Montana Frontier History Auction - Day 1
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Missoula, MT 59808
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Saturday Jan 29, 2022 Completed
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Last Updated: January 15, 2022

Introduction
Davis Brothers Auction LLC ("Davis Brothers") is an auction company that operates online and on-site auctions and appraisals (the "Services"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") are a binding legal agreement between you and Davis Brothers that govern your use of the Services. By accessing the website davisbrothersauction.com ("Website") and using the Services, you confirm that you are in agreement with and bound by the terms of service contained in the Terms outlined below and that you will comply with all applicable laws, statutes, ordinances, and regulations regarding your use of the Website and Services. The Terms apply to the entire Website and any email or other type of communication between you and Davis Brothers. In these Terms, "you" refers both to you as an individual and to the entity you represent, if any. Modifications
Davis Brothers may modify the Services or these Terms at any time. When we make material changes to these Terms, we will post the revised Terms on the Website and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms. Your continued access to or use of the Site will constitute acceptance of the revised Terms. We also maintain other terms and policies that supplement these Terms, which may be updated from time to time. Eligibility
The Services are intended solely for persons who are 18 or older. Any use of the Services by anyone that does not meet this age requirement is expressly prohibited. Auction items are sold "as is" with no returns or exchanges

Auction items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS, and WITH ALL FAULTS. We will make every effort and put forth our due diligence to attempt to properly describe and represent items, however all items are sold on a buyer discretionary basis. Buyers are responsible for satisfying themselves concerning the condition of auction items. All statements and descriptions of items by Davis Brothers are statements of opinion and are not to be relied upon as statements of fact. Davis Brothers is not responsible in any way for errors or omissions in the descriptions of items. Once a lot has been purchased, there are no returns or exchanges of any kind.

DAVIS BROTHERS MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION WHATSOEVER OF ANY KIND OR NATURE WITH RESPECT TO AUCTION ITEMS, INCLUDING ANY (a) WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY; (b) WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE; OR (c) ACCURACY OF THE CATALOGUE OR OTHER DESCRIPTION OF THE PHYSICAL CONDITION, SIZE, QUALITY, RARITY, IMPORTANCE, MEDIUM, MATERIAL, GENUINENESS, ATTRIBUTION, PROVENANCE, PERIOD, CULTURE, SOURCE, ORIGIN, EXHIBITIONS, LITERATURE, OR HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF ANY AUCTION ITEM. Bids
Davis Brothers reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to refuse admission to any auction (whether online or on-site) and to reject any bid, as well as the right to refuse to acknowledge any bidder. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the buyer of the auction item(s). Bidders cannot revoke or cancel a bid for any reason. As an auctioneer Davis Brothers reserves the right to place a bids on behalf of the seller in consecutive fashion up to a reserve or preset price in sale with or without reserve.

Unless otherwise announced at the time of sale, all bids are per lot as numbered in the catalogue. Davis Brothers reserves the right to reject a bid from any bidder. The highest bid acknowledged by the Auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the event of any dispute between bidders, the Auctioneer shall have the sole and final discretion either to determine the successful bidder, or to re-offer and re-sell the article in dispute. If the Auctioneer determines that any opening bid is not commensurate with the value of the article offered, they may reject the bid; and if, having acknowledged an opening bid they decide that any advance is not sufficient, they may reject the advance. The Auctioneer reserves the right to acknowledge an auction floor bid before acknowledging an internet and/or phone bid regardless of the maximum bid amount provided by the bidder before and/or during the auction.

Payment
When making a bid, a bidder is accepting personal liability to pay the purchase price. Payment in full is to be expected within 7 business days upon the completion of the catalog sale. If payment is not received, Davis Brothers Auctions reserves the right to cancel or void any unpaid transaction and/or charge storage fees associated with unpaid property.

If you are having trouble paying for your items via the corresponding online portals, please feel free to contact us for assistance at: info@davisbrothersauction.com.

All forms of credit card are accepted. Bank wire transfers (required for high value purchases above $5,000), cashier's checks and postal money orders. By registering for this auction, you give Davis Brothers explicit consent to charge your card on file following the auction for the total amount due plus shipping. You waive your right to contest final sale approval for any of your purchases with Davis Brothers. If your purchase total is in the excess of $5,000 we may require non-credit card payment.
By registering for our auctions, you grant Davis Brothers permission to waive your right to execute any chargebacks against our company for any reason.

ALL SHIPPING IS HANDLED IN HOUSE

All items are packed professionally and insured in house. A shipping cost will be added to your invoice at end of sale. If you have questions about cost of shipping please send us an email at info@davisbrothersauction.com before auction day. Local customers may request to pick up auction items by emailing us at info@davisbrothersauction.com. Please allow 1 to 2 weeks AFTER auction payment to receive a tracking number for your item.

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All firearm sales are shipped in house. We accept FFLs and C&Rs. All in person pickups require background checks and appropriate identification.Severability and non-waiver
In the event any provision of these Terms is held to be void, voidable, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The failure of Davis Brothers to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not be construed to be a waiver of such provision, or any other provision, nor in any way to affect the validity of these Terms or any part of these Terms, or any right of Davis Brothers to enforce that provision or each and every other provision at any time. No waiver of any breach of these Terms shall constitute or be deemed a waiver of any other breach. Except as expressly set forth in these Terms, the exercise by either party of any of its remedies under these Terms will be without prejudice to its other remedies under these Terms or otherwise permitted under law. Force majeure
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These Terms will be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Montana and the United States of America, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Judicial proceedings must be brought in state or federal court in Missoula County, Montana.Entire agreement
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Listing Information
Welcome to the Montana Frontier History Auction. Our two-day sale features a vast assortment of items. Day 1: Cowboy Spurs, Bits, Indian Beadwork, Turquoise Jewelry, Navajo Rugs, Indian Artifacts, Chinese and Asian Objects, Tokens, Coins, Montana Photography and Historical Items, Band Signed Photos and Backstage Passes, Flags, Books, Rugs, Blankets, Textiles, and so much more. Also included in Day 1 is a large selection of artworks from the Estate of Frederick Kress a notable California Artist. Other featured artists include: Ace Powell, Bob Scriver, Taylor Lynde, Dave Powell, Tom Saubert, Les Peters, and Ralph Earl Decamp. A highlight of our art portion is the addition of an original Rembrandt etching of Jan Lutma. Other lots of note include two industry award medals, given to Colorado Territory Gunsmith FW Freund for his accomplishments. Day 2: Our Military and Firearm Day. Including a 7th Cavalry Montana Campaign Hat, a Signal Corps Messenger Pigeon Cage, Collection of Vietnam War Theater Made Patches, and many more unique and historical items.

