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Season 11 Premiered January 8, 2024 at 7:30pm
Airing on Mondays at 7:30 p.m.
For over a decade, Chesapeake Collectibles has entertained, surprised, and enlightened Maryland Public Television viewers. Every season, guests have the opportunity to meet with expert appraisers to learn more about their family heirlooms, flea market finds, and cherished collectibles. The most interesting items and stories are selected for evaluation in front of the cameras, resulting in priceless moments as guests share their tales, discover the histories of their items, and receive an answer to the all-consuming question: how much is it worth?
TALKIN' COLLECTIBLES
Welcome to our ongoing series of blog posts about the world of collecting and collectibles. We hope you enjoy each installment as we celebrate the return of Chesapeake Collectibles.
Patrick Keegan
Executive Producer
Tips and Treats (Part 1)
Quick, think like a game-show contestant. What’s synonymous with summer? The beach (good answer!). Grilling (hot dog or hamburger?), of course. And, yes, road trips!
But to . . . where? To answer that question, we asked for suggestions from the Chesapeake Collectibles roster of expert appraisers about collecting destinations. We asked for a guide to the ultimate antiquing excursions and for directions to treasure. We wondered how exotic or surprising the responses would be.
Chesapeake Collectibles: Behind the Scenes
Air Date: June 10, 2024 at 7:30pm
Chesapeake Collectibles: Behind the Scenes takes you on an exclusive journey to meet the appraisers, producers, and guests who bring the show to life. Discover the story behind the creation of the series, revisit unforgettable highlights, and witness the preparation for Season 11, taped in MPT's newly built studio in Owings Mills, Maryland. Hosted by series regular, appraiser Robert Harrison, this one-hour documentary offers a unique look at the magic that has made Chesapeake Collectibles an MPT favorite.
EPISODE 1113
Air Date: April 1, 2024
Iconic Baltimore scenes come to life in a painting of Holland's Market by Jacob Glushakow. A former Baltimore County teacher shares the story of her participation in NASA's Teacher in Space Project. A highly collectible variant of a Rolex Submariner wristwatch delights an appraiser, and a guest shares an impressive collection of 19th-century silver. Plus, a family photograph and a signed first-edition reveal family stories.
EPISODE 1112
Air Date: March 25, 2024
The Orioles’ World Series appearances are chronicled in a collection of charms owned by a former franchise employee. A painting reveals a guest’s personal connection to the Wild West. A silver bowl tells tales of Maryland’s political history. A guest shares an unusual collection of cane guns. And, a model of a naval prototype stumps an appraiser.
EPISODE 1111
Air Date: March 18, 2024
A guest learns how playing with a baseball signed by Babe Ruth impacted the value. Appraiser Ross Kelbaugh discusses the increasing popularity of sneaker collecting, and shares a highlight from his own collection: a pair of vintage Nike Air Jordans. A portrait of William III provides insights into 17th century Dutch propaganda. And, discover the values of an antique rocking horse and vintage guitar.
EPISODE 1110
Air Date: March 11, 2024
An appraiser reveals the stories hidden within a decorative vase. A collection of shipwright’s tools help illuminate Baltimore’s maritime history. The history of the U.S. Airmail Service is revealed through a collection of personal memorabilia. And, a panoramic photograph of African American troops proves a puzzle.
EPISODE 1109
Air Date: March 4, 2024
A painting purchased for $25 contains more than first meets the eye. The story of Japanese Americans interned during WWII is revealed through hand-carved birds. And guests share a collection of items once belonging to astronaut Alan Shephard, a bronze sculpture by Native American artist Alfred Ziegler, and an Art Deco magazine rack.
EPISODE 1108
Air Date: February 26, 2024
A historic collection of Carter G. Woodson's pioneering work, The Journal of Negro History. An intricate, 19th century cigar humidor made in Germany's Black Forest region. A painting by renowned French Art Deco artist, Louis Icart. A pair of Caucasian rugs amaze an appraiser. And, a junk store find is revealed to be one of Sly and the Family Stone's last gold records.
EPISODE 1107
Air Date: February 19, 2024
A carved figurine used by the inhabitants of the Indonesian island of Sulawesi in their elaborate funeral rituals. A collection of baseballs signed by members of the 500 home run club. A Remington New Model Army Revolver issued to Union troops. A pristine 1920s vanity case rescued from a dumpster. And, a set of discharge papers issued to US Colored Troops shortly after the Civil War.
EPISODE 1106
Air Date: February 12, 2024
Portraits reveal a link between the Eastern Shore and Nicaragua. A tea set kept in a suitcase proves a pristine collection of Colonial silver. A collection of photographs taken in Maryland, featuring President Kennedy, Johnny Unitas and Brooks Robinson. A library of materials relating to Martin Luther King Jr's Poor People's Campaign. And, a complete collection of 1956 Topps baseball cards.
EPISODE 1105
Air Date: February 5, 2024
An iconic newspaper headline makes a long-awaited appearance. A Babe Ruth baseball card found in a junk shop proves a highly profitable purchase. A portrait by renowned artist David Park is shared by the portrait's subject. The journey of a blood-stained diary, lost by a Union soldier, tells a unique story. And, a ceremonial sword made from shark teeth astonishes an appraiser.
EPISODE 1104
Air Date: January 29, 2024
A gift from a friend is revealed to be the first Barbie doll. An unusual signature raises the value of a Joe Montana rookie card. A basement find proves to be a highly sought after bottle of Remy Martin cognac. An Afghan war rug tells the story of the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. And, discover the historic significance of a photograph taken of US Colored Troops during the Civil War.
EPISODE 1103
Air Date: January 22, 2024
Historic treasures abound in this episode, including a ceremonial hat that once belonged to Benito Mussolini; a series of prints commemorating the Tuskegee Airmen; a Nazi dagger confiscated from a member of the SS; a collection of rare prototype plates produced for the B&O railroad; and a Colt Dragoon revolver intended for the foreign market.
EPISODE 1102
Air Date: January 15, 2024
A guest shares an extraordinary collection of Titanic artifacts and memorabilia. Discover "what's hot" and "what's not" in modern collectibles. The value of a Maasai portrait shocks the owners. A Swiss pocket watch brooch is revealed to have more than just sentimental value. And, the origins of a Colonial-era betty lamp are uncovered.
EPISODE 1101: Season 11 Premiere!
Air Date: January 8, 2024
A priceless treasure brings a treasure of her own for evaluation. An auction acquisition is revealed to be a piece of White House china. Historian and social media influencer Evan Woodard shares one of his latest finds. An ornate, monumental clock impresses an appraiser. And, one of the first computers manufactured by Apple is revealed to be the single most valuable item to ever appear on the show.
Major funding is provided by Alex Cooper Auctioneers Art and Luxury Auction House