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C. 1898 Comet wooden framed female pneumatic safety

C. 1898 Comet wooden framed female pneumatic safety
LOT 3.
C. 1898 Comet wooden framed female pneumatic safety, Comet Cycle Co. Toronto Canada. 20 1/2" frame, very original unrestored condition, nickel plating worn. "Lucky Tread...made in Canada for Canada Cycle and Motor Company Limited" tires. Retains wooden chain guard handlebars and rear fender, "Smith Hygienic" saddle, folding basket. Unrestored very original survivor. Good condition.
Estimate: $4,000-6,000
Sold Price: $23,400

Auction: 23rd Annual Antique & Classic Bicycle Auction, April 12, 2014
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Comet, Pneumatic, Safety


c. 1890 "The Rochester" manufactured by Rochester Cycle Mf. Co, Rochester NY

c. 1890 "The Rochester" manufactured by Rochester Cycle Mf. Co, Rochester NY
LOT 23.
c. 1890 "The Rochester" manufactured by Rochester Cycle Mf. Co, Rochester NY, 31 " wheels, 20" frame. Stunning restoration. Lot includes envelope from manufacturer. Note twin tube frame and front suspension, very unique and sophisticated machine. Excellent restored condition.
Estimate: $7,000-9,000
Sold Price: $23,000

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session III, October 19, 2013
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Pedaling History Museum, Rochester Cycle Mfg. Co., The Rochester


Rare example of a Columbia "Two Track Tricycle"

Rare example of a Columbia "Two Track Tricycle"
LOT 37.
Rare example of a Columbia "Two Track Tricycle", 48" rear, 22" front wheels. Pope Mfg. Co. Retains name badge. Complete rideable very good condition. David Metz Museum.
Estimate: $14,000-16,000
Sold Price: $21,060

Auction: 23rd Annual Antique & Classic Bicycle Auction, April 12, 2014
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Columbia, Tricycle, Two Track


Rare C. 1870 Velocipede

Rare C. 1870 Velocipede
LOT 60.
Rare C. 1870 velocipede. Retains name badge "Morse & Morton, Fairhaven Mass., patent applied for". Unusual rear lever pedal drive. Original condition including pinstripping and paint combo. Only example we have offered. 18" front wheel, 36" rear wheel. 65" L, 47" Ht.. Provenance Bob Trimble Museum Collection.
Estimate: $5,000-7,000
Sold Price: $21,060

Auction: 26th Annual Bicycle Auction, April 22, 2017
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Morse & Morton, Velocipede, 1870


Rare 1889 Psycho Safety Tandem

Rare 1889 Psycho Safety Tandem
LOT 1a.
Rare 1889 Psycho Safety Tandem. Starley Brothers, St. John's Works, Coventry, England. Serial #14 of possibly 100 units manufactured. Believed to be one of maybe a dozen examples left in the world. When the Starley Brothers exhibited their bicycles in 1888 and 1890, this Psycho did not appear, giving proof that this is a "one year only" production. Intended for ladies and gentleman with double steer and double brakes. 30" wheels fitted with new 7/8th tires. Weight 74 pounds. Geared to 57 inch. Matching ladies and mens saddles. Matching pedals. Both front and rear coasting steps. Rare example and opportunity.
Estimate: $16,000-20,000
Sold Price: $20,650

Auction: 29th Annual Bicycle Auction, June 26, 2021
Category: Automobilia & Transportation, Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Psycho, Tandem


C. 1884 Victor adult high wheel tricycle, this is the first American tricycle

C. 1884 Victor adult high wheel tricycle, this is the first American tricycle
LOT 36.
C. 1884 Victor adult high wheel tricycle, this is the first American tricycle, 48" wheels. Made by the Overman Wheel Co. Boston and Chicopee Falls MA. Original cost $125.00. Needs tire rubber, missing one spoke, twin lamps. Good condition. Pedaling History Museum.
Estimate: $13,000-15,000
Sold Price: $19,890

Auction: 23rd Annual Antique & Classic Bicycle Auction, April 12, 2014
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, High Wheel, Tricycle, Victor


Very rare C. 1889 King 50" high wheel (ordinary) safety bicycle

Very rare C. 1889 King 50" high wheel (ordinary) safety bicycle
LOT 90.
Very rare C. 1889 King 50" high wheel (ordinary) safety bicycle, King Wheel Company 51 Barclay Street, N.Y.C., 1886-1890. Ratchet drive made by Ames Mfg. Co., Chicopee Mass., 1 of 16 known and only 30 made. Retains saddle, grips, pedals, adjustable rear step, name badge "The King Patent Sept. 86/Nov. 87....". Provenance: Dave Pooler to David Metz to James Carpenter. SN# 24. Good condition.
Estimate: $15,000-20,000
Sold Price: $18,720

Auction: 25th Annual Bicycle Auction, April 16, 2016
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, High Wheel, King, King Wheel Company, Ordinary


Elliott Hickory C hard tire safety bicycle, Newton Mass. C. 1892, restored, headlamp included. Good condition. Pedaling History Museum Collection.

Elliott Hickory C hard tire safety bicycle, Newton Mass. C. 1892, restored, headlamp included. Good condition. Pedaling History Museum Collection.
LOT 72.
Elliott Hickory C hard tire safety bicycle, Newton Mass. C. 1892
Estimate: $3,500-4,500
Sold Price: $18,400

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session II, April 20, 2013
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Elliot Hickory, Hard Tire Safety, Newton Mass., Pedaling History Museum


C. 1888 Singer Extraordinary 48" high wheel (ordinary) bicycle

C. 1888 Singer Extraordinary 48" high wheel (ordinary) bicycle
LOT 21.
C. 1888 Singer Extraordinary 48" high wheel (ordinary) bicycle. Retains pedals, recovered saddle, grips, brake, rear step. Older replaced tires. Ball bearings to links and levers, repair to back bone. (Ridden in a Century, is said to have ridden well). Good condition.
Estimate: $8,000-10,000
Sold Price: $17,550

Auction: 25th Annual Bicycle Auction, April 16, 2016
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Extraordinary, High Wheel, Ordinary, Singer


Scarce Velocipede patent model

Scarce Velocipede patent model
LOT 263.
Scarce Velocipede patent model, U.S. Patent No. 238,915, H. Karlass, 1881, Velocipede. Mounted on board. Model 12" x 7" x 9" Ht., comes with paperwork. Provenance: Richard Roy Estate
Estimate: $500-1,000
Sold Price: $17,550

Auction: 25th Annual Bicycle Auction, April 16, 2016
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Patent Model, Velocipede


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