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Connecting the West with the Pony Express

Illustrated by American artist Kermit Oliver, “The Pony Express” silk scarf design was first issued by Hermès in 1993. Known for incorporating western themes and Native American iconography into hi...

Bleeding Kansas: The Eve of the Civil War

Bleeding Kansas was a time of intense violence over slave and non-slave states in the mid 19th century. Read more about this period- what is known as the precursor to the Civil War.

1877 "General Geological Map of Colorado"

New to our shop is this 1877 "General Geological Map of Colorado" by F.V. Hayden, and lithographed by Julius Bien. Read more about this interesting map.

Flying Across America: A History of American Airline Advertisements

Vintage airline posters present a fascinating glimpse into the Golden Age of Air Travel exhibiting eye catching illustrations and breathtaking destinations. Featured in our new arrivals is an impre...

First Blow for Liberty

The Battles of Lexington and Concord were fought on April 19, 1775, and were the first official battles of the American Revolutionary War. New to our collection is this hand-colored engraving title...

New-In Signed Amelia Earhart Memoir

New to our Colorado shop is a very collectible, signed first edition of Amelia Earhart’s 20 Hs. 40 Min.: Our Flight in the Friendship. In the book, Earhart's shares her experience of being the firs...

2023 Holiday Gift Guides: Gifts for the Political Historian

We've rounded up some of the most interesting and illuminating political memoirs, autographs from great American leaders, prints and collectible antiques that tell the story of the founding of our ...

2023 Holiday Gift Guides: Gifts for the Military Buff

This Holiday season, pay tribute to those who have dutifully and bravely served our country in the Armed Forces. From original WWII recruitment posters and collectible autographs, signed memoirs to...

JFK and James Bond

President John F. Kennedy was a fan of Ian Fleming’s spy novels, and helped propel him to fame in the American market.

Spreading the News of the Emancipation Proclamation

Broadsides of the Emancipation Proclamation helped spread the news of the abolition of slavery. Read more about these decorative documents in this week's blog.