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A beautiful Chinese embroidered silk dragon robe (likely Qing Dynasty) sold for $16,577, and a pair of Arthur Brett & Sons (England, founded 1870) marble-top chinoiserie cabinets gaveled for $5,142 at an Estates & Collections auction held November 14th by Ahlers & Ogletree, online and live in the Atlanta gallery. The sale showcased an exceptional collection of over 300 lots.

Featured in the sale were fine and decorative arts, 18th and 19th century furniture, Asian arts, sterling silver flatware sets, crystal stemware, classical bronze sculptures, chandeliers and more, sourced from distinguished estates in the southern U.S. Highlights included artworks by Hughes Claude Pissarro and Maximilien Luce, furniture by Francesco Molon, Reed & Barton silver, and Italian and Persian rugs.

The gorgeous Chinese embroidered silk dragon robe depicted three four-clawed dragons with flaming pearls, amongst emblems of the Eight Buddhist Treasures, on a brown ground above wave patterns. The robe, likely dating to the Qing Dynasty (1636-1911), measured 55 inches in height. It came into the auction with a $1,500-$2,500 estimate, but its $16,577 finish made it the sale’s runner-up top lot.

Top lot honors actually went to a lovely black 1997 Steinway Model M ebony baby grand piano with the maker's mark and serial number 548420 to the metal plate, having spade legs and accompanied by a Jansen black diamond tufted artist bench with Steinway & Sons logos. The piano cruised to $20,570.

The pair of Arthur Brett & Sons marble-top japanned black and gilt chinoiserie cabinets, which were apparently unmarked, featured a shaped top over two-door cabinets with foliate, rock and bird motif, raised on short cabriole legs with sabots. Each cabinet stood 33 inches tall by 37 ½ inches wide. The pre-sale estimate was $1,500-$2,500, but savvy bidders more than doubled that to $5,142.

Following are additional highlights from the auctions, which attracted around 20-30 people to the Atlanta gallery in-person on auction day. Internet bidding was provided by LiveAuctioneers.com, Invaluable.com and Ahlers & Ogletree’s platform, bid.AandOauctions.com. There were 18 phone bidders and 30 absentee bids recorded. All prices quoted include a 21 percent buyer’s premium.

An American (or European) second half 19th century. Renaissance Revival giltwood and composition arched overmantel mirror, having a scrolled anthemion crest and beaded detail, 67 inches tall by 63 inches wide, bested its $800-$1,600 pre-sale estimate by breezing to $5,142.

A Chinese 12-panel coromandel lacquer floor screen with carved decoration on two sides, the front side depicting parcel-gilt pavilions and court scenes surrounded by enclosed exotic animals and dragons, the reverse side with polychromed precious objects and floral motifs, commanded $3,932 against a pre-sale estimate of $1,200-$2,400. The screen was 108 inches tall by 228 inches wide.

A pair of circa 1870 Gothic Revival leaded figural polychrome painted and stained glass window panels, crafted in the manner of Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin (English, 1812-1852), depicting a gentleman and lady in medieval dress, both set in a wooden frame and the female panel measuring 37 inches tall by 19 ½ inches wide, realized $3,328, easily blowing past the $600-$800 estimate.

In all, there were around a dozen visually arresting stained glass windows and stained glass window panels in the sale. Sold was a circa 1900 American leaded polychrome stained glass floral window panel depicting a vase of flowers, with textured slag glass and jewels, in a wooden frame ($1,573).

A pair of Chinese pale green jadeite lidded dragon incense burners on pedestal feet, having a bowl-shaped body with dragon-head ring handles, the lid surmounted by a central dragon resting on three smaller beast head with rings, 4 ½ inches tall, made $1,573, besting its modest $200-$300 estimate.

Next up for Ahlers & Ogletree is a Modern Art & Design auction scheduled for Wednesday, December 4th, followed by a Winter Jewelry, Watches & Luxury Accessories auction the very next day, Thursday, December 5th. Both will be held online and live in the Atlanta gallery located at 1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW. Watch the website for more info as the sale dates approach.

To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree and the firm’s calendar of upcoming auction events, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. You can also follow A&O on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

About Ahlers & Ogletree:
Ahlers & Ogletree is always seeking quality consignments for future auctions. To consign a single item, an estate or a collection, you may call them directly at 404-869-2478; or, you can send them an e-mail, at consign@AandOauctions.com. To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. You can also follow A&O on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

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Pennsylvania, November 20, 2024 -- Beyond Business Virtual Assistants, a leading provider of expert virtual assistant services, is offering an exclusive Black Friday discount to help businesses improve efficiency and reduce costs as they prepare for the new year. From November 25 through November 29, 2024, companies can save up to 50% on hiring packages by using the promo code BLK-FRD-999 at checkout. This special offer is available until November 29, 2024, at 11:59 PM.

With businesses of all sizes seeking innovative ways to manage workloads without expanding full-time teams, Beyond Business Virtual Assistants offers a cost-effective solution. This Black Friday promotion enables businesses to access skilled virtual assistants for tasks ranging from administrative duties to customer service and social media management, all without the overhead costs of traditional employees.

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About Beyond Business Virtual Assistants:
Beyond Business Virtual Assistants is a leading provider of professional virtual assistant services, offering businesses of all sizes a flexible and cost-effective solution for administrative, operational, and creative support. From routine tasks to specialized services, Beyond Business Virtual Assistants matches clients with skilled professionals who are dedicated to helping them succeed. The company’s mission is to enable businesses to focus on what matters most while leaving the rest to their experienced virtual assistants.

