The AntiquesRoadshow Boston Red Stockings appraisal airs...

[SushiX37]

I haven't been here for a while, but I kinda knew a few people would take their shots at this segment. Makes me sad that people have to piss on stuff like this. It's a great find, why can't it just be enjoyed?

Rich

[z28jd]

Originally Posted by SushiX37

I haven't been here for a while, but I kinda knew a few people would take their shots at this segment. Makes me sad that people have to piss on stuff like this. It's a great find, why can't it just be enjoyed?

Rich

The people you say took shots at the segment also noted how cool the items were. The story got some heavy circulation tonight and it was due to the price, not the items. If these pieces did go up for auction and someone considered investing in them, wouldn't it be nice for them to know what the actual value is? As it stands without knowing any better, someone could see a "million dollar collection" going for only 20% what the tv said it was worth and think they are getting the steal of the century.

I honestly don't think one person here would say it's no big deal, but at the same time everyone now gets a lesson in what they are and their value.

[EvilKing00]

Olbermann rips the road show!


http://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/01/keit...iques-roadshow

[ullmandds]

say what u want...but I love Keith!

[EvilKing00]

Originally Posted by ullmandds

say what u want...but I love Keith!

im not a big fan of his - but I like that he called out this issue and I loved what he said about the HOF -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOPg...layer_embedded

[ullmandds]

Originally Posted by EvilKing00

im not a big fan of his - but I like that he called out this issue and I loved what he said about the HOF -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOPg...layer_embedded

Keith is a crusader for the truth! Like me!!!!!

[tbob]

Originally Posted by ullmandds

say what u want...but I love Keith!

+1. He can be surly at times but he's right more than people want to give him credit for.

[ullmandds]

Originally Posted by tbob

+1. He can be surly at times but he's right more than people want to give him credit for.

yup! Agreed!

[the 'stache]

I know some of you have worked with Leila before. I do not doubt she has areas of expertise, or that she is well respected in her field. Otherwise, she would not be on Antiques Roadshow. That being said, she was absolutely terrible in this segment. As Keith Olbermann has already pointed out, she pretty much whiffed on everything she said. The worst part about her interaction with the owner, however, was her advice vis a vis insuring the collection. Typically, appraisers do not have what would be considered a fiduciary responsibility when estimating worth, or providing advice. But based on the owner's reaction, she had absolutely no idea that what she had so valuable. And unless somebody else tells her that appraiser grossly overvalued what was presented, the owner is going to overspend by a great deal. And that bothers me.

What would it cost to insure a million dollar memorabilia collection on an annual basis?

[barrysloate]

Originally Posted by SushiX37

I haven't been here for a while, but I kinda knew a few people would take their shots at this segment. Makes me sad that people have to piss on stuff like this. It's a great find, why can't it just be enjoyed?

Rich

We are all enjoying it. I know I am. I just think the lot is overvalued. Doesn't detract from my enjoyment though.

[oldjudge]

Keith was exactly right. The find was great, but the owner was mislead as to what its' true value is.

[pgellis]

Was I seeing something else, or did they really mount the "cards", photos and letters on that board with thumb tacks?

[jcmtiger]

Originally Posted by pgellis

Was I seeing something else, or did they really mount the "cards", photos and letters on that board with thumb tacks?

Those are magnets

Joe

[pgellis]

Ahhhh............Thanks. I didn't think that they were that stupid.

[John V]

I wonder what effect this has on Roadshow's reputation?