Anything like an Altec Model 19

The Model 14 is a better approximation of the Model 19's voicing and presentation than is the A7, in my opinion.

PiSpeakers are excellent, and I consider Wayne Parham to be one of my teachers. The reason for the per-speaker pricing is that a lot of people buy three, with home theater in mind. I have a pretty good idea of the cost of the components Wayne uses, and his profit margins are quite modest.

Duke
dealer/manufacturer

How about a Valencia?

Danley Sound Labs is ten hours away. They have a listening room and their speakers are supposed to be very good.

What is the going price for a pair of Mint Altec Model 19's?

I have heard Pi speakers more than once, and I would have to strongly disagree that they sound anything like a good pair of Altecs. I would say a different model of Altecs would be the way to go, there are always a few pairs on offer here.

I would also add that Duke is being modest - his speakers sound quite a bit better than Pi, IMO. I was very underwhelmed by the Pi's I have heard, and I found Duke a much nicer guy to talk to, as well.