Auction Kings Season 3 Episode 24 Wild West Memorabilia/NFL Helmet
- TV-PG
- August 30, 2012
- 21 min
In season 3 episode 24 of Auction Kings, the team at Gallery 63 tackles a range of unique and collectible items. Up first are a variety of Wild West memorabilia pieces, including an authentic saddle with provenance from legendary cowboy Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show. Also up for auction is a rare Colt revolver with a unique history, a Colt Model 1877 Lightning with a very limited production run.
Next, Paul Brown, the expert in sports memorabilia, brings in a rare item from the NFL: a 1969 Baltimore Colts Championship helmet signed by legendary quarterback Johnny Unitas. This piece has significant historical and monetary value as Unitas was an icon in both Baltimore and the NFL itself. The team will need to handle this piece with care and diligence to ensure it sells for the highest possible price.
As always, the team faces challenges as they prepare for the auction. The saddle comes with some controversy over its authenticity, and Colonel Oliver North's visit puts a spotlight on the pressure Gallery 63 faces and the importance of getting the items sold for the highest price possible.
During the auction, auctioneer Paul Brown works his magic, keeping the bids rolling and the crowd engaged. The first item up is the Wild West saddle, and the bidding is intense. The controversy over the saddle's authenticity seems to have little effect on the bids, and the final price shocks everyone.
The Colt revolver draws similar interest, with bidding exceeding expectations. The rarity of this particular model sets it apart from other collectible firearms, making it an exciting and very competitive auction item.
Finally, it's the moment everyone's been waiting for as the Johnny Unitas helmet goes up for auction. Paul hypes up the crowd, noting the rarity and significance of the piece, and the bidding begins with a bang. Bidders from all over the country show interest, and the final price exceeds the team's expectations.
Overall, the episode is a fascinating glimpse into the world of auctions and the importance of properly valuing and marketing unique and rare items. From the Wild West to the modern NFL, the team at Gallery 63 proves that there's value in every piece of memorabilia if it's handled correctly.