Local Event: Cosman Theater

McHenry County

Huntley

Illinois

Cosman Theater

Does “twice as many calls since 2011”received by Huntley Fire Protection District,  have an influence if staff size is still...

Karen Hutchings

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Amie Schaenzer

Algonquin-Lake In The Hills

Crystal Lake-Cary

Kane County

Elgin

Lake County

Barrington

Lake Zurich

St. Charles

Emily Rosca

Geneva

Cook County

Palatine

Batavia

Eric DeGrechie

Arlington Heights

Online Only

This auction offers over five hundred artifacts celebrating the enduring spirit of civic duty, public service, and early industrial might.
Law enforcement and firefighter memorabilia anchor the front of the catalog with an array of breast badges, cap devices, and commemorative stars representing departments across the Midwest and beyond. Notable service pieces include the scarce antique State of Illinois Police Hat Badge #2 (Lot 61), a distinctive Glencoe, Illinois Police &amp; Fire Hat Badge #34 (Lot 25), and a vintage Cheviot, Ohio Fire Department 2" Badge (Lot 62). Novelty and corporate security insignia also feature prominently, led by the satirical 1910s "I Should Worry" Security Bank 3% Interest Star (Lot 40) and an early Sheraton Hotel Security 5-Point Star (Lot 12).
The heart of the auction transitions into one of the most comprehensive watch fob collections ever offered, chronicling the golden age of American heavy machinery, agriculture, and construction engineering. Enthusiasts will uncover coveted examples from industry giants like Caterpillar, Case, Drott, Bucyrus-Erie, Allis-Chalmers, and Mack. Standouts include the rare Copper 1933 Chicago World's Fair Lima Locomotive Watch Fob (Lot 549), a classic Rumely OilPull Tractor Fob (Lot 182), the iconic Case Bald Eagle on Globe Fob (Lot 122), and an early J.D. Adams &amp; Co. Leaning Wheel Grader Fob (Lot 434), alongside dozens of commemorative club issues from IWFAI and MWFC.
Preview is the day before the auction - noon-5pm, and doors open at 8am the day of the auction.&nbsp;Pickup is immediately following the auction or by appointment. Please call 815-923-7000 to schedule.&nbsp;

Local Event: Police Badges & Watch Fobs Auction

Police Badges & Watch Fobs Auction

This auction offers over five hundred artifacts celebrating the enduring spirit of civic duty, public service, and early...

Native American artistry and Old West history take center stage in this Classic Collectibles Auction, led by a majestic pair of 6-foot hand-carved Frank Gallagher Cigar Store Indians (Lots 3 and 3a), an early gesso-over-wood advertising figure (Lot 2a), and two historic 1844 London Edition George Catlin lithographs (Lot 2348). The collection features an extraordinary range of Plains weaponry, beadwork, and ceremonial art, including a Northern Plains bear effigy catlinite pipe bowl (Lot 2335), an 1880s tacked leather belt with knife and sheath (Lot 2314), and an 1820s cast iron trade tomahawk (Lot 2317). Bidders will also find exceptional Indigenous textiles, pottery, and basketry spanning the 19th and early 20th centuries, highlighted by an intricate 1910 Western Apache bowl (Lot 2406) and a 1920 Pima coiled basket (Lot 2353). Western outlaw lore comes alive through a spirited series of hand-carved folk art figures portraying legends like Jesse James (Lot 302) and Billy the Kid (Lot 309), displayed alongside authentic Visalia batwing chaps (Lot 2407) and an operational 1/2 scale .32 caliber Gatling gun (Lot 2253).
The journey continues into vintage advertising and vibrant Americana. Electric neon illuminates the room with an impressive Ford Tractor neon sign (Lot 460) and a vintage Genuine Chevy Parts neon display (Lot 461), perfectly complemented by a classic 1950s Coca-Cola Vendo 59 "Spin Top" coin-operated machine (Lot 149) and an authentic N.S.M. Model 240 I jukebox (Lot 191). Fine decorative art enthusiasts will appreciate the exquisite Tiffany Studios gold dore bronze tazza #1702 (Lot 437) alongside dynamic animalier bronzes, while collectors of nostalgia can explore vintage O-gauge Lionel trains, breweriana, and stoneware primitives.
Preview is the day before the auction - noon-5pm, and doors open at 8am the day of the auction.&nbsp;Pickup is immediately following the auction or by appointment. Please call 815-923-7000 to schedule.&nbsp;

Local Event: Classic Collectibles Auction - ONLINE ONLY

Classic Collectibles Auction - ONLINE ONLY

Native American artistry and Old West history take center stage in this Classic Collectibles Auction, led by a majestic pair of...

Items that did not sell in recent auctions are offered here in a last chance online-only auction. Many items at reduced prices!
Did you miss the action? The show isn’t over yet. We want to make sure every piece of history finds the right home. This is your final opportunity to bid on these items, often at a great value.

<ul><li>Payment &amp; Pickup: Standard Donley Auctions terms apply. Winners will be invoiced shortly after the online auction closes. DonleyAuctions.com/shipping . Local winners can pick up at our Union, Illinois location - make an appointment at 815-923-7000.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Shipping: We offer reasonably priced, expert shipping on small to medium-sized items. For larger items, we can help you arrange third-party transport.</li></ul>
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Preview is the day before the auction - noon-5pm, and doors open at 8am the day of the auction.&nbsp;Pickup is immediately following the auction or by appointment. Please call 815-923-7000 to schedule.&nbsp;

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Cosman Theater

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9:00 AM

12015 Mill St, Huntley, IL

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