Pawn Stars: 7 INSANELY HIGH APPRAISALS (Huge Profits For Rare Items!)
From Pawn Stars
In this Pawn Stars episode, a seller brings in a rare 1922 High Relief Peace Dollar, a coin so scarce that only about a dozen are known to exist. After an NGC expert authenticates it and values it at $50,000 to $100,000, the shop negotiates a deal that brings in a substantial profit. The episode highlights the excitement of uncovering valuable rarities and the importance of expert verification before any transaction.
Key Takeaways
- A poker-winning 1922 High Relief Peace Dollar can be worth far more than the $20,000 asked, selling for around $80,000.
- Experts like NGC graders are essential: verify authenticity through trusted sources before pricing or buying rare coins.
- High Relief designs were artistic triumphs but technical failures, which is why so few survived and why they're so rare today.
- Rare coins aren't just about metal value; historical story, grading holders, and provenance can multiply an item's worth.
- Antique Boutet shotguns, made for royalty and inlaid with gold, show that luxury collectibles can be valuable beyond their function.
Who is mentioned in this episode?
7 people come up, including Elvis Presley, William Ellery, Marilyn Monroe.
- Elvis Presley (Person)
- William Ellery (Person)
- Marilyn Monroe (Person)
- King Louis XVI (Person)
- Napoleon (Person)
- Babe Ruth (Person)
- Chris Dave (Person)
Mentioned in this episode
- NGC (Company)
- Boutet Shotgun (Product)
- Versailles (Location)
- Pottery Duck (Product)
- Cross Keys (Location)
- Stamp Act of 1765 (Concept)
- Waltham Watch Company (Company)
- 1922 High Relief Peace Dollar (Product)
- Kama, Mexico (Location)