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Carved Working Red-Breasted Merganser Decoy

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Carved Working Red-Breasted Merganser Decoy

Item Details

Description

Carved and Painted Working Red-Breasted Merganser Decoy. Mounted on a metal stand. Duch: H: 9.5 in., W: 18.25 in., D: 4.5 in.

Condition

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Dimensions

9.5 x 18.25 x 4.5 in

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Carved Working Red-Breasted Merganser Decoy

Name: Carved Working Red-Breasted Merganser Decoy
SKU: 174736229
Price: 125 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $250

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Starting Price $70

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