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A 24-inch diameter White Rose Dealer petroliana sign, a 1930s Packard “Approved Service” 5-foot dealer sign, a 1945 Black Cat Cigarettes sign, and a circa 1907-1912 Chero Crush syrup dispenser are expected highlights in two days of online-only auctions slated for Saturday and Sunday, December 7th and 8th, by Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd.

The December 7th Petroliana & Soda Advertising auction will feature the Legendary Motorcar Collection and contains 320 lots of soda advertising, petroliana, coin-op and advertising signs.

“Saturday offers gas, oil and soda advertising and features the personal stash of Peter Klutt, the Canadian television personality and founder of Legendary Motorcar Company,” said Ethan Miller of Miller & Miller Auctions. Ltd. “Peter found some of the rarest petroliana and soda advertising while hosting his hit television series Dream Car Garage and many of these discoveries are offered in this sale.”

The December 8th Advertising & Historic Objects auction features the late John Michael Durrant collection and is packed with 265 lots of advertising signs, soda advertising, breweriana, fruit jars and general store collectibles.

“The Sunday sale featuring the collection of the late John Michael Durrant includes some of the rarest historical advertising and Canadian fruit jars to ever surface in Canada,” Mr. Miller said. “This sale includes many of the ‘holy grails’ in multiple categories of the Canadian advertising. Neither session should be missed.”

The Canadian 1940s White Rose Dealer sign is the rare 24-inch diameter double-sided version of one of Canada’s most recognizable petroliana signs. It’s marked “P&M” to the lower center edge of one side and is graded 8.75 on both sides – overall a superb example with excellent color and gloss. Accompanying the sign are correct teardrop hangers and wall bracket, plus wind support anchor and chains. The flange is 20 inches by 36 inches. The lot should bring $15,000-$18,000.

All estimates quoted in this report are in Canadian dollars. Also, all purchases are eligible for paid delivery to the Spring Dixie Gas & Oil Show, April 10-12, 2025 in Sevierville, Tennessee.

The American 1930s Packard ‘Approved Service’ double-sided porcelain sign is a stout 60 inches in diameter and is marked “Burdick, Chi” to the lower edge on one side. The sign is graded 8.5 and 8.75 and both sides are in very good condition. It’s been authenticated by The Authentication Company (TAC #400203) and carries a pre-sale estimate of $9,000-$12,000.

The Canadian 1945 single-sided porcelain sign for Black Cat Cigarettes, impressive at 49 ¾ inches by 47 ½ inches, is considered one of the nicest looking signs in Canadian advertising sign history. The Black Cat brand was first introduced in the UK by Carreras, Ltd. in 1904. It was named after a black cat that used to sleep in the window of the Carreras’s street shop. The sign is graded 8.25 and would display well in any collection. It’s expected to realize $12,000-$15,000.

The American circa 1907-1912 ceramic figural cherry red Chero Crush syrup dispenser is a piece that evokes memories of an era of drug store soda fountain nostalgia. It’s considered a holy grail in the world of syrup dispensers, as the Chero Crush was only in existence from 1907-1912. Just a handful have survived. It’s unknown if or when another one will come to market. The piece is untouched original, in very good condition, and should find a new owner for $12,000-$15,000.

A Canadian single-sided porcelain sign from the 1910s for Carhartt, Inc. – a heavy-duty work wear company founded in Detroit, Michigan in 1899 that within 20 years had expanded to other locations, including Canada – measures 18 inches by 72 inches and is graded near-perfect at 9.5, with superb color and gloss. It’s secured to the original frame with original fasteners and should find a new home for $9,000-$12,000. The sign is very collectible and is in magnificent condition.

A Canadian 1940s double-sided porcelain service station sign for McColl-Frontenac, 6 feet in diameter, is being offered subject to a reserve. The sign is graded 6.0 on one side and 6.5 on the other, and has undeniable condition issues. These include surface scratches, significant creases, porcelain loss and even bullet holes, Still, it’s a McColl Frontenac and should hit $7,500-$9,000.

A Canadian 1920s double-sided tin flange sign for Goodyear Tires Service Station, 27 ¼ inches by 18 inches, graded 8.25/8.0 and in very good condition, is estimated to reach $5,000-$7,000. The sign exhibits strong color and is marked, “Property of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. of Canada” on the inside flange. Also, it’s been authenticated by The Authentication Company.

A monumental 1936 Canadian Coca-Cola self-framed single-sided porcelain sign, 4 feet by 8 feet, marked “Property of the Coca-Cola Co of Canada Ltd” on the lower right edge, is expected to fetch $4,000-$6,000. The sign is graded 8.5 and is in good condition, although there are some losses, chalkiness, toning and chipping here and there. It carries an estimate of $4,000-$6,000.

Internet bidding will be through www.MillerandMillerAuctions.com, plus the popular bidding platform LiveAuctioneers.com. Here is a link to the Petroliana & Soda Advertising auction, on Saturday, December 7th: https://live.millerandmillerauctions.com/auctions/4-F6X5QE/petroliana-advertising

Here is a link to the Advertising & Historic Objects auction on Sunday, December 8th: https://live.millerandmillerauctions.com/auctions/4-F6X6JX/soda-general-store-advertising

This is an online-only auction. There will be no in-person event to attend, but bidders can tune in to the live webcast December 7th and 8th to watch lots close in real time. In-gallery previews will be held Wednesday thru Friday, December 4th thru 6th, from 12 o’clock noon ‘til 5pm Eastern time each day in the Miller & Miller showroom, at 59 Webster Street in New Hamburg, Ontario.

To learn more about Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. and the auctions on December 7th and 8th visit www.millerandmillerauctions.com.

About Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd.:
Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. is Canada’s trusted seller of high-value collections and is always accepting quality consignments. The firm specializes in watches and jewelry, art, antiques and high-value collectibles. Its mission is to provide collectors with a trusted place to buy and sell. To consign a single piece, an estate or a collection, you may call them at (519) 573-3710; or, you can e-mail them at info@millerandmillerauctions.com. To learn more about Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd., please visit www.millerandmillerauctions.com. Updates are posted frequently.

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Indianapolis, IN, USA, November 16, 2024 -- Items from the estate of George McGinnis (1950-2023) – an ABA and NBA Hall of Fame basketball player and one of Indiana’s most celebrated athletes – will come up for bid in an auction slated for Saturday, November 30th, starting at 3pm Eastern time, by Ripley Auctions, based in Indianapolis.

The auction is live online, but the Ripley Auctions gallery will be open to in-person bidding. The gallery is located at 5451 North Rural Street in Indianapolis. Here is a direct link to the auction catalog with all 133 lots: https://bit.ly/McGinnisEstateAtRipleyAuctions

"George McGinnis was not just a basketball player; he was a legend who embodied the spirit of Indiana basketball," said Dan Ripley, CEO of Ripley Auctions. "We are honored to present this collection that spans his remarkable career and life."

The auction will offer basketball enthusiasts and collectors a rare opportunity to own pieces of basketball history from one of basketball’s brightest stars. Featured will be an impressive array of McGinnis's personal effects and career memorabilia, to include the following:

Two ABA championship rings; a Hall of Fame ring; a 1975 ABA MVP trophy; a 1969 State Championship ring; a personalized Rolex watch; a 1975 Game Presentation basketball; a 1971 Indiana University letter jacket; a Hall of Fame induction jacket; signed basketballs and photographs; and personal awards and trophies. In all, 133 lots will come up for bid.

The ABA championship rings are expected to be of particular interest to collectors and fans.

George McGinnis passed away in December of last year at age 73. He left an indelible mark on the sport of basketball. His illustrious career included two ABA championships with the Indiana Pacers and All-Star selections in both the ABA and NBA.

McGinnis was a true Indiana basketball icon, from his days as Indiana Mr. Basketball to his stellar career with the Indiana Pacers. His contributions to the sport were recognized with his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2017.

George McGinnis was born in Alabama but he grew up in Indianapolis, where he attended Washington High School. His team went undefeated (31-0) in 1968-1969 and won the state championship. McGinnis set an Indiana state tournament scoring record with 148 points in his final four games and he was named Mr. Basketball for the state of Indiana that year.

At Indiana University in Bloomington, McGinnis became the first sophomore to lead the Big Ten in scoring and rebounding, and averaged 29.9 points per game. It was good enough a season to launch his basketball career, as he joined the Indiana Pacers in 1971 and became one of the marquee players of the ABA.

McGinnis made his NBA debut in 1976 with the Philadelphia 76ers, where he played alongside Julius Erving and Caldwell Jones and was selected to two All-Star games in his three seasons with the team. He went on to play with the Denver Nuggets (1979-1980) and then again with the Indiana Pacers (1980-1982), where he finished out his outstanding, 11-season career.

As chronicled in the feature-length documentary film The Waiting Game, the American Basketball Association (ABA), which was formed in 1967 and quickly became known for its trademark red, white and blue basketballs and flashy half-time entertainment, merged with the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 1976.

Four teams were swallowed up in the NBA expansion: the Indiana Pacers, the Denver Nuggets, the San Antonio Spurs and the New Jersey Nets. George McGinnis was one of the star players on the Pacers who transitioned beautifully to the NBA and went on to enjoy a brilliant career.

Sadly, The Waiting Game told the story of many of the forgotten pioneering players of the ABA who got frozen out following the ABA-NBA merger. These men suffered tremendous medical and financial hardship, and their plight would later be addressed by the small Indianapolis-based non-profit group the Dropping Dimes Foundation, which sought to assist them.

Dropping Dimes was formed in 2014 by three men: John Abrams, Scott Tarter and Ted Green. Along with former Pacers star Mel Daniels, the men made it their mission to help the players and families of the defunct ABA. Their efforts bore fruit when, in July 2022, the NBA board of governors agreed to pay $24.5 million to former ABA players, many of whom were struggling to pay rent, medical bills and buy the basic necessities to live.

The world premiere of The Waiting Game was held October 18th in The Toby Theater at Newfields in Indianapolis, as part of the Heartland International Film Festival. Former ABA players and sports legends were in attendance. The film was described as “a human dignity and social justice story wrapped in sports clothing.”

An auction preview will be held on auction day, November 30th, in the Ripley Auctions gallery located at 5451 North Rural Street in Indianapolis, with doors opening at 2pm Eastern time, or by appointment. Dropping Dimes will be hosting a meet-and-greet at 2pm.

In addition to the Ripley Auctions website, online bidding will also be available at LiveAuctioneers.com, Invaluable.com and Auctionzip.com. Phone and absentee bids will also be taken.

For more information about the November 30th auction of items from the estate of George McGinnis, catalog requests, or to schedule a preview appointment, please contact Ripley Auctions at (317) 251-5635 or visit www.ripleyauctions.com/online-auctions/

About Ripley Auctions:
Ripley Auctions is a premier auction house specializing in fine art, antiques, jewelry and memorabilia. With over 30 years of experience, Ripley Auctions has established itself as a trusted name in the industry, known for its expertise and commitment to excellence. Ripley Auctions is always accepting quality consignments for future auctions. To inquire about consigning an item, an estate or collection, call (317) 251-5635; or, you can e-mail them at sales@ripleyauctions.com. For more information about Ripley Auctions, visit www.ripleyauctions.com.

