Antiques Roadshow Season 7 Episode 16 Charlotte - Hour 1
- November 17, 2003
In the sixteenth episode of the seventh season of Antiques Roadshow, titled "Charlotte - Hour 1," host Mark L. Walberg and appraiser Wes Cowan welcome a variety of guests to the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. As always, they bring their prized possessions, hoping to learn more about their history and potential value.
One of the standout items in this episode is a stunning diamond and platinum ring, brought in by a woman who inherited it from her grandmother. The appraiser values it at a whopping $80,000 to $100,000, much to the owner's delight and surprise.
Another guest brings in a set of 19th-century steamer trunks that have been passed down through generations of her family. The appraiser notes that the trunks were likely owned by affluent travelers and could be worth upwards of $3,000 to $4,000.
A man with a passion for antique firearms brings in a pair of 18th-century pistols, which he acquired from a family friend. The appraiser notes that the pistols were likely used by a military officer and could fetch around $10,000 at auction.
Other noteworthy items in this episode include a Tiffany & Co. brooch worth $5,000 to $7,000, a collection of vintage movie posters worth $15,000 to $20,000, and a rare piece of artwork by Salvador Dali valued at $50,000 to $75,000.
As always, the appraisers on Antiques Roadshow provide fascinating insights into the history and value of these treasured items, offering a glimpse into the past and helping their owners better understand their family legacies.