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Billy Ellis High Head Black Duck Decoy

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Whitby, Ontario. Billy Ellis (1866-1960). 1940's. High head with solid body construction. Near mint original paint. Very minor paint drying in the speculum area. Some repaint in the cork or plug area on the bottom of the decoy which was rigged for hunting but appears unused. Decoy is from the 1940â€™s in high condition from a very collectible maker. 6.75"H x 6.5"W x17.25"L.

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Billy Ellis High Head Black Duck Decoy

Name: Billy Ellis High Head Black Duck Decoy
SKU: 148168688
Price: 350 CAD
Availability: InStock

Estimate CA$400 - CA$600

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