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Jim Schmiedlin Surf Scoter
Jim Schmiedlin (1945-2015) Bradford Woods, PA, 1982

$1,560
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$3,000under estimate
Sold 16 Feb 2018at The Winter Sale 2018 — Copley
SpeciesScoterSize16.25"PaintOriginalCarved1982
The catalog record
Jim Schmiedlin (1945-2015) Bradford Woods, PA, 1982 16 1/4 in. long
This hollow decoy is marked with the maker’s "Return for Reward" note and penciled inscribed on the underside. Original paint with gunning wear.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Jim Schmiedlin Scoters to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,520 |
| Jun 2026 | — | Original | $2,280 |
| 16 May 2026 | — | — | $3,360 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $5,100 |
| Nov 2025 | Mint | — | $4,500 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Jim Schmiedlin sales