Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
The What Sold Podcast - Episode 77 - Inside The World of Pawn Shops From Eyes Of A Reseller - How To Navigate A Pawnshop
In this episode of the What Sold Podcast, hosts Brandon and Matt discuss their daily routines and challenges as resellers, including navigating a fluctuating spring season and managing allergies. Matt shares his experiences purchasing items to resell, such as comic books, sports cards, and Thomas Kincaid paintings. The conversation delves into the complexity of reselling sports cards, touching on factors like card grading and market value. The hosts also explore the role of pawn shops in the resale market, explaining their buying strategies and the pros and cons for resellers. Matt sheds light on the concept of Pietra Dura, an ancient art form involving semi-precious gemstones, and highlights its value. The episode concludes with a showcase of recent sales, including Victorian-era hat pins, gold lockets, and vintage wristwatches, emphasizing the importance of knowledge and research in the reselling business.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
01:06 Spring Allergies and Handkerchiefs
02:36 Morning Fulfillment and New Shipment
03:40 Trading Cards and Grading Process
10:47 Challenges with eBay Funds Hold
13:51 Using Pawn Shops as a Reseller
27:49 Pawn Shop Loans and Buybacks
29:03 Buying from Pawn Shops: Hidden Treasures
30:30 Ethical Concerns with Pawn Shops
31:26 Using Pawn Shops for Jewelry Valuation
36:31 Victorian Era Jewelry: Piera Dura
42:19 Recent Sales and Valuable Finds
51:56 Shipping and Insurance Tips
52:59 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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