Makers / Jim Schmiedlin / Scaup/Bluebill
Jim Schmiedlin Bluebill Hen
Jim Schmiedlin Bluebill Hen Duck Decoy
$3,300
Brought, including buyer's premium
Hammer $2,750Estimate $1,500–$2,500over estimate
Sold 10 Oct 2026at Saturday Evening October 10th Decoy and Sporting Collectible Auction — GC DecoysBids 2
SpeciesScaup/BluebillConfigHenSize15"Carved1978Signedyes
The catalog record
Bradfordwoods, PA, glass eyes, hollow body, this decoy received new eyes & paint by Jim in 2001, some gunning wear, minor rubs, maker's initials "JAS" branded on bottom, this decoy was carved in 1978 & weighed 2lbs. 4oz., 15"L, est. 1,500-2,500
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Jim Schmiedlin Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $4,500 |
| 14 Feb 2026 | — | — | $8,100 |
| 7 Sep 2024 | Mint | — | $2,160 |
| Apr 2024 | Excellent | Original | $7,800 |
| Feb 2024 | — | Original | $3,900 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Jim Schmiedlin sales