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3RD THURSDAY DISCOVERY AUCTION

Thu, Sep 4, 2025 12:00PM EDT - Thu, Sep 18, 2025 12:00PM EDT
Lot 62

Turn of the Century Stockton Druggist “Cold Cream” Pot Lid

Estimate: $100 - $250

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$200 $25
$1,000 $50
$3,000 $100
A glazed ceramic pot lid with multicolor floral decoration framing teal-blue advertising text: “Wakeen Cold Cream / The Holden Drug Co., Chemists and Perfumers, Cor. Main & El Dorado Sts., Stockton, Cal.” The Holden Drug Co., founded by civic leader and six-time Stockton mayor Erastus S. Holden in the mid-19th century, was a landmark business for nearly a century, operating from the prominent Main and El Dorado corner and producing a range of proprietary remedies and cosmetics. The store remained in operation through multiple owners until the mid-20th century. Dimensions: 4 in. This lot may be picked up free of charge from our facilities in Sacramento, CA. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $30.00. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Condition

Good with a few chips to bottom rim. Please see photos.