Treasure Hunters Roadshow is the Largest Touring Roadshow in the Country
Treasure Hunters Roadshow hosts more than 2000 events each year uncovering treasures large and small.
Athens, IL, April 28, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Do you ever wonder what that old toy, class ring or piece of war memorabilia you have stashed away in your closet is worth? You might be sitting on a small fortune. Mark your calendar because the Roadshow and their experts are coming to town near you!
Treasure Hunters Roadshow, which is free to the public, is the largest touring roadshow in the country hosting over 2,000 events a year in the US, Europe and Canada. While the Roadshow will buy anything that is old, the focus will be on gold and silver coins made before 1965, military items, toys and trains, musical instruments, pocket and wrist watches, comic books, sports memorabilia, historical documents and manuscripts and fine art.
Roadshow President, Jeff Parsons, explains what sets the Roadshow apart. “Due to our relationships with hundreds of collectors across the US and our direct link to gold and silver refineries, we are able to pay sensational prices for both precious metals and collectibles.” Visitors to the Roadshow will also be able to ask questions directly to the experts. Parsons says, “Everybody has something they’ve wondered about its value. The Roadshow is a great place to find out what it’s worth and sell it on the spot if you choose. About 80% of attendees sell their items.”
During a weak economy, gold and silver prices soar. Because of this, the Roadshow is able to provide much needed revenue to communities and their families. One attendee reported “I was recently divorced and was having a difficult time with monthly expenses and providing for my children. I was able to sell my unwanted engagement ring for $4,500 when the jewelry store I bought it from said they did not take returns. Now that is a stimulus package I can relate to.”
If you come to the Roadshow on the right day, you might even be on national television. The company has just begun taping their new 30-minute syndicated program based on their touring Roadshow. According to Matt Enright, Vice President of National Media, “As we travel across the US, we will be looking for the most unique items to highlight on the TV show so make sure you dig deep into your closets and attics for those hidden gems.”
Mike Delong, Vice President of Treasure Hunters Roadshow, provides a perfect example. “We had a woman in Missouri who brought in an old Japanese toy robot which she had purchased at a garage sale for $1.00. As soon as she came in with it, our toy expert’s eyes just lit up. After a few phone calls to toy collectors, we had an offer on the table for $1,500 and keep in mind, toys in original packaging can fetch even higher prices,” said Delong.
Parsons stresses it’s not just the hidden gems they are looking for, “One thing that every woman probably has is broken jewelry; necklaces, bracelets, rings or even earrings that are no longer part of a set. The time has never been better to cash-in on those pieces sitting at the bottom of your jewelry box!” Typically, for a mixed box of old jewelry, people can walk out with a check for a few hundred dollars depending on the quality.
If you are planning on attending, the Roadshow has a few tips for visitors. Although the evaluation process is very quick, bring along a book to read because you may have to wait in line for 15 to 30 minutes depending on the day. Also, don’t clean your items, it could damage them and ultimately lower its value. Roadshow experts can see through the dirt and grime. Finally, there is no limit to the number of items you can bring, they will evaluate it all. Even if you have unusually large items, the Roadshow crew is available to assist you.
Parsons promises, “It’s a fun and free event and most likely, you will walk out with a check.” These days when everyone is looking to save money, it’s a great way to put some cash in your pocket.”
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Treasure Hunters Roadshow, which is free to the public, is the largest touring roadshow in the country hosting over 2,000 events a year in the US, Europe and Canada. While the Roadshow will buy anything that is old, the focus will be on gold and silver coins made before 1965, military items, toys and trains, musical instruments, pocket and wrist watches, comic books, sports memorabilia, historical documents and manuscripts and fine art.
Roadshow President, Jeff Parsons, explains what sets the Roadshow apart. “Due to our relationships with hundreds of collectors across the US and our direct link to gold and silver refineries, we are able to pay sensational prices for both precious metals and collectibles.” Visitors to the Roadshow will also be able to ask questions directly to the experts. Parsons says, “Everybody has something they’ve wondered about its value. The Roadshow is a great place to find out what it’s worth and sell it on the spot if you choose. About 80% of attendees sell their items.”
During a weak economy, gold and silver prices soar. Because of this, the Roadshow is able to provide much needed revenue to communities and their families. One attendee reported “I was recently divorced and was having a difficult time with monthly expenses and providing for my children. I was able to sell my unwanted engagement ring for $4,500 when the jewelry store I bought it from said they did not take returns. Now that is a stimulus package I can relate to.”
If you come to the Roadshow on the right day, you might even be on national television. The company has just begun taping their new 30-minute syndicated program based on their touring Roadshow. According to Matt Enright, Vice President of National Media, “As we travel across the US, we will be looking for the most unique items to highlight on the TV show so make sure you dig deep into your closets and attics for those hidden gems.”
Mike Delong, Vice President of Treasure Hunters Roadshow, provides a perfect example. “We had a woman in Missouri who brought in an old Japanese toy robot which she had purchased at a garage sale for $1.00. As soon as she came in with it, our toy expert’s eyes just lit up. After a few phone calls to toy collectors, we had an offer on the table for $1,500 and keep in mind, toys in original packaging can fetch even higher prices,” said Delong.
Parsons stresses it’s not just the hidden gems they are looking for, “One thing that every woman probably has is broken jewelry; necklaces, bracelets, rings or even earrings that are no longer part of a set. The time has never been better to cash-in on those pieces sitting at the bottom of your jewelry box!” Typically, for a mixed box of old jewelry, people can walk out with a check for a few hundred dollars depending on the quality.
If you are planning on attending, the Roadshow has a few tips for visitors. Although the evaluation process is very quick, bring along a book to read because you may have to wait in line for 15 to 30 minutes depending on the day. Also, don’t clean your items, it could damage them and ultimately lower its value. Roadshow experts can see through the dirt and grime. Finally, there is no limit to the number of items you can bring, they will evaluate it all. Even if you have unusually large items, the Roadshow crew is available to assist you.
Parsons promises, “It’s a fun and free event and most likely, you will walk out with a check.” These days when everyone is looking to save money, it’s a great way to put some cash in your pocket.”
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www.treasurehuntersroadshow.org
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1-217-241-3170
www.treasurehuntersroadshow.org
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