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An X-Ray of an Antique Duck Decoy

A historic wooden duck decoy is imaged with x-rays. The nails, construction, and lead paint show up clearly in the image. This type of image is often used to establish age of duck decoys. Note the buck shot, or lead bullets still in the duck decoy.

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Copyright: Ted Kinsman / Science Source Inc.
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A historic wooden duck decoy is imaged with x-rays. The nails, construction, and lead paint show up clearly in the image. This type of image is often used to establish age of duck decoys. Note the buck shot, or lead bullets still in the duck decoy.