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Pawn jewelry in San Diego: 4 jewelry shops.

4jewelry shops
4.4★avg rating
$50 to $5,000+typical loan
2.5%-3% per monthCA max loan rate
Top picksHighest-rated of 4 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 4 jewelry pawn shops in San Diego, CA

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

Express Pawn

4.5 · 310 reviews

With over 40 years of experience and nine San Diego locations, Express Pawn is the leading high-end pawn operation in the region, specializing in discreet collateral loans on luxury assets.

luxury watchesjewelrydiamondsdesigner handbags
(619) 690-4444 View details

CashCo Pawn

4.4 · 220 reviews

San Diego's highly-rated independent pawn shop with multiple locations, known for friendly staff and fair prices on electronics, jewelry, and tools.

electronicsjewelrytoolsmusical instruments
(619) 280-7296 View details

13 more pawn shops in San Diego 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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Pawning jewelry in San Diego, CA

How much can I get for jewelry at a San Diego pawn shop?
Typical jewelry loans in San Diego 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 San Diego?
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 San Diego pawn shops accept jewelry?
4 verified pawn shops in San Diego, CA 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 California?
California caps pawn loan rates at 2.5%–3% per month (sliding scale). Minimum loan term: 4 months. Regulator: California Department of Justice.

Last verified 2026-05-29. All 17 pawn shops in San Diego, CA · Pawn shops near me in San Diego

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