Dickinson's Real Deal Season 10 Episode 17 Episode 17
- April 16, 2014
- 44 min
Dickinson's Real Deal is a British antiques television programme, and season 10 episode 17 of this popular show is titled Episode 17.
The show is hosted by David Dickinson, an expert antiques dealer and his team of professional dealers who travel around the UK to buy and sell items with members of the public. In this particular episode, they visit St. Albans in Hertfordshire and hope to uncover some real hidden gems.
This episode starts off with David and his dealers meeting some locals who have brought along their antiques for valuation and sale. The dealers have to quickly appraise the items and decide whether to make an offer or move on to the next item. The show has a lot of tension as people try to sell their items for the highest possible price, and a lucrative deal can cause excitement and celebration.
The first item up for valuation is a ceramic vase, and the dealer makes a decent offer on it. Next, a lady brings along a collection of watches, and the dealers have to decide which one is the most valuable of them all. They take their time to examine the watches and talk about their features, as they must be absolutely certain of their value before putting in an offer.
As the episode continues, one of the dealers takes a particular interest in a collection of WWII memorabilia and military items. This segment gives the audience a rare insight into what sought after items from that era are. The dealer is quite excited, and viewers can tell that he’s keen on making a deal. But, the seller is not yet prepared to part with her items.
Finally, an unusual item surfaces - a quirky costume jewellery box in the shape of a cake. The seller appears quite attached to it, but still agrees to sell, and David and the dealers make an offer on it.
Throughout the show, the dealers offer their wise advice to those selling items. They talk about what to look for when buying vintage items, and which kinds of antiques and collectables are worth investing in. There are also some good debates on the market value of certain items.
The excitement builds as the deals are made, and the seller’s reactions are a mix of excitement and sometimes regret. The drama comes to an end with all of the successful deals announced, and the audience discovers just how profitable the dealers were in St. Albans.
Overall, season 10 episode 17 of Dickinson's Real Deal is a must-see if you have ever been interested in antiques or collectables. The show provides a great insight into the values of certain items, how dealers operate, and a reflection of the buying public. The episodes are never the same, and there are always things to discover!