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Inherited Jewelry: What Do I Do with It?

Inheriting multiple pieces of jewelry can be overwhelming. Which pieces are valuable and pieces are costume? Be informed when it comes to your inherited jewelry.

Someone stole a giant bronze hippo, and the owners want it back

The 1,500-pound, 6.5-foot cast bronze sculpture was reported stolen Friday.

How to Clean Coins to Make Them More Valuable

You come across a rare 1909 Indian Head Cent, generally worth over $400. But wait it’s very dirty and tarnished. What do you do?

Conch pearls: what are they and why are they so rare?

Prized for their beautiful colours and unique flame effect, we find out what it is about conch pearls that makes them so elusive - and expensive.

Selling to and Buying From Pawn Shops: How Do Pawn Shops Determine Value?

Before approaching a pawn shop, learn how do pawn shops determine value of items pledged as collateral. Pawn shops will look into the condition of the item, its resale value, and appraised market value to determine its price and offer you the same. Learn here the ins and outs of buying and selling to pawn shops, including the regulatory agencies which govern them.

Our Guide to Buying a Diamond Ring from a Pawn Shop

Purchasing the perfect diamond ring from a pawn shop requires a little bit of patience, luck, and knowledge. The great news is that pawn shops are always getting new diamond rings, so you never know what you will find each time you visit. Because of this, it is something of an exciting adventure

10 Myths About Gun Owners

There are a lot of myths about gun owners on the Interwebs. For whatever reason, people seem to believe everything they read, watch and listen to about gun owners. Not good — because most of what people read, watch and listen to is B.S.

9 Things You Might Not Know about Pawn Shops ...

So, I recently started getting into shows like Pawn Stars and Hardcore Pawn (which, represent, is located in Detroit, all up on 8 Mile) – which are about pawn shops, naturallyNow, I’ve been in pawn shops, but I’ve never bought anything in one of them, and I’ve never utilized their services.Having finally learned that not everything my TV says is 100 percent true (shock, right?), I decided I better look up some true facts.If you’re curious too, then here are…

How a CNY band teacher used school instruments to get money from pawn shop

James C. Demauro, a Phoenix teacher, admitted to State Police he took school instruments to a pawn shop 25 times.

How To Shop For Diamonds

Know Your Diamonds Ever since the first diamond engagement ring was given to a 15th century bride, diamond has been the stone of choice for professing your love. But that doesn’t mean you sho…

Making Sure We're No Longer Pawns

Family caregivers aren't pawns that help others make money. Family caregivers are important customers that help providers stay in business.

12 Fascinating Facts About People Who Go To Pawnshops

ABCs of Pawn Shopping

Eureka Pawn Shop offers a unique buying and selling experience to residents and visitors in Humboldt County. Not your average second-hand store, Eureka Pawn Shop offers a wide selection of high-quality items, including gold jewelry, musical instruments, outdoor gear, electronics, and more. When you come to Eureka Pawn Shop, you can either pawn or sell your items, or purchase something new to youPawningWhen you…

Here's how to sell those unwanted holiday gifts

From RealReal to Raise and Reverb, there are a number of ways to hawk holiday presents online.

What is the meaning of your family name?

You have been named after your best qualities! Find out now what the meaning of your last name is! Click here!

How do you cool down a hot interior?

Have you ever walked across a hot asphalt parking lot, and, with each step, dreaded the moment you have to open the car door and climb into an oven? That hot summer sun: we love it, we hate it. But who enjoys burning their hammies, their hands, and every other body part that makes contact with a car's interior on a hot summer day? The good news is that I am the "Sultan of Cool," bearing tips to he

6 Ways to NOT Annoy Your Fellow Hikers

How to keep your fellow hikers from hiking away from you