Pawn Stars, a popular reality show based on the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas, has seen numerous high-ticket items come through its doors over the years. The show has gained immense popularity, airing in over 200 countries and territories worldwide. This article delves into the most expensive items ever purchased on Pawn Stars, highlighting their significance and the prices they commanded.
1. Maurice Sendak Sketches
Price Deal: $250,000 In the episode "Can’t Pawn Me Love" from Season 15, Rick Harrison acquired original Maurice Sendak sketches for Where the Wild Things Are. These unique sketches, never sold as reproductions, were estimated by an art expert to be worth $310,000. After negotiation, Rick secured the purchase for $250,000, making it the most expensive item ever bought on Pawn Stars.
2. George Washington’s Suit
Price Tag: $2.5 million A silk suit once worn by the first president of the United States, George Washington, was presented to Rick Harrison with an initial asking price of $3 million. Although the price dropped to $2.5 million, Rick couldn't bring himself to make the purchase.
3. The OJ Simpson Car Chase Car
Price Tag: $1.25 million The actual white Ford Bronco used by OJ Simpson during his infamous car chase was offered to Rick Harrison for $1.25 million. Despite the car's historical significance, Rick had to pass due to the grisly context of its fame and the high price tag.
4. The Beatles Contract
Price Tag: $1 million The original 1962 contract between The Beatles and manager Brian Epstein was brought into the pawn shop. Despite the historic significance of the item, Rick Harrison declined to purchase it at the million-dollar price tag.
5. Robosaurus
Price Tag: $1 million A giant killer robot, Robosaurus, capable of crushing cars, was offered to the pawn shop for $1 million. Despite its unique appeal, the item was passed on by the shop's owners.
Pawn Stars has witnessed the evaluation and negotiation of various high-value items. The acquisition of Maurice Sendak sketches for Where the Wild Things Are stands out as the most expensive purchase in the show's history, reflecting the diverse range of unique and historically significant items that have passed through the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop's doors.
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