What do the tiny 10K, 14K, and 18K stamps on your jewelry actually mean? Learn how gold karat marks work, why purity matters, and what those numbers can tell you about the gold you own.
What makes one item worth more than another at a pawn shop? Learn how condition, demand, current market value, materials, and other factors can influence an item’s pawn value.
Jewelry trends come and go, but some pieces remain stylish year after year.
When choosing jewelry that will never go out of style, it’s important to focus on quality materials and classic design. At American Jewelry and Loan, customers often discover that many of the most enduring jewelry styles are already available through beautiful pre-owned pieces.
American Jewelry and Loan opened in 1978 and has become one of the largest and most recognizable pawn shops in the world. The flagship Detroit location was the setting for the record-breaking reality show, Hardcore Pawn, but remains a dedicated full-service pawn shop. American Jewelry and Loan shops are located in Detroit, Hazel Park, Pontiac, and Southgate, Michigan.
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