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Mackey Verity Turnstone Flattie Decoy

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Item Details

Description

Mackey Verity Turnstone Flattie
Seaford, Long Island, NY, c. 1880
8 in. long

A rare Verity family turnstone with the Mackey Collection stamp on the underside.
Old working paint with moderate gunning wear.

Provenance: William J. Mackey Jr. Collection
Wade and Sharon Wander Collection

Condition

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Mackey Verity Turnstone Flattie Decoy

Name: Mackey Verity Turnstone Flattie Decoy
SKU: 155701670
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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Starting Price $50

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