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Lost Tombs of Notre Dame

Season 51 Episode 18

After the Notre Dame fire in 2019, two mysterious coffins were found buried beneath its floor. Where did they come from and who was inside? Follow scientists and historians as they investigate what their stories reveal about this iconic cathedral.

Aired: 12/17/24
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Extras
Appraisal: 1960 Elvis Presley-signed Ice Cream Cone Display
The deadliest American wildfire in a century, and the missed warnings that made it so unstoppable.
Appraisal: Marcus & Co. Boulder Opal Gold Ring, ca. 1900
Appraisal: French Figural Clock, ca. 1850
Appraisal: 1680 Moses Pitt North Pole Map
Appraisal: Winslow Homer Watercolors, ca. 1878
Appraisal: Clarence Millet Oil Paintings, ca. 1945
Appraisal: 1947 Max Ernst 'Dangerous Liaisons' Etching
Appraisal: 1965 Bjorn Wiinblad 'Autumn' Figure
Appraisal: 1976 Marvel UK 'Super Spider-Man' #175 Cover Art
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