Ep 16. Appetite for Pawnstruction

In season 19 episode 16 of Pawn Stars, titled "Appetite for Pawnstruction," the Harrison family is presented with a variety of unique items that have come through the doors of the World Famous Gold and Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas. As usual, the family and their team of experts are tasked with evaluating each item and determining its historical significance and value.

One of the most interesting items in this episode is a vintage popcorn machine that the shop acquired from a local theater. The machine is in excellent condition and still works, but the owner is hoping to sell it to make some extra money. Rick, the owner of the pawn shop, is intrigued by the machine and decides to call in his expert, Brett, to take a closer look. Brett is a collector of vintage popcorn machines and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to determining their value. He examines the machine and determines that it is a rare model from the 1940s and could be worth a significant amount of money. Rick negotiates with the owner and ultimately decides to purchase the machine for the shop.

Another interesting item that comes into the shop in this episode is a rare antique gun. The owner has inherited the gun from his grandfather and believes it to be from the Civil War era. Rick and his team take a close look at the gun and determine that it is, in fact, a valuable antique. They call in one of their gun experts, Phil, to help determine its exact age and value. Phil examines the gun and determines that it is from the late 1800s and could be worth a significant amount of money to the right collector. Rick negotiates with the owner and ultimately decides to purchase the gun for the shop.

In addition to these items, this episode also features a variety of other interesting pieces, including a vintage jukebox, a rare coin collection, and an antique telephone. Each of these items presents its own unique challenges and opportunities for the pawn shop team.

As always, the show is full of interesting historical anecdotes and expert appraisals, making it a must-see for anyone who loves history and antiques. And with the added excitement of negotiations and deals being made, it's no wonder that Pawn Stars has become one of the most beloved reality shows on television. So don't miss season 19 episode 16, "Appetite for Pawnstruction," and see for yourself why this show continues to captivate audiences around the world.