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# Hat City Pawn

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- [Depreciation and How it Affects the Value of Items](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/depreciation-and-how-it-affects-the-value-of-items/) - Depreciation In All Things In a world as fast moving as ours, the next latest and greatest gadget is always just around the corner. It's great being able to upgrade your phone, laptop, tool, or even your car almost every year. But what about the item you have now? Is it still worth what you
- [How Did Pawning Begin](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-did-pawning-begin/) - Pawning dates back to the earliest times known to man. There are references to pawning in biblical times right on through the ages in China, ancient Greece and Rome, Medieval Europe and later the United States. Pawning is an ancient practice that has been looked upon both negatively and favorably at different periods in time.
- [Unlocking the Value of Your Watch](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/unlock-the-value-of-your-watch/) - When you need to know the time, do you look at your wrist or pull out your mobile phone? Most people rely on their mobile devices to tell time in today’s connected world. While people still wear watches, they are more of an accessory than a timepiece. Do you have watches at home collecting dust?
- [Should you Pawn Jewelry?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/should-you-pawn-jewel/) - Do you need extra money? Many people experience hard financial times. While it may be difficult to consider, pawning your valuables may your only viable option. Jewelry is often ideal to pawn, because it holds its value well. If you need extra cash, you should at least consider pawning your jewelry. Silver, gold and platinum
- [Local Pawn Shops](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/local-pawn-shop/) - In many ways, the local pawn shop has replaced the old general store across America. When you walk through the doors of your local pawn shop, you can expect to be greeted with a friendly smile. Pawn shops are a great place to visit and pass the time. You can inquire about the value of
- [How to Pawn Jewelry](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-to-pawn-jewels/) - Hat City Pawn welcomes your inquiries about any and all pieces of jewelry that you think may be of value. We are always interested in buying gold, silver, platinum or palladium jewelry. You may also use jewelry as collateral for a pawn loan. In fact, jewelry is one of the more common items used for
- [Should you Pawn Jewelry?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/should-you-pawn-jewelry/) - Do you need extra money? Many people experience hard financial times. While it may be difficult to consider, pawning your valuables may your only viable option. Jewelry is often ideal to pawn, because it holds its value well. If you need extra cash, you should at least consider pawning your jewelry. Silver, gold and platinum
- [Pawning Hunting Equipment](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawning-hunting-equipment/) - Hunting is a big part of life for many people, it's a way of getting back to nature, and experiencing the outdoors with friends. It's also a pastime that carries with it some high costs, and certain types of hunting are only available at certain times of the year. This means that many hunters will
- [How A Pawn Loan Works](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-a-pawn-loan-works-2/) - The pawn industry is one of the oldest means of borrowing money on the planet, in one form or another pawn shops have been around since the early history of Europe, and even before that, people used similar methods of trading to free up cash to fund their lives. Despite the fact that many people use
- [The Changing Value of Gold](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/the-changing-value-of-gold/) - Gold has been one of the most traded commodities throughout history, and even in the 21st century, it has the ability to attract investors who are drawn to it as a safe place to store value over time. Over the past few years we've seen more volatility than usual with the price of Gold, but in recent months, increasing
- [Spring Cleaning with your local Pawn Shop](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/spring-cleaning-with-your-local-pawn-shop/) - It's that time of year when you'll probably be thinking about de-cluttering your house and garage to get your home ready for the year ahead. It's also a great time to free up some spare cash by taking your unwanted, but saleable goods to your local pawn shop. At Hat City Pawn in Danbury and Norwalk,
- [Free Up Some Money From Unwanted Gifts at your local Pawn Shop](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/free-up-some-money-from-unwanted-gifts-at-your-local-pawn-shop-2/) - Did you receive money as a gift over the holidays? While many stores run sales at the beginning of the new year, much of the merchandise has been picked over by last minute holiday shoppers. Instead of digging through the bargain bins at the mall, stop by your local pawn shop. Pawn shops are a
