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Tombstone Western Heritage Museum Auction: The Earp Brothers & Cowboys

Sat, Jul 26, 2025 11:00AM EDT
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Join North American Auction Company on July 26th for a once-in-a-lifetime auction of the Tombstone Western Heritage Museum Collection. This extraordinary sale features the largest private collection of Tombstone history, including rare and historic pieces tied to Wyatt Earp, the Earp Brothers, and the infamous Cochise Cowboys. From original artifacts, outlaw relics, and the largest collection of C.S. Fly photographs, this is a can’t-miss event for collectors of the Old West’s most legendary chapter.
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Lot 675

Cochise Lumber Co. & Blacksmith Shop Photos (2)

Estimate: $250 - $500
Starting Bid
$50

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For your consideration are two early photos of Cochise Lumber Company in Bisbee, Arizona Territory and a blacksmithing shop from the late 1890s to 1904. Neither photo shows a photographer mark or studio mark. The first photo shows a man standing on a large flatbed cart with stacks of lumber under his feet. He is holding the reins to a team of two horses who are ready to haul off the freight. Stacks of lumber can be seen in the lumber building behind the man, the cart and the horses. This photo was taken July 13th, 1904 as marked on the back by a stamp from the Cochise Lumber Company. The second photo shows a blacksmith shop with men working the shop. Anvils, tools, and machines can be seen throughout the shop as the five men stand still, posing for the photo. A large rip is present in the top right hand corner, resulting in the loss of the right hand corner of the photo. The photos show fair to good condition with wear and slight damage present from their age and use over the years. The lumber photo is in much better condition than the blacksmith photo. Both still in good, viewable condition. The visible photos measure 5" L x 7" W to 4 7/8" L x 6 1/2" W, while the entire pieces measure 7" L x 8 7/8" W. They have a collective weight of under 6 ounces. Provenance: From the Tombstone Western Heritage Museum in Tombstone, Arizona. P123 P58

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