Do you want to pawn it or sell it? Most people are just discovering pawn shops due to mainstream media shows such as “Hardcore Pawn”. Pawn shops are not new to society; in fact they have been around for more than 3,000 years. Today’s pawn shops operate like mini, non-traditional banks for people of all […]
What’s New at the Online Pawn Shop?
Recently, a client came to us for a personal asset loan using her late husband’s vintage Rolex watch as collateral. The watch has a very unusual dial compared to modern era watches. During our investigation, we uncovered a very colorful history of watches of this type. Our research led us to a blog by HODINKEE, […]
How Much is My Diamond Worth at a Pawn Shop?
Even if you have an insurance appraisal, the whole diamond pricing process is confusing. This infographic by Pawntique, the online pawn shop, explains what you should expect to get for your diamond if you sell it or pawn it. Ever wonder why a jeweler is selling a piece for a certain price, yet it is […]
Who Knew You Could Find Louis at the Pawn Shop?!
Rick Harrison, star of the hit series Pawn Stars, is famous for saying, “You never know what’s going to come through that door!” The thrill and excitement of working in a pawn shop is the fact that interesting items are always coming into the shop! Most people probably think of pawn shop items consisting of […]