Ep 17. Episode 17

In Episode 17 of Antiques Road Trip season 5, two expert antique dealers set out on a road trip in search of hidden treasures and valuable antiques. The dealers, Mark Stacey and Kate Bliss, begin their journey in the county of Devon in South West England.

Their first stop is at an antique shop in Devon where they meet the owner, Ken who has a range of treasures for them to browse. Mark is immediately drawn to a very old map of Devon and thinks it could be worth a significant amount of money. Kate, on the other hand, is interested in a range of antique glassware.

After making their initial purchases, the dealers set off to their next destination, an auction house in Somerset. Here, they are hoping to sell some of their purchases and make a profit. However, before the auction begins, they are given a tour of the auction house where they discover a range of unusual items up for sale, including a collection of antique walking sticks.

At the auction, Mark and Kate try their luck at bidding on a range of items, including a Georgian tea caddy and a silver pocket watch. However, there is tough competition, and the bidding quickly becomes heated. Will they be successful in securing any of the items on offer and will they make a profit?

The next stop on their road trip is at an antique center in Wiltshire, where they meet an intriguing character, Richard. Richard is a collector of all things unusual and has an extensive range of antiques in his shop. Mark and Kate are amazed at some of the items they discover, including an antique torture chair and a rare tapestry.

As they continue their journey, the dealers visit a range of other antique shops and auction houses, including a visit to a famous antiques fair in the city of Bath. Here, they find a range of unique items, including an antique French mantel clock and a rare Chinese vase.

Throughout the journey, Mark and Kate compete to see who can make the most profit from their purchases. They also share their knowledge and expertise about antiques, providing fascinating insights into the history and provenance of each item they discover.

In Episode 17 of Antiques Road Trip season 5, viewers are taken on a fascinating journey through the world of antiques, with Mark Stacey and Kate Bliss uncovering a range of hidden treasures and valuable items along the way. With intense bidding wars, unusual discoveries, and unexpected finds, this episode is not to be missed by anyone with an interest in antiques and collectibles.