1
Miniature Dogsled Acho Dene Fort Laird Canada
Neat little miniature dogsled. Made in Fort Laird Canada by the Native Peoples. 5.5" long.


3
Butte Montana Monarch Visible Typewriter Cards
Nice grouping of advertising cards. From Kemper and Swanberg Dealers Butte Montana.

4
Toned Morgan 1886 Silver Dollar Uncirculated
Nice coin. Toned on the front. Appears to be uncirculated.

5
Navajo Sterling Silver Belt Buckle Signed
Very nice buckle. Signed as shown. 1.75" by 2.75".

6
1946 Lord Elgin 14k Gold Mens Watch
Very nice watch. 14k Solid gold case. Works excellent and keeps good time. Weight is 19.5 Grams Production Year :1946 Size :15/0s Jewels :21 jewels Grade :559 Model :3 Run Quantity :59000 Production Dates :1940 to 1946 Total Grade Production :517000...

7
Liberty Park Zoo Utah Baby Elephant RPPC Postcard
Very neat card. Showing the first meal of Baby Prince Utah, Born April 29th 1918 at the Liberty Park Zoo in Salt Lake City Utah.

8
1887 Morgan Silver Dollar Toned
Very nice coin, appears to be uncirculated with toning.

9
John Davis Butte Montana Hunting License Wallet
Very nice wallet with a vignette of a Colt Lightning Rifle.

10
Celluloid Hook Lewis Butcher Supplies Seattle
Nice old piece of advertising. Would have been used to hang receipts or notes.

11
10k Gold Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Pin
Nice piece. Set with seed pearls. 10k Yellow Gold. 1" long. 2.94 grams.

12
Ancient Eskimo Inuit Ulu Chopping Knife
Wonderful and Phenomenal. Whale effigy handle. Early trade iron blade. Appears to have been found buried. Better than most in museum collections. Blade is just under 3.5" wide.

13
Pair of Antique Trade Cards Coffee Cigarettes
One is Arbuckles Ariosa Coffee, the other is from Bagley Tobacco.


15
Group of Antique Christmas Decorations
Nice grouping. Candles, bulbs, nativity pieces and more.




19
McKenzies Amusement Parlors Butte Montana Token
Nice rare trade token from McKenzies Amusement Parlors in Butte Montana. Good for one song or picture.

20
Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Belt Buckle
Nice older shadow box bear paw belt buckle. Sterling Silver and Turquoise. Signed.


22
Vintage Elgin Mens Wristwatch Manual Wind
Nice old watch. Crystal has a crack as shown.

23
Pair of Tahitian Black Pearl Bracelets
Nice pair of Tahitian Black Pearl Bracelets. Strung on elastic cord so they will be able to accommodate a larger wrist.

24
Pair of Blue Fostoria Heirloom Glass Candlesticks
Nice matched pair, no damage. 3" tall.

25
Pair of Tahitian Gold Color Pearl Bracelets
Nice pair of Tahitian Gold Pearl Bracelets. Strung on elastic cord so they will be able to accommodate a larger wrist.

26
Stunning Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 30.5" long.

27
Stunning Tahitian Rose Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 33.75" long.

28
Stunning Tahitian White Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 35.75" long.

29
Stunning Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 31.25" long.

30
Sterling Silver Apple Green Jade Necklace Pendant
Beautiful pendant. Set in Sterling Silver. Wonderful Apple Green Jade. 2" long, .75" wide.

31
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Sterling Napkin Rings
Very nice pair of old Sorority Napkin Rings. Both are identified with the Girls names. Came out of the Kappa Kappa Gamma house in Missoula Montana. 28 grams total weight.

32
Dave Powell Montana Indian Sketch
Nice sketch on notebook paper by Dave Powell. 8.5" by 11.5". Dave Powell is a native son of Montana, in a world of change and transition; few can say they have roots in a single geography that go back four generations. Dave's pedigree in art is just...


34
Hand Tinted Photo Crater Lake Oregon
Nice old photo. Hand tinted. 13.5" by 22.5".

35
Antique Ceremonial Plains Indian Baby Moccasin
Single Moccasin only, not a pair. EX Jim Aplan Collection. 5.25" long, 2" wide. Baby sized ceremonial moccasin.

36
California Shasta Railroad Pikes Peak Postcards
Nice grouping. Two are Shasta Route of the Southern Pacific Railroad, one is Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway, and then one from California Redwood Park.

37
The Polar and Tropical Worlds Hartwig 1880
Nice rare volume. Needs a bit of spine repair. Has a few pressed flowers inside as shown.

38
Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Plates
Nice group of vegetable plates. 8.5" long. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was archit...

39
Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Plates
Nice group of vegetable plates. 10.25" long. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was arch...

40
Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Custard Cups
Nice group of custard cups. 3" tall. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was architectura...

41
1930s German Photo Album
Very interesting album. Most of the images are identified.


43
Goodrich's Comprehensive Geography 1855
1st edition 1855. With color maps as shown.


45
WW2 US Navy Hawaii Photo Album
Very nice named album. Many of the images are identified.

46
Drawing Room Scrap Book 1834 Fisher London
Very nice old book. Hard to find.

47
1920s US Army Tientsin China Photo Album
Rare early album. Some water damage as shown. Wonderful images of the US Army forces in China.

48
Huge Lot of Trade Tokens
Nice large lot of tokens and script.

49
Lot of Antique Trains Lionel Ives American Flyer
Very nice grouping of old trains. Many different makers.


51
Stewart Warner Speedometer Terado Battery
Neat lot of automotive items. Terado plug in battery charger and Stewart Warner Speedometer.

52
Arts and Crafts Catalina California Tile Top Table
Nice table. Top has some wear as shown. 18" tall. Top is 15.5" by 16".

53
Antique Victorian Wealthy Child Photo
Nice image. Child is pictured with all of the expensive furnishings. 9.5" by 27.5".

54
Davis Kidders Electric Shock Quack Medical Device
Nice old Quack Medical Device in original box. Made by WH Burnap New York.

55
Antique Brass Indian Fire Pump Extinguisher
Extra nozzle and hose. New in original box.


57
Group of Vintage Snapback Hats
Nice grouping. Carlton Saw Chain, Kmart, BNSF Railroad, International Boar Semen, Kuparuk Oil Field Alaska.

58
Buchschmid & Gretaux Inlaid Last Supper Picture
Very nice piece. The holy grail of Buchschmid & Gretaux inlaid wood pictures. 19.75" by 36.5".

59
Montana Beartooth Scenic Highway Tinted Photo
Nice old tryptic of the Beartooth Scenic Highway in Montana. Hand Tinted. Photographer is Jorud.