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New Hamburg, ON, Canada, November 16, 2024 -- Two early 20th century toys by the elite German maker Gunthermann sold for a combined $39,530 and a 1930s toy delivery cart by the German maker Saalheimer & Strauss realized $18,880 in two days of online-only auctions held November 8th and 9th by Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. Together, the two auctions grossed a robust $468,961.

All prices quoted in this report include an 18 percent buyer’s premium and are in Canadian dollars.

The November 8th auction was dedicated entirely to toys. November 9th had Canadiana, toys, historic objects, clocks, canes, firearms, ammunition, and advertising. Both sales featured items from the outstanding Phil Barnett Collection and attracted widespread interest from diverse collectors.

“Rare German toys by Gunthermann, Tipp & Co., Lehmann and others soared well beyond expectations, with some obscurities that set records,” said Ethan Miller of Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. “Lehmann toys in particular exceeded expectations.”

Mr. Miller added, “Phil sourced most of this collection from primary sources. There was a lot of fresh content, and it had collectors buzzing.” There was plenty of buzz as well the following day, on November 9th, in a separate sale that featured Canadiana, toys and historic objects (with more from the Phil Barnett collection), plus clocks, canes, firearms and ammunition, and advertising.

The overall top lot of the two days was an extremely rare circa 1920 lithographed tin eight-man scull with coxswain toy made by Gunthermann. The magnificent large toy (29 inches in length) depicted a racing team in blue and white uniforms on a light brown scull. It sold for $21,240.

The other Gunthermann item was a scarce circa 1905-1910 lithographed tin Coupe Gordon Bennet No. 5 race car. It’s a toy that rarely comes to auction and is found in some of the world’s finest toy collections and museums. It bested its $10,000 high estimate by gaveling for $18,290.

The lithographed tin delivery cart made by Saalheimer & Strauss was in very good condition. The company boasted in its 1932 catalog: “Our motorcycles are steerable and with dust-tight built-in rear wheel. The coaches are removable.” The toy was marked, “Made in Germany”.

Following are additional highlights from the two auctions. A total of 750 online bidders placed a combined 9,603 bids. Internet bidding was facilitated by LiveAuctioneers.com and the Miller & Miller Auctions website. Every lot sold and 70 percent or more of the top 50 lots exceeded estimates. The Nov. 8 sale grossed $126,702. The Nov. 9 sale grossed $342,259.

An American Kentucky flintlock rifle made by Nicholas Hawk (1782-1844, Monroe County, Pa.), .46 calibre, with a barrel length of 31 ½ inches signed “Nicholas Hawk Gunsmith” in script on a brass inlay, brought $8,850. Hawk built a reputation for producing high-quality firearms.

A German 1930s lithographed tin T-694 toy motorcycle with sidecar, made by Tipp & Co., a company known for their high-quality and realistic toys, fetched $15,340, against a $3,000 high estimate. It was a great display piece, with excellent gloss and color, and was tested and working.

Two very different lots sold for identical prices of $7,670. One was a circa 1900 taxidermied example of a now-extinct male Passenger Pigeon (the last one died in 1914), secured to a wood branch perch on a wood plinth. It was recently taken from a late 19th century taxidermy diorama.

The other was a 1920s American-made Buddy “L” pressed steel toy passenger bus, made by the Moline Pressed Steel Company in Illinois. The founder of the company (Fred Lundahl) wanted to make toys that were new, different and durable for his son Arthur (nicknamed "Buddy").

A Georges Carette tinplate open limousine, made in Germany in the 1910s, a hard-to-find toy in any condition, climbed to $6,490 against a $2,500 high estimate. This Georges Carette open limousine was made during a period when toys based on fine cars were only for the very rich.

A toy Ford Edsel, made in Japan in the 1950s by the Asahi Toy Company (ATC), chugged off for $4,720. Asahi was a major post-war maker of mechanical toys with a specific emphasis on scale-like models of then-contemporary vehicles, also best known for their Santa Claus logo.

A rare futuristic-looking car manufactured in Germany in the 1940s by Blomer & Schueler rang up $2,950. The "Flugzeug Auto" Aero Car No. 500, with the original box and 7 ¾ inch wingspan, was marked "Made in US-Zone Germany" on the underside of the car and the box.

A German Tipp & Co. motorcycle with sidecar, made in the 1930s, achieved $2,950, against a high estimate of $1,200. The 10 ½ inch long toy was marked with the Tipp & Co. logo on both sides of gas tank, marked "Made in Germany" and marked "Dunlop Cord" on the wheels.

A GAMA 300 light metallic blue toy Cadillac, made in West Germany in the 1950s, had a high estimate of $500 but made $2,655. GAMA is an acronym for "George Adam MAngold", the founder of the company. The 12 ½ inch long car was all original, including the hubcaps.

To watch a brief YouTube video of some of the auction highlights, click this link: https://youtu.be/p21pcE0fk3A

Miller & Miller will ring out the old and ring in the new with three online-only auctions:

- December 7: Petroliana & Advertising

- December 8: Soda & General Store Advertising

- January 25: Pre-1980 Sports Cards & Memorabilia

To learn more about Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. and their calendar of upcoming auctions, visit www.millerandmillerauctions.com.

About Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd.:
Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. is Canada’s trusted seller of high-value collections and is always accepting quality consignments. The firm specializes in watches and jewelry, art, antiques and high-value collectibles. Its mission is to provide collectors with a trusted place to buy and sell. To consign a single piece, an estate or a collection, you may call them at (519) 573-3710; or, you can e-mail them at info@millerandmillerauctions.com. To learn more about Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. and their calendar of upcoming auctions, visit www.millerandmillerauctions.com.

