$6,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,000–$1,500over estimate
Sold Jul 2026at Copley, July 2026
SpeciesPloverSize9.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Coffin Family Nantucket, MA, c. 1870 9 1/2 in. long
A two-piece plover with vibrant green and white plumage. Original paint with light gunning wear and repair to bill tip.
Literature: John and Shirley Delph, "New England Decoys," Exton, PA, 1990, p. 128, exact decoy illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Coffin Family Plovers to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $1,500 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $281 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $900 |
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $720 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Coffin Family sales