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Pawn jewelry in San Francisco: 5 jewelry shops.

5jewelry shops
4.5★avg rating
$50 to $5,000+typical loan
2.5%-3% per monthCA 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 San Francisco, CA

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

Best Collateral

4.3 · 290 reviews

A trusted Mission District institution since 1994, Best Collateral is San Francisco's go-to neighborhood pawn shop for quick cash loans and fair appraisals on jewelry and electronics.

jewelryelectronicscoinsmusical instruments
(415) 282-1782 View details

Witter Coin

4.8 · 145 reviews

San 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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(415) 781-5690 View details

Buy Sell Loan

4.3 · 195 reviews

A Bay Area pawn chain with multiple locations, Buy Sell Loan specializes in precious metals, fine jewelry, diamonds, and rare coins with expert appraisers on staff.

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(415) 252-0765 View details

Bay Area Gold and Silver Buyers

4.8 · 101 reviews

San Francisco's top-rated gold and jewelry buyer, known for using X-ray fluorescence technology for non-destructive testing and paying above-market prices for precious metals and watches.

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(415) 233-9999 View details

Pacific Loan Company

4.3 · 0 reviews

Pacific Loan Company in San Francisco, California.

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(415) 777-3877 View details

7 more pawn shops in San Francisco 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 Francisco, CA

How much can I get for jewelry at a San Francisco pawn shop?
Typical jewelry loans in San Francisco 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 Francisco?
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 Francisco pawn shops accept jewelry?
5 verified pawn shops in San Francisco, 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 12 pawn shops in San Francisco, CA · Pawn shops near me in San Francisco

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