American Star High Wheel Bicycle by H.B. Smith Machine

The American Star Bicycle was invented in 1880 by G. W. Pressey and manufactured by the H. B. Smith Machine Company in Smithville, Burlington County, New Jersey. It was characterized by a small wheel

American Star High Back Wheel Bicycle Photo Cabinet Card. Believe this is an American Star from Smith Machine Co. circa 1880's. some soiling consistent with age. 6 1/2" x 4 1/4"

Wilbur Rowland, 20th c, Carved and Painted Whirligig, African American on High Wheel Bicycle. Size: 27'' x 25'' x 16'' (69 x 64 x 41 cm).

Whirligig - Man with articulated arms and legs, riding a high-wheel bicycle. Likely a portion of a whirligig. Carved wood with tin coat tails. American, circa 1920. H 14 -1/2" L 11". Original paint. C

Collection of (42) bicycle related tintypes. Some scarce images including Star, high wheel, boneshaker, various safety poses etc.. Good condition. Quality archive.

GERMAN L.A.W. BICYCLE PORCELAIN STEIN, stylized high wheel bicycle form with "L.A.W." to front for League of American Wheelmen, ceramic inset metal lid with insignia finial, lithophane interior base,

Set of (5) multi-colored bicycle bottles. Clevenger Brothers, Clayton N.J.. 7" Ht.. Includes High Wheel, Safety, Star, 10 Speed, Companion. Good condiition.

Early outdoor group shot photograph with High Wheels (including Star). 10 1/4" x 17". Good condition. Some wear to corners.

Interesting folk art painting. Oil cloth stretched over a wooden bicycle rim. American. Circa 1900. D 21-7/8". Copy and paste link for high-res image: https://www.dropbox.com/s/q5wvdkiqvwbo08l/1022102

1st American Brilliant Period, bulbous form with applied handle, cut stopper, hexagonal cut neck with notching, body with pin-wheel & hob stars cutting and base with star cut, 6 3/4" high; plus 2nd al

C. 1880's King high wheel bicycle. Ames Mfg. Co., Chicopee Mass.. 48". Needs restoration. Scarce example.

English. 1880s. Painted tubular steel construction with rubber wheels. Decalled, "Simpsons Bicycle Shop Cycles and Sporting Goods ? Ont". Horseless Carriage Museum, Fenelon Falls, Ont. Front wheel dia

C. 1880's Columbia All Bright 50" High Wheel bicycle. Dust badge has patents ranging from 1869-1881. Good condition. Rear step, bell, matching pedals. Comes with stand.

C. 1880's Columbia 52" Expert High Wheel bicycle. Comes with multiple prize ribbons. Comes with stand. Nice restored condition.

C. 1890's Krypto (London) high wheel bicycle (ordinary). Retains pedals, rear coaster, tool bag, saddle, brake assembly. Good condition.

Columbia high wheel bicycle. 54". Nice restoration, good condition. Collection of Margaret Ann Baker.

Popular in the 1880's for its large front wheel and small back wheel, it was the first of its kind. The name comes from the British pennies and farthings, one being greater in size than the other. Its

English. 1880s. Painted tubular steel construction with rubber wheels. Decalled, "Simpsons Bicycle Shop Cycles & Sporting Goods..?..Ont". Front wheel diameter: 53" and handlebar width: 27".

High-wheel bicycle. Pope Manuf. Co. 'Columbia'. Stamped 50. H 57" W 64" D 19-1/2" Wheel Dia 50". Condition: Excellent with wear and imperfections from use. Copy and paste link for high-res images: htt

C. 1880's child's high wheel bicycle. 42". Original condition, worn paint, some bent spokes. Collection of Margaret Ann Baker.

C. 1880's Otto style youth High Wheel bicycle. 36" front wheel. Good condition.

Pottery stein, .5L, transfer & enameled, man on high-wheel bicycle, woman on safety bike, relief pewter lid: All Heil!, worn gold base band, otherwise mint.

Gormully & Jeffery 50" racing High Wheel bicycle. Good condition, surface rust.

Whitney Spilland 50" High Wheel bicycle. Good condition.