January 2014 - The Joy of Collecting
Tuesday, January 14, 2014 | 4:00 PM Pacific
Auction closed.
January 2014 - The Joy of Collecting
Tuesday, January 14, 2014 | 4:00 PM Pacific
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This auction includes a wide variety of breweriana, ephemera, advertising memorabilia, coins, collectibles, Lionel Trains and vintage posters - including travel, rock and roll and war bonds.
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Lot of 6 Vintage Unopened Tin Litho Spice Tins - West Coast
Lot # 101 (Sale Order: 101 of 334)
This lot of vintage tin lito spice tins features six unopened tins, all from west coast distributors. The tins included are:
- Ben-Hur pumpkin pie spice
- Edwards' Dependable Spice cayenne
- Crescent Pure Spices cloves
- Royal Club marjoram
- Claremont mace
- Schilling chili powder
1933 World's Fair Bronze Medal w/ Original Box - Chicago International Exposition - Zetter
Lot # 102 (Sale Order: 102 of 334)
This bronze medal comes from the 1933 World's Fair - the Chicago International Exposition - and measures approx 1 1/2" in diameter. This medal comes with the original box but is missing the paper insert. It is a beautiful art deco piece that was made by Robert Zetter, the head of the industrial arts section of the Art Institute of Chicago. The obverse features a strong, swift figure - a symbol of energy and action, representing the intellectual arch between man's resources and man's work. The reverse features a plan of the World's Fair grounds. Weighs 22.4g.
Lot of 9 Arrowheads - Five Mile Camp - Columbia River
Lot # 103 (Sale Order: 103 of 334)
This lot features nine very nice examples of Columbia River arrowheads. They offer a great cross section of the rock and gemstone material which is unique to this part of the world. They were found circa 1955 at the Five Mile Camp Site also called Five Miles Rapids or Locks on the Columbia River. It is a well known site that produced many artifacts before the Dalles dam was built. Size is approximately for the largest one 1" x 1/2" with the smallest ones being 5/8" x 1/4". These were found by Walt and Gladys Koch members of the OAS and have remained in there collection until now.
Original U.S. Treasury WWII War Bond Lithograph Poster - "Attack Attack Attack" - 1942
Lot # 104 (Sale Order: 104 of 334)
This original WWII war bonds poster was made in 1942 by the U.S. Treasury. It features U.S. soldiers on the frontline and has the title "Attack Attack Attack" near the top while the bottom reads "Buy War Bonds." This poster also bears the signature of the artist, Fredinand Warren, and the date of the poster, '42. Measures 28" x 22". The poster was received folded and will ship folded.
Vintage Circus Litho Poster - Clyde Beatty and Cole Bros. - Dogs and Horses - Globe Poster Corp.
Lot # 105 (Sale Order: 105 of 334)
This vintage lithograph poster is for the Clyde Beatty and Cole Bros. circus, advertised on the poster as the "World's Largest Circus." The poster was manufactured by the Globe Poster Corp. of Chicago. There is one small pinhole in each corner and some light wear due to age - please see the photos for your best description. Measures approximately 28" x 21". Will ship rolled.
Gumball Machine Atlas Master Penny & Nickel
Lot # 106 (Sale Order: 106 of 334)
Offered is a circa 1960 Atlas Master Penny & Nickel Gumball Machine. It is in good working order and has all its original parts including a working lock and key. The glass globe is the large capacity globe and is a couple of inches taller than the small globe variation. There is a chip to one of the top inside corners of the globe, which is common with this machine; we mention this as it is below the chrome hold down ring and out of site unless you are refilling the machine. The globe also has its original Atlas Master Penny Nickel decal. The neatest part about this machine is that it will take either a penny or a nickel. By inserting a penny you get one turn of the handle and for a nickel five turns. Size is approximately 18 x 7 x 7. The machine will be shipped empty as the gumballs were added to take pictures.
Dr Pepper Bottle Cap Thermometer
Lot # 107 (Sale Order: 107 of 334)
Offered is a circa 1960 Dr Pepper Bottle Cap Thermometer. This is in good working condition with the consignor saying he had it on the wall for years. It is 11 1/4" in diameter x 2 1/2" deep. These were designed and made by Tommy Tucker Plastics of Dallas, Texas". There is a small metal eyelet on back for mounting. Looks great with no cracks, chips or repairs.
