WARNING: Shocking Antiques Roadshow Discovery Revealed!
In a jaw-dropping moment on Antiques Roadshow, a guest couldn’t help but laugh when they discovered the mind-blowing price tag attached to a letter written by a football player. Expert Jasmani Francis was tasked with appraising a 1939 Wisconsin vs Iowa programme, along with two letters penned by the guest’s mother and twin sister when they were children.
The owner shared the incredible story behind these finds, explaining, “We were going through my grandmother’s attic after she passed away in 2004 and we found this hidden treasure. I brought a programme from the Wisconsin, Iowa game and a letter. My grandmother was a huge football fan, and she and my grandfather attended the 1939 Wisconsin game. When they returned home, they gave the programme to my mother and sister.”
The twins eagerly explored the programme and decided to write letters to players. “My aunt ended up writing to someone from Iowa, and my mum wrote to someone from Wisconsin. For Iowa, my Aunt Jean wrote Nile Kinnick, and my mother wrote to Bert Connelly [for Wisconsin],” the guest revealed.
Francis then dropped a bombshell, revealing that Kinnick was the Heisman Trophy winner of that year. The letter was written just a month before Kinnick was announced as the recipient. Tragically, Kinnick’s life took a devastating turn. Despite being ranked third in his law school class, he chose to enlist as a naval air reserve and met a heartbreaking end at just 24 years old.
“On June 2, 1943, during routine training off the coast of Venezuela, Kinnick’s plane experienced an oil leak. He followed all procedures and tried to land, but sadly, he perished upon impact with the water. His body was never found,” Francis somberly explained. “Kinnick became the fifth Heisman Trophy winner and the first to die. Today, we have the most rare Heisman Trophy autograph due to these tragic circumstances.”
The guest was visibly moved by the revelation, expressing their shock and sorrow. “What a loss. Oh my gosh. I knew he was a Heisman Trophy winner, but I didn’t know that,” they said. Francis, impressed by the letter’s provenance, valued the programme at a modest $100. However, he had an astonishing surprise in store for the Kinnick letter itself.
Antiques Roadshow has consistently proven that hidden treasures can be found in the most unexpected places. From forgotten Faberge flowers to priceless artwork by Banksy, the show has made lucky Brits millions of pounds richer. Stay tuned for more astonishing discoveries on Antiques Roadshow!
SHOCKING VALUATION FOR RARE LETTER ON ANTIQUES ROADSHOW
In a recent episode of Antiques Roadshow, a guest was left stunned when an expert appraised her rare letter at a jaw-dropping value. The expert, Francis, revealed that the piece could potentially sell for an astonishing $15,000 to $20,000 at auction.
The guest couldn’t believe her ears and exclaimed, “You’re kidding! Oh my gosh, my husband’s going to be so excited! I’m excited too! Are you sure?” Francis, maintaining his confidence, reassured her that he was indeed certain about the valuation. The guest couldn’t contain her excitement and continued to laugh while apologizing for her outburst.
As the conversation continued, Francis suggested that the guest should insure the letter for an even higher amount – $50,000. This caused even more laughter and disbelief from the guest. Overwhelmed with gratitude, she exclaimed, “Oh my gosh! Sorry. Thank you, thank you!” She then leaned in to fist bump Francis, exclaiming, “Fist bump!”
Reflecting on the encounter, Francis commented, “When you came, I was very excited.” The guest, equally thrilled, responded, “I’m excited now! How am I going to get it home? Very carefully!”
If you want to catch more surprising appraisals and thrilling moments, make sure to watch Antiques Roadshow on PBS. And don’t forget to stay tuned to Daily Express for all the latest news updates.