- [What you need to do to pawn firearms](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/what-you-need-to-do-to-pawn-firearms-2/) - Firearms are an ideal item for you to pawn because they hold their value over time. You can get a fair amount of money by pawning just one or two guns. Plus, because most people store their guns in a safe for the majority of the year, pawning them for a month will not cause
- [Is now the right time to buy Gold?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/is-now-the-right-time-to-buy-gold-2/) - Deciding when to buy gold can be a challenge. Like any other form of investment, investing in gold is a gamble. However, gold is less of a risk than other less tangible forms of investment. After all, gold has been a source of wealth throughout time, dating back to ancient civilizations. While there are better
- [The 10 Most Expensive Cars of All Time](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/the-10-most-expensive-cars-of-all-time/) - As a car collector, what’s your grail car? While some collectors scour car lots and pawn shops in search of a hidden gem, others seek out priceless cars at auction. Here are the 10 most expensive cars of all time that were sold at auction: 1. 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa This car was auctioned
- [Pawn Shops:  A Great Place to find a New Year Bargain!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-shops-a-great-place-to-find-a-new-year-bargain/) - Did you receive money as a gift over the holidays? While many stores run sales at the beginning of the new year, much of the merchandise has been picked over by last minute holiday shoppers. Instead of digging through the bargain bins at the mall, stop by your local pawn shop. Pawn shops are a
- [Planning a New Year Clear-out - Call your Pawn Shop](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/planning-a-new-year-clear-out-call-your-pawn-shop/) - It’s a brand new year! Out with the old, in with the new! What better way to start off your new year than to clear out all of the clutter in your home. If your resolutions for the new year include getting organized, there’s no better way to do it than to clear out your
- [Borrowing Money from a Pawn Shop](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/borrowing-money-from-a-pawn-shop-2/) - The idea of borrowing money from a pawn shop may seem a little intimidating. However, the process is very simple and straightforward. In fact, it really couldn’t be easier. If you’re like most people, you have lots of items laying around your home that you can pawn. Look around your home and see what you
- [5 Most Popular Items in Pawn Shops](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/5-most-popular-items-in-pawn-shops/) - Pawn shops are great places to find almost anything. Shoppers appreciate the eclectic and always changing inventory offered by many pawn shops. Whether you’re looking for a baseball card to add to your collection, a unique piece of jewelry, a musical instrument, a popular consumer electronics device or a drill to finish up a weekend
- [What are the most valuable coins for collectors?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/what-are-the-most-valuable-coins-for-collectors/) - Coins can be valued on what they are worth as a currency, what they are worth to collectors and what they are worth for the metals they contain. Coin collectors generally collect them for what they are worth to collectors. This is known as the numismatic value. Here are the a few of the most
- [Connecticut Collectables - What is our state famous for?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/connecticut-collectables-what-is-our-state-famous-for/) - Connecticut is a state with many firsts for North America including having claim to the first telephone book ever issued to the first public library to the first nuclear powered submarine. Collectors travel throughout the state to pick up historic finds in expected places like quaint New England antique shops to hole-in-the-wall pawn shops. You
- [Pawning Gold: A Guide to Getting the Best Price](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawning-gold-a-guide-to-getting-the-best-price/) - If you have gold jewelry, coins or bullion and are in need of cash, you can pawn it or sell it. Gold is always sought after by pawn shops and gold buyers. If you need the money, you may not be able to wait until the market price is high. Still, you there are some
- [Pawning Firearms -Things to Consider](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawning-firearms-things-to-consider/) - People often overlook their firearms when searching their home for valuable goods to pawn. However, firearms are often the ideal goods for a pawn loan. Most people store their firearms in their safe and only use them on occasion for sporting purposes. As a result, they won’t be missed for a short pawn loan period.