Durst Flat Top Beer Can Spokane, Washington
Lot # 108 (Sale Order: 108 of 334)
Offered is a 12 ounce flat top beer can of Durst Beer from Atlantic Brewing Company - Spokane, Washington. This is a nice indoor can with great color and shine. Other than a couple humidity spots it is about as nice of a can as you will find.
1909 S - Lincoln Cent - High Grade - Key Date
Lot # 109 (Sale Order: 109 of 334)
This lot is for an ungraded 1909 - S United States Lincoln Cent. This is a high grade coin with some original luster and nice clear wheat stalks on back. This is your chance to buy an ungraded coin straight from an estate, this is a key date. Please see the pictures provided as this is the exact coin that you will receive. We strive to take the most accurate photos possible as we believe grading is very subjective. That is why we leave the final determination of the condition and grade of the coin to you.
Set of 2 Decks of Vintage Railroad Playing Cards
Lot # 110 (Sale Order: 110 of 334)
The set of two decks of playing cards were given out by the North Shore Line and feature the Line's brand of Electroliner trains. The decks come in a beautiful embossed leather case. The cards feature either the Portland, Oregon agent (L.F. Mulligan) or the Seattle, Washington agent (Chas. Dardis) on them. The Portland deck of cards is orange while the Seattle deck is green. Both decks are complete and in like new condition with no bends, creases or tears.There is one joker with each deck of cards. There is also an extra card about bridge scoring that is double sided with no image just text on both sides.
Lot of 3 Spanish American War Veteran Medals w/ Ribbon - 1898-1902
Lot # 111 (Sale Order: 111 of 334)
This lot of three medals with ribbons were issued to veterans of the Spanish American War. All three feature pinbacks and the same design on the medal itself. Two of the medals feature smaller American flag/shield charms and one of the medals features a larger eagle adornment near the top. All three pieces are in very good condition - the largest one measures 5" long/tall while the others measure 4 1/2" tall/long. You get all three for one money.
Vintage 1934 Deck of Playing Cards - Chicago World's Fair Century of Progress - Avenue of Flags
Lot # 112 (Sale Order: 112 of 334)
This vintage deck of playing cards comes from the 1933 Chicago World's Fair, also known as the Century of Progress. The cards all feature color renditions of the Fair's Avenue of Flags, complete with silver gilt edges. The deck is complete and comes with the original box - everything is in very good condition.
Lot of 2 Arrowheads - Columbia River Basin - Rufus, Oregon
Lot # 113 (Sale Order: 113 of 334)
This lot of two arrowheads were found circa 1960 in Rufus, Oregon along the Columbia River. These points are both approximately 1 7/8" x 7/8". The points are both translucent and look to be made of agate They were found by Walt and Gladys Koch and are exactly as found.
Vintage Pre-Prohibition Stoneware Mug - Bartholomay Brewing Co. - Marzenbrau - Rochester, NY
Lot # 114 (Sale Order: 114 of 334)
This vintage, pre-Prohibition stoneware mug comes from the Bartholomay Brewing Company of Rochester, New York. It features the company's iconic wheel with outstretched wings logo as well as the name of one of their beers, the Marzenrau. The mug is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or dings. Measures approximately 4" tall x 3.25" in diameter.
Beaver Hall Benefit Dance Concert Poster - Portland, Oregon
Lot # 115 (Sale Order: 115 of 334)
This poster was for a benefit dance / concert held at the Beaver Hall in Portland, Oregon. This looks to be a later poster as it lists their address as S.E. 9th & Hawthorne and not their first address 425 N.W. Glisan. Performers are Notary Sojac Drippy Moon & Wildwood Creek. From the date of Friday July 6 we believe this poster was from 1973, still any poster from the Beaver Hall is a rare find. Size is 22 x 14 with no tack holes or tape.
Turquoise Necklace
Lot # 116 (Sale Order: 116 of 334)
This lot is for a 19 turquoise necklace. It features 57 stones that are each approximately 1/2 x 1/4" in size; some a bit larger some smaller. The necklace has had a 3 chain added to one end that could easily be removed if you wanted a shorter necklace.
Diamond Heart Pendant with 14K Chain
Lot # 117 (Sale Order: 117 of 334)
Adorn your look with a shimmering heart pendant. This 14 karat yellow gold pendant twinkles with a single sparkling diamond. The necklace includes a 14 karat yellow gold 18" chain. Total weight is 2.3 grams; pendant is approximately 3/8" wide x 5/8". We guarantee these to be made from 14K yellow gold as marked.