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Reno, NV, USA, November 11, 2024 -- Holabird Western Americana Collections’ massive, seven-day Autumn Gold Auction planned for November 21st thru 27th is bursting with more than 4,300 lots in a wide selection of unique items and rare collectibles that includes numismatics, gold, minerals, fine art, antique furniture, political memorabilia, philatelic, jewelry, toys, tokens, medals and more.

It will be a hybrid sale of sorts. The first four days (Nov. 21-24) will be held online and live in Holabird’s gallery located at 3555 Airway Drive (Suite 308) in Reno. The last three days (Nov. 25-27) will be an online-only, automated timed sale, with absentee bidding in advance as usual. The bidding on each lot will end and close after there has been no bidding for about 20 seconds.

“This is one of our largest auctions, moving into new territory in the field of Americana, with thousands of lots,” said Fred Holabird, the president and owner of Holabird Western Americana Collections. “Opening bids range from about $40 to $10,000 or more.” To manage their way through the catalog, Holabird recommends viewing the table of contents in the Virtual Catalog.

That can be accomplished by logging on to https://online.pubhtml5.com/esfe/ntoe/#p=1. Online bidding is on iCollector.com, Invaluable.com, Auctionzip.com and LiveAuctionbeers.com. Start times all seven days are 8am Pacific time. As for what’s in the auction, Mr. Holabird said there is “just about everything imaginable. You name it, it’s probably in the sale in one form or another.”

One lot in particular expected to draw keen bidder interest will come on Day 4. It’s lot #4001, the Carson City (Nev.) Branch Mint Troemmer special bullion balance scale used from 1870-1893. The 31-inch-tall balance was built into a waist-high table for ease of use at the Mint. The set, with two framed signs, was on display at the Nugget Casino in Nevada for about 70 years. It’s the most important numismatic artifact to surface in many decades (est. $25,000-$50,000).

Along with the scales is lot 4000: John Ascuaga’s solid silver pig he was presented, honoring his involvement in the 25th Nugget Rib Cookoff, the largest such event in the world, held in 2013. Artist Brad Rude was commissioned in 2013 by Ascuaga's Nugget Casino and Resort to create the figural ingot, which weighs 102 troy silver ounces and should hammer for $10,000-$15,000.

Crystalline gold and nuggets from identifiable locations all over the West in two collections will come up for bid. One collection comes from the “Nugget Ace” who may well be the best nugget metal detectorist in America. He specialized in gold from the Inyo County region. Having found more than 6,000 nuggets over the past 50 years, he has brought Holabird many significant finds.

“I’ve included online a copy of an 1870 map of the Alabama Hills showing gold prospects,” Mr. Holabird said. “Some of the locations were found by members of the famous Manley Death Valley ‘49er party. There are nearly 100 lots of gold specimens and nuggets.” A nice collection of US gold coins, many graded MS65 (and an important ingot) highlight the numismatic section.

Session 7, on the auction’s final day, will feature two major philatelic collections, plus a dozen or more smaller collections – perfect for the expert collector as well as the beginner. Several of these collections were collected prior to World War I and include seldom seen rarities. The session also includes worldwide and domestic covers, first day covers and philatelic collectibles.

Several collections of significance in the way of firearms and related items have arrived, and all are in Session 2 (on Friday, Nov. 22). One is part of the large Guenther Collection, which includes original Main & Winchester leather goods and advertising, holsters and more. Other items complement the section, including several knife collections. View the catalog for all lots.

As in past Holabird auctions, the militaria section is again huge, completing a major offering the firm started two auctions ago that has been very popular. It offers material from the Revolutionary War, the Civil War and the two World Wars. There are too many things in there that are fantastic to name. Photographs, posters, documents, autographs, books. … it’s all here.

The postcard collecting hobby has picked up in recent times and is becoming more and more popular, as collectors discover that they can have 100-130-year-old postcards from their favorite locations or topics. Holabird has been on the cutting edge of this trend, as the post card category continues to offer a wonderful Ohio collection which it began selling in the last two auctions.

The sale includes a nice collection of original cast iron and “tin” toys from a significant old collection in very good condition, in Sessions 1 (Thursday) and 5 (Monday). There are also may children’s wooden toys from the early 1900s and before. The Native Americana session contains more of a great jewelry collection, plus several artifact collections that are inclusive of fine art.

The Fine Art session, on Day 1 (Nov. 21), will showcase a wonderful offering from several collections, inclusive of numerous Salvador Dali signed pieces, plus a good array of Western art. As for antique photography, there are selections from three significant collections, to include ambrotypes, daguerreotypes and more, as well as a collection of pre-Civil War hardshell cases.

The general store, advertising, furniture and antiques categories span many sessions. Featured is a collection of wonderful general store advertising goods, and another of about 50 pieces of circa 1910-1940 oak furniture in fine condition, priced very reasonably. Also included are antique glass hanging lamps. There will be a special on-site preview day for this section, by appointment.

Holabird has tried to find new ways to organize the general Americana material to make it easier to find. Folks should consult the Table of Contents that can be found in the Virtual Catalog. It is very easy to use the search commands in the Virtual Catalog. Also, attention Ohio collectors: don’t miss out on the major Ohio document and more collections in various catalog sections.

“We’ve implemented some new auction methods to continue selling quality collectibles in more than 60 collecting genres, as well as expose collectors to new collecting areas they may not have been familiar with,” Mr. Holabird pointed out. “It makes collecting fun and educational. Also, we are great at getting and developing new collectors, a critical element in all collecting fields.”

