Lot 0331

Golden Plover Decoy

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Item Details

Description

Golden Plover
Nantucket, MA, c. 1890
10 in. long

A two-piece Nantucket plover with wire bill.
Original paint with even gunning wear.

Condition

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Golden Plover Decoy

Name: Golden Plover Decoy
SKU: 155707312
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $1,400

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