- [Pawn Movie Collectables](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-movie-collectables/) - Many people love movie collectables. For fans, there’s something magical about collecting movie memorabilia. Even a fleeting glance at a movie poster or figurine can bring back fond memories of the movie and the shared experience of watching it. Pawn shops are often seeking movie collectables. They are also a great place to scour for
- [Clearing out after Summer - Pawning Sports Equipment](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/clearing-out-after-summer-pawning-sports-equipment/) - Clearing out after the home, garage and yard after the busy summer months have passed is a daunting task many households. All of the barbecues, parties and activities can leave your property filled with all sorts of extra goods, including sports equipment. Perhaps you needed some extra equipment for a pick up game of badminton
- [Hidden Treasures - The Lost Faberge Eggs](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/hidden-treasures-the-lost-faberge-eggs/) - The lost Farberge Eggs are part of a collection of 50 delivered by Faberge to Emperors Alexander III and Nicholas II between 1885 and 1916. During the revolution, the Romanov palaces were ransacked by the Bolsheviks. The Faberge eggs were inventoried and packed in crates that were then stored in the Kremlin Armory. A number
- [The Most Valuable Musical Instruments](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/the-most-valuable-musical-instruments/) - Music is a magical and immersive form of art. For many, the value of music in life is priceless. However, the musical instruments behind the music they play often come with a high price tag. In fact, many instruments are worth a shocking amount of money. What makes musical instruments valuable? There are a number
- [5 Ways to Free Up Money by Pawning Unwanted Goods](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/5-ways-to-free-up-money-by-pawning-unwanted-goods/) - Pawning unwanted goods is a great way to free up money. Nearly everyone has some goods they can pawn. The trick is to find items that you can pawn throughout your home. Over the years, people accumulate all sorts of goods that are perfect for pawning. Here are 5 ways to help you get started:
- [The Most Expensive Jewelry in the World](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/the-most-expensive-jewelry-in-the-world/) - Jewelry is captivating. Its beauty and value is awe-inspiring and glamourous. While most people will never afford the most expensive jewelry in the world, it’s fun to take a glimpse at it. Here are the 10 most expensive pieces of jewelry in the world: 1.The Graff Pink. In November 2010, this peice sold for $46
- [What’s the difference between pawning and selling goods? ](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/whats-the-difference-between-pawning-and-selling-goods/) - Pawn shops are a great way to free up some cash. Many people go to pawn shops to pawn and sell their goods. If you’re new to pawn shops, you may not know the difference between pawning and selling goods. Pawning Goods When you walk into a pawn shop, you have two options, you can
- [How a Pawn Loan Works](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-a-pawn-loan-works/) - Pawn loans help people who are unable to get a loan from a bank or simply want to avoid the hassle. Unlike bank loans, pawn loans are a very simple type of loan. You can walk into a pawn shop and have your pawn loan within a short period of time. The process is quick
- [Discretion from a Pawn Shop](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/discretion-from-a-pawn-shop/) - For whatever reason, some people view pawn shops negatively. Often this negative opinion is unfounded. It is generally based on a lack of knowledge and experience with pawn shops. People who actually frequent pawn shops see them in an entirely different way. For regular pawn shop customers, pawn shops are a fun place to find
- [Borrowing Money from a Pawn Shop](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/borrowing-money-from-a-pawn-shop/) - Life can be unexpected. Even though most of us would like to have some money set aside for a rainy day, life circumstances sometimes may that difficult. Job losses, health problems and vehicle problems happen to hard working people every day. Where do you turn when you need some extra cash? While some people are
- [Gold Valuation Made Simple](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/gold-valuation-made-simple/) - Gold has been valued by civilizations for thousands of years and continues to be used and traded as an asset of real value. Even today, gold is one of the best, if not the best asset for collateral pawn loans. Customers can easily sell their gold or get pawn loans against Gold with only a
- [Pawn Shops vs Selling on eBay](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-shops-vs-selling-on-ebay/) - Selling unwanted items from around your home can be a great way to clear out the clutter and make some cash at the same time. When the time comes to sell your items, you may be stuck trying to decide between selling your items in a pawn shop or on eBay. You may decide to
- [Pawn Shops in Central Connecticut](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-shops-in-central-connecticut/) - When you are short on cash or want to find a great bargain, pawn shops in central Connecticut are an ideal place to start looking. You can free up some cash by using your valuables to take out a pawn loan. If you have unwanted valuables, you can always sell them outright to a pawn
- [Selling Precious Metals in a Pawn Shop](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/selling-precious-metals-in-a-pawn-shop/) - Most people have a variety of precious metals around their home. When you’re looking to free up some cash, you may want to look look around your home for unwanted items containing precious metals. Old jewelry, coins and bullion are always great sources of precious metals. Look in your garage, attic, sock drawers and anywhere
- [The Numismatic Value of Coins vs The Value of Their Metal](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/the-numismatic-value-of-coins-vs-the-value-of-their-metal/) - The value of coins can depend on a variety of factors. Coins hold numismatic value and melt value. Numismatic value is what coins are worth to collectors. Melt value is the value of the metals coins contain. Coins can be valuable due to their collectibility, valuable due to the metals they contain or both.
