Pawn Stars

10 Best Episodes of Pawn Stars - Season 2017

Go inside the colorful world of the pawn business. At the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop on the outskirts of Las Vegas, generations of the Harrison family run the family business, and there’s clashing and camaraderie every step of the way.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 12, 2023.

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Pawn Stars - S2017E29

#15 - Masonic Pawn (Season 2017 - Episode 29)

Party like it’s 1999 with the Pawn Stars when a hat worn by Prince dances into Rick’s hands. Will he be singing for a sale or will it become an unpronounceable flop? Next, an Egyptian scarab ring crawls into the shop. Will Rick think it’s sacred or will the deal be covered in dung? Then, a WWII era head shaped grass planter sprouts in. Will it grow on Chum or will he mow over it?

The episode was rated 7.37 from 163 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E39

#14 - King of Pawntus (Season 2017 - Episode 39)

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Dig up some history with the Pawn Stars when an ancient coin comes rolling into the shop. Will Rick walk away with this shiny silver in his pocket or will he end up empty handed? Next in, Chum unrolls an autographed movie poster for the 1990s indie hit “Reservoir Dogs.” Will Chum call action on a sale, or say cut and scrap it?

The episode was rated 7.37 from 164 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E23

#13 - By Land or by Seep (Season 2017 - Episode 23)

Get ready to etch this episode into Pawn Stars history. Rick paints himself into a corner when he considers removing six Picasso etchings from a famous illustrated edition of Lysistrata. Then, Chum has to ThunderCats HO!-LD on before making an offer on some vintage toys from the 1980s. And later, second thoughts seep into the minds of Rick and Corey when faced with taking an amphibious Jeep out on the water.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 220 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E16

#12 - Up Up and Away! (Season 2017 - Episode 16)

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It’s up, up and away with the Pawn Stars when Rick and Corey check out an original Superman costume. Can Rick’s super strength lift what the seller is asking or will archenemy “No Deal” rule the day? Then, Rick tries to program a good price for a retro computer and Corey is rocking and rolling over two vintage music posters. Later, Chumlee tickles the keys of a 1980s Rhodes piano, but if he can’t negotiate a good deal he may end up playing the blues.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 225 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E15

#11 - Spider Pawn (Season 2017 - Episode 15)

Get fired up with the Pawn Stars when Rick investigates the authenticity of a rare 1936 Zippo lighter prototype. Will Rick light the fire on a sale or extinguish the deal when the truth comes out? Then, Corey tries to call in a fair price for an antique rotary phone, but will the seller hang up if it’s a wrong number? Later, it’s a meeting of the Lees when Chumlee meets legendary Marvel Comics creator and writer Stan Lee. Will Stan tell Chum his signed comic is a villainous sham or will he write Chum a superhero’s ending?

The episode was rated 7.41 from 236 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E52

#10 - The Devil Went Down to Vegas (Season 2017 - Episode 52)

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The Pawn Stars dive right in with a folding bike used by paratroopers during WWII. Will they stick the landing or collapse under pressure? An antique German clock winds up in front of Corey. Will he chime in with a good offer? A fiddle signed by "The Devil Went Down to Georgia" singer Charlie Daniels puts Rick in a bind, 'cause he's way behind--is he willing to make a deal? Later, Rick tries to dig himself out of a hole when an old miner's self-rescuer falls into the store.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 108 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E44

#9 - Chum's Risky Business (Season 2017 - Episode 44)

Chumlee is holding out for a superhero when a seller brings in boxes upon boxes of inherited comic books. Rick learns you have to buy money to make money when some rare turn of the century currency hits his counter. Chumlee flips out when an antique pinball machine launches into the store.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 118 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E41

#8 - Going, Going... Pawn! (Season 2017 - Episode 41)

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The Pawns Stars are knocked out of the park when a drive to L.A. promises Rick a peek at Babe Ruth’s “called shot” bat. Corey has a giant jones for a miniature model of Ralph Lauren’s Bugatti Type 57SC.

