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FAR 703 - Treasured Troutville Estate

We proudly present the estate of Lucas Snipes, a longtime resident of Troutville, Va. This auction truly has something for everyone. Mr. Snipes had a love the Boy Scout of America and the great outdoors as reflected by his collection of Boy Scouts gear and memorabilia, hiking equipment, tents, lanterns, and survival gear. Among the many treasures you will find telescopes, Henkel Harris bedroom suite and cabinets, a Husqvarna Snowblower, Sentry Fire Safe, two John Deere lawn mowers and a slew of accessories, some unopened. Mr. Snipes had an affinity for model trains and music. There are many Lionel train sets and track as well as accessories. Check out the Turntables, Boom Boxes, Cassettes, 8Tracks and Vinyl Records galore. There is an impressive art collections featuring original pieces and prints from local NRV artists such as P. Buckley Moss, Patrick Branch and Terry Lyons. Other incredible finds include Sterling Silver, Coins, 14k Gold Jewelry, and some wrought iron sets from Roanoke's own Twist & Turn Mfg. History buffs will want to check out the 1793 Commissary Note Signed by William Henry Harrison. Take a look for yourself and fall in love with something. ***Please note, we reserve the right to request certified funds or cash for any one purchased lot or if invoice total sum is $1000 or greater.
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19% buyer's premium will be added to the final high bid for each lot. Lots begin closing at 6:00 PM, with 8 lots closing every 2 minutes. SHIPPING UPDATE-Shipping to be handled by The Packaging Store of Roanoke, VA. Call or email their offices at 540-772-0999 or va203@gopackagingstore.com. Visa and MC Registration.
Antique Stoneware Gallon Jug With Handle and Blue Cobalt Wings
Crazing present but color is vibrant. Handle is a bit scuffed. Cork is still present. Wonderful piece. - Lot 1 Dimension: 7.5W 11H
  • $10.00
  • Antique Stoneware Gallon Jug With Handle and Blue Cobalt Wings
    Lot 1 - Crazing present but color is vibrant. Handle is a bit scuffed. Cork is still present. Wonderful piece.
  • $10.00
  • Signed Oil Painting
    Oil painting signed by artist. The signature reads Fitzgerald. Professionally framed and matted. Gold painted wooden frame. Good condition. - Lot 2 Dimension: 47W 37H
  • $0.00
  • Signed Oil Painting
    Lot 2 - Oil painting signed by artist. The signature reads Fitzgerald. Professionally framed and matted. Gold painted wooden frame. Good condition.
  • $0.00
  • Signed Frances Fox Kepchar Watercolor Painting
    Painted and signed by the incredible local artist Frances Kepchar. Professionally framed and matted. Good condition. - Lot 3 Dimension: 38.25W 19.5H
  • $0.00
  • Signed Frances Fox Kepchar Watercolor Painting
    Lot 3 - Painted and signed by the incredible local artist Frances Kepchar. Professionally framed and matted. Good condition.
  • $0.00
  • Husqvarna Snow Thrower
    Model ST 230P. Seemingly never used. No scratches, scuffs, dirt or signs of wear and tear. Good condition. No fuel to start. With instruction manual and tire chains for snow. See photos. - Lot 4 Dimension: 30.5W 65D 48.5H
  • $90.00
  • Husqvarna Snow Thrower
    Lot 4 - Model ST 230P. Seemingly never used. No scratches, scuffs, dirt or signs of wear and tear. Good condition. No fuel to start. With instruction manual and tire chains for snow. See photos.
  • $90.00
  • 97 Pieces Sterling Flatware in the Putnam Pattern by Wallace
    12 dinner knives, 10 dinner forks, 7 salad forks, 17 teaspoons, 12 iced tea spoons, 11 grapefruit spoons, 6 serving spoons, 12 cocktail forks, 1 lemon fork, 4 individual butter knives, 1 master butter knife, 1 sugar shell, 1 sugar tongs, and 2-piece carving set. All with the initial S. 5 of the iced tea spoons have heavy tarnish in the bowls, otherwise in good condition. Approximately 80.33 troy oz. Hollow handles are calculated at approximately 0.5 troy oz. each. Estimated value $3000-$3500. - Lot 5
  • $0.00
  • 97 Pieces Sterling Flatware in the Putnam Pattern by Wallace
    Lot 5 - 12 dinner knives, 10 dinner forks, 7 salad forks, 17 teaspoons, 12 iced tea spoons, 11 grapefruit spoons, 6 serving spoons, 12 cocktail forks, 1 lemon fork, 4 individual butter knives, 1 master butter knife, 1 sugar shell, 1 sugar tongs, and 2-piece carving set. All with the initial S. 5 of the iced tea spoons have heavy tarnish in the bowls, otherwise in good condition. Approximately 80.33 troy oz. Hollow handles are calculated at approximately 0.5 troy oz. each. Estimated value $3000-$3500.
  • $0.00
  • William & Mary Themed Corn Hole Boards
    Made by Victory Tailgate. Some minor scuffs and chipping but overall in good condition. - Lot 6 Dimension: 24W 48.5H
  • $10.00
  • William & Mary Themed Corn Hole Boards
    Lot 6 - Made by Victory Tailgate. Some minor scuffs and chipping but overall in good condition.
  • $10.00
  • 10 Ft Slackline and Slack Rack
    Slight scuffs and scratches. Good condition. - Lot 7 Dimension: 120W 13H
  • $0.00
  • 10 Ft Slackline and Slack Rack
    Lot 7 - Slight scuffs and scratches. Good condition.