- [Pawn Shops: The Importance of Discretion](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-shops-the-importance-of-discretion/) - Confidentiality and privacy are both important considerations when you are dealing with a pawn shop. When you bring your valuable items in for an appraisal or for a pawn loan, you want to be comfortable knowing that the pawn shop you are dealing with values your privacy. You also want be confident that the items
- [Pawn Shops Near Stamford CT](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-shops-near-stamford-ct/) - Pawn shops are fun places to visit. Shoppers will always find something new and different at a pawn shop and the prices are usually hard to beat. People looking to get rid of some unwanted stuff can always stop by, sell their goods and walk out with cash in hand. Sometimes people just need a
- [Selling Rare Coins to a Pawn Shop](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/selling-rare-coins-to-a-pawn-shop/) - Selling rare coins to a pawn shop is an exciting experience. Many people have coins sitting in cigar boxes, coffee cans and other catch-all places throughout their homes. Perhaps you have a bunch of interesting, old or odd coins you’ve been collecting through the years and are looking to see if they’re of any value.
- [Pawn Shops Near Fairfield CT](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-shops-near-fairfield-ct/) - Pawn shops are an ideal place to free up some cash with your unwanted valuables. They are also a great place to go shopping. You can find some really interesting items at incredible prices. Whether you’re looking for jewelry, electronics, construction equipment, musical instruments, car audio, firearms or home entertainment systems you can often find
- [How Can I Pawn Precious Metals](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-can-i-pawn-precious-metals/) - Precious metals are ideal goods to pawn because they generally hold their value well. If you’re interested in pawning precious metals you own, then you should consider stopping by your local pawn shop. At Hat City Pawn, we are always looking for precious metals and offer honest assessments of their value. While we value general
- [Bargain Prices on Great Laptops!!!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/bargain-prices-on-great-laptops/) - Come down to Hat City Pawn Norwalk and Hat City Pawn Danbury to check out our inventory on Laptops. We have a fine selection of lightly used laptops ranging from $150 to $500. All systems are factory reset and come with charging devices.
- [Pawning Firearms](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawning-firearms/) - Many people own and collect firearms. Because firearms hold their value well, they are an ideal goods to use for pawn loans. If you own firearms and need cash, you may want to pawn firearms at Hat City Pawn. Taking out a pawn loan with us is easy. Unlike other shops, we don’t make the
- [How to Pawn Goods](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-to-pawn-goods/) - Many people miss out on the convenience of pawn loans because they’re intimidated by the process. Unlike bank loans, taking out a pawn loan isn’t stressful or complicated. At Hat City Pawn, we make the process as simple as possible so you can borrow money against your valuables with ease. To help you learn how
- [Pawning Precious Metals](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawning-precious-metals/) - Pawning your precious metals isn’t stressful or complicated at Hat City Pawn. We make it as simple as possible to borrow money against your precious metal pieces. In fact, it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3. First, you stop by the shop with any precious metals you have of value. Second, we will provide you
- [Pawn Shop Southern CT](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-shop-southern-ct/) - Hat City Pawn is your local pawn shop in Southern CT with locations in Danbury and Norwalk. It is our to operate an honest and reliable pawn shop that benefits the communities we serve. We strive to offer products and services at affordable and competitive prices within the local communities of Danbury and Norwalk. As
- [Hat City Pawn is Open for Memorial Day!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/hat-city-pawn-is-open-for-memorial-day/) - Hat City Pawn Danbury and Hat City Pawn Norwalk will be open for Memorial Day 2014 from 9:30am until midday.
