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Pawn jewelry in Chicago: 5 jewelry shops.

5jewelry shops
4.1★avg rating
$50 to $5,000+typical loan
20% per month + feesIL max loan rate
Top picksHighest-rated of 5 jewelry shops
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What gets the best offer

  • Gold and platinum pieces (priced by weight x karat x spot)
  • Diamond rings with GIA or IGI certificates
  • Branded designer pieces from Tiffany, Cartier, David Yurman
  • Vintage and estate pieces in original condition

What to bring

  • Government photo ID
  • Any appraisal papers, receipts, or certificates
  • Original box or pouch where possible
  • A clean, untangled piece (skip the polish; shops test the metal anyway)

Karat stamps and weight drive most offers. Loose stones with paperwork get the highest premiums. Plated pieces and costume jewelry rarely pawn for more than $20.

All 5 jewelry pawn shops in Chicago, IL

Sorted by rating and review count. Each listing accepts jewelry based on the shop's published specialties.

Chicago Pawners & Jewelers

4.5 · 320 reviews

One 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.

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(312) 738-1377 View details

A-Royal Pawn Shop

4.2 · 180 reviews

A trusted downtown Chicago pawn shop conveniently located in the Loop, offering competitive pawn loans and cash purchases on a wide variety of items from jewelry to electronics.

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(312) 427-6542 View details

EZPAWN

3.8 · 112 reviews

EZPAWN's Little Village location on Chicago's west side, offering quick pawn loans and a wide selection of pre-owned electronics, power tools, and instruments.

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(773) 522-9860 View details

EZPAWN

3.9 · 98 reviews

A Logan Square area EZPAWN location offering fast cash loans, pre-owned electronics, and a variety of merchandise at everyday low prices.

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(773) 278-3677 View details

Royal Pawn Shop

4.3 · 0 reviews

Royal Pawn Shop in Chicago, Illinois.

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(312) 663-3901 View details

15 more pawn shops in Chicago are not on this list. Some lend on jewelry occasionally, others stick to other categories. See the full city directory to compare every option.

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Other categories in Chicago

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Pawning jewelry in Chicago, IL

How much can I get for jewelry at a Chicago pawn shop?
Typical jewelry loans in Chicago run $50 to $5,000+. The shop bases the offer on condition, brand, and resale demand. Karat stamps and weight drive most offers. Loose stones with paperwork get the highest premiums. Plated pieces and costume jewelry rarely pawn for more than $20.
What do I need to pawn jewelry in Chicago?
Bring a government photo ID and the item itself. For jewelry, also bring: Any appraisal papers, receipts, or certificates, Original box or pouch where possible, A clean, untangled piece (skip the polish; shops test the metal anyway).
How many Chicago pawn shops accept jewelry?
5 verified pawn shops in Chicago, IL list jewelry as a specialty in our directory. The list above is sorted by customer rating and review count, with the highest-rated shops at the top.
What is the maximum pawn loan rate in Illinois?
Illinois caps pawn loan rates at 20% per month + fees. Minimum loan term: 30 days. Regulator: Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation.

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