60
John Shaw Flying Tiger Print Signed by Pilots
Neat piece. Signed by quite a few of the pilots. 25" by 31".


62
Vintage 90s Burton Air Asym Snowboard
Nice vintage board. Still in useable condition.

63
Antique Industrial Uhl Typewriter Table
Nice old table in original finish.


65

66
Vintage Samsonite Pullman Luggage Set Blue
Very nice set. Lightly used.

67
End of Trail Cast Iron Indian Bookends
Very nice matched set. 4.5" tall.


69
Practical Sermons Albert Barnes 1841
Signed by the author Albert Barnes.

70
1990s Coca Cola Fountain Drink Store Display 3D
Nice display, 3D bubbles that stand up from sign.

71
1985 Budweiser A Series Clydesdale Beer Stein
No damage. Nice holiday stein.

72
Trent Tile New Jersey Fireplace Hearth Tile
Nice old tile with cherub. 6" by 6".


74
Victorian Helena Montana Toothpick Holder
Nice old silverplate toothpick holder from Helena Montana. 2" tall.

75
Tiny Bear John Louis Clarke Bronze Montana
Artist is John Louis Clarke of Glacier Park Montana. Work is entitled "Tiny Bear". Numbered as shown. 3.25" tall.

76
Small Goat John Louis Clarke Bronze Montana
Artist is John Louis Clarke of Glacier Park Montana. Work is entitled "Small Goat". Numbered as shown. 4" tall, 3.5" wide.

77
WW1 Trench Art Prussian Cross
Nice piece. Made from casings and fashioned into a cross. 7.5" tall.

78
Vintage Replogle 12" World Ocean Globe
Nice old globe. 1970's. 15.5" tall.

79
Korean War Army Propaganda Disney Game Cards
Interesting group of games. Four in a row, Air Raid, and Hang the Butcher. As produced by Disney during the Korean War.


81
Mid Century Wood Momentum Toy
Neat toy with Zoo Animals. 11" tall.

82

83
Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
7.5" tall. Paper insert intact. No handle. Some Damage as shown.

84
Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
4" tall. Paper insert intact. No handle.

85
Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
7" tall. Paper insert intact, but has detached.

86
Antique Halloween Trick or Treat Candy Basket
Very nice old painted basket. Used by Trick or Treaters. Very nice old piece of American folk art. 20" tall.

87
Antique Risque Nude Painted Silk Necktie
Nice old tie. Some staining. Has the tagline from Marilyn Monroe's Movie.



90
Royal Crystal Salt Montana Mercantile Co Blotters
Nice group of Montana advertising ink blotters.

91
Art Deco Mirrored Place Setting Name Tags
Nice grouping in original box. Hard to find.

92
Full Plate Tintype Shaker or Quaker Woman
Nice large full plate image of an old woman in her bonnet. The woman appears to be either Shaker or Quaker. Taken by JS Mayer of New York. 12" by 14" in frame.

93

94
1920 Montana Power Company Santa Claus Reciept
Very nice receipt with Santa Claus Vignette. Dated December 24th 1920. 8" by 10" framed.

95
Older Persian Oriental Rug Made in Iran
24" by 38" including fringe.

96
Antique Postcards Snapshots and Greeting Cards
Nice grouping. Postcards, snapshots, greeting cards, and more.


98
Pre War Lionel O Gauge Passenger Train Set
Very nice set in original matching boxes. 262 Engine and 262T Tender, 817 Caboose, 814 Refrigerator Car, and 812 Gondola Car.



101

102
1980's Woven Straw Trucker Cowboy Hat
Neat old hat with a ton of Trucker Pins. Also has pheasant feather hat band.

103
Trails Plowed Under Charles Russell
1978 edition with dust jacket.

104
Cowboy High Style Thomas Molesworth
Scarce book with dust jacket. 1992

105
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Serving Plate
Nice antique plate. Engraved with Kappa Kappa Gamma. From the now closed house in Missoula Montana. 10" diameter.

106
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Serving Plate
Engraved Kappa Kappa Gamma and Beta Phi. From the now closed house in Missoula Montana. 12" diameter.

107

108
Antique Republic of Nicaragua Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

109
Antique Colonial South African Vierkleur Flag
Nice old flag. Rare Colonial Transitional period piece. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

110
Antique Republic of El Salvador Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

111
Antique French Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

112
Antique Syrian Jordan Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

113
Antique 46 Star American Flag Oklahoma 1908
Nice rare old flag. 46 stars, made in 1908 when Oklahoma joined the Union.

114
WW2 December 1943 Montana State Flag
Very rare flag. Only flown in 1943 by American soldiers. This is the only example we have ever seen in person. 55" by 59"

115
1930s Corduroy Vest Montana Jaycees Great Falls
Nice rare vest. Made from indigo corduroy. Has hand stitched patches on the back as shown.

116
1930s Corduroy Vest Montana Jaycees Great Falls
Nice rare vest. Made from indigo corduroy. Has hand stitched patches on the back as shown.

117
Vintage 90s Snap On Racing Sweatshirt
Nice graphic Snap On sweatshirt. Size XL.

118
Vintage Peterbilt Trucker Jacket Spalding Size XL
Nice 90s hooded trucker jacket. Size is XL.

119

120
Zapotec Mexico Indian Pattern Southwest Rug
Nice rug. Made by the Zapotec of Mexico to resemble a Navajo Rug. 41.5" by 69".

121
Native American Indian Made Pine Needle Basket
6" tall. Made from Pine Needles.

122
Antique Cheyenne Indian Beaded Moccasins
Nice old pair of Moccasins.

123
Antique Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer
Very nice old piece. Signed as shown. Exterior has been cleaned at some point. Interior has great old patina. 6.5" diameter. 4.25" tall.

124
20th Century Sioux Indian Beaded Doll
Very nice doll. Bead and quillwork. Human hair and bone hair pipe beads. 20th Century. 12" tall, 9" arm span.

125
Antique Huron Native American Indian Snowshoes
Very nice old pair of snowshoes. Made by the Huron Indian Tribe. 36.5" long.

126
20th Century Nez Perce Parfleche Spear Cover
Second half of the 20th Century. Painted Parfleche with Trade cloth borders.

127
Chilean Vaquero Cowboy Spurs Maker Marked
Very nice pair of spurs. Maker marked in several areas as shown. Large and fancy. 8.25" long.

128
Antique Green Painted Folk Art Whiskey Keg
9" tall, 6.5" diameter. Iron and leather strapping. Great old green paint. Handmade in the American West.

