Searching a Hoarded Basement for treasure. Found Hidden Jewelry! Part 4

Searching the basement I stumble across a lock box with some hidden treasure! Stay tuned for more exploration as I make my way through the basement hoard!

[@enixon8268]

The Doctory Stuff is highly collectable. I hope you kept the medicine bottles as well as the implements.

[@lucyprevisic473]

Not sure he knows what's of value. He handles things quite roughly

[@tott3457]

Alex, first I would like to say love your episodes of cleaning out these old homes! As a retired nurse I need to stress to you to purchase N95 Masks!!!!!! Please! Those cloth masks don’t provide enough protection. Please do some research on how to use the N95 🙏

[@sylviahoffman9440]

Based upon what you've said about not wanting to take dirty hoarding houses, I was surprised you took this job. I hope you're able to donate some good things to those families and get your money back with a little profit. I'm glad you're being safe with the gloves and mask.

[@justmeiniowa]

Can't believe you threw away the box for the Globe. It would have made a perfect shipping container and collectors WANT the original boxes to items !!

[@geraldcampbell6834]

Yes a form of barcode was invented in the 1960s but products did have them on them till 1974 and the first product to have a barcode was packages of Wrigley's gum!

[@kennethnelson189]

Greetings Alex: I am a retired family doctor. I did my training in the 1960’s. The medical devices that you showed, from: 8:50 to 9:10 min, an antique obstetrical calipers (used to assess the size of the maternal pelvis, prior to delivery, in the days before more sophisticated imaging techniques were available) and the glass syringe is, I believe, an irrigation syringe, possibly for cleaning wax from a patient’s ears.

[@lanitaorjeraldlewisdillorl2258]

Alex don't throw that 70's ashtray away. Put it through the auction as a lot with other ashtrays. Someone will want it. It's too beautiful to just throw away.

[@ninakincade602]

Also, if you leave a dumpster unattended, the neighborhood starts dumping their large items in it. 😂

[@perkyporkpie]

Thank god for this -I need some light relief, the world is too nutty!!!

[@lanitaorjeraldlewisdillorl2258]

I agree 100%!

[@KittyBlair-hh9yd]

I agree 💯😊

[@kolitiokada9825]

Hey Alex! Ok, I'm curious.....what was in the locked top portion of the metal cabinet? You only opened the bottom locked door. Also, the separate large "envelope-style" dividers in the "paper work" holder could certainly hold "paper work" with $20, $50, $100 printed on them ;)

[@TekmanRO]

I wonder if you ignore the "paperwork" altogether or just don't want to open it on camera to avoid accidentally showing personal information. Sometimes you can find valuable stuff like bearer form stock certificates and the likes.

[@makeuplover6852]

i believe he goes thru it off camera, hes been doing this a long time and has found very valuable things in the most random places, when it comes to paper work i think he does it all off camera...he also sometimes will leave a little something that was a real find for the last episode :)

[@angellocke8473]

💓💘❤💝💖watching your videos, thank you for sharing and have a great night!

[@activeheart1955]

love your humor and your a good man with lots of love and consideration

[@vzeimen]

If nothing else, the lesson here is to check your basement for water damage once in awhile. I don't go to my basement all that often but this makes me think I should more often.

[@scottstewart3884]

the water damage doesn't always come from a flood either. Concrete isn't water proof, so small amounts of moisture seeps through and over the years can cause that kind of damage as well.

[@shinyshinythings]

Not only that, but for important health reasons, any time there may have been a flooding event the house needs to be checked for water damage and mold growth remediation. Old folks’ homes should be checked at least annually if there are hidden or inaccessible areas, because the mental damage black mold does is no joke.

[@shinyshinythings]

@@scottstewart3884 Great point. Bad roofs can also be an issue - the interior ceiling of an attic can completely fill with black mold and no one in the house would be any the wiser if the attic is never opened. But the mold spores are invisible and insidious.

[@JazzyBabe56]

that compact which was in the same box as the Maple Leafs lighter was actually the matching cigarette case for the lighter I think ...

