Jackpot Collection

Holtermanns Life Preserving Drops, 1880s (colour litho)
6257116 Holtermanns Life Preserving Drops, 1880s (colour litho) by Australian School, (19th century); 61.5x49.5 cm; Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; Mitchell Library

Portrait of Bernhard Otto Holtermann, c. 1872-85 (oil on canvas)
6257115 Portrait of Bernhard Otto Holtermann, c.1872-85 (oil on canvas) by Australian School, (19th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: possibly by J)

B. O. Holtermann (standing) and Louis Beyers (seated), Hawkins Hill Ridge, Hill End
6257117 B.O. Holtermann (standing) and Louis Beyers (seated), Hawkins Hill Ridge, Hill End, 1870-75 (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer, (19th century); Mitchell Library

Neon signs in Fremont Street, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Date: 1968

Las Vegas Club, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Las Vegas Club, Fremont Street, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Date: circa 1947

Pioneer Club, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Night view of the Pioneer Club and Cocktail Lounge, Fremont Street, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Date: circa 1950

B. O. Holtermann (2nd from left), Richard Ormsby Kerr (centre) and Beyers (2nd from right)
6257119 B.O. Holtermann (2nd from left), Richard Ormsby Kerr (centre) and Beyers (2nd from right), with reef gold from Star of Hope mine, 1870-75 (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer

B. O. Holtermann with the Holtermann Nugget, c. 1874-76 (b / w photo)
6257118 B.O. Holtermann with the Holtermann Nugget, c.1874-76 (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer, (19th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; Mitchell Library

Midas Mittens
Woolen mitten under a glass dome with a golden hand, Midas legend, safety concept. Dina Belenko

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"Unearthing the Jackpot: From Holtermann's Life Preserving Drops to Neon Signs in Las Vegas" Step back in time to the 1880s, where vibrant colours burst forth from a lithograph showcasing Holtermann's Life Preserving Drops. This captivating image hints at the allure of striking it rich, just like stumbling upon a hidden jackpot. In another portrait, Bernhard Otto Holtermann himself emerges as a figure of intrigue and ambition. Painted with oil on canvas, this depiction captures his spirit during the late 19th century - an era brimming with possibilities and dreams of finding that ultimate jackpot. Moving forward in time, we find ourselves perched atop Hawkins Hill Ridge in Hill End. B. O. Holtermann stands tall alongside Louis Beyers, their partnership symbolizing the pursuit of fortune amidst rugged landscapes. The glimmering neon signs lining Fremont Street in Las Vegas echo this same sentiment - beckoning visitors towards their own personal jackpots. The iconic establishments such as the Las Vegas Club and Pioneer Club stand proudly against Nevada's skyline; they have witnessed countless moments when luck smiled upon those who dared to take a chance. These venues embody both risk and reward - two sides of every jackpot story. Returning to history's embrace once more, we witness B. O. Holtermann surrounded by Richard Ormsby Kerr and Beyers themselves. Their camaraderie speaks volumes about shared aspirations for success – each man hoping to strike gold or discover that elusive nugget which would forever change their lives. And speaking of nuggets, there it is. The legendary Holtermann Nugget takes center stage within a black-and-white photograph from 1874-76. Its sheer size represents not only wealth but also the magnitude of what can be achieved when one uncovers life-changing treasures buried beneath layers of earth. Finally, our journey brings us full circle as we encounter Midas Mittens.