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LINDSEY LEVY MERGANSER HEN DECOY Little Tancook Island, Nova Scotia, 1892-1980 Length 15.5”.

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LINDSEY LEVY MERGANSER HEN DECOY Little Tancook Island, Nova Scotia, 1892-1980 Length 15.5”.

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Description

LINDSEY LEVY MERGANSER HEN DECOY
Little Tancook Island, Nova Scotia, 1892-1980
Original paint with gunning wear.
Length 15.5”.
Illustrated:
Decoys: A North American Survey by Gene and Linda Kangas.

Condition

Minor tail chips and wear

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LINDSEY LEVY MERGANSER HEN DECOY Little Tancook Island, Nova Scotia, 1892-1980 Length 15.5”.

Name: LINDSEY LEVY MERGANSER HEN DECOY Little Tancook Island, Nova Scotia, 1892-1980 Length 15.5”.
SKU: 124326730
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,400 - $1,800

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Starting Price $700

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