Archives International Auctions - Auction 107 October 29, 2025

Archives International Auctions - Sale 107 56 October 29, 2025 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com 245 245 U.S., Train & Stage Coach Encounter Progress Proof Quartet, ca.1860-1880s NY., ca.1860-1880s, Group of 4 Progress Proof Intaglio Engraved Train Vignettes, A striking group of steel-engraved vignette proofs depicting a classic 19th-century steam locomotive with passenger cars, passing before a hillside scene with farmers and cattle in the foreground. Each is printed on india paper or thin card showing subtle variations in plate tone, impression, and paper stock as the engraving detail evolved. These train vignettes were produced by the American Bank Note Company for use on banknotes, stocks, and bonds, and became one of the firm’s most recognizable railroad motifs. XF to CU condition. American Bank Note Company. (4) ������������ Est. $200-300 Various States 246 246 Various States. Seals of the Original U.S., 13 Colonies, Proof Vignettes on Glossy White Paper, ND (1960-70) U.S., Lot of 13 Proof Vignettes of the seals of the original 13 colonies, Items are in Uncirculated to CU condition. Size varies from 3x3 inches to 6 by 4 inches,, (13 proofs). �������������������� Est. $200-300 Various States 247 247 Various States. Maritime Vignette Proofs on India Paper, ca. 1840-1930s. Various States. Lot of 8 Maritime Vignette Proofs on India Paper, ca. 1840-1930s. An attractive assemblage of steel-engraved vignette proofs featuring steamships and sailing vessels, produced primarily by the American Bank Note Company and Continental Bank Note Company of New York. Subjects include early sidewheel steamers, harbor and docking scenes, and ocean-going packet ships, several titled including Huma Passage and Erie Railway, Penna. R.R.. Nearly all are printed on thin india paper, mostly unmounted, with fine detail and strong impressions showcasing the artistry of mid-19th century security engraving. These vignettes were employed on banknotes, stocks, and bonds to evoke commerce, trade, and transportation themes. Condition is excellent for the type, most Choice VF to Uncirculated. (8) ������������� Est. $180-250 Washington D.C. & Canada 248 248 D.C., IPPDS&E Union of N.A., and International Paper Money Congress & Exhibition, 1981 to 1989 Washington D.C. & Canada...., 1981 to 1989. International Plate Printers Die Stampers & Engravers Union of North America and International Paper Money Congress & Exhibition, Lot of 2 Items, Includes: 83rd Convention of the International Officers, Delegates, and Membership at Large, Bound with ribbon, Inside shows program of events and dinner menu; International Paper Money Congress and Exhibition Intaglio Printed Sheet with Two reprinted banknotes. Documents are in Uncirculated to CU condition. (2). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $120-200