129
Antique North and Judd Montana Cowboy Spurs
Nice old set of spurs. Marked as shown.

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Missoula, MT 59808
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Davis Brothers Auction LLC Terms & Conditions Last Updated: January 15, 2022 Introduction Davis Brothers Auction LLC ("Davis Brothers") is an auction company that operates online and on-site auctions and appraisals (the "Services"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") are a binding legal agreement between you and Davis Brothers that govern your use of the Services. By accessing the website davisbrothersauction.com ("Website") and using the Services, you confirm that you are in agreement with and bound by the terms of service contained in the Terms outlined below and that you will comply with all applicable laws, statutes, ordinances, and regulations regarding your use of the Website and Services. The Terms apply to the entire Website and any email or other type of communication between you and Davis Brothers. In these Terms, "you" refers both to you as an individual and to the entity you represent, if any. Modifications Davis Brothers may modify the Services or these Terms at any time. When we make material changes to these Terms, we will post the revised Terms on the Website and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms. Your continued access to or use of the Site will constitute acceptance of the revised Terms. We also maintain other terms and policies that supplement these Terms, which may be updated from time to time. Eligibility The Services are intended solely for persons who are 18 or older. Any use of the Services by anyone that does not meet this age requirement is expressly prohibited. Auction items are sold "as is" with no returns or exchanges Auction items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS, and WITH ALL FAULTS. We will make every effort and put forth our due diligence to attempt to properly describe and represent items, however all items are sold on a buyer discretionary basis. Buyers are responsible for satisfying themselves concerning the condition of auction items. All statements and descriptions of items by Davis Brothers are statements of opinion and are not to be relied upon as statements of fact. Davis Brothers is not responsible in any way for errors or omissions in the descriptions of items. Once a lot has been purchased, there are no returns or exchanges of any kind. DAVIS BROTHERS MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION WHATSOEVER OF ANY KIND OR NATURE WITH RESPECT TO AUCTION ITEMS, INCLUDING ANY (a) WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY; (b) WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE; OR (c) ACCURACY OF THE CATALOGUE OR OTHER DESCRIPTION OF THE PHYSICAL CONDITION, SIZE, QUALITY, RARITY, IMPORTANCE, MEDIUM, MATERIAL, GENUINENESS, ATTRIBUTION, PROVENANCE, PERIOD, CULTURE, SOURCE, ORIGIN, EXHIBITIONS, LITERATURE, OR HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF ANY AUCTION ITEM. Bids Davis Brothers reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to refuse admission to any auction (whether online or on-site) and to reject any bid, as well as the right to refuse to acknowledge any bidder. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the buyer of the auction item(s). Bidders cannot revoke or cancel a bid for any reason. As an auctioneer Davis Brothers reserves the right to place a bids on behalf of the seller in consecutive fashion up to a reserve or preset price in sale with or without reserve. Unless otherwise announced at the time of sale, all bids are per lot as numbered in the catalogue. Davis Brothers reserves the right to reject a bid from any bidder. The highest bid acknowledged by the Auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the event of any dispute between bidders, the Auctioneer shall have the sole and final discretion either to determine the successful bidder, or to re-offer and re-sell the article in dispute. If the Auctioneer determines that any opening bid is not commensurate with the value of the article offered, they may reject the bid; and if, having acknowledged an opening bid they decide that any advance is not sufficient, they may reject the advance. The Auctioneer reserves the right to acknowledge an auction floor bid before acknowledging an internet and/or phone bid regardless of the maximum bid amount provided by the bidder before and/or during the auction. Payment When making a bid, a bidder is accepting personal liability to pay the purchase price. Payment in full is to be expected within 7 business days upon the completion of the catalog sale. If payment is not received, Davis Brothers Auctions reserves the right to cancel or void any unpaid transaction and/or charge storage fees associated with unpaid property. If you are having trouble paying for your items via the corresponding online portals, please feel free to contact us for assistance at: info@davisbrothersauction.com. All forms of credit card are accepted. Bank wire transfers (required for high value purchases above $5,000), cashier's checks and postal money orders. By registering for this auction, you give Davis Brothers explicit consent to charge your card on file following the auction for the total amount due plus shipping. You waive your right to contest final sale approval for any of your purchases with Davis Brothers. If your purchase total is in the excess of $5,000 we may require non-credit card payment. By registering for our auctions, you grant Davis Brothers permission to waive your right to execute any chargebacks against our company for any reason. ALL SHIPPING IS HANDLED IN HOUSE All items are packed professionally and insured in house. A shipping cost will be added to your invoice at end of sale. If you have questions about cost of shipping please send us an email at info@davisbrothersauction.com before auction day. 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Welcome to the Montana Frontier History Auction. Our two-day sale features a vast assortment of items. Day 1: Cowboy Spurs, Bits, Indian Beadwork, Turquoise Jewelry, Navajo Rugs, Indian Artifacts, Chinese and Asian Objects, Tokens, Coins, Montana Photography and Historical Items, Band Signed Photos and Backstage Passes, Flags, Books, Rugs, Blankets, Textiles, and so much more. Also included in Day 1 is a large selection of artworks from the Estate of Frederick Kress a notable California Artist. Other featured artists include: Ace Powell, Bob Scriver, Taylor Lynde, Dave Powell, Tom Saubert, Les Peters, and Ralph Earl Decamp. A highlight of our art portion is the addition of an original Rembrandt etching of Jan Lutma. Other lots of note include two industry award medals, given to Colorado Territory Gunsmith FW Freund for his accomplishments. Day 2: Our Military and Firearm Day. Including a 7th Cavalry Montana Campaign Hat, a Signal Corps Messenger Pigeon Cage, Collection of Vietnam War Theater Made Patches, and many more unique and historical items.

1
Miniature Dogsled Acho Dene Fort Laird Canada
Neat little miniature dogsled. Made in Fort Laird Canada by the Native Peoples. 5.5" long.


3
Butte Montana Monarch Visible Typewriter Cards
Nice grouping of advertising cards. From Kemper and Swanberg Dealers Butte Montana.

4
Toned Morgan 1886 Silver Dollar Uncirculated
Nice coin. Toned on the front. Appears to be uncirculated.

5
Navajo Sterling Silver Belt Buckle Signed
Very nice buckle. Signed as shown. 1.75" by 2.75".

6
1946 Lord Elgin 14k Gold Mens Watch
Very nice watch. 14k Solid gold case. Works excellent and keeps good time. Weight is 19.5 Grams Production Year :1946 Size :15/0s Jewels :21 jewels Grade :559 Model :3 Run Quantity :59000 Production Dates :1940 to 1946 Total Grade Production :517000...

7
Liberty Park Zoo Utah Baby Elephant RPPC Postcard
Very neat card. Showing the first meal of Baby Prince Utah, Born April 29th 1918 at the Liberty Park Zoo in Salt Lake City Utah.

