Attention all gun and militaria enthusiasts! Donley Auctions is happy to announce our upcoming auction, featuring a diverse collection of firearms, militaria, and other unique pieces that will ignite your passion for history and craftsmanship.
On Saturday, be amazed by our selection of vintage and modern firearms and ammo, including an exquisitely engraved LC Smith Monogram 12-gauge shotgun, a Civil War-era Sharps .52 Pellet Primer Rifle, and a rare Remington Hepburn No. 3 38-40 rifle.
Our militaria collection on Sunday is equally impressive, featuring items such as WWII USMC Code Talkers uniforms, a Davy Crockett nuclear bomb fired detonator fuse, a WWII US 78th Div & 7th Army uniform grouping, and lots more great uniforms.
For the knife enthusiasts, we have an impressive collection of 33 Marbles knives, showcasing the craftsmanship and legacy of this iconic American brand. From classic hunting knives to rare and unique models, this collection is a must-see for any Marble enthusiast.
In addition to firearms and militaria, we also have a lot of ammo and a variety of other unique items that will appeal to collectors of all kinds. These include a 19th-century American eagle statue, an amazing collection of toy soldiers, and much more.
Don't miss this opportunity to add to your collection and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Join us for our live and online auctions, where you can enjoy complimentary food and drinks while bidding on your favorite items.
And if you're looking to downsize or sell your own collection, we're here to help. Consign your items with us and we'll make sure they find a good home. Email photos and details to Consign@DonleyAuctions.com.
Donley Auctions: Auctioneers of antiques. Collectors of cool. Veterans of vintage.
Check back often as we're still adding great items!
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LOT 2277:
WWII USMC 3rd Marine Div. Iwo Jima Named Grouping.
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Sold for: $350
Price including buyer’s premium and sales tax:
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454.20
Start price:
$
80
Estimated price :
$150 - $250
Buyer's Premium: 21%
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sales tax: 7.25%
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WWII USMC 3rd Marine Div. Iwo Jima Named Grouping.
3rd Marine Division grouping that belonged to SGT Joseph Mulvey, recipient of the Purple Heart Medal and Bronze Star for Valor for disregarding his own safety and walking across an airfield under fire and carried a wounded comrade to safety on Iwo Jima.
The highlight of the group is the RESTRICTED map of Iwo Jima (10"x8") given to Marines landing there. According to Joseph Mulvey's son. his father carried this on his person, even after the war. Other souvenirs from his service are a pocket shaving kit inscribed "I was on Iwo Jima", a small pocket statue of a Saint Christopher in carrying case, a corked jar labeled: :`Sand Iwo Jima 2-19-45" Pocket alcohol sterilizer carried by Mulvey on Iwo Jima. Three V-Mail's written to his mother dated 9-1-1944; 9-2-1944; and 12-12-1944. Pamphlet,: Individual Battle Doctrine RESTRICTED NAVMC 1013-DPP January 1944.Pamphlet, War Dept. Basic Field Manual. Volume III Basic Weapons, 1932. Unit History, The Third Marine Division. First Printing 1948. Fairly tight binding, clean copy. Large frame (33"x17") with photocopies of 9 letters and two newspaper clippings pertaining to Mulveys action. Can be removed from frame for shipping. Yellow folder with various notes of Mulvey's service compiled by consigner for displays also included.
