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The History Channel's Pawn Stars

It's the Antique Road Show for the MTV generation. At first glance you would think, "really, a show about dudes in a pawn shop." But after watching Rick Harrison and his Old Man, you realize that these guys are more than just average Joes. They're actually really smart. Of course, just to balance it out, we get to see Rick's son and his childhood friend man the front of the store; two characters that are below average Joes.

The premiss is simple. People bring in odd items to sell. Rick appraises each unique item and makes an offer. But it's more than just a transaction. With each purchase, we get to learn a little bit about the history of the products ranging from 1700s money to a 1960 Les Paul Custom. Did you know that they didn't started crafting the Les Pauls with a two-piece body until 1969. Well they did. And that bit of information could mean the difference between a $3,000 guitar and $100,000 one.