8
1887 Morgan Silver Dollar Toned
Very nice coin, appears to be uncirculated with toning.

9
John Davis Butte Montana Hunting License Wallet
Very nice wallet with a vignette of a Colt Lightning Rifle.

10
Celluloid Hook Lewis Butcher Supplies Seattle
Nice old piece of advertising. Would have been used to hang receipts or notes.

11
10k Gold Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Pin
Nice piece. Set with seed pearls. 10k Yellow Gold. 1" long. 2.94 grams.

12
Ancient Eskimo Inuit Ulu Chopping Knife
Wonderful and Phenomenal. Whale effigy handle. Early trade iron blade. Appears to have been found buried. Better than most in museum collections. Blade is just under 3.5" wide.

13
Pair of Antique Trade Cards Coffee Cigarettes
One is Arbuckles Ariosa Coffee, the other is from Bagley Tobacco.


15
Group of Antique Christmas Decorations
Nice grouping. Candles, bulbs, nativity pieces and more.




19
McKenzies Amusement Parlors Butte Montana Token
Nice rare trade token from McKenzies Amusement Parlors in Butte Montana. Good for one song or picture.

20
Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Belt Buckle
Nice older shadow box bear paw belt buckle. Sterling Silver and Turquoise. Signed.


22
Vintage Elgin Mens Wristwatch Manual Wind
Nice old watch. Crystal has a crack as shown.

23
Pair of Tahitian Black Pearl Bracelets
Nice pair of Tahitian Black Pearl Bracelets. Strung on elastic cord so they will be able to accommodate a larger wrist.

24
Pair of Blue Fostoria Heirloom Glass Candlesticks
Nice matched pair, no damage. 3" tall.

25
Pair of Tahitian Gold Color Pearl Bracelets
Nice pair of Tahitian Gold Pearl Bracelets. Strung on elastic cord so they will be able to accommodate a larger wrist.

26
Stunning Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 30.5" long.

27
Stunning Tahitian Rose Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 33.75" long.

28
Stunning Tahitian White Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 35.75" long.

29
Stunning Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 31.25" long.

30
Sterling Silver Apple Green Jade Necklace Pendant
Beautiful pendant. Set in Sterling Silver. Wonderful Apple Green Jade. 2" long, .75" wide.

31
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Sterling Napkin Rings
Very nice pair of old Sorority Napkin Rings. Both are identified with the Girls names. Came out of the Kappa Kappa Gamma house in Missoula Montana. 28 grams total weight.

32
Dave Powell Montana Indian Sketch
Nice sketch on notebook paper by Dave Powell. 8.5" by 11.5". Dave Powell is a native son of Montana, in a world of change and transition; few can say they have roots in a single geography that go back four generations. Dave's pedigree in art is just...


34
Hand Tinted Photo Crater Lake Oregon
Nice old photo. Hand tinted. 13.5" by 22.5".

35
Antique Ceremonial Plains Indian Baby Moccasin
Single Moccasin only, not a pair. EX Jim Aplan Collection. 5.25" long, 2" wide. Baby sized ceremonial moccasin.

36
California Shasta Railroad Pikes Peak Postcards
Nice grouping. Two are Shasta Route of the Southern Pacific Railroad, one is Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway, and then one from California Redwood Park.

37
The Polar and Tropical Worlds Hartwig 1880
Nice rare volume. Needs a bit of spine repair. Has a few pressed flowers inside as shown.

38
Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Plates
Nice group of vegetable plates. 8.5" long. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was archit...

39
Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Plates
Nice group of vegetable plates. 10.25" long. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was arch...

40
Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Custard Cups
Nice group of custard cups. 3" tall. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was architectura...

41
1930s German Photo Album
Very interesting album. Most of the images are identified.


43
Goodrich's Comprehensive Geography 1855
1st edition 1855. With color maps as shown.


45
WW2 US Navy Hawaii Photo Album
Very nice named album. Many of the images are identified.

46
Drawing Room Scrap Book 1834 Fisher London
Very nice old book. Hard to find.

47
1920s US Army Tientsin China Photo Album
Rare early album. Some water damage as shown. Wonderful images of the US Army forces in China.

48
Huge Lot of Trade Tokens
Nice large lot of tokens and script.

49
Lot of Antique Trains Lionel Ives American Flyer
Very nice grouping of old trains. Many different makers.


51
Stewart Warner Speedometer Terado Battery
Neat lot of automotive items. Terado plug in battery charger and Stewart Warner Speedometer.

52
Arts and Crafts Catalina California Tile Top Table
Nice table. Top has some wear as shown. 18" tall. Top is 15.5" by 16".

53
Antique Victorian Wealthy Child Photo
Nice image. Child is pictured with all of the expensive furnishings. 9.5" by 27.5".

54
Davis Kidders Electric Shock Quack Medical Device
Nice old Quack Medical Device in original box. Made by WH Burnap New York.

55
Antique Brass Indian Fire Pump Extinguisher
Extra nozzle and hose. New in original box.


57
Group of Vintage Snapback Hats
Nice grouping. Carlton Saw Chain, Kmart, BNSF Railroad, International Boar Semen, Kuparuk Oil Field Alaska.

58
Buchschmid & Gretaux Inlaid Last Supper Picture
Very nice piece. The holy grail of Buchschmid & Gretaux inlaid wood pictures. 19.75" by 36.5".

59
Montana Beartooth Scenic Highway Tinted Photo
Nice old tryptic of the Beartooth Scenic Highway in Montana. Hand Tinted. Photographer is Jorud.

60
John Shaw Flying Tiger Print Signed by Pilots
Neat piece. Signed by quite a few of the pilots. 25" by 31".


62
Vintage 90s Burton Air Asym Snowboard
Nice vintage board. Still in useable condition.

63
Antique Industrial Uhl Typewriter Table
Nice old table in original finish.


65

66
Vintage Samsonite Pullman Luggage Set Blue
Very nice set. Lightly used.

67
End of Trail Cast Iron Indian Bookends
Very nice matched set. 4.5" tall.


69
Practical Sermons Albert Barnes 1841
Signed by the author Albert Barnes.

70
1990s Coca Cola Fountain Drink Store Display 3D
Nice display, 3D bubbles that stand up from sign.

71
1985 Budweiser A Series Clydesdale Beer Stein
No damage. Nice holiday stein.

72
Trent Tile New Jersey Fireplace Hearth Tile
Nice old tile with cherub. 6" by 6".


74
Victorian Helena Montana Toothpick Holder
Nice old silverplate toothpick holder from Helena Montana. 2" tall.

75
Tiny Bear John Louis Clarke Bronze Montana
Artist is John Louis Clarke of Glacier Park Montana. Work is entitled "Tiny Bear". Numbered as shown. 3.25" tall.

