Antiques Roadshow Strikes Gold in Vegas: $650,000 Treasure Found! (PBS, Monday, January 27)

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Forget the slot machines and poker tables, the real high-stakes action in Las Vegas is happening on PBS’s Antiques Roadshow. The venerable series rolls into Sin City for its latest episode, “Springs Preserve, Hour 1,” and unearths a treasure trove of historical artifacts, including one item appraised at a jaw-dropping $650,000. Yes, you read that right. Someone brought an item worth more than most Vegas penthouse suites to be casually appraised amidst the desert flora.

While PBS is keeping the specific details of this six-figure find under wraps (because where’s the fun in spoiling a good reveal?), the episode will also feature a look at a circa 1905 Louis C. Tiffany enamel vase. Tiffany glass is always a crowd-pleaser, and this piece is sure to dazzle with its craftsmanship and artistry.

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Also on the appraisal block is a 1599 Thomas Buckminster almanac, a fascinating glimpse into the past. Almanacs might seem like mundane objects today, but for history buffs and bibliophiles, an artifact of this age is priceless. Rounding out the episode’s highlights is an Ernie Barnes “Fourth and One” oil painting, the price of which will undoubtedly generate much discussion.

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“Springs Preserve, Hour 1” marks the fourth episode of Antiques Roadshow’s 29th season. The show’s enduring appeal lies in its simple yet effective formula: ordinary people bring in their family heirlooms, dusty attic finds, and flea market bargains, hoping to strike it rich. The thrill of discovery, combined with the historical context provided by the show’s experts, makes for consistently engaging television. It’s the kind of programming that makes you feel smarter for watching, even if you still can’t tell the difference between Art Deco and Art Nouveau.

Antiques Roadshow airs Monday, January 27, at 8:00 PM on PBS.

Andrew Martins, reviewer, recapper, deep diver, scifi specialist. Thinks Blakes 7 is better than Star Trek. Yes I do go to fan conventions and no I don't dress up. Well okay maybe I do a bit.