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Helm’s Native American & Tribal Showdown Is Coming May 18th

Helm’s Native American & Tribal May Showdown catalog contains a life-time collection of Hohokam artifacts from Arizona, as well as Native American artifacts such as Navajo weavings and Pueblo pottery, Pre-Columbian artifacts, and other pre-historic items such as arrowheads and other stone tools. Also included are Asian, Oceanic and African tribal artifacts. This catalog also includes Native American and Mexican jewelry from the 20th century as well as many other items to include blades, antique weapons, art and Western Americana. The live auction is slated for May 18th, 2019 with over 300 lots hitting the auction block.

Lot 153 offers a beautiful Large Oil on Canvas by Douglas Weaver. It is a fine depiction of Geronimo and in good condition.  Bidders must see the images in the online catalog.  This piece comes in a wood frame and measures 23” by 35”.  It is signed and dated by the late artist. This high estimate for this piece is $12000.

Lot 332 is a featured basket coming through the auction.  Bidders can grab a Northern California Twine Basket that is opening for bidding at only $100.  It is made of glass and wire rim and measures 7” by 5”.  The condition is good with only some minor wear. Bid  Today!

Lot 336 is an attention grabbing and rare Olmec White Human Masktette opening for bidding at only $800.  This pre Columbian item is made of quartzite and measures 2 ½’ by 2 1’2” by 1 ½”.  It is from Rio Pesquero, Veracruz, Mexico and Helm is offering a COA for the winning bidder.  In very good condition, the images are a worthwhile viewing in the online catalog.

Helm Auctions show their auctions live from El Cajon, California.  The event will begin for live bidding around 10:15AM Pacific Time on Saturday May 18th, 2019    Absentee bidding is available now and bidders can join the live auction from any internet enabled device. Helm Auctions had dedicated exceptional attention to this auction and will be able to answer all questions about individual items.  The entire catalog is available today with photos and detailed descriptions ready for browsing.

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