Ep 19. Once a Pawn a Time in Hollywood
- TVPG
- May 17, 2021
- 40 min
In season 18 episode 19 of Pawn Stars, titled "Once a Pawn a Time in Hollywood," the team at the World Famous Gold and Silver Pawn Shop is presented with a variety of unique and valuable items. The episode begins with a seller bringing in a prop gun used in the iconic movie "Gone with the Wind." The expert team of the Pawn Stars must carefully examine the gun to determine its authenticity and value, as well as its potential marketability to collectors.
In addition to the movie prop gun, the team is also presented with a rare comic book collection featuring iconic characters such as Batman and Superman. The comic books are in pristine condition, but the seller hopes to get top dollar for the collection. The expert team must determine the value of the collection while negotiating a fair price that works for both the seller and the shop.
Later in the episode, a seller brings in an original painting by legendary artist Pablo Picasso. The painting is highly coveted by collectors and is valued at a staggering high price. The team must navigate the complexities of art valuation and negotiations to determine if they can find a buyer for the painting, and if so, at what price.
As the episode progresses, the team is also presented with an antique sword that has been passed down through generations of a family. The seller hopes to sell the sword for a high price, but the team must determine if it is a genuine antique and negotiate a price that works for both parties.
Finally, the team is presented with a rare vintage guitar that has been signed by top musicians of the 1970s rock era. The guitar has been well-preserved and could be worth thousands of dollars to the right collector. The Pawn Stars team must determine its authenticity, value, and marketability to potential buyers.
Throughout the episode, the team at the World Famous Gold and Silver Pawn Shop provides insight into the intricacies of antique and collectible valuation while also showcasing their negotiation skills. The "Once a Pawn a Time in Hollywood" episode of Pawn Stars is a must-watch for collectors, antique enthusiasts, and fans of the iconic reality show.