- [Looking for a Home Entertainment System?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/looking-for-a-home-entertainment-system/) - Come down to Hat City Pawn Norwalk or Hat City Pawn Danbury to check out our available options for a Home Entertainment System. We have a pre-owned selection of mid and high end receivers with a collection of diverse speakers to meet your purchase needs. We can also provide expertise on what you'll need and
- [How to apply for a Connecticut State Pistol Permit](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-a-connecticut-state-pistol-permit/) - There are several requirements that need to be met in order to acquire a Connecticut State Pistol Permit: Applicant must be 21 years or older Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Resident Persons convicted of a felony or certain misdemeanors (refer to Special Licensing and Firearms Connecticut State Pistol Permit webpage for more
- [Tips on Selling your Gold](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/tips-on-selling-your-gold/) - Some tips on selling your gold to a pawn shop or gold buyer: If the Gold buyer starts off by saying “how much do you want for it?” then it’s probably a good idea to try the next pawn shop or gold buyer, he is trying to scam you hoping you give him a low
- [What you need to sell or pawn your Ipad](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/what-you-need-to-sell-or-pawn-your-ipad/) - Whether your selling your Ipad yourself or selling/pawning to Norwalk or Danbury stores. There is a couple of things you will need for a smooth transaction. The first thing you will need is the four digit pass code to get into the device. Also, Apple has recently launched the new IOs 7 operating system and
- ["Prepare for Take Off!" at our Norwalk Store](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/prepare-for-take-off-at-our-norwalk-store/) - Check out our assortment of model airplanes at our Norwalk store. All planes are fully functional and ready for flight.
- [What are the best things to pawn?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/what-are-the-best-things-to-pawn/) - This is a common question that people ask at the pawn shop. Gold jewelry is probably the best item to pawn. Gold is traded on an open world market so the price of gold is well defined. Gold is an easy asset to value and for this reason it is very easy to sell. When
- [New Year Resolutions: De-clutter Your House and Get Paid!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/new-year-resolutions-de-clutter-your-house-and-get-paid/) - A new year brings new opportunities to improve your life. If your home is cluttered, organizing your home may be a top priority for the new year. However, if you’re like a lot of people, you simply don’t know where to begin. Perhaps the task is simply overwhelming and you are continually putting it off.
- [The Strangest Things Pawned in 2013](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/the-strangest-things-pawned-in-2013/) - Pawn shops are full of all kinds of interesting, crazy and astonishing stories. People from all walks of life come into pawn shops each day with their own set of stories to tell. When people clean out their attics, renovate their homes, move into new homes or simply stumble across items in their everyday lives,
- [Antique Jewelry for Christmas](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/antique-jewelry-for-christmas/) - Are you looking for a unique gift to give your significant other this year? Many people pawn Jewelry and it is always a great option for a special gift. But if you truly want it to be memorable, then you may have to give it some thought. You may want to skip the trip to
- [Free Up Some Cash for Christmas at Your Local Pawn Broker](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/free-up-some-cash-for-christmas-at-your-local-pawn-broker/) - Who doesn't need extra cash during the Christmas season? Work parties, parties with friends and family all adds up to money. You want to be able to give your colleagues, friends and family members memorable gifts, but times are tough. Money is tight for a lot of people. Aside from gifts, preparing food for parties
- [How Much is the U.S. Pawn Industry Worth? ](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-much-is-the-u-s-pawn-industry-worth/) - While there may be no such thing as a recession proof industry, the pawn industry seems to be the closest thing to it. Pawn shops provide a valuable service to people who need short term money loans. As a result, they are often a viable alternative to getting a loan from a bank. Many people
- [Happy Thanksgiving - What are you most thankful for?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/happy-thanksgiving-what-are-you-most-thankful-for/) - Thanksgiving is a time for focusing on what really matters in life. It is a time when people can take a day out of their busy lives to give thanks for things and people they too often take for granted. While day to day life can become very mundane and tedious, gathering around a harvest
- [Is a pawn loan the best alternative to short term borrowing?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/is-a-pawn-loan-the-best-alternative-to-short-term-borrowing/) - When you need money and quickly, you are faced with a variety of options. Pawn loans and short term loans are two of the most common options people will be faced with when they need money to pay for an unexpected expense or a necessary purchase. Let’s face it, life is full of unexpected things.
