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What do the 3 gold balls outside a pawn shop mean?
Many traditional shops have iconic symbols outside their doors. The use of symbols for traditional shops dates back to a time in Europe when most people were unable to read or write. Instead, the common folk would rely on iconic symbols to identify the shops in medieval villages. Over time, the use of these symbols […]
How to Pawn Something
Your local pawn shop can be a lifesaver when you are tight on money. Unexpected expenses and emergencies can hit anyone hard, especially in these tough economic times. Instead of going deep into credit card debt or borrowing from a family member or friend, you might consider pawning something you own that is of value. […]
What’s the Average Value of Your Home Contents?
The contents of your home may be much more valuable than you think. In fact, the average household is underinsured by over $20,000. While it is easy to remember to include your valuables such as jewelry, fine artwork and antiques in your estimates of the value of your possessions, it is just as easy to […]
Most Valuable Star Wars Toys
The epic saga of Star Wars has now spanned over three decades. Fans now span generations. While die hard fans of the original trilogy may have been critical of the more recent films and the acquisition of Lucasfilm by Disney in 2012, nothing can dampen the anticipation of fans young and old at the announcement […]
Pawning a Summer Clear Out
Is it time to clear out the clutter? Summer time is a good time to think about clearing out some of your goods and pawning them. The weather is nice so you can haul everything out, sort it and prioritize what you’d like to keep, donate and pawn. In the process of clearing out the […]