Ep 5. Iwo Jima Sword/Cathouse Chairs

In season 1 episode 5 of Auction Kings, titled "Iwo Jima Sword/Cathouse Chairs," the auction house receives two unique items that are sure to attract attention from buyers and history enthusiasts alike.

The episode begins with the arrival of a Japanese samurai sword from the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II. The sword is accompanied by several documents of authentication, and the auction house staff begin researching its origins and potential value. However, the sword's dark past and connection to the war prove to be an emotional challenge for some of the team.

Meanwhile, two ornate chairs from a historic cathouse also arrive at the auction house. These chairs are suggested to have been used by infamous madams during the early 20th century. However, authenticating the chairs' origin proves to be difficult, and the team must get creative in their research methods.

Throughout the episode, tensions rise as the auction draws closer and the team must negotiate with buyers and determine the appropriate starting bids for these unique items. The sword proves to be a hot commodity, with potential buyers coming from as far as Japan to get their hands on a piece of history. However, the cathouse chairs prove to be a harder sell, forcing the team to think outside the box in their marketing tactics.

In the end, the enthusiasm and careful research from the auction house team pay off as the sword and chairs are both sold to satisfied buyers for impressive prices. The episode ends with a sense of pride and accomplishment for the team, who successfully navigated the challenges and controversies surrounding these items.