[@christopher3470]

The hoarder houses are my favorite type of his content

[@sarahshaw519]

The lighter you found is a companion to the cigarette case I believe you called a compact. Sorry if I’m mistaken

[@michelenorine3621]

I love what you do Alex......but, did you really throw away the doctor bottles in the metal canisters??? People buy that stuff for lots of money :) Please tell me you did look in all of them?

[@oxfamshop]

I am in the UK watching this video brought back a memory . My gran and Great aunt had some 4711 label things . The Gem stone globes used to be sold on TV shopping channels

[@marybaughman5997]

Those bottles in the boxes would be interesting for someone. I would buy them.

[@candacejendoubi8814]

Old packaging and even products like that Noxzema and soap can be collectible - hope you kept those to sell!

[@robertmcmanus636]

Why would you not leave the globe in its original box? Seems like a no brainer.

[@lisamae2010]

Maybe damaged if it was sitting flat on the floor

[@metaphoricallyspeaking45]

Omg don’t throw away the doctor stuff. Movie sets buy that!

[@Julia68yt]

15:35 Giraffe-Zebra, same diff 🤣That's like the joke my grandpa kept telling "You're as cute and elegant as a fawn.... or how do they call that thing with a trunk?"

[@jarrensummers6269]

Alex, I think you did find a whole set of pyrex. If I remember from the previous videos, you found a red 'Fridgie' and a blue 'Fridgie'. The small red, the small blue and the bigger yellow Fridgie all make up what's called the primary set. Actually, I think you need two reds, but you're close. That's about a $70 set online. I forget whether you found one or two reds.

[@joyandbuddyschannel]

Those bottles from the doctor's stuffs are collectibles! Aleeex don't throw that!😳😆

[@deen1843]

Every time I watch one of these videos...my next couple hours are spent organizing my house.

[@JudedirectStudio]

Open that case from locked cabinet that you thought was old Dr’s office paperwork. It’s an inventory file and may have jewelry in it 😊

[@jeanieschmidt3781]

Can't get much more old-fashioned than the caveman way!

[@joannnewton5979]

You are working hard for the money! 👍👍👍

[@etholleg]

That 4711 soap is a famous fragrance, I've seen single vintage bars advertised for €40 or more

[@jacquelineraines2074]

You drove me crazy, son! You set that Pyrex dish on a chair that could have been bumped and crash! Same with the Corning ware lid that is also very important for resale. Those lids are worth more valuable than the dishes these days down here in Florida. Also why didn't you keep the globe in the Styrofoam? I assume the box was too nasty. Again, I was anxious but that's how old ladies are. This has been an interesting endeavor but so sorry for all that water damage. I hope you break even on this one.

[@scottmccauslin3489]

The large glass syringe is an irrigation syringe. For washing out wounds and/or surgical cavities. Neat old piece!

[@scottmccauslin3489]

Would love to see some close ups of the cufflinks. Recently gotbq couple of dress shirt s with French cuffs, and could use a pair or two!

[@scottmccauslin3489]

Oooh, MARBLES!!

[@vickiephelps5169]

That freezer is top notch! I would love to have that! It is worth twice the value of any chest freezer currently on the market. It would definitely be worth saving.

[@cecoya]

It is too bad you threw away those bottles in the tubes, they are pretty collectible and they go with the rest of the doctor stuff. Have a great day

[@kandiwolfe1125]

Yay!! Glad to see a few, "KEEPERS" for you!! Also, the fact that you are still helping families -in- need in your area is absofreakinglutely heart-warming, and I thank you and everyone helping you accomplish this!.Take care ! Peace to All...😊

[@Patty-n9k]

Those plastic things are Tupperware Hamburger makers and are stackable. The open ended one is put inside the others and you press the ground beef into the container. There should be another piece that is a press with a handle and a cover for the stackable containers

[@cherifew3485]

Yes they are I saw them, too! Tupperware still sells them & they are freezable, too! They can be washed too rack in the dish washer as well!