  • $0.00
  • Signed Frances Fox Kepchar Watercolor
    Wonderful painting and vibrant color. Professionally framed and matted. - Lot 8 Dimension: 20.25W 16.25H
  • $10.00
  • Signed Frances Fox Kepchar Watercolor
    Lot 8 - Wonderful painting and vibrant color. Professionally framed and matted.
  • $10.00
  • Galaxy Themed Area Rug by Safavieh
    Slight staining on the rug. See photos. - Lot 9 Dimension: 79W 108H
  • $0.00
  • Galaxy Themed Area Rug by Safavieh
    Lot 9 - Slight staining on the rug. See photos.
  • $0.00
  • 1793 Commissary Note Signed by William Henry Harrison
    At this time Harrison was aide da camp for General Wayne and the letters ADC appear under his name. The document is dated Aug 11 1793 Greenville. This is to approve "For the Delaware seventy gills of whiskey" from Commissary signed by Harrison as Aide de camp. Framed with a period steel engraving of Harrison as a Major General. Document has some water damage. Not examined out of frame. S.S. Document 7 inches by 2 1/2 inches. Overall 11 inches wide by 13 inches tall. - Lot 10
  • $15.00
  • 1793 Commissary Note Signed by William Henry Harrison
    Lot 10 - At this time Harrison was aide da camp for General Wayne and the letters ADC appear under his name. The document is dated Aug 11 1793 Greenville. This is to approve "For the Delaware seventy gills of whiskey" from Commissary signed by Harrison as Aide de camp. Framed with a period steel engraving of Harrison as a Major General. Document has some water damage. Not examined out of frame. S.S. Document 7 inches by 2 1/2 inches. Overall 11 inches wide by 13 inches tall.
  • $15.00
  • Galaxy Area Rug By Safavieh
    Small stain see pictures for details - Lot 11 Dimension: 93W 120H
  • $0.00
  • Galaxy Area Rug By Safavieh
    Lot 11 - Small stain see pictures for details
  • $0.00
  • Celestron Nexstar 130SLT Computerized Telescope
    Still sealed in box. - Lot 12 Dimension: 20W 39H
  • $70.00
  • Celestron Nexstar 130SLT Computerized Telescope
    Lot 12 - Still sealed in box.
  • $70.00
  • Z12 Deluxe Dobsonian Telescope 12" by Zhumell
    Stand and telescope both sealed in box. - Lot 13 Dimension: 61W 19H
  • $60.00
  • Z12 Deluxe Dobsonian Telescope 12" by Zhumell
    Lot 13 - Stand and telescope both sealed in box.
  • $60.00
  • Vintage Seth Thomas Mantle Clock
    Slight scuffs but good condition. Glass needs to be cleaned. Currently not working but the key and instructions are present. - Lot 14 Dimension: 9W 14.5H
  • $0.00
  • Vintage Seth Thomas Mantle Clock
    Lot 14 - Slight scuffs but good condition. Glass needs to be cleaned. Currently not working but the key and instructions are present.
  • $0.00
  • 14K Gold Necklace
    16 inches long. Graduated rope link chain. Approximately 0.792 troy oz. Good condition. Estimated value $1575-$1850. - Lot 15
  • $60.00
  • 14K Gold Necklace
    Lot 15 - 16 inches long. Graduated rope link chain. Approximately 0.792 troy oz. Good condition. Estimated value $1575-$1850.
  • $60.00
  • Frances Fox Kepchar Signed Watercolor
    Beautiful watercolor. Professionally framed and matted. Good condition. - Lot 16 Dimension: 16.5W 20.25H
  • $0.00
  • Frances Fox Kepchar Signed Watercolor
    Lot 16 - Beautiful watercolor. Professionally framed and matted. Good condition.
  • $0.00
  • Carillon Clinic Rocking Chair
    Scuff on the side of the seat. See photos. Otherwise in good condition. - Lot 17 Dimension: 23W 26D 40H
  • $0.00
  • Carillon Clinic Rocking Chair
    Lot 17 - Scuff on the side of the seat. See photos. Otherwise in good condition.
  • $0.00
  • Bob Dylan and the Byrds Records
    Includes Dylan's Nashville Skyline and John Wesley Hardin as well as the Byrds Mr. Tambourine Man. John Wesley Hardin and Mr. Tambourine Man are both mono. Sleeves have slight scuffs and creasing. Records appear to be near mint. No guarantees. - Lot 18 Dimension: 12W 12H
  • $10.00
  • Bob Dylan and the Byrds Records
    Lot 18 - Includes Dylan's Nashville Skyline and John Wesley Hardin as well as the Byrds Mr. Tambourine Man. John Wesley Hardin and Mr. Tambourine Man are both mono. Sleeves have slight scuffs and creasing. Records appear to be near mint. No guarantees.
  • $10.00
  • Lionel Polar Express
    Slight scuffs but in good condition. - Lot 19 Dimension: 13W 3.5H
  • $0.00
  • Lionel Polar Express
    Lot 19 - Slight scuffs but in good condition.
  • $0.00
  • 1928 $2.50 Gold Indian Head Quarter Eagle
    Nice uncirculated example with a few stray storage scratches. Estimated value $350-450 - Lot 20
  • $25.00
  • 1928 $2.50 Gold Indian Head Quarter Eagle
    Lot 20 - Nice uncirculated example with a few stray storage scratches. Estimated value $350-450
  • $25.00