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LOT 5

A rare "Fantail" mascot by F. Bazin, French, 1920s,

Sold for US$1,275 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 5

A rare "Fantail" mascot by F. Bazin, French, 1920s,

A rare "Fantail" mascot by F. Bazin, French, 1920s,

stamped on the back, nickel plated bronze, 6 inches high, mounted on a period radiator cap.

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The Fantail is a popular breed of fancy pigeon. It is characterized by a fan-shaped tail composed of 30 to 40 feathers, abnormally more than most members of the pigeon family. Fancy pigeon is a term which refers to any breed of domestic pigeon, bred by pigeon fanciers for various traits relating to size, shape, color, and behavior, who often exhibit their birds at pigeon shows, fairs and other livestock events.

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