76
Small Goat John Louis Clarke Bronze Montana
Artist is John Louis Clarke of Glacier Park Montana. Work is entitled "Small Goat". Numbered as shown. 4" tall, 3.5" wide.

77
WW1 Trench Art Prussian Cross
Nice piece. Made from casings and fashioned into a cross. 7.5" tall.

78
Vintage Replogle 12" World Ocean Globe
Nice old globe. 1970's. 15.5" tall.

79
Korean War Army Propaganda Disney Game Cards
Interesting group of games. Four in a row, Air Raid, and Hang the Butcher. As produced by Disney during the Korean War.


81
Mid Century Wood Momentum Toy
Neat toy with Zoo Animals. 11" tall.

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Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
7.5" tall. Paper insert intact. No handle. Some Damage as shown.

84
Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
4" tall. Paper insert intact. No handle.

85
Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
7" tall. Paper insert intact, but has detached.

86
Antique Halloween Trick or Treat Candy Basket
Very nice old painted basket. Used by Trick or Treaters. Very nice old piece of American folk art. 20" tall.

87
Antique Risque Nude Painted Silk Necktie
Nice old tie. Some staining. Has the tagline from Marilyn Monroe's Movie.



90
Royal Crystal Salt Montana Mercantile Co Blotters
Nice group of Montana advertising ink blotters.

91
Art Deco Mirrored Place Setting Name Tags
Nice grouping in original box. Hard to find.

92
Full Plate Tintype Shaker or Quaker Woman
Nice large full plate image of an old woman in her bonnet. The woman appears to be either Shaker or Quaker. Taken by JS Mayer of New York. 12" by 14" in frame.

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94
1920 Montana Power Company Santa Claus Reciept
Very nice receipt with Santa Claus Vignette. Dated December 24th 1920. 8" by 10" framed.

95
Older Persian Oriental Rug Made in Iran
24" by 38" including fringe.

96
Antique Postcards Snapshots and Greeting Cards
Nice grouping. Postcards, snapshots, greeting cards, and more.


98
Pre War Lionel O Gauge Passenger Train Set
Very nice set in original matching boxes. 262 Engine and 262T Tender, 817 Caboose, 814 Refrigerator Car, and 812 Gondola Car.



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102
1980's Woven Straw Trucker Cowboy Hat
Neat old hat with a ton of Trucker Pins. Also has pheasant feather hat band.

103
Trails Plowed Under Charles Russell
1978 edition with dust jacket.

104
Cowboy High Style Thomas Molesworth
Scarce book with dust jacket. 1992

105
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Serving Plate
Nice antique plate. Engraved with Kappa Kappa Gamma. From the now closed house in Missoula Montana. 10" diameter.

106
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Serving Plate
Engraved Kappa Kappa Gamma and Beta Phi. From the now closed house in Missoula Montana. 12" diameter.

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108
Antique Republic of Nicaragua Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

109
Antique Colonial South African Vierkleur Flag
Nice old flag. Rare Colonial Transitional period piece. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

110
Antique Republic of El Salvador Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

111
Antique French Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

112
Antique Syrian Jordan Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

113
Antique 46 Star American Flag Oklahoma 1908
Nice rare old flag. 46 stars, made in 1908 when Oklahoma joined the Union.

114
WW2 December 1943 Montana State Flag
Very rare flag. Only flown in 1943 by American soldiers. This is the only example we have ever seen in person. 55" by 59"

115
1930s Corduroy Vest Montana Jaycees Great Falls
Nice rare vest. Made from indigo corduroy. Has hand stitched patches on the back as shown.

116
1930s Corduroy Vest Montana Jaycees Great Falls
Nice rare vest. Made from indigo corduroy. Has hand stitched patches on the back as shown.

117
Vintage 90s Snap On Racing Sweatshirt
Nice graphic Snap On sweatshirt. Size XL.

118
Vintage Peterbilt Trucker Jacket Spalding Size XL
Nice 90s hooded trucker jacket. Size is XL.

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120
Zapotec Mexico Indian Pattern Southwest Rug
Nice rug. Made by the Zapotec of Mexico to resemble a Navajo Rug. 41.5" by 69".

121
Native American Indian Made Pine Needle Basket
6" tall. Made from Pine Needles.

122
Antique Cheyenne Indian Beaded Moccasins
Nice old pair of Moccasins.

123
Antique Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer
Very nice old piece. Signed as shown. Exterior has been cleaned at some point. Interior has great old patina. 6.5" diameter. 4.25" tall.

124
20th Century Sioux Indian Beaded Doll
Very nice doll. Bead and quillwork. Human hair and bone hair pipe beads. 20th Century. 12" tall, 9" arm span.

125
Antique Huron Native American Indian Snowshoes
Very nice old pair of snowshoes. Made by the Huron Indian Tribe. 36.5" long.

126
20th Century Nez Perce Parfleche Spear Cover
Second half of the 20th Century. Painted Parfleche with Trade cloth borders.

127
Chilean Vaquero Cowboy Spurs Maker Marked
Very nice pair of spurs. Maker marked in several areas as shown. Large and fancy. 8.25" long.

128
Antique Green Painted Folk Art Whiskey Keg
9" tall, 6.5" diameter. Iron and leather strapping. Great old green paint. Handmade in the American West.

129
Antique North and Judd Montana Cowboy Spurs
Nice old set of spurs. Marked as shown.

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Montana Frontier History Auction - Day 1
 Live Auction w/Online Bidding
Sale Date(s)
Saturday Jan 29, 2022 Completed
Sale Location

Missoula, MT 59808
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Welcome to the Montana Frontier History Auction. Our two-day sale features a vast assortment of items. Day 1: Cowboy Spurs, Bits, Indian Beadwork, Turquoise Jewelry, Navajo Rugs, Indian Artifacts, Chinese and Asian Objects, Tokens, Coins, Montana Photography and Historical Items, Band Signed Photos and Backstage Passes, Flags, Books, Rugs, Blankets, Textiles, and so much more. Also included in Day 1 is a large selection of artworks from the Estate of Frederick Kress a notable California Artist. Other featured artists include: Ace Powell, Bob Scriver, Taylor Lynde, Dave Powell, Tom Saubert, Les Peters, and Ralph Earl Decamp. A highlight of our art portion is the addition of an original Rembrandt etching of Jan Lutma. Other lots of note include two industry award medals, given to Colorado Territory Gunsmith FW Freund for his accomplishments. Day 2: Our Military and Firearm Day. Including a 7th Cavalry Montana Campaign Hat, a Signal Corps Messenger Pigeon Cage, Collection of Vietnam War Theater Made Patches, and many more unique and historical items.