- [Where does the word “pawn” come from? ](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/where-does-the-word-pawn-come-from/) - The word pawn comes from the Latin word “pignus,” which means pledge. When you think about it, this makes perfect sense. A pawn shop provides secured loans to people who in turn use personal property as collateral for the loan. The personal property is known as pawns or pledges. While you may not have given
- [Strangest Items Pawned Worldwide](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/strangest-items-pawned-worldwide/) - Do you have some strange items laying around your home? It may surprise you, but you may be able to pawn some of them at your local pawn shop. People pawn strange items throughout the world each day. Chances are good these items are much stranger than anything you could ever imagine. The old saying
- [Halloween Special - Scary Collectibles](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/halloween-special-scary-collectibles/) - Do you have scary items lurking in your home? Jack-o-lanterns, scarecrows and cornstalks can be found in nearly every yard in anticipation of all the little ghosts, ghouls and goblins who will come out to revel in the fun and excitement of Halloween. However, what many people don’t realize is that aside from their spooky
- [Get Your House Ready for Winter - Great Value Tools from Your Pawn Shop!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/get-your-house-ready-for-winter-great-value-tools-from-your-pawn-shop/) - As a homeowner, fall means preparing your home for winter. There are lots of things you need to do to get ready for the long winter months here in New England. Along with preparing your yard, you’ll need to winterize your home, make preparations for heating it and have a plan in place for snow
- [When is it the right time to cash in on your gold?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/when-is-it-the-right-time-to-cash-in-on-your-gold/) - Gold is a commodity that is traded internationally. The standard rule of thumb for investing in gold is to buy low and sell high. While this is a sound investment practice, applying it in the real world can be difficult. After all, gold could be high, but go even higher the next day. Like all
- [Pawning Firearms - Things to Think About](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawning-firearms-things-to-think-about/) - Firearms are a valuable item to own. They retain their value and sometimes even go up in value. As a result, they are also an ideal item to pawn when you are in need of quick cash. However, before you decide to pawn your firearms, you may want to consider the following: 1.Family heirlooms. Firearms
- [Using eBay to Value Your Items for Pawn](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/using-ebay-to-value-your-items-for-pawn/) - eBay is an extremely popular auction website for buying and selling items. While you may not want to sell your items on eBay, you can use it as a resource to value your items for pawn. Most people have lots of items around their house that they would like to pawn, but don’t know their
- [Fall: A great time to pawn your summer time goods](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/fall-a-great-time-to-pawn-your-summer-time-goods/) - Is your garage looking like a disaster after summer home improvement projects, day trips to the beach, vacations, picnics and parties? As the leisurely days of summer draw to a close and fall approaches, now is a great time to pawn your summer time goods. Think about it, how often will the clutter that you've
- [The 10 Most Valuable Diamonds in the World](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/the-10-most-valuable-diamonds-in-the-world/) - Diamonds are among the most sought after and valuable gems in the world. Everyone can appreciate the beauty and value of a gorgeous diamond. However, only a very select few can afford the 10 most valuable diamonds in the world. In spite of the fact that most people will never even set their eyes on
- [What do the 3 gold balls outside a pawn shop mean?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/what-do-the-3-gold-balls-outside-a-pawn-shop-mean/) - Many traditional shops have iconic symbols outside their doors. The use of symbols for traditional shops dates back to a time in Europe when most people were unable to read or write. Instead, the common folk would rely on iconic symbols to identify the shops in medieval villages. Over time, the use of these symbols
- [How to Pawn Something](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-to-pawn-something/) - Your local pawn shop can be a lifesaver when you are tight on money. Unexpected expenses and emergencies can hit anyone hard, especially in these tough economic times. Instead of going deep into credit card debt or borrowing from a family member or friend, you might consider pawning something you own that is of value.
