A few examples of appraisal values for
MIGRATORY BIRD

• PINTAIL"Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951) Sonoma,
  PINTAIL"Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951) Sonoma, CA, c. 1915 18 in. long A classic early Janson decoy with raised wing tips and a flat bottom. This decoy may have been used in Janson's early market-gunning rig prior to the passing of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. In repaint with moderate gunning wear. Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, p. 142, related carvings illustrated. Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 107, related carvings illustrated.
• ANTIQUE IRON SINKBOX BLIND DUCK DECOYAn
  ANTIQUE IRON SINKBOX BLIND DUCK DECOYAn early 20th century duck decoy made of solid cast iron, used to weigh down and ballast a floating blind. Flat bottom. This method of game hunting was banned in the United States by the Migratory Bird Act of 1918. Measures 5.5 x 13.5 x 5.25 inches, and weighs 23 pounds. Condition Good condition, with some surface pitting.
• (12) MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING STAMPSCollection
  (12) MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING STAMPSCollection of 12 Federal Duck Stamps, 9 of 12 signed. shipping info This lot can be shipped in-house.
• MAYNARD REECE, AMERICAN 1920-2020, MIGRATORY
  MAYNARD REECE, AMERICAN 1920-2020, MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING STAMP, 1959, ENGRAVING, SIGHT: 9 1/2 X 7 IN., FRAME: 15 1/8 X 13 1/4 IN.MAYNARD REECE, AMERICAN, 1920-2020 MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING STAMP, 1959, Engraving Signed and dated in pencil l/r Engraving Dimensions: Sight: 9 1/2 x 7 in., Frame: 15 1/8 x 13 1/4 in.
• RICHARD BISHOP'S MIGRATORY BIRD COLLECTOR
  RICHARD BISHOP'S MIGRATORY BIRD COLLECTOR PERMITSTwo of Richard Bishop's migratory bird collector permits, together with a group of his personal wildfowl stamps. Provenance: Estate of the artist. In-House shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Some with heavier wear.
• , AMERICAN 20TH CENTURY, GROUP OF U.S.
  , AMERICAN 20TH CENTURY, GROUP OF U.S. POSTAGE STAMP BIRD PRINTS, 1940S TO 1950S, PRINTAMERICAN, 20TH CENTURY GROUP OF U.S. POSTAGE STAMP BIRD PRINTS, 1940s TO 1950s, Print Each signed and titled in pencil, titles include: Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp, 1941-42, E.R. Kalinbach; Duck Stamp Design - 1948, Maynard Reece; 1944-45 Duck Stamp Design (15/90, 3rd edition), Walter Weber; Federal Duck Stamp Design, 1958-9, Leslie Kouba (5) Print
• AIDEN LASSELL RIPLEY, AMERICAN 1896-1969,
  AIDEN LASSELL RIPLEY, AMERICAN 1896-1969, AMERICAN WIDGEON, MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING STAMP, 1942, ETCHINGAIDEN LASSELL RIPLEY, AMERICAN, 1896-1969 AMERICAN WIDGEON, MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING STAMP, 1942, Etching Signed at lower right, titled lower left, mounted with stamp, black frame; verso with label from Abercrombie & Fitch Co. stating it is 'Signed artist's proof edition limited' Etching
• Kirkman (Frederick B) The British Bird
  Kirkman (Frederick B) The British Bird Book, An Account of all the Birds, Nests and Eggs Found in the British Isles, vols 1-3, 1st edition, Edinburgh: T C & E C Jack, 1911-13, 201 mainly colour plates, original buff cloth, royal 4to and Halliday (W) The Book of Migratory Birds
• FRANK WESTON BENSON (1862-1951, MASSACHUSETTS)framed
  FRANK WESTON BENSON (1862-1951, MASSACHUSETTS)framed and glazed etching depicting three Canada geese taking flight. Signed lower left. Sight size 3 1/2" x 5 1/4". Comes with migratory bird hunting stamp, $1, dated June 30, 1936, and hand signed by Ralph Scott, sight size 1 1/2" x 2". Overall with frame 12" x 12".
