• The Truth About Lab-Grown Diamonds: What Retailers Don’t Tell You

    The Truth About Lab-Grown Diamonds: What Retailers Don’t Tell You

    When you begin shopping for a diamond, it’s possible you come across the option of purchasing a lab-grown diamond. At first glance, these stones look like the real deal. They sparkle just as brightly and are often times offered at a lower price point than their natural counterpoints. However, the largest issue with lab-grown diamonds […]

  • Silver vs Platinum: Metals Other Than Gold You Can Pawn

    Silver vs Platinum: Metals Other Than Gold You Can Pawn

    Gold isn’t the only precious metal in demand at pawn shops throughout Chicago. If you have decorative cutlery made of silver at home or an eye-catching piece of platinum jewelry, you might be able to cash those items in fairly easily. Or you could use them as leverage next time you need a loan. Why […]

  • Why Is Gold So Popular at Pawn Shops?

    Why Is Gold So Popular at Pawn Shops?

    Despite its occasional swing in value either direction, the stability of gold makes it one of the most popular commodities discovered at, and sold to, pawn shops everywhere. It is fairly abundant in various forms around the globe, which means there’s a significant chance you may even have a bit of it in your home […]

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