Auction details
The American Sale
Status:
Live auction (14 days to go)
Type:
Live auction with webcast bidding
At:
5251 110th Ave N. Suite 118, Clearwater, Florida, 33760. USA. tel: 727-546-0200
Without a doubt, the best selection of Americana weve ever offered. ORIGINAL WHITE HOUSE ITEMS A pair of lamps from the Rose Guest Room (aka The Queens Bedroom) from the Kennedy White House. Mamie Eisenhowers side table. Original White House china pieces from the Clinton and Bush administrations. A sterling silver tablespoon, engraved with Presidents House, mid 20th century. Many fascinating pieces, including items signed by the Kennedys, Johnsons and others. RARE BOOKS A first printing (May 1936) of Gone with the Wind, signed by Margaret Mitchell. A numbered and signed William Faulkner first edition of Idyll in the Desert. Several important early American books, some extremely scarce. And two original, handwritten and illustrated manuscripts of Elvira C. Garners Ezekiel childrens books. IMPORTANT FINE ART A watercolor and gouache painting by John Singer Sargent. An oil of New York by Hayley Lever. Two Florida Highwaymen paintings by Robert Butler. A signed Edward S. Curtis platinum print. SPORTS CARDS & MEMORABILIA A world-class selection of basketball cards, including rookies of George Mikan, Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Pete Maravich, Jerry West, Julius Erving, Moses Malone, Michael Jordan, and many others. Dozens of 1910 Sporting Life baseball cards, including Napoleon Lajoie, Joe Tinker and other Hall of Famers. Signed baseballs of Ted Williams and Derek Jeter. A postcard from Babe Ruth. Signed boxing glove by Muhammad Ali. MILITARIA & FIREARMS Nice selection of personal items from General William Yarborough (Father of the Green Berets). Several Civil War through Vietnam War items. Antique and modern firearms, including Colt Single Actions, Remington, Winchester, and many others, some very hard to find. COINS & CURRENCY Rare coins and bills, many graded, including a $1,000 bill, several National Currency rarities, key date Morgan dollars, a 1793 U.S. cent, an 1801 dollar and more. AND MUCH MORE (AS USUAL) Tintypes of Civil War soldiers, as well as African American women. Early cigar advertising. Pedal cars. Important documents, some by U.S. presidents. A group of 19th-century ship journals. A pre-Revolutionary War land document signed by the sons of William Penn. Do not miss browsing this catalog! PLEASE NOTE OUR TERMS REGARDING INVOICES, PAYMENTS, AND SHIPPING. When you register to bid, you agree to our terms. Online bidding available through BidSpirit, our app, Bidsquare, Live Auctioneers, Invaluable, and HiBid. Phone bids (greater of $100 or posted opening bid) and absentee bids accepted -- form is on our website.*Our in-house buyer premium is 17% and applies to bids placed in person, absentee, by phone. Our online buyer premium is 20% onBidSpirit, our app, HiBid, and BidSquare. 22% on Live Auctioneers, and Invaluable/AuctionZip. Not local? No problem we can ship some items worldwide and provide you with a list of shippers for the other items.
Auction lots (398)
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Lot 101
8
WILLIAM FAULKNER Signed First Edition, 1931
Idyll in the Desert, 1931 Random House first printing of the first edition. Numbered 131 of 400 numbered copies, signed by the...
Lot 102
6
15" Sterling Silver Ewer, NYC Bishop's Family
Tall, ornate Art Nouveau period Dominick & Haff sterling silver water pitcher, weighing 39.5 ozt. Engraved on underside, "From...
Lot 103
3
1966 BEATLES D.C. Stadium Ticket PSA 4
Full unused ticket from The Beatles' August 15, 1966 concert at D.C. Stadium in Washington, D.C. Ticket graded "VG-EX 4" by PSA....
Lot 104
4
President JAMES POLK Content ALS, Mexican War
Historically important autograph letter signed (ALS) by U.S. President James K. Polk, dated September 17, 1845, addressed to...
Lot 105
5
1960s Old Forester Bourbon Quart Bottle
Full quart bottle of Old Forester Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky (86 proof). Features original gold paper, series 112 tax...
