papermadness papermadness Haha, I just jumped on here to see what people said about this. I'm no expert either, but seriously, $650,000! I wonder how many notes have actually sold for over half a million, let alone that price. While it might be the finest graded of that note, there are others. The history behind that note is awesome, but that vignette on the right was ugly! Was that a ship on the left side?
Staircoins Staircoins Sorry I missed it. I checked the listings, and it's going to air again on 4/30. I have my DVR set to record it. I'd like to see what notes they gave $6500 for. There are a few Republic of Texas notes with ship vignettes. Here are some: And here is a Government of Texas $10, also with a ship: All of the images above are from Crutch Williams' site. (I have examples of all, but no scans handy.) None of these notes are particularly rare, even in high grade. I can't wait to see what was on the show!
Rob5203 Rob5203 I have a friend who is a currency dealer in Las Vegas. He appeared on "Pawn Stars" as an expert a couple of years ago. He told me that the person bringing the note into the Pawn Shop was his girlfriend and the note in question was one from his inventory at his store. Since then, I have wondered if all the situations are set up just like that. By the way, they wouldn't use Dana for that type of appraisal. He not only doesn't do anything with currency- he wouldn't give a financial appraisal. He refuses to give a price range for the items he looks at.
cinch cinch I'm more of an American Pickers fan, myself. I am continually amazed at how much junk people have stacked up on their properties... Hardcore Pawn, on the other hand, is absolute trash, the Jerry Springer of the pawn shows (and because of that, somewhat entertaining to watch but I'd hate to admit it in public...). When I want to have something on in the background that I can tune in and out of, it's Antiques Roadshow. Their experts are the real deal.
vibr0nic vibr0nic If you'd like to watch the episode online, click here. The seller was either delusional or crazy with his asking price. He claims to have a standing offer for $650,000? Uh huh...
Staircoins Staircoins The seller actually wanted a total of $675,000 Here are screenshots of the notes ... The seller ... And the Expert ... Actually, the prices that Jay, the Expert, gave were pretty much on target. It's sad that the seller was so off base on his thinking. It may well be that he collects Texana, but not currency, and didn't know the true value of the notes when he bought them. I agree with Greg in that he's probably buried in them. I know for certain that he will never sell them for a fraction of what he apparently thinks they're worth. Edit: Here is a bio on Jay Tell, the expert. Not exactly a specialist on Texas currency, but he has enough of a background to value the notes pretty closely.
Thanks for posting the link.
for his 10 notes. $25K for 9 Republic of Texas notes, plus $650K for his single $10 Government of Texas note.
Staircoins Staircoins Here's what he used to look like 'back in the day' .... Here's what he looks like now, according to his radio show website ... I didn't pick him out with the gray hair. No way did he turn down any $640K offer for those notes. He's been mentioned on the CU boards plenty over the years. Here are two threads that are self-explanatory:
I should have recognized Brett from the episode, but I didn't.
RevDrBlimber RevDrBlimber I sold him some rare coins, and he paid market plus a little for them. Gotta love the new Brett with his makeover. First stage of people trying to redeem themselves--a religious conversion and mea culpa, not that that isn't appropriate especially if they go with making amends and paying back what you owe. Second stage--finding an Eastern "guru" who teaches that all roads lead to the "one", heaven, etc.. Thus the former crook gets enlightenment and doesn't need to feel guilt anymore. It looks like his radio show is about how the economy is in a death spiral and the end is near.
