hairlines, hanger with red white and blue ribbon; 3) HK674, New Jersey Sesquicentennial, R4, EF, plain pinback with small red, white and blue ribbon.

Three pieces: 1) HK705, R4, hanger with red, white and blue ribbon, fine condition; 2) HK706, R4, EF, "Reception committee" hanger with blue ribbon; 3) HK901, R3, WWI Victory Medal, fine condition with rainbow ribbon.

Three pieces: 1) HK463, R2, XF; 2) HK469, R3, BU, hairlines, red ribbon; 3) HK474a, R4, BU, "Souvenir" hanger with blue ribbon.

Collection of 13, Silvered Metaled, Souvenirs imported by N. Shure Co. Importers. 1) Lot of 5 Crumbers, Different sizes 5" wide to 5" high. 2) Lot of 3 square boxes with hinged lids, 3"x3"x 1 1/2". 3) Heart Shaped Box, 2 1/2"x1". 4) Cup, 2 1/2"x2". 5) Wood Bucket, 3"x2". 6) Salt & Pepper Shakers 1"x2". 7) Pedistalled Candy Dish, 6"x2".

Lot of 18 pieces, mostly silvered metal and imported by N. Shure Co. 1) 6 assorted large crumbers, 6 x 6,” and 3 assorted small crumbers; 2) 3 ash trays, one painted, one copper, one silvered; 3) miniature tea caddy shaped like a teapot; 4) horseshoe paperweight with Hall of Science shield; 5) small bucket with tray; 6) round colored ash tray, 4,” with painted Rutledge Tavern from the Lincoln Exhibit at the Century of Progress, 1933; 7) octagonal 5 x 5” pressed paper hot plate; 8) world globe paperweight, with Chicago World’s Fair 1893-1933 plaque, 5” tall. Base swivels to reveal pictures of the various exhibit halls.

Illinois 250-350 1933 60066. Lot of 9, all with pictures of Fair installations on the top side: Federal Building (3); Hall of Science (4); and Sky Ride (2). Most measure approximately 2.5 x 4.”

Lot of 7 teaspoons, 8” long. 1) A beautiful sterling silver spoon made by C.D. Peacock of Chicago. The plain bowl is topped by depictions of the Chinese Temple and the Carillon Tower, with “A Century of Progress” embossed at the top of the handle. On the reverse of the handle is a panorama of the Ft. Dearborn Massacre of 1812, and “Chicago in 1833.” The House of Peacock first began in 1837 when Elijah opened his jewelry and watch repair shop. The business survived the great fire of 1871 and eventually, in 1889, Elijah passed the business on to his son Charles Daniel Peacock and changed the name of the company to C.D. Peacock. His tradition of quality and service carries through even today [Ref: www.cdpeacock.com/index.jsp?content=article&section=412...]. 2-3) Two spoons made by Oneida Community Co. One is marked Par Plate, and shows the Administration Building in the bowl with “A Century of Progress,” 1933, and Chicago on the front of the handle, and the Hall of Science depicted on the reverse. The second spoon is marked Tudor Plate, has a plain bowl and the handle shows the Federal Building, with the above tag line and date. On the reverse is also the Hall of Science. 4) Again with a plain bowl, but showing the Carillon Tower, Hall of Science and the date on the front of the handle, with Ft. Dearborn and “Electrical Group” on the reverse. Marked sterling. 5) A silver plate spoon made by Winthrop Silver Plate Company. It has the Science Court pictured in the bowl and Clara Lu ‘n’ Em on the handle with a comet, the fair’s logo, and the date. 6-7) Two Wm. A. Rogers spoons with the Administration Building pictured in the bowls, and an allegorical face, Chicago, logo and 1933 date on the front of the handle. Reverse of the handle shows the Travel and Transportation Building.

A boxful of memories from 1933 Chicago: 1) 2x3' rug, a tapestry of the Fair; 2) Crumb set in original box plus 2 extra crumbers; 3) Black & Orange salt and pepper shakers; 4) Galleon 3x2; 5) Rare! Less than 1/2 pint Canadian Club Straight Whiskey, bottled at the Century of Progress, Chicago, 1934, unopened; 6) 2 "Good For" oval mirrors (Bird's Eye View, Transportation Building); 7) World's Smallest 22 piece tea set with original box; 8) beveled jewel box with Bird's Eye View on lid, 3 x 5, rare.

Lot of 7 different spoons: 1) Expo 1970, showing Atlas holding a world globe over his head on the handle, and Osaka engraved in the bowl. Back is marked Made in Holland. 2) Spokane Expo 1974. Ceramic inlay. Marked Japan. 3) Hemis-Fair, San Antonio World’s Fair, 1968 with Tower of the Americas on the handle. Marked Made in Holland. 4) New York World’s Fair, 1964, showing the Vatican Pavilion. Marked Th. Martinsen Sterling, Norway. 5) New York World’s Fair, 1964-65, with world globe on top. Marked Oneida Silversmiths. 6) Battle of Manila, 1898, Flagship Olympia are pictured in the bowl, and Commodore George Dewey is pictured on the handle. Marked Standard. 7) Another Dewey spoon, this one also shows the Flagship Olympia in the bowl, and Dewey “Our Hero” on the handle. Reverse shows Dewey Loving Cup. No markings. George Dewey (1837-1917) was the only U.S. Navy officer to hold the rank of Admiral of the Navy. Proceeding always upward in his career, he was given command of the USS Olympia on January 3, 1898, Captain Charles V. Gridley, commanding. From this historic Spanish-American War encounter at Manila, Philippine Islands in May of that year came the now-famous expression, “You may fire when you are ready, Gridley.” The Battle of Manila decimated the Spanish fleet and installations in the harbor without any losses to the United States fleet [Ref: www.history.navy.mil/bios/dewey_george.htm].

5 President Garfield Paper Weights. 1) Garfield Memorial 2x4 Vertical. 2) Garfield Memorial 2x4 Colorized. 3) Garfield Family Home 2x4 Horizontal. 4) Garfield Statue 2x4 Vertical. 5) Garfield Monument 2x4 Vertical

6 Grant Paper Weights. 1) Grants Monument NY, 2x4. 2) Grants Tomb with Grant and Wife, 2x4. 3) Gen. Ulysses S. Grants tomb Dedicated April 27th 1897, 2x4. 4) Grant Monument, NY, square with round insert. 5) Ulysses S. Grant 1864, Heart Shaped. 6) Grants Monument NY, round inside square.

Collection of 6 Advertisement Glass Paper Weights. 1) Simonds Shields- Lonsdale Grain Co., Kansas City, Mo, Horizontal. 2) Compliments the Hartley Grain Co. Oct. 14th 1901, Horizontal. 3) Moses Bros. Mill and Elevator Co. Made from selected Kansas Hard Turkey Wheat. Great Bend, KS. 4) Feilchenfeld & Aaron, Fancy Frozen Chickens Butter & Eggs. 5) Geo B. Newton Coal Co. Answers the Burning Question, Philadelphia. 6) Works of C. F. Boehringer & Soehne, Mannheim, Germany. New York Office 7 Cedar St. Largest makers of Quinine and Cocaine.