Lot 106
2
Gold $20 Double Eagle 1924, 14k Pendant Diamonds
$20 Saint Gaudens Double Eagle coin mounted in a 14 karat yellow gold and diamond pendant with alternating panels set with (5)...
Lot 107
4
Rare Coin: 1801 Draped Bust $1, NGC AU50
One of only 54k examples, this one AU-50 graded, with gorgeous toning surrounding obverse. See images. shipping info This item...
Lot 108
2
1922 $10 Gold Certificate, PMG Graded VF30
Very fine 30 graded Fr. #1173. Minor foreign substance qualifier on verso. See images. shipping info This item can be shipped...
Lot 109
4
Rare Coin: 1793 U.S. One Cent, VG Detail
The first year of the U.S. cent. Authenticated by PCGS, from the Neiswinter Collection. Inexplicably slabbed as cleaned. Vine &...
Lot 110
10
Sidway Topliff Packard Tandem Pedal Car
Scarce, vintage two-seater (tandem) pedal car, believed to be Sidway Topliff or American National. Packard enamel badges on grill...
Lot 111
3
Mid-19th C US Army Officer Epaulettes
Pair of U.S. Army officer epaulettes with heavy gold bullion fringe and crescent forms. Each features a brass crescent trim and...
Lot 112
2
Civil War US Navy Officer Belt and Buckle
Antique black leather officer's belt with two brass hangers, fitted with a circular gilt plate featuring an eagle perched on an...
Lot 113
2
TED WILLIAMS Signed Baseball
Signature of HOF Boston Red Sox outfielder Ted Williams on a Rawlings Official Ball American League. Unconditionally guaranteed...
Lot 114
6
Yankees Signed 1996 WS Ball, Derek Jeter
Baseball signed by the New York Yankees -- 1996 World Series official ball -- including Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, Joe Torre,...
Lot 115
2
Yogi Berra Don Larsen Signed Baseball JSA
Signatures of the 1956 World Series "Perfect Game" duo -- HOF New York Yankees catcher Yogi Berra and pitcher Don Larsen -- on a...
Lot 116
3
TED WILLIAMS Signed Card, Museum Invitation
Invitation to the Ted Williams Retrospective Museum & Library opening (1994), with an art card signed by Hall of Fame baseball...
Lot 117
3
1927 Hack Wilson World Series Pin
Original 1929 Chicago Cubs World Series Hack Wilson pin. Rare souvenir button originally produced as Chicago Cubs and Certified...
Lot 118
2
1939 Sterling Enamel Baseball Charm Bracelet
Vintage 1939 Baseball Centennial sterling silver 10 charm bracelet. Bracelet has 9 enamel & silver charms with team logos of the...
Lot 119
3
Yankees 1955 World Series Press Charm Bracelet
Charm bracelet with four charms - Yankees Press 1955 and 1961, Cincinnati Reds 1961 World Series, and Washington Senators 1962...
Lot 120
3
BABE RUTH Handwritten Postcard to Friend, 1947
Postcard of Bill's Gay Nineties (now Bill's Supper Club), New York City. Handwritten note from Babe Ruth to his close friend....
Lot 121
3
Harley Davidson Bike Chain Skull Sterling Bracelet
Sterling silver bracelet, 8-1/2" long, with Harley Davidson logo over a winged skull holding a knife in its mouth (about 1-1/2"...
Lot 122
4
Harley Davidson Bike Chain Logo Sterling Bracelet
Sterling silver bracelet, 8" long, with Harley Davidson logos in center of bracelet and on the clasp. Weighs 71.7 grams. See...
Lot 123
2
1986 Fleer MICHAEL JORDAN Sticker, SGC 8
1986-87 Fleer Sticker #8, Michael Jordan (HOF), graded NM-MT 88 by SGC. In addition to this one, today's auction features several...
Lot 124
2
1986 Fleer MICHAEL JORDAN Rookie, Raw High Grade
1986-87 Fleer #57, Michael Jordan (HOF) RC, ungraded. Given its front centering of 65/35, it appears to be solidly in the NM-MT...
