When a French antique pencil goes on the block, Paul Brown's son, Elijah, finds out that extensive research and hard work pays off -- literally -- in the aution business.
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Auction Kings: Antique Pencil Sold
When a French antique pencil goes on the block, Paul Brown's son, Elijah, finds out that extensive research and hard work pays off -- literally -- in the aution business.
Added: Jan 12, 2011
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Runtime: 01:43
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