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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Ken Dorney, post: 3705364, member: 76086&quot;]Slavey&#039;s coins proved to be so popular that yep, they were in turn copied by others.&nbsp; And of course some used them to produce other second and third generation fakes, but in general they would not fool most.&nbsp; More convincing were his coins that were artificially worn down and corroded, banged up, etc.&nbsp; When in such a state some can and often do look genuine at a casual glance.</p><p><br /></p><p>What would he think?&nbsp; I have no idea.&nbsp; He&#039;s probably still around, about age 70.&nbsp; I think he would likely be pleased that so many appreciated his work and found them collectible.&nbsp; I dont think there was ever much of a financial motive for him as they originally sold at retail between $5 - 10.&nbsp; His cut must have been maybe $1 per coin.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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