- [What's the Average Value of Your Home Contents?](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/whats-the-average-value-of-your-home-contents/) - The contents of your home may be much more valuable than you think. In fact, the average household is underinsured by over $20,000. While it is easy to remember to include your valuables such as jewelry, fine artwork and antiques in your estimates of the value of your possessions, it is just as easy to
- [Most Valuable Star Wars Toys ](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/most-valuable-star-wars-toys/) - The epic saga of Star Wars has now spanned over three decades. Fans now span generations. While die hard fans of the original trilogy may have been critical of the more recent films and the acquisition of Lucasfilm by Disney in 2012, nothing can dampen the anticipation of fans young and old at the announcement
- [Pawning a Summer Clear Out](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawning-a-summer-clear-out/) - Is it time to clear out the clutter? Summer time is a good time to think about clearing out some of your goods and pawning them. The weather is nice so you can haul everything out, sort it and prioritize what you’d like to keep, donate and pawn. In the process of clearing out the
- [How the Price of Gold Is Calculated](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/how-the-price-of-gold-is-calculated/) - Many people are leery of selling their gold valuables to a pawn shop. After all, most people don’t understand how the price of gold is calculated and therefore don’t know how to determine if they’re getting a fair deal. This is certainly understandable, especially if you’re going to be visiting a pawn shop where you’ve
- [Pawn Shops Can Help You Through the Tough Times](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawn-shops-can-help-you-through-the-tough-times/) - Times are tough. If you’re struggling to make ends meet here in Connecticut, you’re not alone. The cost of living continues to go up, yet wages for those who are fortunate enough to have jobs remain stagnant. While the economy is showing slight signs of improvement across the country, many of us are facing hard
- [Pawning Jewelry](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/pawning-jewelry/) - Pawning jewelry is a fantastic way to free up cash. Chances are you have more valuable jewelry around your home than you think. Take a few minutes to look through your old jewelry boxes and you’re likely to find a few pieces that you are willing to sell to your local pawn shop. How is
- [Hat City Pawn Coming Soon to Norwalk, CT!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/hat-city-pawn-coming-soon-to-norwalk-ct/) - Hat City Pawn is proud to announce that its second pawn shop will open on March 1, 2013! The new shop is conveniently located at 314 Westport Avenue in Norwalk, Connecticut which is just minutes from I-95, near the Westport border. Norwalk makes for an ideal location for Hat City Pawn because it is considered
- [We are Open Today!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/we-are-open-today/) - Hat City Pawn will be open Tues 10/30/12 regular hours 9:30am - 6:00pm
- [We Buy Guns!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/we-buy-guns/) - Hat City Pawn is now buying and selling firearms. Come in today and sell us your unwanted guns or come check out our selection.
- [Open for the Holidays!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/open-for-the-holidays/) - Hat City Pawn will be open for Thanksgiving Nov 22 from 9:30am to 1pm.
- [Hat City Pawn T-Shirts!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/hat-city-pawn-t-shirts/) - Hat City Pawn is coming out with new t-shirts! Call us today at 203-748-2274 to reserve one.
- [North African Snaphaunce Musket](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/north-african-snaphaunce-musket/) - This is a a North African Snaphaunce Musket. We believe the gun is of Moroccan origin and was made circa 19th century. The musket has a hardwood full stock that is decorated with silver bands each struck with unique markings. The musket also has a fish-tale' butt lined with a base medal. We are currently
- [Rolex GMT Master](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/rolex-gmt-master/) - This is a mint 1997 Rolex GMT with all the paperwork. this watch has bids on Ebay over 5k. we will whole sale this watch for 4k and extend that price to any of our customers. act fast if you are interested.
- [Silver is at a Historical High!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/silver-is-at-a-historical-high/) - Silver is running at an extremely high level as compared to five years ago. Come in today a receive a free no obligation quote on your unwanted silver flatware, jewelry, coins, etc.
- [Gold is on a Tear!](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/gold-is-on-a-tear/) - In the past month gold has gone up over $100, come in today and receive a free no obligation quote on your unwanted gold jewelry.
- [New Website](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/new-website-2/) - Hat City Pawn has come out with a new and improved website. Tell us what you think, we are always interested in getting our customers' feedback.

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/) - With fast, and friendly service, it's no wonder Hat City Pawn is so popular. Established in Danbury since 2010 we're rated as one of the best pawn shops in CT.
- [Gold Buyer CT](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/gold/gold-buyer-ct/) - We buy your Gold! If you want to turn your scrap gold into cash, contact Hat City Pawn today or call into one of our stores.
- [Gold](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/gold/) - Hat City Pawn aim to offer the best prices on Gold in town, come to our pawn shop in Danbury CT today and receive a free no obligation quote for your gold.
- [High End Pawn loans](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/pawn-loans/high-end-pawn-loans/) - Hat City Pawn offer high end pawn loans from $2000 to $50000 designed for small business to increase cash flow, meet payroll obligations, etc. Find out More.
