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Season 1

  • S01E01 Babe Ruth Baseball & Harpers Ferry Pistol

    • October 19, 2012
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine treasures including an autographed Babe Ruth baseball, a Harpers Ferry pistol, and an amazing snuff bottle collection.

  • S01E02 Newcomb College Potter, 1946 Martin Guitar, Rare Marbles

    • October 26, 2012
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine treasures including pottery from Newcomb College, a 1946 Martin Guitar, and some of the rarest marbles in the world.

  • S01E03 Woodstock Poster & Thomas Hart Benton Lithograph

    • November 2, 2012
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine treasures including an original Woodstock poster, a Thomas Hart Benton lithograph, and an 18th century still life passed down through a Kentucky family for more than 200 years.

  • S01E04 "The Rock," & An Italian Revival Lamp

    • November 10, 2012
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine treasures including a baseball signed by several Hall of Famers, a watch fob known as "The Rock," and an Italian Revival Lamp worth a lot more than the purchase price of $25.

  • S01E05 A Look Back at the First Season

    • November 17, 2012
    • PBS

    A look back at some of the best moments from the first season of Kentucky Collectibles.

Season 2

  • S02E01 Season Premiere

    • October 19, 2013
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine treasures including folk art phonograph dancers, a Tiffany Kentucky racing trophy, and a book with a connection to one of Kentucky's beloved historians.

  • S02E02 Found: A Document Signed by Abraham Lincoln

    • October 26, 2013
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine treasures including 1926 Steiff musical teddy bear, a Rose O'Neill illustration, and a document signed by Abraham Lincoln.

  • S02E03 Kentucky Headhunters' Guitars Appraised

    • November 2, 2013
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of an aviation movie memorial poster, a Harlem renaissance art silk screen, and host Amy Hess visits with Greg Martin of the Kentucky Headhunters as he receives an appraisal on his unbelievable guitar collection.

  • S02E04 Homemade Dolls & Garth's Auction

    • November 10, 2013
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a special collection of Kentucky handmade dolls and Dave Shuffett and Amy Hess talk with Jeff Jeffers of Garth's Auctions about what's hot in the world of antiques!

  • S02E05 Limited Edition Etchings & Nardi Jewelry

    • November 17, 2013
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine treasures including limited edition etchings and a collection of Nardi jewelry purchased in Italy in 1969, that now has a stunning price tag.

  • S02E06 Cold War Memorabilia

    • November 24, 2013
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a piece of an autographed picture of astronauts given to musician Conway Twitty, a Winchester Yellowboy rifle, and paintings by Kentucky artists Robert Burns Wilson and Paul Sawyier.

  • S02E07 Benjamin Mills Rifle & Privy Digging

    • December 15, 2013
    • PBS

    Learn about the history and value of a Benjamin Mills rifle and host Dave Shuffett goes privy digging in search of treasures.

Season 3

  • S03E04 Gibson Ukelele; American Long Rifle; Frazier History Museum

    • November 22, 2014
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a 1940s Gibson ukelele and an American Long Rifle with a stunning value! Plus, learn more about the Frazier History Museum in downtown Louisville.

  • S03E05 Lynyrd Skynard Guitarist Collection

    • January 5, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a Currier and Ives Civil War memorial. The Kentucky Collectibles crew travel to Nashville for a look at former Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist, Ed King's stunning guitar collection.

  • S03E06 Pan-American Commemorative Quilt

    • January 10, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a Pan-American commemorative quilt.

  • S03E07 Sweet History with a Kentucky Sugar Chest

    • January 17, 2015
    • PBS

    In this episode of "Kentucky Collectibles," expert appraisers examine a Kentucky sugar chest, a 19th-century primitive oil painting, and many other interesting objects.

  • S03E08 Letters from the Gold Rush

    • January 24, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a 19th century Chinese cinnabar and a California Gold Rush letter.

  • S03E09 Photographic Print Is Gold

    • January 31, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of an Edward Curtis orotone and a German sporting rifle.

  • S03E10 Abraham Lincoln Document & Kentucky Frontier Artifacts

    • February 7, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of an Abraham Lincoln appointment document and Kentucky frontier artifacts.

