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Pawn Stars: "Not a Penny More!" (Rick's Toughest Negotiation of ALL TIME)

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The text discusses various historical items such as a Civil War sword, World War II jacket, and antique camera, highlighting their significance, origin, and potential value. Numerous negotiations take place as experts authenticate, assess, and discuss the historical worth of these items, leading to sales at varying prices based on their rarity and appeal to collectors.

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  • The Civil War sword was a commemorative piece related to the Trent affair, highlighting the political nature of the conflict rather than a battle, with significant historical importance during negotiations.
  • The calliope, a Tangley Model CA43, required restoration but held substantial value, estimated at $10,000 post-modernization, showcasing its appeal to a broad audience and as a valuable antique.
  • The 16mm camera, identified as a Burnt Maurer model, was authenticated by an expert, with a signature from a well-known figure increasing its value to around $2,600-$2,700, demonstrating its rarity and historical significance.

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  • What is the historical significance of the Civil War sword?

    The Civil War sword commemorates the Trent affair, where Confederate envoys Mason and Slidell were taken prisoner off the British ship Trent, nearly leading to war with England. The sword, though not used in battle, symbolizes the political tensions and potential conflict during the Civil War era.

  • What is the value of the World War II leather jacket?

    The World War II leather jacket, believed to be from the Hellhawks Army Air Corps but confirmed to be from a Marine Corps group, VMF-213, is rare and valuable. Despite concerns about its origin, the jacket's historical significance contributes to its worth, leading to a negotiation for sale at a lower price due to its unique background.

  • What is the estimated value of the calliope and its restoration costs?

    The Tangley Model CA43 calliope, made in 1924, requires restoration with estimated costs of around $1,000 for woodworking and $2,000-3,000 for a compressor. Once modernized, the calliope could potentially be resold for $10,000, showcasing its value as a valuable antique with broad appeal.

  • What is the potential value of the Burnt Maurer 16mm camera?

    The Burnt Maurer 16mm camera, identified as potentially valuable due to its rarity and historical significance, is estimated to be worth $2,000, with a potential value of up to $10,000 depending on its condition and grading. The authentication of a signature on a photo further increases its value, highlighting its appeal to collectors.

  • What is the significance of the Marc Chagall print and its value?

    The Marc Chagall print, confirmed to be authentic and linked to Chagall's lithography work, is valued at $8,000 in a gallery setting. Despite negotiations leading to a sale for $4,500, the print's significance and authenticity contribute to its worth, making it a desirable piece for art collectors.

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Summary

00:00

Confederate Sword, WWII Jacket, Rare Coin

  • Civil War sword commemorating the Trent affair sent by Confederate President Jefferson Davis, James M. Mason, and John Slidell taken prisoner off the British ship Trent.
  • Sword not used in battle; envoys Mason and Slidell were politicians, not fighters.
  • Mason commissioned the sword for Slidell; both were Confederate envoys arrested by the Union.
  • Trent affair nearly led to war with England; North considered Mason and Slidell traitors.
  • Sword's historical significance discussed during negotiation for sale.
  • World War II leather jacket brought in for sale; concerns raised about its origin.
  • Jacket believed to be from the Hellhawks Army Air Corps; expert consulted for verification.
  • Jacket confirmed to be from a Marine Corps group, VMF-213, making it rare and valuable.
  • Negotiation for jacket's sale concludes with a lower price due to historical significance.
  • Coin from 1861 with a C mint mark from Charlotte found to be authentic and valued at $15,000.

16:35

Antique Calliope and Camera: Valuable Finds

  • The calliope is a Tangley Model CA43 made in 1924 by the Tangley Calliope Company, marketed as an air Calliope for compressed air use.
  • The case accompanying the calliope is for transporting the pipes, which are graduated in size.
  • The calliope requires restoration, with the front needing replacement and some keys not functioning correctly.
  • The seller is asking for half the restored value, priced at $5,600.
  • An expert is consulted to assess the calliope's restoration needs and potential value.
  • Restoration costs are estimated at around $1,000 for woodworking and $2,000-3,000 for a compressor, with a potential resale value of $10,000 once modernized.
  • The calliope is considered a valuable antique with significant appeal to a wide audience.
  • The seller negotiates the price down to $4,000 for the calliope.
  • The 16mm camera is identified as a Burnt Maurer model, potentially valuable due to its rarity and historical significance.
  • The camera's value is estimated at $2,000, with the potential to reach up to $10,000 depending on its condition and grading.

