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Long Island Red-Breasted Merganser Drake Decoy

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Long Island Red-Breasted Merganser Drake Decoy

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Description

Long Island Red-Breasted Merganser Drake wood duck decoy, hand carved and hand painted, early 20th c., unsigned, 7" (height) x 16 1/2" (length)

Condition

Areas with wear and loss, missing 1 eye

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Long Island Red-Breasted Merganser Drake Decoy

Name: Long Island Red-Breasted Merganser Drake Decoy
SKU: 119674679
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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Starting Price $100

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