Ep 13. Anaheim - Hour 1

Antiques Roadshow season 18 episode 13, titled "Anaheim - Hour 1," takes viewers to the city of Anaheim in California for a thrilling ride. This episode features keen-eyed expert appraisers who travel the world to evaluate antiques and collectibles brought in by people from all over the country. The show employs top-notch experts in various fields such as furniture, ceramics, glassware, paintings, and many more to appraise the treasures brought before them.

In the "Anaheim - Hour 1" episode, some of the remarkable discoveries that find their way to the show include a book given to a fan by the famous astronomer Carl Sagan, an extremely rare poster for the 1933 classic film King Kong, and a collection of immaculately preserved photographs showcasing the history of a family-run movie theater chain.

As usual, each appraisal tells a story and reveals the fascinating history behind every artifact and the individuals who owned them. The appraisers also give details about the worth and the historical significance of each item that comes their way.

In one of the segments of the show, a woman brings in an old silver box she inherited from her grandfather. As the experts on the show look closely at the box, they discover an inscription that reveals it was a gift from the Czar of Russia himself. They determine that the box was made by a famous Russian silversmith and estimate its value to be around $15,000-$20,000.

Another heartrending segment of the show features a man who brings in a collection of Indian Chief portraits that have been passed down in his family for generations. He relates that his ancestors befriended the chiefs and were able to capture the leaders' likeness on paper. The experts on the show marvel at the artwork and offer appraisals ranging from $30,000 to $50,000 for the entire collection.

In yet another segment, a woman brings in a charmingly grotesque clock adorned with a bronze statue of a devil. Her grandfather brought the clock from Germany after he fought in WWII. The area surrounding the clock is adorned with bronze work, and the brass clock face has been immaculately preserved. The experts declare the clock to be worth upwards of $7,000.

Apart from the antiques appraised, this episode also features events that occurred at Anaheim's hotels, which have seen significant moments in American history. Among them was the original Disneyland hotel, where the famous "I Have a Dream" Speech by Martin Luther King Jr. was penned.

As the show comes to a close, there is an uplifting segment where a woman brings in a collection of original animation cels from the entertainment franchise "The Flintstones." Along with the animations are a set of sound effect recordings done by the original cast, including the late legendary voice artist Mel Blanc.

Antiques Roadshow season 18 episode 13 "Anaheim - Hour 1" is a captivating episode that showcases just how much history and beauty can be found in antiques and collectibles. It is a tribute to the stories behind the artifacts and how significantly they influence our understanding of history and culture. The expert appraisals are thoroughly enjoyable, with tidbits of historical trivia sprinkled throughout the episode. Fans of the show and antiques mavens alike will undoubtedly find this episode both fascinating and engaging.