The episode was rated 7.46 from 140 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E49

#7 - Royally Pawned (Season 2017 - Episode 49)

A set of royal British armor has Rick suiting up to strike a bargain. Chumlee’s purchase of a U.S. Open custom electric guitar gets no love from Rick. Will Chum be able to net a profit before Rick reaches his break point? Signatures and a movie script from famed comedy duo Abbott & Costello inspire Corey and Chum to reenact a hilarious scene from the film, but the amount of money this seller is asking for is no laughing matter. A seller with an antique coin-operated scale throws his weight around during negotiations. Can Rick get him to lighten up enough to make a deal?

The episode was rated 7.48 from 124 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E51

#6 - Top Rope, Bottom Dollar (Season 2017 - Episode 51)

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Rick and Chum thumb through an ancient tome that was believed to hold the secret for turning metals into gold. Will the two band together to buy this banned book? A costume signed by "Macho Man" Randy Savage leaves Corey and Chum wrestling with a tough decision. A half dollar that was supposedly pierced by sharpshooter Annie Oakley finds itself in Rick's crosshairs, but this shot is anything but cheap. Later, a fancy French gunpowder flask leaves Rick locked and loaded--but will he actually pull the trigger on this sale?

The episode was rated 7.48 from 128 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E25

#5 - Lock, Stock and Two Nickel Barrels (Season 2017 - Episode 25)

Hit “The Big Trail” with the Pawn Stars when Rick gets offered a rare movie poster for John Wayne’s first film. Will the asking price scare Rick off, or will he saddle up anyway? Then, a vintage RC helicopter strikes Rick’s fancy. Will their negotiation take flight, or will this deal stay grounded? And later, Chum takes a shot at a couple of nickel plated pistols supposedly made by the most famous gunmaker of the victorian era. Will he meet the seller’s high asking price, or stick to his guns and prepare for a negotiating duel?

The episode was rated 7.48 from 201 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E47

#4 - Samurais and Centerfolds (Season 2017 - Episode 47)

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The Pawn Stars learn the way of the samurai when Rick and Chumlee come to grips with a valuable Japanese katana from the 1800s. Rick comes out of his shell when a set of sea turtle coins from the ancient Mediterranean city of Aegina crawl into the shop. Straight out of Mayberry, a collection of Gomer Pyle bubble gum trading cards have Rick bursting to add to his collection. Rick and Corey get their hands on some Playboy assets in the form of stock certificates.

The episode was rated 7.52 from 122 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E42

#3 - Et tu, Rick? (Season 2017 - Episode 42)

There’s an air of betrayal at the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop when an super rare ancient Roman “Ides of March” coin comes into the shop. Chumlee goes post-apocalyptic over an original “Mad Max” movie poster. Meanwhile, Rick gets his paws on an MGM lion brass knocker.

The episode was rated 7.52 from 118 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E26

#2 - Declaration of Dopeness (Season 2017 - Episode 26)

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Brew up a hot cup of joe with the Pawn Stars when a Civil War era carbine shows up with a “coffee grinder” in the shoulder stock. Will Rick bite the bullet and make a sale, or misfire on making a deal? Later, a vintage skateboard deck shows up in the shop. Will Chum skate off into the sunset or lose his footing and land flat on a no sale?

The episode was rated 7.52 from 173 votes.

Pawn Stars - S2017E40

#1 - Money to Pawn (Season 2017 - Episode 40)

Don’t get fooled at the pawn shop when a seller hands Chumlee a thirty dollar bill. Will this curious cash have Chum reaching for his wallet to buy it or will it turn out to be a costly currency that’s not worth making a deal? Next, sparks will fly when Rick considers restoring a worse for wear spark plug cleaner made by Albert Champion. Later, Rick hires a small team of experts to draw up a value for a Walt Disney signed copy of The Art of Animation. Will a spoonful of sugar make the deal go down or will a no deal leave Rick singing hakuna matata?

The episode was rated 7.54 from 169 votes.

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