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Big game at the Wilbur D. May Museum in Reno
Wilbur D. May shot big game in Africa. He flew the globe during the infancy of aviation. He drove an ambulance in World War I, composed music and raised race horses on his Nevada ranch. He was a skier, yachtsman, philanthropist and art collector. Son of David… World War I – Nevada – Collection – History – Twentieth Century

Visual Encyclopedia Book Japanese History Samurai Sword $89.88

Japanese Sword History Katana Tsuba Items Book Rare $58.00

Japanese Samurai Armor 6 Sword Helmet History General $39.99

Rurouni Kenshin – Heart of the Sword [VHS] $4.99 In the heart of rural Japan, Himura Kenshin finally reaches the source of the fire that has been blackening the country. Kenshin, the herald of past revolution, has his historic first meeting with Shishio, the herald of future revolution. Both have a vision of what Japan should be, both men have the power to shape the world, and both men have carried the title of “Battosai.” …

Rurouni Kenshin – Heart of the Sword [VHS] $4.99 In the heart of rural Japan, Himura Kenshin finally reaches the source of the fire that has been blackening the country. Kenshin, the herald of past revolution, has his historic first meeting with Shishio, the herald of future revolution. Both have a vision of what Japan should be, both men have the power to shape the world, and both men have carried the title of “Battosai.” …

Kagemusha: The (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray] $23.99 The 1970s were difficult years for the great Japanese director Akira Kurosawa. Following the box-office failure of his 1970 film Dodes’ka-den and an unsuccessful suicide attempt, Kurosawa was unable to find financial backing in Japan, and he made his acclaimed 1975 film Dersu Uzala in Siberia with Russian financing. With only partial Japanese backing for his epic project Kagemusha, the 70-year-old…

The Battle of Midway $66.6 The Battle of Midway, fought in June of 1942, was one of the most important battles of World War II. Seven months after the attack at Pearl Harbor nearly crippled the U.S. Navy, Japan attempted another offensive aimed at eliminating the American presence in the Pacific. U.S. Naval forces, under the command of Admiral Chester Nimitz, soundly defeated the Japanese fleet, inflicting damage on the Imperial Japanese Navy. The victory at Midway established American superiority in the Pacific for the remainder of the war.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: Cu silver-plated with color tableauWeight: 32 gIssue year: 2009Diameter: 40 mmQuality: ProofObverse: The Battle of MidwayReverse: Battles of the World War IICustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Pearl Harbor Commemorative Coin $59.95 Located on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, Pearl Harbor was a major American naval base. Early on the morning of December 7, 1941, the Japanese airforce bombed Pearl Harbor. This event caused the UnitedStates to enter World War II. Four years later, in 1945, America dropped A-bombs over Hiroshima and Nagasaki and victory was declared over Japan.Limitation: 9,999 Complete EditionsMaterial: Copper-nickelWeight: 32 gIssue year: 2001Diameter: 40 mmQuality: proofObverse: Attack on Pearl HarborReverse: Flag with 48 starsCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Pearl Harbor Pocket Knife $55.5 This high-grade stainless steel pocket knife has been crafted in honor of the crucial turning point of the Second World War. On December 7, 1941, the Japanese launched a surprise attack against the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor. Because much of the U.S. Pacific Fleet was at sea, the attack crippled, but did not destroy our naval presence in the Pacific. But, the results were monumental: eight warships, three cruisers, four destroyers, and 188 bombers were destroyed. More than 3,500 human lives were lost.Material: 420 Stainless steelLimitation: 9,999 editionsArtisan: High quality collector?s knifeBlade length: 8.5 cm (Approx. 3.36 in.)Total length: 19.5 cm (Approx. 7.7 in.)Weight: 125 gramsCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Declaration of Independence $144.45 Written and adopted during the summer of 1776, the Declaration of Independence announced to the world the formation of a new nation founded on freedom and equality. Its stature has continued to grow throughout history, serving as a light against the darkness of tyranny the world over.In celebration of our nation?s greatest symbol of freedom, American Mint has created an exclusive masterpiece: the Declaration of Independence gold coin tribute. This solid 14k gold coin is minted to the highest quality “Proof ” standard and features a highly detailed engraving of this historic event on the obverse. Encased in an archival shell, this exquisite gold coin tribute includes an informative history of the Declaration of Independence.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: .585 goldWeight: 0.5 gIssue year: 2009Diameter: 11 mmQuality: ProofObverse: Declaration of IndependenceReverse: History of AmericaCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Barack Obama Gold Layered Commemorative Coin $4.95 On January 20, 2009, Barack Obama made history by becoming the first African-American President of the United States. His promise of “change we canbelieve in” offers hope during one of the most tumultuous times in our nation?s history. To honor our newest President, we proudly present this exclusive, 24k gold-layered coin.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: Copper gold-layeredWeight: 14.6 gIssue year: 2008Diameter: 33 mmQuality: ProofObverse: Barack ObamaReverse: Patriotic EagleCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Lincoln and Penny Image-Changing Coin $66.65 Abraham Lincoln governed during the greatest crisis in American history. His humanity, eloquence, and determination to save the Union set him apart as one of America?s most extraordinary presidents and made him a central figure in U.S. history. Lincoln became a symbol of the Union, and his public statements gave purpose to the conflict of the Civil War. In addition to abolishing slavery, the Civil War ended the debate over the relationship of the states to the government.Available exclusively from AMERICAN MINT, this unique full-color coin uses state-of-the-art lenticular technology to produce an incredible full-color image that changes from a portrait of President Lincoln to a picture of the Lincoln Penny when you tilt the coin.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: Copper silver-platedWeight: 32 gIssue year: 2009Diameter: 40 mmQuality: ProofObverse: Motion Image Lincoln & Lincoln PennyReverse: Presidential CoinCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

