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(2) EARLY PRIMITIVE WORKING DECOYS

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Description

(1) In original red paint and horseshoe weight. Unusual form on white painted decoy. Largest measures 14 inches long. Condition: Losses to red example

Condition

Losses to red example

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(2) EARLY PRIMITIVE WORKING DECOYS

Name: (2) EARLY PRIMITIVE WORKING DECOYS
SKU: 134249531
Price: 125 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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Starting Price $100

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