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Rough offers most pawn shops will quote, expressed as a percentage of the item's resale value. Actual offers vary by shop, condition, demand, and your local pawn market — always shop two or three quotes.
| Category | Typical loan offer | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gold & fine jewelry | 25–60% of melt value | Karat-tested. Stones often valued separately or not at all. |
| Branded watches | 40–70% of resale | Rolex, Omega, Cartier, Patek attract the best offers; box and papers help. |
| Electronics | 15–35% of retail | Phones, laptops, gaming consoles. Original charger, cables and box raise the offer. |
| Power tools | 15–30% of retail | DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita best. Battery-powered tools need a working battery. |
| Firearms | 40–60% of retail | FFL-licensed shops only. Background check required to redeem. |
| Musical instruments | 20–40% of resale | Vintage guitars, pro-audio gear and known brands (Fender, Gibson, Martin) get more. |
Source: pawn industry norms summarized from our pricing guide. Ranges are educational, not a quote. The only number that matters is the one your local shop writes on the ticket.
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Quick guides to help you walk in informed and walk out with a fair deal.
Loans vs. outright sales, interest rates, what happens if you can't pay back, and how long you have to redeem.
Read guide 02How shops appraise jewelry, electronics, tools, and instruments — and the prep that gets you a higher offer.
Read guide 03A simple framework for deciding whether to pawn (get it back later) or sell outright (more cash, gone forever).
Read guide 04What every pawn ticket should include, your right to redeem, and how to spot a shop that isn't playing fair.
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