1st Man on the Moon $66.65 “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind”: With this remarkable, and now legendary statement, Apollo 11 commander, Neil Armstrong, became the first person to set foot on another planet at 3:56 a.m. CET on 21 July 1969. Astronaut Edwin Aldrin followed him a short while later. The lunar module, the “Eagle” had landed in the “Sea of Tranquillity” a few hours before.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: copper silverplated and colorizedWeight: 32 gIssue year: 2007Diameter: 40 mmQuality: ProofObverse: 1st Man on the MoonReverse: History of AmericaCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Mount Rushmore Knife $55.4 Carved into the southeast face of a mountain in South Dakota are the faces of four presidents, a memorial to American history. The faces of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt andAbraham Lincoln look down and remind everyone that even the impossible is possible. Crafted in 420 stainless steel, the satin-finished blade is etched with the picture of this great monument. The nickel-plated bolster has black antiqued engraving and a full color portrait of Mount Rushmore.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: 420 Stainless SteelArtisan: Exclusive DesignBlade length: 3 1/2″Total length: 7 3/4″Weight: .57 lb. (.26 kg.)Customer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Reagan?s Brandenburg Gate Speech comm. coin $66.6 From screen idol to the leader of the free world, Ronald Reagan?s cool demeanor and commanding presence made him one of the most popular Presidents in American history. When he entered the executive office in 1980, the country was mired in discontent from years of recession and a weakening international status. By 1989, when he finished his second term, America was once again a proud and confident country with the longest recorded period of peacetime prosperity to date.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: Cu silverplatedWeight: 32 gramsIssue year: 2010Diameter: 40 mmQuality: ProofObverse: Brandenburg Gate SpeechReverse: Life of Ronald ReaganCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Lindbergh Spirit of St. Louis Commemortive Coin $5 The American pilot Charles Lindbergh (1902-1974) was one of the most im- portant pioneers in the history of air travel. In May 1927, the former post office pilot completed the first non-stop flight over the Atlantic. In his small single-engine plane, “Spirit of St. Louis,” Lindbergh left New York, arriving in Paris just over thirty-three hours later, becoming an instant hero both in Europe and inthe United States.Limitation: 9,999 complete editionsMaterial: copper-nickelWeight: approx. 32 gIssue year: 1998Diameter: 40 mmQuality: proofObverse: Charles A. LindberghReverse: The dream of flyingCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Wright Brothers $39.95 The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, were two Americans who are generally credited with inventing and building the world?s first successful airplane and making the first controlled, powered and sustained heavier-than-air human flight on Dec. 17, 1903. In the two years afterward, the brothers developed their flying machine into the first practical fixed-wing aircraft. Although not the first to build and fly experimental aircraft, they were the first to invent controls that enabled fixed wing flight.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: Copper silver-plated with lithoWeight: 32 gramsIssue year: 2008Diameter: 40 mm (Approx. 1.6 in.)Quality: ProofObverse: Wright BrothersReverse: History of AviationCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Barack Obama Presidential Dollar Color Coin $33.3 As a young state senator from Illinois, Barack Obama was asked to deliver the keynote address at the 2004 Democratic National Convention. His stirring oration opened the door to a U.S. Senate Seat. Four short years later, Obama made history by becoming the first African- American President of the United States. His promise of “change we can believe in” offers hope during one of the most tumultuous times in our nation?s history.Limitation: 20,000 piecesMaterial: gold-clad; colorizedWeight: 8.1 gIssue year: 2007Diameter: 26 mmQuality: Brilliant UncirculatedCountry: USAFace value: 1 DollarCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