Lot 125
3
1970s Mego CAPTAIN AMERICA 8" Action Figure
Rare sealed 1970s Mego action figure of Marvel Comics superhero Captain America. Comes in protective clamshell case. Very fine...
Lot 126
2
19th Century Iron Spurs 6 Point Rowels
Antique pair of iron spurs with wide heel bands decorated with zigzag file work. Each spur fitted with a straight shank and fixed...
Lot 127
2
US Model 1903 Cavalry Spurs by Buermann
Pair of US military cavalry spurs stamped U.S. and A.B., identifying maker August Buermann of Newark, New Jersey. Steel...
Lot 128
3
Pair of Wescott & Sons Spurs with Straps
Pair of spurs with attached leather straps marked Wescott & Sons Makers Kansas City, MO. Each spur features a 12-point rowel and...
Lot 129
3
1750 Pennsylvania Land Warrant [William Penn]
Pennsylvania proprietary land warrant on vellum, dated 1750, issued in the names of Thomas Penn and Richard Penn (the sons of...
Lot 130
6
Rare Book: 1785 Histoire de Kentucky, Daniel Boone
Histoire de Kentucke, nouvelle colonie a l'ouest de la Virginie. Paris: Buisson, 1785. First French edition of the first book on...
Lot 131
7
Rare Book: Th. Jefferson's Notes on Virginia, 1800
Thomas Jefferson's Notes on the State of Virginia. Baltimore: Printed by W. Pechin, 1800. 8vo, 194, [2], 53 pp. Early American...
Lot 132
9
Rare Book: 1731 Florida Conquest, Vander Aa Vol. I
Histoire de la Conquete de la Floride: ou Relation de ce qui s'est passe dans la Decouverte de ce Pais par Ferdinand de Soto... A...
Lot 133
4
Civil War Era Wostenholm IXL Bowie Knife
Old 19th century George Wostenholm & Son, Washington Works knife with I-XL on ricasso. 12" long overall. See images. No scabbard....
Lot 134
5
Morse USN Mark V Divers Knife
Very high-quality knife made by Morse Diving Equipment of Rockland, Mass. Morse re-released this iconic diving knife -- which...
Lot 135
7
AMELIA EARHART Original Photograph
Panoramic photograph of formal dinner in honor of Amelia Earhart and commemorating her solo Trans-Atlantic flight. Held at the...
Lot 136
2
1934 $500 Federal Reserve Note
Series of 1934 $500 bill featuring William McKinley at center. Well centered example with strong margins, an attractive...
Lot 137
4
Rare Coin: 1877 Indian Head Cent, NGC AU53
Beautiful About Uncirculated example of the key Indian Head penny. Graded AU 53 BN by NGC. See images. shipping info This item...
Lot 138
2
Gold Coin: 1881 $10 U.S. Eagle, Liberty
Ten dollar US gold eagle, dated 1881. Nice detail. See images. shipping info This item can be shipped in-house. Multiple lot...
Lot 139
2
Currency: 1902 CHARITON Iowa $20 Note
Fr. 651. National Currency note. One of several scarce U.S. currency notes in today's auction, some graded and some raw. Likely...
Lot 140
4
Early 20C Navajo Weaving, Whirling Logs Rug
Antique Native American weaving (Navajo, Ganado), likely 1910-30. Vibrant red, brown and taupe, hand-woven rug, about 60-1/2" x...
Lot 141
3
TOM TAPIA San Juan Pueblo Miniature Pot
Miniature blackware pot measuring 2-1/2" diameter, signed by artist Tom Tapia. Fine condition. See images. shipping info This...
Lot 142
3
ALICE CLING Navajo Pottery Vase
Small redware pot signed by Navajo artist Alice Cling. Measures about 3" high. Fine condition. See images. shipping info This...
Lot 143
4
Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Pottery
Illegibly signed black ware pottery. Only part of the signature (starting with "M"), as well as the beginning and end of "Santa...
Lot 144
3
DARRELL DAVIS (Texas), Bronze Eagle Sculpture
Numbered 31/50 bronze sculpture of an eagle, dated 1997 and signed by Texas sculptor Darrell Davis (American, b. 1962). Davis'...