In addition to internet bidding, telephone and absentee bids will also be accepted. Color catalogs are available by calling 1-844-492-2766, or 775-851-1859. Anyone owning a collection that might fit into a Holabird Western Americana Collections auction is encouraged to get in touch. The company has agents all over America and will travel to inspect most worthy collections.

To learn more about Holabird Western Americana Collections and the seven-day, Autumn Gold Auction planned for November 21st thru the 27th, beginning at 8 am Pacific time each day, please visit www.holabirdamericana.com.

About Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC:
Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC is always seeking new and major collections to bring to market. It prides itself as being a major source for selling Americana at the best prices obtainable, having sold more than any other similar company in the past decade alone. The firm will have its entire sales database online soon, at no cost – nearly 200,000 lots sold since 2014. To consign a single piece or a collection, you may call Fred Holabird at 775-851-1859 or 844-492-2766; or, send an e-mail to fredholabird@gmail.com. To learn more about Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC, please visit www.holabirdamericana.com.

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“There is a special esteem that military families attribute to military chaplains,” notes Rabbi Harold Robinson, Ch, RADM, USN, (Ret.), a long term and former military chaplain. “We believe that as part of Joe Biden’s legacy, he would appreciate the completion of the tribute to military chaplains as planned for Arlington National Cemetery. We encourage support to get this done.”

As we celebrate Veterans Day, it is a worthy time to mention that the project is an effort to add the 81 names of the Protestant and Catholic Memorials on Chaplains Hill on Section 2 of Arlington National Cemetery. This would honor and include the chaplains who died in service from Korea to Iraq and Afghanistan.
 
The National Conference on Ministry to the Armed Forces (NCMAF), NCMAF’s membership is comprised of nearly 150 religious organizations who endorse military and Veterans Affairs hospital chaplains.

The enhancement of the Memorials has been endorsed by the American Legion Executive Committee, the Association of the US Army, the Vietnam Veterans of America, the Navy League Council of NY.

Approved by two acts of Congress, with staunch support from both sides of the aisle, and signed by President Biden, the National Defense Authorization Acts of 2021 and 20222 contained a passage providing the NCMAF authority to upgrade this monument. The office of the Secretary of the Army, which has oversight of Arlington Cemetery, has not implemented the directives of Congress and the approval of the President.

In 2011, the National Conference on Ministry to the Armed Forces (NCMAF) led the effort to donate a monument to Jewish chaplains on Arlington Cemetery section two. The committee then proposed to upgrade the Protestant Memorial with a granite headstone, replacing the crumbling concrete headstone and making a new bronze plaque that included the missing chaplain’s names. This committee has diligently, respectfully, and repeatedly sought to upgrade the memorial at no cost to the taxpayers.  Yet, no action has been taken to update the monuments.

NCMAF has the financing and materials to update the monument at no cost to the Government or Arlington Cemetery. It would replace the aging concrete Protestant Chaplains Monument with a new granite piece in the same shape and size as the current one. The Dignity Memorial Company has agreed to donate the new granite monument and provide installation.

Three military religious leaders call for action.

“It is disconcerting and disappointing that this project has stalled. Given the authorization on Capitol Hill and the consent of The White House, the Secretary of the Army and her department has not approved this effort to secure the memory of our fallen clergy,” said The Right Reverend Derek Jones, Bishop of the Armed Forces & Chaplaincy and Chair of the NCMAF Board of Directors. “The President and Congress have indicated they want to honor these heroes.”

Rabbi Harold Robinson, Ch, RADM, USN, (Ret.) shared, “There is no question that the American people value and appreciate the brave efforts of our fallen chaplains.  The NCMAF strongly urges officials at Arlington Cemetery and the Secretary of the Army comply with the law and honor the brave religious leaders who paid the ultimate sacrifice.”

“At this somber time of Veterans Day, it seems appropriate to secure the memory of these fallen military chaplains who paid the ultimate price with their lives,” said Father Robert R. Cannon, Ch, Col, USAF (Ret.), Catholic representative to the NCMAF.

To urge your congressperson to take action, visit https://tinyurl.com/5n6u87v6.

The National Conference on Ministry to the Armed Forces (NCMAF) is the umbrella organization for 150 U.S. faith groups and the professional clergy representatives who endorse Military and V.A. chaplains. It has erected several monuments on Chaplains Hill in Arlington National Cemetery honoring chaplains who have perished while in our Nation’s service. During the last 75 years, monuments were placed to honor Roman Catholic and Jewish chaplains, reflecting the ongoing sacrifice of these warriors of faith. More information about the NCMAF, visit the organization’s website https://www.ncmaf.com/ or the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NCMAF

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Melbourne, VIC, Australia, Nov 8, 2024 -- Emerging as one of the freshest voices in the Australian hip-hop and R&B scene, Zanda Elwood launches his debut album, Amongst Da Khaos, an evocative 22-track journey through the chaos, struggles, and triumphs that define his life. Released on October 24, 2024. The album has now streamed over 100,000 times, with the lead single reaching 47,000 plays.. With a mix of poetic storytelling and intense emotion, Amongst Da Khaos has found resonance among audiences who value authenticity in music.

Amongst Da Khaos explores Elwood’s journey with unflinching honesty, drawing listeners into his world of hardship, resilience, and growth. As a hip-hop and R&B artist with a unique voice, Elwood’s music is a raw testament to turning pain into a power theme that threads through each track. From addressing mental health struggles to the challenges of self-discovery, he crafts a space for listeners who have faced adversity and are searching for music that speaks to their journeys.

"Amongst Da Khaos is more than just music; it's a raw, unfiltered look at my journey. Every track reflects a piece of who I am and the battles I've faced to get here," Elwood shares. Amongst Da Khaos captures the trials and triumphs of a young artist determined to make his mark by staying true to his roots.

