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Ruddy Turnstone Decoy from the Mid-Atlantic

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Ruddy Turnstone Decoy from the Mid-Atlantic

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Item Details

Description

Ruddy Turnstone Decoy
Mid-Atlantic, c. 1900
9 in. long

A rare turnstone which has been attributed to Virginia by some. A cross is incised by the stick hole.
Original paint with moderate gunning wear.

Provenance: Joe French Collection
Schiller Martin Collection
Collectable Old Decoys
Private Collection

Size
9 in. long

Condition
Original paint with moderate gunning wear.

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Ruddy Turnstone Decoy from the Mid-Atlantic

Name: Ruddy Turnstone Decoy from the Mid-Atlantic
SKU: 176456548
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,200 - $1,800

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Starting Price $600

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