What’s the Difference Between Pawning and Selling Gold and Jewelry?

By Shane Maguire on January 27, 2021

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Because the price of gold is higher now than it has been in years, many people are looking for the best possible way to turn their gold and other precious metals into cash.

When it comes to making quick cash, many people turn to pawnshops as a means of turning their gold, jewelry, and other items into money. On the other hand, many prefer to sell their items outright to get the process over with quickly and to walk away with cash in their hand. But which is better – pawning or selling?

Jewelry has a high retail markup compared to an item’s actual market/secondary value. Here is a breakdown of the key differences between pawning and selling to help determine which can produce the best value for your gold, jewelry, and other precious metals.

What to expect when selling a diamond

By Joe Beasy on December 29, 2020

Selling diamond jewelry can be an extremely frustrating and overwhelming process. First and foremost, the item up for sale is most often a wedding ring or engagement setting, which can bring with it its own emotional challenges and difficulties.

Second, most people selling a diamond expect to receive a great price in return – at least, a price fairly close to the one they originally paid. This is rarely the case, however, and can result in dissatisfaction and added frustration for the seller.

To further complicate matters, it is difficult to know if the price you’re being offered is good and fair – or how to go about finding a good price in the first place.

Here is a breakdown of what you should expect when selling a diamond and how you can go about making sure you receive the best possible price.

How to sell dental gold

By Shane Maguire on December 3, 2020

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Most people are familiar with the common practice of selling their old gold or silver jewelry, but your old dental work may also have a fair value of its own. If you have old dental crowns or bridges stored away that you’re not sure what to do with, there’s a chance they may contain gold or other precious metals.

Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about how to sell your dental gold.

Guide to selling rare and collectible coins

By Shane Maguire on November 10, 2020

Those involved in the trade are well aware of the large and thriving community of rare coin collectors. Everything from classic U.S. coins to rare European tender can still be highly coveted by the right audience, with buyers and sellers around the world vying to either bolster or cash in on their unique collection.

A similar sentiment could be shared for bullion, as bars and ingots are still frequently transacted with on a daily basis.

This high level of interest and activity also means that there is a very lucrative market for both coins and bullion – and that you could be closer than you think to cashing in on some of your precious metals.

Here are some of the key points to keep in mind when selling coins and bullion today.

How to sell your wedding ring online

By Shane Maguire on August 4, 2020

Close-up image of entrepreneur typing on keyboard when creating report for financial department

Selling your wedding ring can be a difficult and emotional process, regardless of the reasons behind it. Whether you’ve recently gone through a challenging divorce, are dealing with the death of a spouse, or are simply looking to upgrade an old ring for a more modern or elegant option, we are here to help.

Here are some tips on how to sell your wedding ring or engagement ring while ensuring you maximize its value.