31:51

"Expert authenticates valuable items, negotiates fair prices"

  • The expert is called in to authenticate a signature on a photo, which is confirmed to be genuine.
  • The signature is identified as belonging to a well-known figure, increasing the photo's value to around $2,600-$2,700.
  • The photo is from the movie "Citizen Kane," making it more desirable due to its iconic status.
  • Negotiations lead to the photo being sold for $1,500, a fair price considering its potential value.
  • A Marc Chagall print is presented, with the expert highlighting its significance and potential worth of around $1,000.
  • The print is confirmed to be authentic, linked to Chagall's lithography work, and valued at $8,000 in a gallery setting.
  • Negotiations result in the print being sold for $4,500, a significant increase from the initial offer.
  • A pair of Scottish blades are examined, with one identified as a reproduction and the other as authentic and worth $800-$1,200.
  • The authentic Scottish dagger is sold for $500 after negotiations with the expert.
  • A Rokon Trail Breaker off-road motorcycle is brought in, showcasing its unique features like two-wheel drive and gas-filled tires, with a potential value for collectors.

46:24

"Restored Rokon Trail Breaker and Silver Flatware"

  • The individual is interested in purchasing an item without a carburetor, possibly for a motorcycle, at the right price.
  • The potential buyer offers $2,000 for the item, but the seller counters with $500 due to the item needing extensive repairs.
  • The buyer agrees to the $500 price and plans to take the item to a repair expert named Rick Dale.
  • Rick Dale successfully repairs the item, a Rokon Trail breaker, despite facing challenges due to its age and lack of available parts.
  • The restoration cost for the Rokon Trail breaker is $2,800, but Rick Dale estimates it can be sold for $5,000.
  • The buyer is pleased with the outcome and excited to ride the repaired item.
  • A seller presents a collection of Allen Adler sterling silver flatware to a potential buyer, hoping to sell it for $6,800.
  • The potential buyer negotiates the price down to $3,800 due to the effort required to sell the partial set.
  • The buyer eventually agrees to sell the flatware for $3,850, lower than the initial asking price.
  • The seller encounters challenges in selling a collection of 1950s Western toys, eventually agreeing to sell the collection for $9,500, below the desired $15,000.

01:01:15

High-Value Art, Coins, and Memorabilia Auctioned

  • The K in Herring's work is a leftover from his tagging days, symbolizing consumerism and religion.
  • Herring's work, incorporating crosses, is considered legitimate and valuable, akin to pop art like Andy Warhol's.
  • Negotiations for Herring's pieces reach a potential value of $40-50,000 each in a New York gallery.
  • A rare 1809 $5 gold coin, valued at $31,500, is discussed for sale due to its historical significance.
  • The coin's rarity stems from being one of the first U.S. mint coins, with a unique engraving error.
  • Negotiations for the coin's sale fluctuate between $25,000 and $27,500 due to market value changes.
  • A college football championship ring set, including a national championship ring, is valued at $40,000.
  • The rings, limited in value by NCAA rules, are sold for $40,000 due to their significance in Alabama football.
  • A Shelby Cobra car couch, valued at $400, is sold despite expectations of a higher price.
  • Senator McCarron's chair, linked to significant U.S. history, is appraised and potentially valued at $7,000.

01:16:07

"Valuable Artifacts Acquired for Museum Collection"

  • The U.S. Air Force was a rabid anti-communist entity.
  • A chair with casters and the right age and patina was deemed authentic by an expert.
  • The chair belonged to Patrick McCarron and was considered a valuable addition to a museum collection.
  • The chair was purchased for $3,100 to be displayed in a museum in Vegas.
  • A 1962 American League All-Star team signed baseball was presented for evaluation.
  • The baseball featured signatures of Yogi Berra, Mickey Mantle, and Roger Maris, among others.
  • The expert confirmed the authenticity of Roger Maris's signature but noted Clubhouse signatures for Berra and Mantle.
  • The baseball was valued at $600-$800 due to the Clubhouse signatures.
  • The baseball was purchased for $450 despite the Clubhouse signatures.
  • An automaton magician performing a cups and balls routine was presented for evaluation.
  • The automaton was valued at $5,500 due to its originality and excellent condition.
  • The automaton was purchased for $3,500 after negotiation.
  • A 1928 Charles Lindbergh Aviation doll was presented, commemorating Lindbergh's transatlantic flight.
  • The doll was valued at $400 and purchased for that amount.
  • Lindbergh's fame and the doll's historical significance made it appealing to collectors.

01:30:23

Rare Lindbergh doll sells for profit

  • The seller initially wanted $500 for a doll resembling Charles Lindbergh from the late 1920s, highlighting its detailed features like the leather helmet and goggles, with the buyer eventually negotiating the price down to $700.
  • The buyer, Rick, purchased the doll for $500 and estimated its retail value at $1600-$1800, with the seller, Johnny, offering to buy it back for $700, ultimately settling on $800, showcasing the doll's appeal to collectors and its potential value.
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