Fakes, reproductions, replicas, an investigative report, by Harry Ridgeway

Fakes, reproductions, replicas,
New York SNY oval plates, Federal plates 535 to 550

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Original was die stamped, lead filled, large and small size, buckles and boxplates.

F1469      SNY oval, manufactured by S&S Firearms  
 
Plate is close to the original.  This sutler sells this plate as a buckle, boxplate or the skin only, so it can easily be filled with any backing or hooks of choice. 
Buckle measures 54.5mm x 87mm   

Editor note: Plate was obtained directly from S&S Firearms, as a sample of their production to be used in this presentation. 

F1164   "SNY" oval buckle 
  
"AUCTION IS FOR A 100% GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC CIVIL WAR SNY " STATE NEW YORK" LEADBACK PUPPY PAW BUCKLE. THIS IS A NON-DUG BUCKLE. BUCKLE HAS A BEAUTIFUL PATINA AND IS IN WONDERFUL SHAPE. THIS PLATE IS ONE OF MANY PURCHASED FROM A LONG TIME ONE-OWNER COLLECTION. PLATE WAS PURCHASED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER AT A NASHVILLE CIVIL WAR SHOW BACK IN THE 80's. PLEASE EMAIL WITH ANY QUESTIONS, US SHIPPING WILL BE $6.00....... 3 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE INSPECTION PERIOD WILL BE ALLOWED"

Source: ebay auction by vintage_comics_and_collectibles, 8/8/06 " GENUINE CIVIL WAR SNY NON-DUG LEADBACK PUPPY PAW PLATE Item number: 250014420872

Editor note:  This seller sells on ebay auction under "Private Auction".   It is highly doubtful this piece can be shown to be authentic.

F1202   "SNY" oval boxplate 
 
"Send me your best offer. Hello folks and thanks for looking at my auction. Here is a Civil War State of New York SNY lead filled box plate in fine condition. This fine example was purchased at the 2004 Nashville Civil War show by myself. I purchased many fine plates that year. The plate is excavated but I don't know the exact location or date of excavation. I am sad to say that I must sell off many of my prized relics as I have been recently diagnosed with diabetes and must pay hospital bills.

The belt plate is brass showing a very nice patina. The very diserable "chocolate" patina is seen on much of the belt plate. There is minimal pitting and loss of brass. The measurements of the belt plate are correct, approximately 85mm wide by 54mm tall.

The box plate is 100% guaranteed to be authentic from the Civil War era. The winner has a 10 day inspection period for return minus shipping and insurance costs. I have set a very reasonable buy it now price. Send me an offer if you like. Please bid with confidence, this belt plate is right as rain!

I will accept certified funds for payment. Money order or cashier check. I will also accept a personal check but must have a short waiting period for the check to clear the account. I am sorry but I do not accept Paypal. Shipping and handling cost is $8 to the USA. Insurance is required and will be calculated at the close of the auction. International bidders are encouraged to bid. I will answer any quesions you may have, just email me. Thanks for your attention and good luck."

Source: ebay auction 10/18/06 by "myoldrelics ( private )":Original Civil War SNY New York Box Plate Lead Fill 100% Authentic Low Reserve Excavated Plate Item number: 130036205333

Editor note:  This seller sells on ebay auction under "Private Auction".  It is highly doubtful this piece can be shown to be authentic.

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