[@WoWHunterkari]

12:56 when you opened the Kölsch soap bars I instantly had the smell of it in my nose. Oma always had one in the bathroom, never used it though 😂

[@Julia68yt]

Mine stuffed them in between layers in the linen closet 😅

[@Ragnar8504]

I've heard of 4711 Cologne many many times and might even have smelled an old bottle but I didn't know they made bar soap too!

[@Nwladylaura369]

I wish I could smell them!

[@captbunnykiller1.0]

I lived in Cologne for quite a while. They take their Kölnisch Wasser serious. These bars are treasure.

[@rhondallyons9842]

I hope you stay well...not a very good situation downstairs! 😮 Have a nice weekend!

[@scotchygurl2268]

My own grandma used to hide money in glass jars in the laundry detergent.

[@RosieMe5]

I know there's a lot to get through on a job like this, but vintage medical supplies like those slides (especially in their packaging) are something I would absolutely buy from your auctions!! Please don't throw that stuff away next time, it's actually my favorite!

[@emilyarchibald1900]

Im glad you'll be donating some stuff to families again. I hope you find enough stuff to sell and make a profit. I have my eye on that globe ❤

[@fredmeyer1898]

I know you said you don't like dealing with appliances, but deep freezes tend to go for a decent money these days and that one is really nice with the separate compartments.

[@cherifew3485]

Especially that one it could be used for commercial use!

[@deannepeterson7897]

Those apothecary jars and tubes are saleable for crafters

[@rainesbobo]

I totally wanted the Vintage red ashtray even with the crack!! I buy cracked items on purpose to save or because a lot of times the only way I can afford to buy certain things is because they are flawed. I'm certain I can't be the only one that thinks that way?

[@berthagreen1620]

Darn I thought something was jumping on you in that creepy closet. You sure earned your finds cleaning that gross basement. I hope you get enough treasures to be worth all your time and effort.

[@poodlegirl55]

Wow did he throw out all those tubes with bottles in them? Didn't even look inside them?

[@scotchygurl2268]

And those things you thought were business cards in that box of old medical supplies were old prescription papers. You had vintage medical supplies. Look at the show Oddities, people go crazy for that stuff!

[@goodandgreen]

I sure appreciate your can-do attitude! Makes your videos a joy.

[@clairedesrosiers7398]

Paper doctor… can have valuable paper and bond’s check Check EVERYTHING. Please .. don’t discard so fast Take it home … work to do it! Great to watch, wishing I could help! Best luck to you always!

[@Kimella777]

I love the gemstone globe❤😮😊

[@carolynsimone8647]

Enjoyed this one, too..keep them coming. Lots of neat finds...🥰

[@chrisester2910]

The tapered glass gold colored piece found in the box of ashtrays is the stopper to some sort of bottle made of art glass.

[@LauriShalom]

I really enjoy your channel!!! If I did not fear spiders as much as I do I would gladly do what you do!! Greetings from Valparaíso, Chile.

[@mnmkmkm]

My late Mom was born in Germany- came to US after the war. The 4711 brand was quite the luxury obtained from specialty shops. Lovely memory- I can still smell the scent from memory

[@christinemarsh4827]

Thank you for all of your compassionate, thoughtful hard work.

[@hp6010]

Looks like a harder to find variation of Johnson Bros Friendly Village platter at 21:43 highly collectible

[@DebiBrady]

Your oldest looks more and more like you when you first started the channel. Oh boy does time fly!

[@magic8ball1982]

I think he looks more like Melissa. Jason, on the other hand looks like Alex

[@carolesemkowich7200]

@@magic8ball1982 I see Alex's mom in Stephen.

[@stevek6432]

@@magic8ball1982 Abigail is a mini Melissa

[@DebiBrady]

@@stevek6432 so agree!

[@ztx3294]

finding that old glass bottle in the doctors box and then just throwing them away without looking in the other 8 or 10 is making me crazy! Those metal tubes are the perfect place to hide valuables! 😄

[@roxannesykes415]

The jars in of themselves worth money though the medicine would have be disposed of. 😊

[@danawelder5561]

Yes! I was super disappointed too

[@GrandmaLM]

Maybe he did not throw

[@karenhenderson8850]

He throws a lot away without a thorough look imho. I know it’s a lot to get through but sometimes I think he’s too quick.