Each track invites listeners into an intensely personal narrative. The album's final track, See Through, concludes with the line, "Alright, let's go," a powerful message Elwood describes as a call to his younger self to keep pushing forward. This statement encapsulates the ethos of the entire album, affirming that despite the challenges and chaos, resilience is the path forward.

With a solid fanbase in Australia and an emerging audience in the United States, Zanda Elwood is poised to make a lasting impact internationally. His work not only connects with hip-hop enthusiasts but also resonates with listeners who seek meaningful storytelling. As an artist dedicated to authenticity, Elwood aspires to reach audiences through independent music blogs, urban culture platforms, and media outlets that focus on mental health and real-life experiences. Amongst Da Khaos, it is a compelling piece for those navigating their journeys of healing and self-discovery.

A Unique Blend of Poetry, Journalism, and Therapy

Describing his music as "pure poetry, journalism, and therapy all in one," Elwood invites his listeners to experience music that is both thought-provoking and healing. The chaos of his life is translated into tracks that serve as both a soundtrack and a message for those who feel alone in their struggles. He emphasizes, "I want listeners to feel the reality of these struggles and to know they’re not alone."

With Amongst Da Khaos, Elwood is not only making music but also building a bridge with others who have faced similar challenges. His unguarded storytelling style and willingness to address topics like mental health are winning the attention of listeners and critics alike.

Listeners can dive into Zanda Elwood’s journey by streaming Amongst Da Khaos on Spotify, following his work on Instagram, or exploring his artist profile on Spotify.

About Zanda Elwood:
Australian hip-hop and R&B artist Zanda Elwood emerges as a distinctive voice in today’s music scene, combining storytelling with a deep sense of purpose. His debut album, Amongst Da Khaos, introduces listeners to an artist who draws from personal experience to craft meaningful and reflective music. With a style that resonates on an emotional level, Elwood’s songs provide both connection and comfort, making him an artist to watch as he continues to build his presence.

For media inquiries, interview requests, or further information about Amongst Da Khaos, please contact:
Zanda Elwood
mngr.zanda@gmail.com or zanda.music@gmail.com
@zandaelwood
+61 411 801 130 or +61 451 306 446

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JG.Limited’s online-only auction titled Collecting Camelot: The Kennedy Legacy features a diverse selection of autographs, photographs, art and ephemera related to John F. Kennedy, Jacqueline Kennedy and the Kennedy family and associates. The catalog is online now (at www.JG.Limited). The sale ends on Tuesday, November 26th, at 8:30 pm Eastern time.

“This auction is particularly meaningful to us, as Boston is the birthplace of President John F. Kennedy and the Kennedy family’s enduring legacy, said Jared A. Gendron, founder and president of JG.Limited. “Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of handling many important collections and estates, including those from individuals who were close to the Kennedys.”

Mr. Gendron added, “This collection of rare autographs, photography and historical artifacts is a reflection of the lasting impact the Kennedy family has had on our city and our nation. We’re honored to bring these unique pieces to auction and share them with collectors who appreciate their historical significance.”

Lot #1 is an autographed first edition copy of Kennedy’s book Profiles in Courage, inscribed to JFK’s close friend and aide Dave Powers. The copy is likely one of the finest association-signed copies of the book ever to come to market. Kennedy writes: "To my old pal Dave Powers who is noted for his Courage if not his Profile, With best regards, John Kennedy." (est. $6,500-$8,500).

Lot #2 is a first edition copy of the book, Jacqueline Kennedy: A Biography, signed by Jackie in bold black ink on the first free endpaper. Affixed to the inner front cover is a collector's label noting, "This copy of Jacqueline Kennedy was signed by the subject, Jacqueline Kennedy in the lobby of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Boston, Mass. at 12:10am Oct. 18, 1966." (est. $1,250-$1,500).

Lot #4 is JFK’s evening itinerary for Feb. 3, 1961, handwritten by his devoted secretary Evelyn Lincoln, with a whimsical handwritten doodle Kennedy added in the upper left corner, a nod to Kennedy’s casual creativity. The itinerary notes that on the 3rd of that month, JFK was set to attend a screening of the film Spartacus with his friend Paul "Red" Fay. (est. $1,200-$1,500).

Lot #7 is a Jackie Kennedy collection of six handwritten letters and notation pages, all typed and penned on White House stationery and written for Kennedy secretary Mary B. Gallagher. They include references to Kennedy doctors including Janet Travell, Caroline's school play, photos, paintings, "Clipper's diet and all his pills to take to Dog School" and more (est. $1,500-$2,000).

Lot #159 is a CAG-encapsulated swatch of blood-stained blue leather upholstery removed from JFK's presidential limousine after his 1963 assassination. The leather fragment came from the blood-stained rear seat of the presidential limousine, a modified, royal blue 1961 Lincoln Continental convertible, given Secret Service code name SS-100-X. (est. $3,000-$3,500).

Lot #224 is an original compete stapled ledger from September 1962, featuring bills, receipts, and correspondence related to White House expenses. The ledger contains 62 individual entries and receipts, along with detailed summary pages that outline expenses for groceries, fashion, marine services, animal care, pharmaceuticals, and other daily essentials (est. $3,500-$4,000).

Lot #5 is a typewritten letter signed by then-U.S. Senator John F. Kennedy and addressed to Edmund B. Sullivan, a Democratic activist from Chestnut Hill, Mass. The letter, dated April 14, 1954, exemplifies the close-knit political networks of the time and reflects JFK's commitment to strengthening Democratic Party ties in Massachusetts and beyond the state. (est.$1,500-$2,000).

