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Rare Herters Fish Spearing Decoy

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Waseca, MN, glass eyes, thin metal tail & fins, see similar example on pg. 95 of "Kimballs Vol. III" and pg. 102 of "Commercial Fish Decoys" by Frank Baron, hard to find, excellent condition, 6.25"L, est. 500 - 800

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Rare Herters Fish Spearing Decoy

Name: Rare Herters Fish Spearing Decoy
SKU: 139421448
Price: 1300 USD
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