[@jeanieschmidt3781]

He said medical stuff is collectable. I think he kept those.

[@mcwatersd]

Wow! That basement is a real mess. Im curious are the little medicine bottles not collectable . I was wondering because it looked like you threw them out? That house has some interesting stuff but its sure making you work for it. Keep Safe❤Keep Well ❤

[@margiestevens2384]

As a pharmacist, I like collecting odd/old pill bottles, syringes, etc.

[@cherylross2718]

The broken piece on the repaired ashtray is a bowling pin. The gold piece is a decanter stopper. Lot's of work, but you are finding some cool items. ❤

[@janelord3061]

I wish you hadn't thrown away the little glass "doctory" bottles in the screw-top containers. I would have loved to buy those in the auction. Bar codes started in 1974. Yum, 4711 soap....that's the only perfume I wear! At 18:23 I see a silver-colored lid to a salt shaker. Could that have been sterling? I'd go stir-cray being there alone.

[@vandacole4319]

That golden piece that was with the ashtray is a stopper for a perfume bottle....

[@marystrenke3050]

So many memories!!! Even the coffee table ashtray reminded me how in the 60s my mom would get an entire living room set, complete with matching lamps and ashtrays!

[@debbieking9917]

This almost makes me want to clean out closets 😊.

[@sandyg3639]

This house is just full of stuff. You have been working very hard. It is very nice of you to take the time to sort out usable items to donate.

[@Azarmysoljamom]

Loved those glass bottles. The glass slides are great for jewelry making

[@obieobrien5883]

These are always fun to watch!

[@trudlarellano11]

Good job Alex... always have a positive mindset.. all the best.

[@kathrynhodgson5037]

Did you hear me cry out when you threw out what appeared to be a milk glass canning jar lid? Now I want that trash bin you threw it and all the old medicine/apothecary jars in. I’m hoping that’s at least a donate bin.

[@jenford7078]

The doctor may have been a community member of recognition, it'd be nice to ask local historical societies and Shrine Temple if they would like his sign etc., I'm guessing that's a portrait of him.

[@teresakooser5695]

Do you ever ask the person who “owns” the place to pay for dump fees? That seems more than fair since you clean out the house for free.

[@cherifew3485]

Sometimes he buys the places!

[@verity1234]

I am really fascinated by that cool old double freezer. if it is still working I bet there are others more local who would want to buy it.

[@marybeth17]

Hi Alex, you are doing a fantastic job. You have to be exhausted by the time you get home every evening. I think I would just want to pass out, but I’m much older than you. I’m glad to see you wearing a mask. We’ve all have seen all of the dust, mold particles & everything else flying around in that house. Just curious did you happen to peek into the attic yet? God bless you, Melissa and the kids for all you are doing. To continuing to help out all of those in need. ❤🤗

[@shinyshinythings]

I would pass out after doing the work Alex gets done in two hours, let alone a whole day!

[@Nightscream452]

Those old glass marbles are a real awesome find! You don't see them made like that anymore.Its all resin & plastic.

[@JeanStAubin-nl9uo]

Some of them could be made out of Uranium glass too. I inherited some old marbles and some of them are uranium glass. You can check this by shining a black light flashlight on them to see if they will glow.

[@shadowfox009x]

4711 is famous in Germany, but more for the perfume and less for the soap. My grandmother always had a miniature bottle in her purse to fresh up with, especially on hot days. She also had the soap in her closet to keep the clothes, bed sheets and towels smelling fresh. 4711 now make some really nice and modern scents in their Aqua Colonia line.

[@cherifew3485]

Yes I so remember 4711 it was a great scent!

[@relicryan6573]

I'd check that swiss army knife that was in the bottom of the box with old cameras. A vintage swiss army knife could be worth some cash as well. Cheers!

[@RubeeMae366]

I still think it’s so cool going through and finding treasures. It’s a gamble, kinda like playing slots.

