For those of you who scour eBay and other online sites in an effort to score fine jewelry for less it’s time you got out of the house and into a New York City pawn shop.

Despite all the reality shows depicting pawn shops, many people still ask pawnbrokers, “How do pawn shops work?” There’s a simple way to explain how pawn shops work. Contact us to get a loan, or if you have more questions. Simple Answer: A customer brings an item of value into a pawn shop to secure […]

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that pawn shops are often places to find all kinds of treasures, from high-end watches to platinum and diamond jewelry, art, antiques collectibles and more. Most pawn shops will buy almost any item of value. At Modell Collateral Loans, however, we specialize in diamond and platinum […]

If you are considering taking something of value to a pawn shop, whether you plan to get a pawn loan or sell it, you are probably wondering how the pawnbroker is going determine the value of your collateral. Most pawnbrokers have knowledge in a wide range of valuable objects including electronics, jewelry, antiques, and musical […]

Platinum is a precious metal and is one of the rarest elements found in the earth’s crust. Because it is so scarce and highly sought after, it has great value. Although platinum was first discovered in around the 16th century in South America, today the majority of the world’s platinum is mined in South Africa, […]

Modell Collateral Loans specializes in a number of luxury, vintage and estate jewelry items. We’ll get you the most money possible for your valuable item. • Gold – Gold jewelry is one of the most popular items to pawn at a pawn shop. Gold is timeless and always in demand, and the pawnbroker never doubts […]

No longer is a fancy Rolex watch the only accessory acceptable for a man to wear. The hottest new trend in fashion is men’s jewelry. Even male celebrities have been spotted in an array of diamond jewelry from watches to earrings and  rings. It’s an anything goes world right now when it comes to fashion […]

With gold prices remaining relativley high, many Americans are still cashing in on the gold craze by pawning their scrap or unwanted gold jewelry. Gold prices soared to over $1,900 an ounce in 2011, but gold continues to be a solid investment. With the proliferation of gold buying establishments, it’s important to know how the […]

There are so many reasons that diamonds have become so highly sought-after. The clarity and sparkle of a diamond is truly unique among gemstones, and diamonds have long symbolized fidelity and longevity in a relationship. Diamonds are also synonymous with wedding rings. Diamonds add sophistication to any look. Diamond jewelry often becomes heirloom jewelry that […]

If you don’t own high-end jewelry because you don’t believe it’s affordable consider shopping at a pawn shop. It’s one of the best ways to look high-end for less.