JFK The White House Motion Image $4.95 John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the thirty-fifth President of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. Kennedy defeated Richard Nixon in one of the closest presidential elections in American history. The youngest man to be elected President, he won the hearts of Americans with his good looks, captivating charm, and political savvy.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: Copper nickelWeight: 20 gIssue year: 2008Diameter: 40 mmQuality: Brilliant UncirculatedObverse: Motion Image JFK and the White HouseReverse: Presidential CoinCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Barack Obama Coin Set $179 Overcoming more than 200 years of history, Barack Obama became the first African-American to lead the most powerful nation in the world. As the 44th President, he inspires the nation with a promise of “hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord.” This three piece coin set features highly detailed engravings of Obama and is exquisitely layered imn precious metal: one in 24kt gold, one in .999 silver, and one in platinum.Limitation: 2.010 piecesMaterial: Cu silver satin, 24k gold satin, platinum polishedWeight: each 32 gIssue year: 2009Diameter: 40 mmQuality: ProofObverse: Barack ObamaReverse: Presidential CoinCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Indian Head 5 Dollars 1908-1929 $798 The Indian Head Half Eagle coin was designed by sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt. It was minted in Philadelphia, Denver, New Orleans, and San Francisco from 1908 to 1929. The fine details of these coins are remarkably well-preserved due to the unique incused design in which the images and script are recessed into the gold rather than being raised from the surface. The “Indian Head” features an American Indian with full headdress on the obverse and a standing eagle on the reverse. One of the most unique coins in American history!Limitation: UnknownMaterial: .900 Gold , .100 CopperWeight: .24187 ozDiameter: 21,6 mmIssue year: 1908-1929Quality: Extremely FineCountry: USAFace value: 5 DollarCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Texas Statehood Set $24.95 Texas is a state located in the South Central U.S., nicknamed the Lone Star State. Texas is the second largest state in both area and population, spanning 268,820 miles. Texas contains diverse landscapes, from piney woods, rolling plains and prairie and desert of the Big Bend. Due to its long history as a center of the cattle industry, Texas is associated with the image of the cowboy. Texas is usually considered part of the South but with its Spanish roots it can be classified as part of South West.Limitation: 10,000 piecesMaterial: Copper Nickel CladWeight: 5.67 gIssue year: 2004Diameter: 24.26 mm (.955 in.)Quality: pad printedCountry: U.S.Face value: Quarter DollarCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

2006 American Mint Eagle coin $9.95 Gold and silver have been the cornerstones of the world?s economies and banking systems for centuries. Throughout history, many investments in precious metals have produced substantial profits. Silver and gold coins are not for investment purposes only; coins are also tiny works of art. The 2006 American Mint Eagle features a detailed image of the Statue of Liberty on the obverse and the reverse depicts an eagle based on the design of the Presidential seal.Limitation: UnlimitedMaterial: .999 fine silver, layered in 24k goldWeight: 1/10 oz.Issue year: 2006Diameter: 20 mmQuality: ProofObverse: Statue of LibertyReverse: EagleCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Star Spangled Banner Anniversary coin $24.95 During the War of 1812, American lawyer and amateur poet Francis Scott Key was an eyewitness to the English bombardment of Fort McHenry in Baltimore on September 13, 1814. The courage, desire to win,and spirit of defiance of his fellow countrymen inspired him to write a poem. The poem was later set to music and “The Star-Spangled Banner” was born. This powerful song has been the national anthem of the United States since 1931.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: Copper/NickelWeight: 14.6 gIssue year: 2008Diameter: 33 mmQuality: uncirculatedObverse: 75th Anniversary of the Star-Spangled BannerReverse: History of AmericaCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

2008 Bald Eagle $59.95 The majestic bald eagle, was designated the national bird of the United States in 1782. With a wingspan of approximately six and a half feet, the bald eagle reigns as the second largest bird of prey in North America. It has long been recognized as a symbol of freedom and the American way of life. A powerful symbol, this stately bird appears on the obverse of the Great Seal of the United States ofAmerica. This commemorative, minted to the highest quality “Proof” standard, is a shining tribute to our beloved national emblem.Limitation: 9,999 complete collectionsMaterial: copper nickelWeight: 14.6 gramsIssue year: 2008Diameter: 33 mm (Approx. 1.3 in.)Quality: ProofObverse: Bald EagleReverse: History of AmericaCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

Jacob Burckhardt Banknote 1000 Swiss Francs $10 The highest-value Swiss banknote is dedicated to the famous art historian Jacob Burckhardt. The son of a Basel clergyman, Burckhardt is accredited as the founder of modern art history. He is particularly famous for his academic guide to art “Der Cicerone”, published in 1855, as well as his work on the Italian renaissance, and is regarded as a great academic writer.Limitation: 9,999 Complete EditionsMaterial: Copper-nickelWeight: 32 gramsDiameter: 40 mm (Approx. 1.6 in.)Issue year: 2007Quality: Brilliant uncirculatedObverse: 1000 Francs Banknote Jacob BurckhardtReverse: GlobeCustomer can only order up to 5 pcs.

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