[@catworld8119]

That basement floor scene after you'd pulled the stuck boxes off looked like a large shape puzzle! The outline of the things that were stuck to the floor were still there. This has been a fun series so far but I feel for you having to go through so much work just to clear the trash. I haven't seen things stuck to a floor such as this before! This is like a step back in time with the treasures you are finding. The doctor's kit must be from the fifties.

[@bethpugh9573]

Im guessing you already know, but thought Id throw it out there. Expired camera film sells for$3-$7 a roll.

[@1mmickk]

Alex you throwing out boxes without looking in them is driving me crazy. Same for ratting through boxes, tip them into another box and have a proper look not a boys look. You cant feel a $100 note rattling a box nor can you find the one hidden in a book if you dont look.

[@GuyWithTheDogs]

Good point. He hasn't done this before.

[@virginiaf.5764]

He looks at stuff off camera, because he can't show everything or he'd never get anything done. He may have looked at those boxes off camera. And if something really valuable is spotted, it's understandable to not want to broadcast it. If you watch his auctions, there's always stuff up for bid we haven't seen in these videos.

[@janeysiegrist5061]

More good stuff..even if you aren't finding a lot in the basement..watching the cleanup is so cathartic ❤. You are doing a great service for this family.

[@wendywoodruff2871]

Very satisfying to watch these hoarder house videos. From mind boggling to cleared. It must be easy to get bogged down when you find cool old pieces. Good job!

[@RockyRacoon123]

Does anyone else say to themselves “honey I’m home” after the intro? 😂

[@GuyWithTheDogs]

I don't.

[@katypowers9066]

Has anyone else noticed the coins he flipped by just before he went upstairs? Sometimes I want to reach through the screen! Thank goodness he can't hear me 😂😂💛💜💛💜

[@sharonmakowsky172]

I believe the glass lid you found is for the Corelle ware. The square ones with the cornflower design. Just thought you’d like to know.👍

[@cherifew3485]

The square lid belongs to the Corning ware casserole dish

[@NitrousDiecast]

Very interesting! Its very addictive to see how the rooms become clean!

[@meganwatkins6631]

I'm so glad you looked at the little stereo instead of assuming. What about all those coins in book pages? They can be saved.

[@treasuretom13]

Hope you checked that doctor letter bundle.. 💰 maybe hiding! That pic of your Dad holding the LPs is neat..he looked cool!

[@lizbrown7232]

I didn't realize that was Alex's dad, and wondered why that was in the opening. Thanks for clearing that up! Handsome man!

[@mersea.714]

It seems that they should be paying you to do this clean out. Great video, as always. Hello from Virginia Beach!

[@dorothythomas5323]

I love the bit of comedy Alex uses ,I take care of my mom and one of my 2 boys was killed in a auto accident a few years ago ,it feels good to smile and laugh sometimes 👏🥰

[@TheKatherine1958]

❤️ I’m so very sorry.

[@shelleynobleart]

So sorry, Dorothy. Such hardships.

[@shelleynobleart]

So sorry, Dorothy. Such hardships.

[@PatchworkUSA]

Very very sorry. Wishing you peace....

[@nitamarie5926]

Alex just curious and maybe you have answered this before but how do you come up with a price to give the owners when you don’t know what is in there? You are one hard worker young man. take care and bye for now

[@gidgetcordova1392]

Your guys videos are awesome 👍.,.I would love to get the jar of marbles...it doesn't matter if they are common or not I just collect them...and pez dispensers. But great videos 🙂

[@reginatripp7492]

The medicine bottles could be valuable. People like to collect them. Me included! The fact that they were in their own tins could make them more valuable.

[@keithbriere]

Good morning Alexander! ❤️✌️

[@carol-annemartin401]

on the first episode Melissa said oh look a wedding dress will you show it?

[@StonedustandStardust]

Antique prescription bottles? Antique medical objects are highly sought after.

[@toniasalways]

It's too bad the basement had such a water issue and ruined so many things.

[@anniehartley8851]

Oh my! I remember we had an ashtray like that, yes I´m that old. What a lovely bunch of stuff. But that floor, that is yuck!. We have just de cluttered my aunts flat, and going through clothes and other stuff, it takes a lot of time .