by Data Age | Jun 9, 2014 | Business, General Merchandise, Gold & Jewelry, Industry, News
The gold Rolex given to President Dwight Eisenhower for his heroic role in D-Day is being auctioned for the first time in its history – for an estimated $1million. Experts say the wristwatch is among the most important made by the Swiss firm, which is now one of...
by Data Age | Jun 9, 2014 | Gold & Jewelry, Industry, News
(Kitco News) – Gold prices are trading steady to slightly higher in the immediate aftermath of a U.S. jobs report that showed non-farm jobs rose a bit more than expected. Gold traders and investors have apparently reckoned their metal’s prices had fallen too far...
by Marc Cohen | Jun 9, 2014 | Industry, News
More than $48,000 worth of stolen property was recovered by Eau Claire police and returned to its owners between Feb. 1 and June 1. A key component in many of the cases is pawn shops. During that four-month period, Detective Jason Kaveney has investigated 95 cases,...
by Data Age | Jun 6, 2014 | Industry
Pawnshops are emerging that lend money to cash-poor consumers with pricey collateral. If you’ve got a cash-flow problem and a rare Picasso painting lying around your house, you’re in luck. A growing niche of high-end pawnshops wants your business....
by Data Age | Jun 6, 2014 | Industry, News
A 42-year-old suburban West Palm Beach housekeeper is facing charges after she allegedly stole jewelry from her clients’ homes and pawned it. Digna Maribel Ruiz was arrested on charges of grand theft from a person 65 or older, exploitation of an elderly person, false...
by Data Age | Jun 6, 2014 | Business, Industry
New York Loan Company has been gaining a lot of media attention lately, both locally and nationally, ranging from the New York Times to NPR to The Wall Street Journal, which begs the question: Why is New York Loan Company so newsworthy? A unique service. New York Loan...