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Rare Pair of Mallard Decoys by the Benz Decoy Co.

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Rare Pair of Mallard Decoys by the Benz Decoy Co.

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Rare pair of mallard decoys by the Benz Decoy Co., Jefferson City, MO. Ca 1925-1945. In XOC overall with surface crazing, some flaking on the breast of the drake, and cracked neck filler on both. Unusual combing and feather detail on the hen. Glass eyes. See "North American Factory Decoys" by Trayer, pg. 61-67. Provenance: Harvey Pitt Collection

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Rare Pair of Mallard Decoys by the Benz Decoy Co.

Name: Rare Pair of Mallard Decoys by the Benz Decoy Co.
SKU: 3267541
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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