  • S03E11 Italian Manicuring Set & 19th Century Powder Horns

    • February 14, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of an Italian manicuring set worth thousands of dollars and a pair of 19th century powder horns.

  • S03E12 Definitely Not Two Dollar Pistols

    • February 21, 2015
    • PBS

    When George Jones sang about a "two-dollar pistol," he definitely wasn't talking about these American firearms, which expert appraisers on "Kentucky Collectibles" gave a stunning price tag.

Season 4

  • S04E01 The "Sword of Perryville"

    • October 31, 2015
    • PBS

    In the season debut, the "Sword of Perryville" is examined and evaluated as well a collection of antique Kentucky bourbon bottles found in the garbage.

  • S04E02 Governor's Mansion Artifacts

    • November 7, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine a 19th-century Chinese Ivory Card Case and a 1960 Barbie including its collection of clothes and accessories. We also peruse collectibles found in the Governor's Mansion.

  • S04E03 Kentucky Cast Iron

    • November 14, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine one of earliest pieces of Kentucky cast iron, and Amy Hess takes us on a tour of Paris' downtown antiques district.

  • S04E04 Newcomb College Pottery

    • November 21, 2015
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a Carl Brenner painting and Newcomb College Pottery. Host Amy Hess goes on the road to the Oxford Antique Market in Scott County.

  • S04E05 American Firearm & Antique Alley

    • January 2, 2016
    • PBS

    An iconic American firearm that's been passed down through a Kentucky family for generations is examined and host Amy Hess visits Route 7's Antique Alley in Letcher County.

  • S04E06 Basketball from Kentucky's "Fab 5"

    • January 9, 2016
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine a Kentucky basketball from the "Fabulous 5" era and the Collectibles crew takes a trip to downtown Harrodsburg to visit J. Sampson Antiques and Books.

  • S04E07 Paducah Antiques District

    • January 16, 2016
    • PBS

    A guest gets surprising news about her diamond anniversary watch. Plus, the Kentucky Collectibles crew goes on the road to learn more about the antiques district in downtown Paducah.

  • S04E08 Appraising a Civil War Diary

    • January 23, 2016
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a Civil War diary and a 19th-century fish mount. Host Amy Hess visits the Nostalgia Station Toy Train Museum in Versailles.

  • S04E09 Graphite Portrait & Jewelry

    • January 30, 2016
    • PBS

    An 1840 graphite portrait with a Kentucky connection is appraised and host Amy Hess travels to Eastern Kentucky for a look at Antique and Modern Jewelry in Middlesboro.

  • S04E10 John C. Breckinridge Memorabilia

    • February 6, 2016
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine a collection of John C. Breckinridge memorabilia. Plus, the Collectibles crew visits the Antique Boat Center in Cincinnati where old and new techniques are used to bring classic boats back to life.

  • S04E11 Gibson Dot Neck Guitar

    • February 13, 2016
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers evaluate a vintage Gibson Dot Neck guitar worth thousands.

  • S04E12 Vince Gill's Vintage Guitars

    • February 20, 2016
    • PBS

    Grammy Award-winning country music artist Vince Gill sits down with vintage instrument appraiser Mike Reeder to talk about some special guitars from Gill's storied collection, reminisce about his early years in Kentucky, and share a few other musical memories.

Season 5

  • S05E01 Martin Luther King Jr. Telegram

    • October 29, 2016
    • PBS

    In the Season 5 opener, new appraisals and stories from Northern Kentucky include a priceless piece of American history: a telegram from Martin Luther King Jr.

  • S05E02 Martin Ukelele and Heirloom Jewelry

    • November 5, 2016
    • PBS

    The 5th season of Kentucky Collectibles continues with an appraisal of a Martin ukulele passed down through a family for generations and some heirloom jewelry that once went missing!

  • S05E03 Rookwood Pottery & Lunar Landscape

    • November 12, 2016
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine historic Rookwood pottery and lunar landscape purchased for 10 cents gets a much larger price tag!

  • S05E04 Harlan Hubbard Paintings

    • November 19, 2016
    • PBS

    A friend of famed artist Harlan Hubbard learns more about her collection of his paintings.

