Most of the reality TV shows may start out real,but it isn't long befor they turn into TV reality.you guys know all of those shows are stagged, who in their right mind would sell anything for half price when they could easily sell at auction or Ebay etc. Pawn Stars is another one that is highly set up. Also they all make $$ per episode. It is fun to watch though.
I have seen the same unique item show up in different shows.Coincidence i doubt it.
A couple that come to mind
Cajan Pawn stars, a belt with 7 conch's that had turquoise centers.Barry on Storage Wars finds the same one in a locker.
American Pickers,a civil war belt buckle with a slug in it. Showed up in Vegas at the pawn shop.
There have been a few more that i have seen.
I always watch for chainsaws
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Thomas