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Verity Family Black Bellied Plover
Andrew "Grubie" Verity (1881-1976) Seaford, NY, c. 1900
$900
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500under estimate
Sold Jul 2026at Copley, July 2026
SpeciesPloverSize11.5"
The catalog record
Andrew "Grubie" Verity (1881-1976) Seaford, NY, c. 1900 11 1/2 in. long
This is among the more dynamic and stylish decoy forms to emanate from Long Island. It has strong raised wing carving and the underside has a "J.M." brand. Old working paint with heavy gunning wear, check in right side, and original indentation to left.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Verity Family Plovers to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $270 |
| Jul 2026 | — | — | $1,680 |
| Feb 2026 | — | — | $21,600 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $3,000 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $2,040 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Verity Family sales