Lot #6 is another 1954 typed letter signed by Senator Kennedy, this one addressed to Mr. Paul J. Showstark, Director of Photography at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston. In the letter, Kennedy acknowledges receipt of Showstark's correspondence concerning his interest in immigration matters for his wife's family in Italy. Included is a JSA letter of authenticity (est. $1,250-$1,500).

Lot #133 is a Type 1, PSA-encapsulated 8 inch by 10 inch original photograph of President Kennedy’s State Funeral, taken by Abbie Rowe, in near-fine condition. The photo depicts First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy alongside her brother-in-law Robert F. Kennedy. Abbie Rowe was an official White House photographer for five administrations, from 1941-1967. (est. $450-$750).

Lot #225 is a scarce, original "No Parking" metal street sign, 12 inches by 18 inches," from the "Presidential Inauguration" of John F. Kennedy at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 20, 1961. The patriotically colored sign features bold red and blue text which reads: "Presidential Inauguration, No Parking, Midnight January 19 to Midnight January 20, 1961." (est. $600-$750).

Bidders please take note: 30-minute extended bidding starts on Tuesday, November 26th at 8pm Eastern time. Starting then, the clock will reset for another 30 minutes each time a bid is placed on an individual lot. The 30-minute clock reset is unique for each lot, with every lot going into its own unique countdown during extended bidding.

To learn more about JG.Limited and the Collecting Camelot: The Kennedy Legacy auction online now and ending on Tuesday, November 26th, or to register online to start bidding and buying, please visit www.JG.Limited.

About JG.Limited:
While its business is rooted in the past, JG.Limited is focused on – and welcomes – the future. It harnesses modern technology through a custom developed and designed website. In addition, the company’s Android and Apple apps allow bidders to participate in regularly scheduled auctions; register, preview, watch, and bid from tablet or mobile devices – all with the press of a button. To learn more, please visit www.JG.Limited.

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19th century American art and American Impressionism drove stellar results in Shannon’s fall auction held October 24th. The sale totaled over $3 million, with 80 percent of the 183 lots sold.

Milford, CT, USA, November 6, 2024 -- 19th century American art and American Impressionism drove stellar results in Shannon’s fall auction held October 24th. The sale totaled over $3 million, with 80 percent of the 183 lots selling. A new world auction record was set for Alfred T. Bricher for $337,500 (all prices reported include the buyer’s premium).

The Bricher painting, titled Morning at Narragansett - The Turn of the Tide, was executed in 1871 and depicted a family group playing along the seashore under silvery, Luminist light. It was no surprise that the large, 20 inch by 41inch canvas attracted significant attention from Rhode Island collectors and ultimately returned there after competitive bidding.

“It is very exciting to have achieved a new world record price at auction for one of my all-time favorite artists,” commented Sandra Germain, owner of Shannon’s Fine Art Auctioneers.

The strength of the 19th century American art offerings was evident leading up to the auction and proven in the strong results. Another Rhode Island painting of Newport by Hudson River School artist Thomas Worthington Whittredge sold for $112,500. The painting will accompany the Bricher on their way to a private Rhode Island collection.

Other strong results for 19th century American art included a George Inness landscape from 1875 that sold for $101,600; a large William Bradford in remarkably good condition that sold for $93,750; and an exemplary Jasper F. Cropsey of Autumn at Greenwood Lake that sold for $81,250.

American Impressionism did not fall far behind, with exceptional fresh-to-the-market offerings. A classic Edward Henry Potthast of children playing at the beach more than doubled the high estimate, selling for $187,500. An Ernest Lawson of a boathouse in the winter on the Harlem River sold for $125,000. The composition of that work is closely related to a larger painting of the same subject in the National Gallery.

Connecticut Impressionist Willard Leroy Metcalf painted The Road that Leads Home, an impressive 30 inch by 30 inch canvas that sold for $100,000. Continuing their success selling paintings by Frederick C. Frieseke, Shannon’s sold The Rose Gown from 1915 for $100,000.

A rare early Modernist view of a Grand Canyon landscape by Arthur Wesley Dow sold for $100,000. The year this work was painted, in 1913, Dow exhibited a total of 17 Grand Canyon landscapes. These rare landscapes are among his most prized works. Dow famously taught Georgia O’Keeffe and is known as an influential teacher to many American Modernists.

Late 20th century abstract works by Emily Mason saw a flurry of activity, both on the phones and online. A total of five works were offered, led by two oil paintings. The largest sold for $93,750. Titled Three Musicians, the 50 inch by 48 inch canvas was full of Mason’s characteristic unique colors and layered pigments. A second oil painting, titled Sudden Morn, sold for $68,750.

Commenting on the quality of lots in the auction, Ms. Germain said, “We have spent several years working to create trusting relationships with our clients and are always excited to bring high quality, fresh-to-the-market works to auction. The results were encouraging for us but also for the market more broadly, and we are thrilled with the results.”

For the full results and more information about the October 24th auction, please visit www.shannons.com or follow them on social media. Shannon’s will host an online auction in January followed by another fine art auction in the spring. Consignments are invited year-round.

About Shannon's Fine Art Auctioneers:
Shannon’s prides itself on providing each client with personalized service, educating consignors and buyers on fine art, the auction process, and market trends. Their targeted marketing plan for each piece of art they sell is unsurpassed in the industry, which has enabled the auction house to maintain its 85% sell-through rate. Each year, Shannon’s hosts two cataloged fine art auctions in the Spring and Fall. These sales feature 200+ lots of paintings, drawings, fine prints, and sculpture from the 19th century through Contemporary. To learn more, visit www.shannons.com.