Geisha & Samurai Warrior - Kneeling Bronze Statues - Japan
Lot # 118 (Sale Order: 118 of 334)
This pair of bronze statues depicts a kneeling Japanese woman decked in full Giesha attire and a kneeling Japanese man clad in samurai warrior attire. Both are made of solid bronze. The woman weighs approximately 9.5 lbs and the man weighs approximately 12 lbs. Both measure approximately 11" tall and 8" wide.
1908 S - Indian Head Cent - Penny - Key Date
Lot # 119 (Sale Order: 119 of 334)
This lot is for an ungraded 1908 - S United States Indian Head Cent. This is a high grade coin with full "LIBERTY". This is your chance to buy an ungraded coin straight from a local estate, exactly as received, this is a key date. Please see the pictures provided as this is the exact coin that you will receive. We strive to take the most accurate photos possible as we believe grading is very subjective. That is why we leave the final determination of the condition and grade of the coin to you.
Set of Two Ball Mini Mason Jar Salt & Pepper Shakers w/ Original Box - 1933 Chicago World's Fair
Lot # 120 (Sale Order: 120 of 334)
This set of two mini mason jar salt and pepper shakers comes from Ball Brothers Co. of Muncie, Indiana. They were distributed during the 1933 Chicago World's Fair, also known as the Century of Progress Exposition. One of the shakers still has its original tissue wrapping, the other does not. The box is in very good condition and still has vibrant graphics. Both shakers come with their lids and are in very good condition with no chips or cracks. Box measures 3" x 3" - jars measure 2 3/4" tall.
Full Case of Highlander Flat Top Beer Cans
Lot # 121 (Sale Order: 121 of 334)
This lot is for a case of 24 unused 12 ounce metallic paint variation of Highlander Beer cans. They are from the Missoula Brewing Company of Missoula, Montana. These cans come complete with their original unused cardboard case as well. They made a label change about 1965 and this was a real transition time for the brewery. They were being bought out by another brewery in Seattle then shortly there after changed their can design as well as were the cans were filled. We have seen this can with both a flat top and a zip tab top. Since these were never filled they never had a top lid put on them, this was done when they filled the can. For the most part these are about as clean of a can that you will find, there are the usual case dings, scratches and such that the cans get from normal transport and storage. You get the cardboard case and all 24 cans for your winning bid!
1933 Chicago World's Fair Centerpiece - Havoline Thermometer Tower - Century of Progress
Lot # 122 (Sale Order: 122 of 334)
This vintage thermometer comes from the 1933 Chicago World's Fair. It depicts the Fair's centerpiece, the Chicago Tower. The actual tower was 200 feet tall and was sponsored by the Indian Refinery Company, erected as a monument to Chicago's weather. Graduated temperature columns throughout the tower displayed 10 foot letters with neon lighting. The base of the tower was an exhibit of oil refining equipment. The thermometer is still intact and functions properly. The lettering around the base of the tower is clear and legible - overall the piece is in excellent condition. Measure 4 3/4" tall.
Columbia River Arrowheads Klickitat River - Washington
Lot # 123 (Sale Order: 123 of 334)
Offered are seven unique Columbia River arrowheads. They offer a great cross section of the material which is to be found nowhere else in the world. These were found along the Klickitat River in Washington circa 1960. They did not list an exact location on the river. Size is approximately 1" x 9/16" on the larger ones and 1/2" x 1/2" on the smaller ones. These were found by Walt and Gladys Koch members of the Oregon Archeology Society also known as OAS from 1955 to 1965 and have remained in there personal collection until now.
Carved Ivory Figure of a Small Angel
Lot # 124 (Sale Order: 124 of 334)
This is a wonderful old carved ivory figure of a small crippled angel boy. The boy is standing barefoot on a crutch while holding his hat in one hand and a cane in the other, his wings come through his coat in back. The figure is on an unmarked circular base. This has tons of detail, character and charm. It is approximately 3 1/2" tall x 2 in diameter at the base. We have a similar carving of a girl with cats lot # 184
Lot of 10 Different Diecast Trucks - Chevron Promotional Series "Days Gone" - 1990s
Lot # 126 (Sale Order: 125 of 334)
This lot of 10 toy trucks is from the Chevron promotional series "Days Gone" and were made in England by the LLEDO Co. This series started in 1990 - vehicles range from 3" to 4" long, the box measures 5.5" long. Some boxes have light shelf wear but the toys have never been played with.
