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Extremely rare bluewing teal iron sink box decoy.

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Extremely rare bluewing teal iron sink box decoy.

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Description

Extremely rare bluewing teal iron sink box decoy. Possibly the only known sink box decoy after the work of George Petersen, Detroit, Michigan. Measures 10.75" long.

Provenance:
Charlie Hunter, III collection.

Condition

Old paint, worn mostly to a primer coat with rusting; holes form the casting in the underside back and one side.

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Extremely rare bluewing teal iron sink box decoy.

Name: Extremely rare bluewing teal iron sink box decoy.
SKU: 115042758
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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Starting Price $1,000

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