• TWO FEDERAL DUCK STAMP PRINTS. ''Buffleheads
  TWO FEDERAL DUCK STAMP PRINTS. ''Buffleheads in Flight'' print by Maynard Reece (b.1920). Signed in pencil lower right ''Maynard Reece'' lower left ''Duck Stamp Design - 1948''. Matted with a U.S. Department of the Interior Migratory Bird Stamp depicting Reece's design. Framed 17'' h. 16 1/2'' w. and ''Harlequin Ducks'' print by John H. Dick (1919-1995). Signed in ink lower right ''John H. Dick'' lower left ''Duck Stamp Design 1952''. Matted with a U.S. Department of the Interior Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp depicting the same design. Framed 17 1/2'' h. 16 1/2'' w. Both with labels on revese from Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Yellowing foxing.
• Three Federal duck stamp prints: "Green-Winged
  Three Federal duck stamp prints: "Green-Winged Teal", 1939, with stamp, signed lower right "Lynn Bogue Hunt" (American, 1878-1960) and inscribed "#57 Federal Duck Stamp 1939", lithograph, image 7-3/4 x 11 in.; "Black Ducks", 1940, with stamp, signed lower right "T.L. Jaques" (Frances Lee Jaques, American, 1887-1969) and inscribed in pencil "Federal Duck Stamp Design 1940", lithograph, image 7-1/4 x 10 in.; "Ruddy Ducks", 1941, with stamp, signed lower right "E.R. Kalmbach" (Edwin Richard Kalmbach, American, 1884-1972) and inscribed in pencil "Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp 1941-42", fine-grain gravure, plate 7 x 9 in., all with North Carolina Museum of Art label verso; black-painted wood frames. All with light toning, hinged in, stamps tacked to backings, not examined out of frames; frames with abrasions.
• Wright, Lindbergh, MacCracken album:
  Wright, Lindbergh, MacCracken album: 19 vintage wire service photos, Charles Lindbergh and his plane "Spirit of St. Louis", most backstamped "© 1927, Pacific & Atlantic Photos, Inc." with editorial notes, 10 x 8 in., creases, toning, minor losses ; partly printed Wright Brothers Day, 1970 Presidential proclamation, signed "Richard Nixon" in black ink, 14 x 10 in., minor creases and soiling ; partly printed document certifying William P. MacCracken, Jr., Assistant Commerce Secretary, as delegate to the Inter-American Commission on Commercial Aviation, signed "Frank B. Kellogg" as Secretary of State, April 26, 1927, 14 x 17 in., central fold, minor stains ; five typed letters to Mr. And/or Mrs. William P. MacCracken: invitation, October 28, 1949, signed "Alben W. Barkley" as Vice President; June 18, 1960, signed "Mamie Doud Eisenhower" as First lady, and January 30, 1970, signed "Mamie Eisenhower"; February 8, 1960, signed "Nelson Rockefeller" as New York Governor; August 9, 1960, signed "[Henry] Cabot L. [Lodge]";1939-40 migratory bird hunting license, signed W.P. MacCracken, Jr." across affixed $1 stamp; two Lindbergh air mail postal covers, one posted Springfield, Illinois to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, February 20-21, 1928, cacheted "Commemorating His Return to the Air Mail Service" above his photo, 4-1/4 x 6-5/8 in., back flap loose but present , one posted Little Falls, Minnesota to New York, June 18-22, 1927, 3-1/2 x 6-1/2 in.; seven early 20th century French postcards depicting the Wright Brothers' biplane, 3-1/2 x 5-1/4 in., two posted, minor losses ; two 1932 newspapers reporting the Lindbergh kidnapping, tears, losses ; several related modern items, all in archival sleeves housed in green leather "Presidential" album, with gilt border and title, by Exposures, 14-1/2 x 13 in. (58 items). Collection of H. Donald Nelson, Williamsburg, Virginia.