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Pawn Shops in Jersey City, NJ

5 of the 12 pawn shops, check cashing and loan stores we list in Jersey City are pawn shops.

Pawn shops vary significantly in the inventory they carry, with some focusing on high-end jewelry and electronics while others stock tools, firearms, or musical instruments. Loan terms, interest rates, and retail pricing also differ based on location and corporate or independent ownership. A map pin confirms a store is open, but it will not show you their current valuation policies or what items they accept for collateral.

  1. H. Schoenberg

    744 Bergen Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306-4707

    Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm, Sat 9am-3:30pm, Sun closed

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  2. Jemma Loan Co Inc

    190 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302-2823

    Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 10am-6pm, Wed 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-3pm

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  3. Presta Pawn Shop

    497 West Side Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304-1515

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  4. Mike's Gold & Silver Pawn Shop

    576 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306-2344

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  5. Benchmark Gold

    30 Mall Dr W, Jersey City, NJ 07310

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Bring valid photo ID. State regulations require a government-issued ID for all pawn loans and outright sales, and most stores require items to be clean and fully functional before making an offer.

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What is the difference between pawning an item and selling it?

Pawning an item means using it as collateral for a short-term cash loan, which you can reclaim after repaying the principal plus interest and fees. Selling is a final transaction where you relinquish ownership of the item in exchange for immediate cash. Pawn offers are typically lower than outright sale offers because the shop must store and hold the item.

How long do I have to pay back a pawn loan?

Standard pawn loan terms are typically 30 days, though exact timeframes are set by state and local laws. Most shops allow you to extend or renew the loan by paying the interest accrued for that period. If you do not repay or extend the loan, the shop takes ownership of the item to resell, which does not affect your credit score.

How do pawn shops determine how much money to offer?

Appraisers look at the item's current secondary market value, condition, brand, and likelihood of reselling if the loan defaults. For precious metals and jewelry, valuation relies on the current spot price of gold or silver alongside stone quality. Expect offers to be a percentage of the item's resale value rather than its original retail price.