Lot 145
7
Pocket Watch, WWI Patriotic Case, Great Seal
Elgin 15-jewel pocket watch, hunter case. On lid, a patriotic image of an eagle with crossed flags, a monogrammed shield with...
Lot 146
6
21-Jewel ILLINOIS Grade 509 Pocket Watch
illinois Watch Co. grade 509 pocket watch, serial number 2585650, manufactured circa 1914. 12-size, 21 jewels, adjusted to 5...
Lot 147
5
MUHAMMAD ALI, Fossil Watch, Signed Photo
Rare limited edition Fossil watch #3 of 7500, with Ali's signature on photo mounted in lid. Signed in silver ink. Titled "The...
Lot 148
4
MUHAMMAD ALI, Signed Photo, JSA Letter
Black and white print on cream-colored paper of boxing great Muhammad Ali, signed in brown marker. A strong example likely from...
Lot 149
5
MUHAMMAD ALI Signed Boxing Glove
Everlast boxing glove, signed by The Greatest, Muhammad Ali in 1993. Comes with a photo of the consignor with Ali as he was...
Lot 150
5
King of Thailand Presentation Bowl, Gen. Yarboroug
Ornate gilt silver niello Thai bowl. Presented to Lt. Gen. William P. Yarborough from the future King Rama X of Thailand....
Lot 151
4
Queen of Thailand Gift to Gen. Yarborough
Billfold or wallet decorated with royal monogram of Queen Sirikit of Thailand. Presented to Lt. Gen. William P. Yarborough by the...
Lot 152
3
Sterling Plate, Gen. Yarborough, from Mexico Sec D
Ornate Mexican sterling silver platter presented by Marcelino Garcia Barragan (Mexico's secretary of defense) to then Major...
Lot 153
3
Tom Clancy Signed Book, Gen. Yarborough Draft
Shadow Warriors by Tom Clancy, signed by Clancy, co-author Gen. Carl Stiner, and Gen. William P. Yarborough. Included with the...
Lot 154
3
D-Day Zippo Lighter, Gen. Yarborough Signed Box
Special edition D-Day commemorative Zippo lighter in original tin, the bottom of which is signed in Sharpie by Lt. Gen. William...
Lot 155
2
OMAR BRADLEY, Signed to Gen. Yarborough
Title page of General Omar Bradley's autobiography "A Soldier's Story," inscribed and signed to then-Col. William P. Yarborough,...
Lot 156
2
Gen Yarborough's Cambodia MAAG Patch
Original pre-Vietnam War era MAAG patch (Military Assistance Advisory Group), personally worn by then Col. William P. Yarborough...
Lot 157
3
Yarborough & Westmoreland Signed Folder
Event folder from the Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation, circa 1998-99, presumed to have been a fundraising event...
Lot 158
4
Signed BUZZ ALDRIN Astronaut on the Moon Photo
16x20 color photograph of Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin on the lunar surface, signed by Aldrin. Framed to 20-1/4" x 24-1/4"....
Lot 159
4
1950s Magnatone Vintage Lap Steel Guitar
Vintage circa 1955 Magnatone lap steel, believed to be model G70, designed by Paul Bigsby. Serial number 52992. No case. Measures...
Lot 160
3
Silvertone 1420 Stratotone Electric Guitar, 1960s
Silvertone electric guitar, model 1420 Stratotone, built by Harmony for Sears in the early 1960s. Features two single-coil...
Lot 161
4
1955 Gretsch Electromatic "Jet Airliner" Lap Ste
Vintage lap steel guitar by Gretsch, model 6145. Serial X49120. With original case. This scarce model appears in the 1955...
Lot 162
4
REGGIE JACKSON Signed Litho, #'d Ltd. Ed.
Signed print numbered to 500, signed by baseball HOF player Reggie Jackson as well as the artist, Christopher Paluso. Measures...
Lot 163
2
1965 Willie Brown Rookie Card, Topps #46
Well-centered rookie card of HOFer Brown. Sharp corners. Print dots in blue field. Tiny scuff lower left corner of jersey. See...
