Ep 16. Silver Stash Pawn

In season 13 episode 16 of the hit reality TV show Pawn Stars, titled Silver Stash Pawn, the team at the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop is in for a treat as they come across some truly unique and valuable items.

The episode kicks off with a seller bringing in a silver statue of the Hindu god Shiva. This particular statue is a rare find and is attributed to the renowned Indian jeweler, Oomersi Mawji. As they examine the statue, expert appraiser Mark Hall-Patton delves into the history and significance of the god Shiva in Hindu culture. The seller hopes to cash in on this unique piece and turns to Rick and the team to make a deal.

Next up, Corey and Chumlee have an opportunity to get their hands on a 1930s silver certificate that was once stored in the U.S. Treasury Building. The certificate is in great condition, and the seller is hoping to trade it in for some cash. The team calls in expert Johnny Jimenez Jr. to take a closer look. He explains how these certificates were once used as a form of currency and how they evolved over time. Corey and Chumlee must decide if they want to make an offer on this rare piece of American history.

As the episode continues, a customer brings in a vintage silver punch bowl set. The seller hopes to make a deal, but there's a catch. The punch bowl set comes with two silver cups that are engraved with the names "Harry" and "Bess." The team sets out to uncover the history behind these names and discovers that the cups may have belonged to President Harry Truman and his wife Bess Truman.

Lastly, a man walks into the shop with something that truly catches Rick's eye – a silver saddle. This beautiful piece of craftsmanship was created by famous Mexican saddle maker, Isidoro Espinoza. The seller tells Rick that he inherited the saddle from his grandfather, a rodeo champion who once rode with the likes of Gene Autry. The item sparks Rick's interest, and he must decide if he wants to make an offer for this one-of-a-kind piece.

Throughout the episode, we see the team at the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop play their roles in examining, appraising and negotiating deals on these unique silver items. As always, experts in the field share their knowledge and provide insight into the history and value of these rare finds.

Overall, Silver Stash Pawn is an exciting episode that showcases the team's expertise and passion for all things rare and valuable. From a vintage punch bowl set with presidential history to a beautiful Isidoro Espinoza silver saddle, this episode offers a little bit of everything for fans of the show. Tune in to see if these items make it off the shelves, and if Rick and the team can strike a deal.