This catalog was put together after the success of the America's Gold Rushes Catalog . We simply had a lot of wonderful items which were very collectable but which did not really fit into the mold of Gold Rush-related categories. This catalog, then, is the result of years of collecting by many collectors – collectors who long ago understood the historical importance of rare western mining ephemera.
Our staff tremendously thanks all of you who so kindly support us through your interest in our goods. Our mission statement is to provide the best and most rare of Western Americana, and this catalog will exceed any expectations.
My research for the catalog has been assisted by several key persons (as well as all our staff), to which thanks is due: Steve Graham, Dan Owens, Bob Chandler, Eric Moody, Jacquie Sundstrand, Elizabeth Coachman, Al Adams Jr., Amy Baker, Carol Baker, Chris Martin, Brian Underdahl, and a few others who probably wish to remain anonymous.
Very special thanks to Don, Candace, Robin and Bill for encouraging me to explore my dreams.
Fred Holabird and staff
Holabird-Kagin Americana
Reno, Nevada
August 2008