Lot 164
2
1965 Fred Biletnikoff Rookie Card, Topps #133
Well-centered rookie card of HOFer Biletnikoff. Sharp corners. Print dots on either side of head in green field. Likely NM or...
Lot 165
3
Bronze Relief Plaque of Abraham Lincoln
Antique cast bronze relief plaque depicting Abraham Lincoln in profile within an ornate border. Plaque frame measures approx....
Lot 166
4
1910 PERMIT Cigar Lithograph Poster
Antique poster on board, dated 1910 by the American Cigar Co. "Permit to Smoke a Good Cigar." Measures 31-3/8" x 25-1/2"...
Lot 167
10
Rare Book: 1825 Colden Memoir, New York Canals
Cadwallader D. Colden, "Memoir, prepared at the request of a Committee of the Common Council of the City of New York, and...
Lot 168
8
1845 Princeton Manuscript on Natural Philosophy
Extensive handwritten manuscript in ink, 280 pages, prepared in 1845 at Princeton by Edward F. Drayton (B.A. 1845, later M.D....
Lot 169
3
1820 Almanack with Indian Mission Descriptions
1820 publication. The first six pages printed with the expected information for each of the 12 months, including the year's moon...
Lot 170
6
Civil War Gen. Grant Silver Pocket Watch Engraved
Circa 1860s James Jaquet (Swiss) sterling or coin silver pocket watch, 18S. Hunter case with (inner) brass movement lid. Back has...
Lot 171
5
James Reid Knuckle Duster Revolver
James Reid Knuckle Duster revolver, also known as the "My Friend". Features a brass frame with engraved scrollwork and patented...
Lot 172
5
Remington Elliot 4-Barrel Derringer
Antique Remington Elliot 4 barrel derringer, .32 rimfire caliber. Four barrels measuring approx. 3-5/16 in. Left side of frame...
Lot 173
6
Sharps 4-Barrel .22 Rimfire Derringer Pepperbox
Antique Sharp's four barrel pepperbox derringer pistol. Chambered in .22 rimfire with barrels measuring approx. 2-1/4". Left side...
Lot 174
5
Moore Teat Fire revolver .32 Cal
Antique Moore's Patent Fire Arms Co. revolver in .32 Teat-fire caliber with 3-1/4" round barrel. Barrel marked "Moore's Pat Fire...
Lot 175
8
COLT 1862 Pocket Police 2nd Gen Revolver
Colt Blackpowder Series 1862 Pocket Police percussion revolver, .36 caliber, 5.5" barrel. Serial number 57137, placing it in...
Lot 176
6
Colt 1851 Navy .36 Cal. Pietta Replica Revolver
Nice, vintage Pietta Colt 1851 Navy revolver. An excellent, Italian-made replica, perfect for shooting. Barrel 7-3/8" long. See...
Lot 177
3
Southern Coin Silver Spoon, Savannah Georgia
Early American coin silver spoon by Josiah Penfield (1785-1828) of Savannah, Georgia. Measures about 6" long. See images. Dings...
Lot 178
3
Southern Coin Silver Spoons (2), Virginia
Two early American coin silver tablespoons by Charles Alexander Burnett (1769-1849) of Alexandria, Virginia. Each measures about...
Lot 179
3
Early 20C Alaska Tsimshian Northwest Coast Basket
Vintage, circa 1910-20 souvenir handwoven basket by the First Nations Tsimshians, Northern B.C. and southeastern Alaska. This...
Lot 180
1
Navajo Turquoise Chunk & Shell Necklace
Vintage Native American nugget necklace with 17 turquoise chunks. Necklace measures almost 28" long. Fine condition. See images....
Lot 181
3
(6) Pueblo Pottery Pieces, All Signed
Six Pueblo pieces, signed Elizabeth Medina (Zia), Stella Teller (Isleta), Joe & Thelma Talachy (Pojoaque), Hilda Tenorio (Santo...
Lot 182
3
(3) Navajo Sterling Silver Rings, Turquoise & Cora
Three Navajo rings. Coral ring (size 8) signed "M. Silver." Turquoise ring (size 7-1/2) has conjoined letter mark. Silver ring...