  • S05E05 Pillin Pottery and Duncan Tavern

    • January 27, 2017
    • PBS

    Our expert appraisers examine a rare piece of Pillin pottery and Kentucky Collectibles host Amy Hess takes a tour of Duncan Tavern in Paris.

  • S05E06 Edison Light Bulb & Bowie Knife

    • January 28, 2017
    • PBS

    Our expert appraisers take a look at a reproduction Thomas Edison light bulb and a Civil War Bowie knife with a fascinating Kentucky connection.

  • S05E07 Wooden Nickel Antiques

    • February 4, 2017
    • PBS

    Host Amy Hess and the Kentucky Collectibles crew travel to Cincinnati for a tour of Wooden Nickel Antiques.

  • S05E08 Bonamassa's Guitars (1)

    • February 11, 2017
    • PBS

    Vintage instrument appraiser Mike Reeder discusses the current state of guitar collecting with long-time friend and blues-rock guitar titan, Joe Bonamassa.

  • S05E09 Prized Miniatures Collection

    • February 18, 2017
    • PBS

    Host Amy Hess and the Kentucky Collectibles crew travel to Maysville for a look at the Kathleen Savage Browning Miniatures Collection.

  • S05E10 Bonamassa's Guitars (2)

    • February 25, 2017
    • PBS

    Vintage instrument appraiser Mike Reeder concludes his interview with long-time friend and blues-rock guitar titan, Joe Bonamassa. This time, Joe discusses his most prized guitar in his amazing collection.

Season 6

  • S06E01 Horse Bridle & Louis Comfort Tiffany

    • October 28, 2017
    • PBS

    Season premiere: expert appraisers examine a late 19th century woven horse bridle, republic period Chinese Jade bowls, and a Louis Comfort Tiffany collection worth thousands!

  • S06E02 Rare Crockery & Midway's Antiques

    • November 4, 2017
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers evaluate rare Paducah crockery and an unique folk art boat radio. Plus, the Collectibles crew explores the antiques scene in Midway.

  • S06E03 Navigating the Appraisal Process

    • November 11, 2017
    • PBS

    The Kentucky Collectibles crew travels to Northern Kentucky to get tips from Bryson Estates on navigating the appraisal process. Also, a 1958 Gretsch Country Gentleman Guitar is appraised - hear the story behind this special instrument.

  • S06E04 Paducah Fair Appraisals

    • November 18, 2017
    • PBS

    More appraisals from the 2017 Collectibles fair in Paducah. Plus, a showcase of the life and extraordinary work of renowned Kentucky artist Helen LaFrance.

  • S06E05 Heirloom Horse Blanket; 19th Century Chatelaine Collection

    • January 13, 2018
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine the history and value of a heirloom horse blanket and a 19th Century Chatelaine Collection. Plus, the Kentucky Collectibles crew goes on the road for a tour of the downtown Paducah antiques district.

  • S06E06 Amethyst Jewelry; Edward Curtis Orotone; Owensboro Fine Art

    • January 20, 2018
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine 1920s amethyst jewelry and an Edward Curtis orotone. Plus, the Collectibles crew visits the Owensboro Fine Art Museum for a look at their extensive folk art collection.

  • S06E07 Athens Schoolhouse Antiques Show

    • January 27, 2018
    • PBS

    Expert appraisers examine a Philadelphia Revival Pie Crust Table and the Collectibles crew visits the Athens Schoolhouse Antiques Show.

  • S06E08 Vive La Vase!

    • February 3, 2018
    • PBS

    The Kentucky Collectibles crew visits the Paducah McCracken County Convention and Expo Center. A WWII Sweetheart Necklace, early 20th century Zsolnay vase, Star Wars memorabilia, and more.

  • S06E09 Which Way Do I Go?

    • February 10, 2018
    • PBS

    From Paducah, appraisers look at mid-20th century guitars, antique magic paraphernalia, an early Kentucky road sign, and more.

  • S06E10 World War I Memorabilia

    • February 17, 2018
    • PBS

    Kentucky treasures in this new episode include a World War I archive and 19th century Japanese woodblock prints.