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Golden Plover and Sandpiper Decoys from New Jersey

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Golden Plover and Sandpiper Decoys from New Jersey

Item Details

Description

An 11 inch Green-Backed or Golden Plover decoy attributed Capt. Dan Showell from Absecon, NJ. Original paint with wear, a tight crack, some flaking and a bill tip chip.

Condition

Provenance: Provided by William Mackey at the time of purchase from him in the 1960s. A 12 inch Sandpiper decoy with a metal bill. In a mix of original and old in-use touch-up paint with even wear.

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Golden Plover and Sandpiper Decoys from New Jersey

Name: Golden Plover and Sandpiper Decoys from New Jersey
SKU: 172689199
Price: 425 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $800

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Starting Price $100

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