Lot 183
3
(2) Mary Small Jemez Pueblo Pottery Pieces
Two Jemez wedding vases, signed Mary Small. 5" and 2-1/2". Fine condition. See images. shipping info This item can be shipped...
Lot 184
3
(4) Jemez Pueblo Pottery Pieces
Four Jemez vases, signed G. Sandia, Alma L. Concha, V. Tafoya and Juanita Fragua (wedding vase). Tallest measures 6-3/4" high....
Lot 185
5
USN Ames 1842 Naval Cutlass & Scabbard
US Navy Model 1841 Naval Cutlass, marked on ricasso USN 1842 on one side and N.P. Ames Cabotville Mass on the other. Features a...
Lot 186
5
US M1860 Light Cavalry Saber & Scabbard
US Model 1860 light cavalry saber marked US on the blade. Curved single-fuller blade 34-3/4", overall 41", blade width 1". Brass...
Lot 187
5
Model 1850 Tiffany & Co. Collins Officer Sword
Civil War era Model 1850 Staff & Field Officer's Sword, blade etched Tiffany & Co. New York and marked Collins & Co. Hartford...
Lot 188
8
Colt 1849 Pocket Revolver .31 Cal Percussion
Antique Colt Model 1849 Pocket revolver in .31 caliber with 4 in octagon barrel. Barrel marked with one line address reading...
Lot 189
5
1860s Allen & Wheelock Sidehammer Revolver
Antique Allen & Wheelock Sidehammer revolver 2nd Model in .32 rimfire. 3" octagon barrel. Square hammer. Serial #460 on cylinder,...
Lot 190
5
S&W Model 1-1/2 .32 Top Break Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 1-1/2 single action revolver in .32 S&W centerfire caliber. Top break design with 3-1/2" barrel and .92"...
Lot 191
2
1961 Fleer WILT CHAMBERLAIN Rookie, SGC 4
1961 Fleer #8, Wilt Chamberlain (HOF) RC. Graded VG-EX 4 by SGC, with early green label. SGC is widely regarded as the premier...
Lot 192
2
1961 Fleer JERRY WEST Rookie Card, SGC 6
1961 Fleer #43, Jerry West (HOF) RC. Graded EX-NM 6 by SGC, with early green label. SGC is widely regarded as the premier grader...
Lot 193
2
1969 Topps LEW ALCINDOR Rookie, SGC 84 NM
1969-70 Topps, Lew Alcindor (HOF) RC. Graded NM 84 by SGC (their early version of a 7), with early green label. SGC is widely...
Lot 194
2
1970 Topps PETE MARAVICH Rookie Card, PSA 7
1970 Topps #123, Pete Maravich (HOF) RC, graded NM 7 by PSA. In addition to this one, today's auction features several of...
Lot 195
2
1961 Fleer ELGIN BAYLOR Rookie Card, PSA 7
1961 Fleer #3, Elgin Baylor (HOF) RC. In addition to this one, today's auction features several of basketball's most iconic...
Lot 196
2
1975 Topps MOSES MALONE Rookie, PSA 9
1975 Topps #254, Moses Malone (HOF) RC, graded Mint 9 by PSA. In addition to this one, today's auction features several of...
Lot 197
2
1975 Topps MOSES MALONE Rookie, BVG 9.5
1975 Topps #254, Moses Malone (HOF) RC, graded GEM MINT 9.5 by BVG. (No BVG-graded Malone RCs have been given a Pristine 10, and...
Lot 198
2
1972 Topps JULIUS ERVING Rookie, SGC 8
1972-73 Topps #195, Julius Erving (HOF) RC, graded NM-MT 88 by SGC. In addition to this one, today's auction features several of...
Lot 199
2
1961 Fleer BILL RUSSELL Card, SGC 7.5
1961 Fleer #38, Bill Russell (HOF). Graded NM+ 7.5 by SGC, with early green label. SGC is widely regarded as the premier grader...
Lot 200
2
1957 Topps BILL RUSSELL Rookie Card, PSA 7
1957 Topps #77. One of the most important cards in basketball, the Bill Russell RC, graded NM 7 by PSA. In addition to this one,...