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Early Period Herter Black Duck

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Early period Herter Black Duck Decoy with a turned head. This is one of the rare very early cloth covered decoys with the printed feather patterns. In very good original condition. Provenance: Sears family, Cape Cod Literature: North American Factory Decoys by Trayer

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Early Period Herter Black Duck

Name: Early Period Herter Black Duck
SKU: 109655288
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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Starting Price $100

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