Ep 33. Teacher's Pet

In Pawn Stars season 4 episode 33, titled "Teacher's Pet," the pawnshop staff encounters a variety of unique items. The episode starts with a man bringing in a picket sign from the 1960s Civil Rights movement, which catches the attention of the shop's history buff, Rick. The sign features a powerful message and is in excellent condition, making it a valuable piece of American history.

Next, a woman comes in hoping to sell a rare Coca-Cola machine from the 1950s. Chumlee is excited about the possibility of adding the machine to his collection but worries about the mechanical state of the device. Rick and his team assess the machine and are surprised at how well it has been kept over the years. They consider making an offer, but seeing as they already have a Coca-Cola machine on display in the shop, they must carefully weigh the decision.

Later in the episode, a young man brings in an interesting sword that he believes belonged to a wealthy European landowner. Rick recognizes the sword immediately as a facon, a French hunting sword, which he values at a higher price than the owner anticipated. He volunteers to bring in an expert to help appraise the blade and determine its history, and the owner agrees to let them investigate further.

Finally, a man selling off a storage unit drops by to see if the pawnshop staff is interested in purchasing a drum set. Though Chumlee is not musically inclined, he sees potential in the drum set and believes that Rick will be interested in the piece. Surprisingly, Rick is impressed with the drums, recognizing the unique style of the set and the craftsmanship behind the design. The seller is pleasantly surprised when Rick makes an offer.

Throughout the episode, the Pawn Stars team continues to learn about the history and significance behind the items brought through their doors. Their knowledge and expertise allow them to assess each item's true value and negotiate fair deals with the sellers. The episode ends with the team once again gaining a deeper appreciation for the unique and interesting artifacts that come through their doors.

Overall, "Teacher's Pet" showcases the team's commitment to understanding both the historical and monetary value of the items they encounter. Fans of Pawn Stars and those interested in history and antiques will enjoy this episode's varied collection of items.