1
Miniature Dogsled Acho Dene Fort Laird Canada
Neat little miniature dogsled. Made in Fort Laird Canada by the Native Peoples. 5.5" long.

2

3
Butte Montana Monarch Visible Typewriter Cards
Nice grouping of advertising cards. From Kemper and Swanberg Dealers Butte Montana.

4
Toned Morgan 1886 Silver Dollar Uncirculated
Nice coin. Toned on the front. Appears to be uncirculated.

5
Navajo Sterling Silver Belt Buckle Signed
Very nice buckle. Signed as shown. 1.75" by 2.75".

6
1946 Lord Elgin 14k Gold Mens Watch
Very nice watch. 14k Solid gold case. Works excellent and keeps good time. Weight is 19.5 Grams Production Year :1946 Size :15/0s Jewels :21 jewels Grade :559 Model :3 Run Quantity :59000 Production Dates :1940 to 1946 Total Grade Production :517000...

7
Liberty Park Zoo Utah Baby Elephant RPPC Postcard
Very neat card. Showing the first meal of Baby Prince Utah, Born April 29th 1918 at the Liberty Park Zoo in Salt Lake City Utah.

8
1887 Morgan Silver Dollar Toned
Very nice coin, appears to be uncirculated with toning.

9
John Davis Butte Montana Hunting License Wallet
Very nice wallet with a vignette of a Colt Lightning Rifle.

10
Celluloid Hook Lewis Butcher Supplies Seattle
Nice old piece of advertising. Would have been used to hang receipts or notes.

11
10k Gold Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Pin
Nice piece. Set with seed pearls. 10k Yellow Gold. 1" long. 2.94 grams.

12
Ancient Eskimo Inuit Ulu Chopping Knife
Wonderful and Phenomenal. Whale effigy handle. Early trade iron blade. Appears to have been found buried. Better than most in museum collections. Blade is just under 3.5" wide.

13
Pair of Antique Trade Cards Coffee Cigarettes
One is Arbuckles Ariosa Coffee, the other is from Bagley Tobacco.

14

15
Group of Antique Christmas Decorations
Nice grouping. Candles, bulbs, nativity pieces and more.

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17

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McKenzies Amusement Parlors Butte Montana Token
Nice rare trade token from McKenzies Amusement Parlors in Butte Montana. Good for one song or picture.

20
Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Belt Buckle
Nice older shadow box bear paw belt buckle. Sterling Silver and Turquoise. Signed.

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22
Vintage Elgin Mens Wristwatch Manual Wind
Nice old watch. Crystal has a crack as shown.

23
Pair of Tahitian Black Pearl Bracelets
Nice pair of Tahitian Black Pearl Bracelets. Strung on elastic cord so they will be able to accommodate a larger wrist.

24
Pair of Blue Fostoria Heirloom Glass Candlesticks
Nice matched pair, no damage. 3" tall.

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Pair of Tahitian Gold Color Pearl Bracelets
Nice pair of Tahitian Gold Pearl Bracelets. Strung on elastic cord so they will be able to accommodate a larger wrist.

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Stunning Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 30.5" long.

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Stunning Tahitian Rose Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 33.75" long.

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Stunning Tahitian White Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 35.75" long.

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Stunning Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace
Very nice necklace. Whole strand is 31.25" long.

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Sterling Silver Apple Green Jade Necklace Pendant
Beautiful pendant. Set in Sterling Silver. Wonderful Apple Green Jade. 2" long, .75" wide.

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Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Sterling Napkin Rings
Very nice pair of old Sorority Napkin Rings. Both are identified with the Girls names. Came out of the Kappa Kappa Gamma house in Missoula Montana. 28 grams total weight.

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Dave Powell Montana Indian Sketch
Nice sketch on notebook paper by Dave Powell. 8.5" by 11.5". Dave Powell is a native son of Montana, in a world of change and transition; few can say they have roots in a single geography that go back four generations. Dave's pedigree in art is just...

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Hand Tinted Photo Crater Lake Oregon
Nice old photo. Hand tinted. 13.5" by 22.5".

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Antique Ceremonial Plains Indian Baby Moccasin
Single Moccasin only, not a pair. EX Jim Aplan Collection. 5.25" long, 2" wide. Baby sized ceremonial moccasin.

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California Shasta Railroad Pikes Peak Postcards
Nice grouping. Two are Shasta Route of the Southern Pacific Railroad, one is Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway, and then one from California Redwood Park.

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The Polar and Tropical Worlds Hartwig 1880
Nice rare volume. Needs a bit of spine repair. Has a few pressed flowers inside as shown.

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Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Plates
Nice group of vegetable plates. 8.5" long. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was archit...

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Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Plates
Nice group of vegetable plates. 10.25" long. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was arch...

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Hotel Finlen Butte Montana Dining Custard Cups
Nice group of custard cups. 3" tall. The Hotel Finlen was established by James Finlen, the son of Miles Finlen, an Irish immigrant who had opened the McDermitt Hotel in Butte in 1889. The Hotel Finlen opened on January 1, 1924, and was architectura...

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1930s German Photo Album
Very interesting album. Most of the images are identified.

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Goodrich's Comprehensive Geography 1855
1st edition 1855. With color maps as shown.

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WW2 US Navy Hawaii Photo Album
Very nice named album. Many of the images are identified.

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Drawing Room Scrap Book 1834 Fisher London
Very nice old book. Hard to find.

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1920s US Army Tientsin China Photo Album
Rare early album. Some water damage as shown. Wonderful images of the US Army forces in China.

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Huge Lot of Trade Tokens
Nice large lot of tokens and script.

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Lot of Antique Trains Lionel Ives American Flyer
Very nice grouping of old trains. Many different makers.

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Stewart Warner Speedometer Terado Battery
Neat lot of automotive items. Terado plug in battery charger and Stewart Warner Speedometer.

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Arts and Crafts Catalina California Tile Top Table
Nice table. Top has some wear as shown. 18" tall. Top is 15.5" by 16".

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Antique Victorian Wealthy Child Photo
Nice image. Child is pictured with all of the expensive furnishings. 9.5" by 27.5".

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Davis Kidders Electric Shock Quack Medical Device
Nice old Quack Medical Device in original box. Made by WH Burnap New York.

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Antique Brass Indian Fire Pump Extinguisher
Extra nozzle and hose. New in original box.

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Group of Vintage Snapback Hats
Nice grouping. Carlton Saw Chain, Kmart, BNSF Railroad, International Boar Semen, Kuparuk Oil Field Alaska.

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Buchschmid & Gretaux Inlaid Last Supper Picture
Very nice piece. The holy grail of Buchschmid & Gretaux inlaid wood pictures. 19.75" by 36.5".

