I think the dealer was trying to take advantage of someone who wasn't sure of its value.
1903 prices can get pretty high, in good shape, among the Curio & Relic list group. I don't think I've ever seen one that wasn't absolute junk (or a parts gun) that sold for anything like $150.
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