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RARE A. ELMER CROWELL WHITE-WINGED SCOTER DECOY East Harwich, Massachusetts, 1862-1952 Length

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RARE A. ELMER CROWELL WHITE-WINGED SCOTER DECOY East Harwich, Massachusetts, 1862-1952 Length

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Description

RARE A. ELMER CROWELL WHITE-WINGED SCOTER DECOY
East Harwich, Massachusetts, 1862-1952
Early 20th Century. Tack eyes. Ex Collection Cap Vinal.
Length 17î.

Condition

Original paint with wear age cracks

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RARE A. ELMER CROWELL WHITE-WINGED SCOTER DECOY East Harwich, Massachusetts, 1862-1952 Length

Name: RARE A. ELMER CROWELL WHITE-WINGED SCOTER DECOY East Harwich, Massachusetts, 1862-1952 Length
SKU: 156639943
Price: 750 USD
Availability: InStock