How did a violin that was bought at a pawn shop for $50, end up being worth about 5,000 times that.
At a place similar to Gems N' Loans Oceanside, had no idea what they were buying when they paid for the Ferdinando Gagliano violin, which was handcrafted in 1759 and is worth $250,000. The store manager was quoted saying that the bows alone are worth $16,000 to $18,000.
According to the police in that area, they said the violin was stolen during a house break-in and has since been returned to its rightful owner, and the seller had no criminal record and they’re still investigating.
You never know what you arguing to find at a pawn shop. Pawn broker is interesting and often accumulates heirlooms and antiquities that are historic in value and conversation. Most pawn brokers are through and sure to vet the merchandise coming in to hurt stores, to ensure they aren't stolen.
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There are a variety of items you can find good deals on at pawn shops, including antiques and vintage valuables. Pawn shops in Oceanside sell deeply discounted electronics, fine jewelry, musical instruments and an array of collectibles or antiques that can net high prices in their respective niche markets.
This kind of diverse inventory has everything to do with a pawn shop’s business model. At Gems N’ Loans, their jewelry prices are normally about half of what you would pay retail and the quality is just as good. Some people may have an issue with buying “used” jewelry, but isn’t almost all jewelry “used” in some way, shape, or form? Diamonds are removed from one diamond ring and placed on another, where gold is melted and re-formed into new jewelry all the time.
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Gems N' Loans Silver Specials Starting at $19.99
If you are looking for elegance without expense, look no further! We have a huge assortment of elegant silver jewelry to suit your fashionista or common needs. Our onsite jeweler can also help you customize your size and look and feel!
At Gems N' Loans, Frank is able to create a unique custom design piece for you according to your ideas and specifications or he can recreate jewelry that you saw in images, magazines or lost pieces. You will be delighted you did — especially when you see the beauty and learn how much money you will save. Our master jeweler can do it all: size rings, retip prongs and channels, tighten loose stones, reset stones, polish jewelry, rhodium plate, refinishing of silver, gold and platinum and replace clasps. Our master jeweler can repair your heirloom and other pieces right on the premises. We offer complimentary jewelry cleaning.
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