An Antiques Roadshow guest was amazed and moved when he discovered the staggering value of her photo collection featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
In the latest episode, members of the public took their prized possessions to Roundhay Park in Leeds to have them valued by experts.
A woman brought a selection of bodybuilding magazines from the 1940s to be judged, but among them, expert Clive Farahar discovered something much more special.
He found several old signed photos with the famous star Arnold Schwarzenegger, now 76, in his youth.
Explaining her origins, the guest said: “My father was born in India and moved to Kenya and then to England.” His passion was strength training from a young age.
An Antiques Roadshow guest was amazed and moved when he discovered the staggering value of her photo collection featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger
In the final episode, a woman brought a selection of bodybuilding magazines from the 1940s to rate, but among them expert Clive Farahar discovered something much more special
He found several old signed photos with the famous star Arnold Schwarzenegger, now 76, in his youth
“He was a builder but always wanted to open his own gym, which he did in Harrogate in the Seventies, the first one.” And he first met Arnold in London when he was 19.
Clive pointed to one of the photos taken at the time and said: “That's young Arnold Schwarzenegger, my goodness, yes.”
The woman continued: “Arnold's inspiration was bodybuilder Reg Park from Leeds, who made the film Hercules.” My father called Arnold in 1981 to do some seminars in Leeds. “He came to our house, mom cooked.”
She showed off a photo of herself posing alongside Arnold with her mother and brother, and another that the former politician and professional bodybuilder had signed for her.
Showing a playful picture of Arnold and her father flexing his biceps, Clive said: “Obviously we have a picture of Arnold with your father here.”
The woman explained: “He raised his arm. 'He just thought my father was so strong.'
Clive quipped: “And your dad has all his clothes on, for heaven's sake, we can't possibly tell by that!”
Then he came to the evaluation and raved: “This is absolutely wonderful.” Absolutely unbelievable. How do I appreciate that?
She showed off a photo of herself posing alongside Arnold with her mother and brother, and another that the former politician and professional bodybuilder had signed for her
Clive showed a playful picture of Arnold and her father flexing his bicep and the woman explained, “Lift his arm up.” He just thought my dad was so strong.
“You have about four autographed photos of Arnold Schwarzenegger.” What should I put on them? “Well, I think I’ll invest £2,000 just for this little private part of the collection.”
The guest gasped in shock as Clive continued: “£2,000 for unknown photos of Arnold Schwarzenegger. 'As far as I can see, all completely private and early Arnold Schwarzenegger too.'
The woman became emotional and had tears in her eyes as she learned the overwhelming value of her collection, saying: “I am very proud of my father for what he has done and it is lovely to share it with you. “ “Something for Leeds.”
Clive added: “Thank you so much for sharing it with us, we love it.”
This came after a guest was stunned to discover the true value of two vases she picked up from a charity shop during a recent episode from Derry, Northern Ireland.
A woman brought two flower vases to view which she had bought for just £1 each after bargaining down the price in a charity shop.
She explained that she was almost about to throw them away before she decided to take them with her to learn more about their story.
Although the ornaments were not in the best condition, expert John Sandon surprised the guest and viewers by revealing that they were actually very valuable.
Clive then revealed that the collection was worth £2,000, leaving the woman emotional and teary-eyed as she learned the incredible value of her collection
She said: “I'm very proud of my dad for what he's done and it's good to share it with you.” Something for Leeds
He explained that they came from a pottery company called Belleek and the pieces were “highly prized” by collectors.
What made the pottery even more unique was its gold trim and tulip decoration, as John revealed that Belleek didn't make many of these styles.
He said the pieces date entirely from around 1870 and that a vase could sell for an eye-watering £700 to £1,000.
The guest was stunned and said, “Wow!” I actually wanted to throw them away when I first brought them home! I didn't like her.' John chimed in and commented: “That £2 was well spent!”
This came after a guest was stunned to discover the true value of two vases she picked up from a charity shop during a recent episode from Derry, Northern Ireland