Top 12 Highest Valued Musical Instruments Ever Appraised on Antiques Roadshow!

An expert appraises a prestigious collection of rare string instruments, spanning 18th-century European violins and violas to iconic 20th-century American guitars and mandolins. The session examines the intersection of luthiery, historical provenance, and market demand, highlighting how specific technical details and rarity drive valuations into the hundreds of thousands of dollars.