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at the toshio sakai seminar, that ZNA and Russ peters helped sponsor, some wonderful showas went for 200-250 in a silent auction. so as mike says you do have to look around.
two of the 3 showas pictured were GR and i can't tell quality from picture
so can't do a fair job of critiqueing....don't get discouraged. I have seen some decent isa tateshita that go for around $100.
I know my local dealer has some single A type showa coming in from toshio
again this year that will go for $225.00.
when hunting koi think of the object as the fun of the hunt, actually getting a koi is a bonus. that way it will take the pressure off instant gratification and put the emphasis on learning quality and pricing (where it should be )
have you thought to check with some domestic breeders? I know you can do better on price and quality at Nisei, Purdin, lotusland, or Brett's.
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