Pawnbroking is one of the oldest professions in America. These shops have been lending against collateral through depressions, wars, and recessions — some for over a century.
Last updated April 2026 · 12 shops · Sourced from public ratings
New Jersey's most historic pawnbroker, established in 1890 and serving Newark for over 130 years as the state's largest pawnbroker and jeweler, now using AI-powered Entrupy authentication for luxury items.
View full listingJersey City's oldest pawn shop, open since 1895 and still family-operated, specializing in jewelry, gold, and musical instruments with 4-month low-interest loans in the McGinley Square neighborhood.
View full listingOne of Detroit's oldest and most respected pawnbrokers, Zeidman's has over a century of experience in jewelry, diamonds, and vintage collectibles.
View full listingBeverly Hills' legendary upscale pawnbroker serving celebrities and high-net-worth clients since 1938, known for discreet collateral loans against Rolex watches, fine jewelry, and luxury assets.
View full listingOne of Kansas City's oldest and most trusted pawn shops, Sol's specializes in fine jewelry, diamonds, and gold with over 80 years of community service and expert appraisals.
View full listingA downtown Columbia staple since 1941 and multi-generational family-owned, Bonded Loan Office is South Carolina's oldest active pawnbroker with two on-site graduate gemologists and a stunning selection of fine jewelry and high-end guitars.
View full listingA locally owned Fort Wayne pawn shop in continuous operation since 1946, B & B Loan Company is one of Indiana's oldest pawnbrokers with a loyal community following in Allen County.
View full listingA family-owned Bronx institution serving the community for over 70 years, known for honest appraisals on jewelry and electronics and a loyal neighborhood clientele.
View full listingA downtown Evansville institution with decades of pawn experience, Goldman's Pawn Shop serves the Tri-State area with fair appraisals and a broad merchandise selection.
View full listingRooted in Milwaukee's wholesale fur business since the 1950s, Neighborhood Pawn has grown into one of the Midwest's largest fur and leather distributors while providing community pawn services for over 60 years.
View full listingOne of Chicago's oldest and largest pawn shops, renowned for G.I.A.-certified diamonds, high cash payouts on gold and jewelry, and an in-house master jeweler for repairs.
View full listingSan Francisco Bay Area's #1 coin and precious metals buyer since 1960, Witter Coin specializes in rare coins, gold jewelry, Rolex watches, and estate silver from its Marina District showroom.
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