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Very rare C. 1889 King 48" high wheel (ordinary) safety bicycle

Very rare C. 1889 King 48" high wheel (ordinary) safety bicycle
LOT 17.
Very rare C. 1889 King 48" high wheel (ordinary) safety bicycle, King Wheel C. N.Y.C. 1886-1890. Ratchet drive made by Ames Mfg. Co., Chicopee Mass., 1 of 16 known and only 30 made. Good restored condition. Pedaling History Museum Collection.
Estimate: $14,000-16,000
Sold Price: $184,000

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session II, April 20, 2013
Category:
Tags: Bicycle, High Wheel, King, Ordinary, Pedaling History Museum, Safety


Rare 1911 Pierce four cylinder motorcycle

Rare 1911 Pierce four cylinder motorcycle
LOT 267.
Rare 1911 Pierce four cylinder motorcycle. Running condition, never plated or painted. The Pierce Motorcycle Company was founded in 1909 by Percy Pierce, son of George Pierce, the legendary car and bicycle manufacturer. Debuted at the 1909 show at Madison Square Garden, Pierce offered the first four cylinder American Motorcycle. Gasoline and oil are contained in a tubular frame, having shaft drive, sprung fork, and pressure oiling. The first Pierce motorcycles have direct drive and single speed. In subsequent years a clutch and two speed transmission was added. These elegant expensive machines cost more to produce than the market would bear and in 1914, production ceased. This two speed example, in unrestored condition has been in long-term protected ownership, and is among the best known original examples. Only tires and hand grips have been replaced. All other components are correct and original. Ownership history is unknown, it bears a first year issue 1914 Pennsylvania enamel license plate, and includes a Pierce logo tool set. Although complete and in running condition, dissasembly and inspection is recommended before road use.
Estimate: $145,000-165,000
Sold Price: $166,750

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session II, April 20, 2013
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Four Cylinder, Motorcycle, Pedaling History Museum, Pierce


C. 1892 Telegram, patented by Frank H. Bolte, made by Sercombe-Bolte, Mfg Co. Milwaukee, WI

C. 1892 Telegram, patented by Frank H. Bolte, made by Sercombe-Bolte, Mfg Co. Milwaukee, WI
LOT 13.
C. 1892 Telegram, patented by Frank H. Bolte, made by Sercombe-Bolte, Mfg Co. Milwaukee, WI. Front wheel driven, 30" x 24" diameter wheels. Only known example, restored and rideable. Illustrated in Collecting and Restoring Antique Bicycles by G. Donald Adams (fig. 7-34, page 218).
Estimate: $5,500-6,500
Sold Price: $26,450

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session I, December 1, 2012
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: "Telegram", Bicycle, Frank H. Bolte, Pedaling History Museum, Sercombe-Bolte Mfg. Co.


Rare c. 1898 Cygnet "Swan"ladies pneumatic safety bicycle, Stoddard MFG., Co. Dayton, OH

Rare c. 1898 Cygnet "Swan"ladies pneumatic safety bicycle, Stoddard MFG., Co. Dayton, OH
LOT 8.
Rare c. 1898 Cygnet "Swan"ladies pneumatic safety bicycle, Stoddard MFG., Co. Dayton, OH. Advertised as a looped frame, considered an advantage over the diamond design. One of the most stunning bicycles ever made, less than 10 examples are known to exist. excellent restored condition. Pedaling History Museum Collection.
Estimate: $6,000-7,000
Sold Price: $24,150

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session II, April 20, 2013
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Cygnet, Pedaling History Museum, Stoddard MFG. Co., Swan


C. 1887 G & J "American Safety"

C. 1887 G & J "American Safety"
LOT 4a.
C. 1887 G & J "American Safety". Extremely rare, about 10 known. Restored.
Estimate: $12,000-14,000
Sold Price: $24,150

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session I, December 1, 2012
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: "American Safety", Bicycle, Gormully & Jeffery, Pedaling History Museum


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


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


1937 Elgin Bluebird in optional 'gunmetal' gray color with original plating and painted surfaces

1937 Elgin Bluebird in optional 'gunmetal' gray color with original plating and painted surfaces
LOT 71.
1937 Elgin Bluebird in optional 'gunmetal' gray color with original plating and painted surfaces. This revolutionary iconic design featured integrated speedometer, tank and lighting, with streamlined pedals, stem and fenders. All components, with the exception of the fender ornament and tires are period original. It is highly unusual to find a seventy-six year old bicycle in this unmolested condition.
Estimate: $10,000-12,000
Sold Price: $17,250

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session II, April 20, 2013
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Balloon Tire, Bicycle, Blue Bird, Elgin, Pedaling History Museum


c. 1886 Columbia safety high wheel bicycle so called "Kangaroo", manufactured by Pope Mfg. Co. Boston MA

c. 1886 Columbia safety high wheel bicycle so called "Kangaroo", manufactured by Pope Mfg. Co. Boston MA
LOT 2.
c. 1886 Columbia safety high wheel bicycle so called "Kangaroo", manufactured by Pope Mfg. Co. Boston MA, 38" wheel geared to 47 1/2". First American application of chain drive. Original cost 140.00. Restoration missing one spoke.
Estimate: $9,000-12,000
Sold Price: $17,250

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session III, October 19, 2013
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Columbia, High Wheel, Kangaroo, Pedaling History Museum, Pope Mfg. Co., Safety


c. 1897 Columbia model 40 military cavalry pneumatic safety bicycle

c. 1897 Columbia model 40 military cavalry pneumatic safety bicycle
LOT 45.
c. 1897 Columbia model 40 military cavalry pneumatic safety bicycle. Outfitted with machine gun (decommissioned) "US" leather slung pouch, (2) ammo boxes, 23" frame, older restoration, note display tires. Good condition.
Estimate: $4,000-5,000
Sold Price: $14,950

Auction: Bicycle Auction: Pedaling History Bicycle Museum Session III, October 19, 2013
Category: Bicycle Auctions
Tags: Bicycle, Cavalry, Columbia, Military, Model 40, Pedaling History Museum, Pneumatic Safety


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