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Montana Beartooth Scenic Highway Tinted Photo
Nice old tryptic of the Beartooth Scenic Highway in Montana. Hand Tinted. Photographer is Jorud.

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John Shaw Flying Tiger Print Signed by Pilots
Neat piece. Signed by quite a few of the pilots. 25" by 31".

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Vintage 90s Burton Air Asym Snowboard
Nice vintage board. Still in useable condition.

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Antique Industrial Uhl Typewriter Table
Nice old table in original finish.

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Vintage Samsonite Pullman Luggage Set Blue
Very nice set. Lightly used.

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End of Trail Cast Iron Indian Bookends
Very nice matched set. 4.5" tall.

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Practical Sermons Albert Barnes 1841
Signed by the author Albert Barnes.

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1990s Coca Cola Fountain Drink Store Display 3D
Nice display, 3D bubbles that stand up from sign.

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1985 Budweiser A Series Clydesdale Beer Stein
No damage. Nice holiday stein.

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Trent Tile New Jersey Fireplace Hearth Tile
Nice old tile with cherub. 6" by 6".

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Victorian Helena Montana Toothpick Holder
Nice old silverplate toothpick holder from Helena Montana. 2" tall.

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Tiny Bear John Louis Clarke Bronze Montana
Artist is John Louis Clarke of Glacier Park Montana. Work is entitled "Tiny Bear". Numbered as shown. 3.25" tall.

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Small Goat John Louis Clarke Bronze Montana
Artist is John Louis Clarke of Glacier Park Montana. Work is entitled "Small Goat". Numbered as shown. 4" tall, 3.5" wide.

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WW1 Trench Art Prussian Cross
Nice piece. Made from casings and fashioned into a cross. 7.5" tall.

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Vintage Replogle 12" World Ocean Globe
Nice old globe. 1970's. 15.5" tall.

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Korean War Army Propaganda Disney Game Cards
Interesting group of games. Four in a row, Air Raid, and Hang the Butcher. As produced by Disney during the Korean War.

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Mid Century Wood Momentum Toy
Neat toy with Zoo Animals. 11" tall.

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Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
7.5" tall. Paper insert intact. No handle. Some Damage as shown.

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Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
4" tall. Paper insert intact. No handle.

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Antique Paper Mache Halloween Candy Container
7" tall. Paper insert intact, but has detached.

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Antique Halloween Trick or Treat Candy Basket
Very nice old painted basket. Used by Trick or Treaters. Very nice old piece of American folk art. 20" tall.

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Antique Risque Nude Painted Silk Necktie
Nice old tie. Some staining. Has the tagline from Marilyn Monroe's Movie.

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Royal Crystal Salt Montana Mercantile Co Blotters
Nice group of Montana advertising ink blotters.

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Art Deco Mirrored Place Setting Name Tags
Nice grouping in original box. Hard to find.

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Full Plate Tintype Shaker or Quaker Woman
Nice large full plate image of an old woman in her bonnet. The woman appears to be either Shaker or Quaker. Taken by JS Mayer of New York. 12" by 14" in frame.

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1920 Montana Power Company Santa Claus Reciept
Very nice receipt with Santa Claus Vignette. Dated December 24th 1920. 8" by 10" framed.

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Older Persian Oriental Rug Made in Iran
24" by 38" including fringe.

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Antique Postcards Snapshots and Greeting Cards
Nice grouping. Postcards, snapshots, greeting cards, and more.

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Pre War Lionel O Gauge Passenger Train Set
Very nice set in original matching boxes. 262 Engine and 262T Tender, 817 Caboose, 814 Refrigerator Car, and 812 Gondola Car.

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1980's Woven Straw Trucker Cowboy Hat
Neat old hat with a ton of Trucker Pins. Also has pheasant feather hat band.

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Trails Plowed Under Charles Russell
1978 edition with dust jacket.

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Cowboy High Style Thomas Molesworth
Scarce book with dust jacket. 1992

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Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Serving Plate
Nice antique plate. Engraved with Kappa Kappa Gamma. From the now closed house in Missoula Montana. 10" diameter.

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Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Serving Plate
Engraved Kappa Kappa Gamma and Beta Phi. From the now closed house in Missoula Montana. 12" diameter.

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Antique Republic of Nicaragua Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

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Antique Colonial South African Vierkleur Flag
Nice old flag. Rare Colonial Transitional period piece. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

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Antique Republic of El Salvador Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

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Antique French Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

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Antique Syrian Jordan Flag
Nice old flag. Made by Menard and Tabery of Los Angeles California.

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Antique 46 Star American Flag Oklahoma 1908
Nice rare old flag. 46 stars, made in 1908 when Oklahoma joined the Union.

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WW2 December 1943 Montana State Flag
Very rare flag. Only flown in 1943 by American soldiers. This is the only example we have ever seen in person. 55" by 59"

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1930s Corduroy Vest Montana Jaycees Great Falls
Nice rare vest. Made from indigo corduroy. Has hand stitched patches on the back as shown.

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1930s Corduroy Vest Montana Jaycees Great Falls
Nice rare vest. Made from indigo corduroy. Has hand stitched patches on the back as shown.

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Vintage 90s Snap On Racing Sweatshirt
Nice graphic Snap On sweatshirt. Size XL.

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Vintage Peterbilt Trucker Jacket Spalding Size XL
Nice 90s hooded trucker jacket. Size is XL.

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Zapotec Mexico Indian Pattern Southwest Rug
Nice rug. Made by the Zapotec of Mexico to resemble a Navajo Rug. 41.5" by 69".

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Native American Indian Made Pine Needle Basket
6" tall. Made from Pine Needles.

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Antique Cheyenne Indian Beaded Moccasins
Nice old pair of Moccasins.

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Antique Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer
Very nice old piece. Signed as shown. Exterior has been cleaned at some point. Interior has great old patina. 6.5" diameter. 4.25" tall.

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20th Century Sioux Indian Beaded Doll
Very nice doll. Bead and quillwork. Human hair and bone hair pipe beads. 20th Century. 12" tall, 9" arm span.

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Antique Huron Native American Indian Snowshoes
Very nice old pair of snowshoes. Made by the Huron Indian Tribe. 36.5" long.

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20th Century Nez Perce Parfleche Spear Cover
Second half of the 20th Century. Painted Parfleche with Trade cloth borders.

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Chilean Vaquero Cowboy Spurs Maker Marked
Very nice pair of spurs. Maker marked in several areas as shown. Large and fancy. 8.25" long.

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Antique Green Painted Folk Art Whiskey Keg
9" tall, 6.5" diameter. Iron and leather strapping. Great old green paint. Handmade in the American West.

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Antique North and Judd Montana Cowboy Spurs
Nice old set of spurs. Marked as shown.