- [Firearms](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/firearms/) - All 3 of our locations are registered FFLs and currently have one of the best stocks of ammunition in the state. We carry CT legal rifles and other firearms, are a registered Glock dealer and are always looking to add more ammo to our shelves. We also do out-of-state FFL transfers for hand guns and
- [About](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/about/) - Meet Doug Mineo and the rest of the staff at Hat City Pawn. We're a local team you can trust to give you great service.
- [Careers](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/careers/) - Career and job opportunities at Hat City Pawn
- [Home](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/home-2/) - Hat City Pawn will be operating under normal business hours. All locations will be open Monday through Saturday 9:30am - 6:00pm. We are still transferring INCOMING firearms and are selling what ammo and other firearms we still have available. There will be no retail browsing inside of the store. There will be a maximum of
- [Torrington](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/contact-us/torrington/) - Hat City Pawn address, phone number, and contact form to help you find us or get in touch.
- [Danbury](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/contact-us/danbury/) - Hat City Pawn address, phone number, and contact form to help you find us or get in touch.
- [What We Buy](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/retail-store/what-we-buy/) - We'll arrange pawn loans against a range of items. Find out what you can borrow money agaisnt at Hat City Pawn.
- [Safe & Secure](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/pawn-loans/safe-secure/) - Looking for a name you can trust? Hat City Pawn is committed to our customers and offer a safe, confidential service to the people of Danbury.
- [What We Sell](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/retail-store/what-we-sell/) - Hat City Pawn offer a range of items for sale including jewelry, watches, luxury goods and much more. Visit our pawn shop in Danbury to see our full range.
- [Jewelry](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/retail-store/jewelry/) - Take out a pawn loan against watches or jewelry. Hat City Pawn can provide you with a decision quickly in our pawn shop in Danbury.
- [Gallery](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/gallery/) - Browse our gallery of pawned items to see the range of products we loan money against, and also the items for sale at Hat City Pawn in Danbury CT.
- [eBay Store](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/our-ebay-store/) - Right Now on eBay
- [CT Gun Laws](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/firearms/ct-gun-laws/) - CT Laws Buying a firearm from an online retailer requires the firearm first be sent to a registered FFL before being transferred into a customer’s name. This ensures the firearm passes through safe hand and is not left on the doorstep or the mailbox of a person’s residence. In CT a state issued pistol permit
- [Purchasing a Firearm](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/firearms/purchasing-a-firearm/) - Purchasing a firearm Once you have your Connecticut state Pistol Permit, driving down to your local firearms dealer and purchasing a pistol, long gun or ammo is easy. We at Hat City recommend first time gun owners to go to a dealer with an indoor range to first test out some different firearms before making
- [Contact Us](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/contact-us/) - Hat City Pawn address, phone number, and contact form to help you find us or get in touch.
- [Norwalk Location Opening](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/home/norwalk-location-opening/) - Hat City Pawn will now be coming to Norwalk, CT.
- [Commercial](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/about/commercial/) - Watch our TV Commercial and find out more about Hat City Pawn. Your community Pawn Shop in Danbury CT.
- [News](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/about/news-2/) - The latest news and information about Hat City Pawn including store openings, staff news, and more. Keep up date with your community pawn shop in Danbury CT.
- [Silver](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/education/silver/) - Hat City Pawn has been serving the community since 2010. We pride ourselves on being an upfront and personable pawn shop. We are committed to providing customers with quality merchandise, low prices and great service. We also offer fast, friendly and confidential pawn loans.
- [History of Pawn](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/education/history-of-pawn/) - at City Pawn has been serving the community since 2010. We pride ourselves on being an upfront and personable pawn shop. We are committed to providing customers with quality merchandise, low prices and great service. We also offer fast, friendly and confidential pawn loans.
- [Media](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/home/media/) - Photos, news stories, and videos showing you the work that Hat City Pawn does to improve the community in Danbury and the surrounding area.
- [Sell your Jewelry](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/retail-store/jewelry/sell-your-jewelry/) - Sell Unwanted Jewelry or take out a pawn loan against your items at Hat City Pawn in Danbury and Norwalk.
- [Sell Coins](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/retail-store/sell-coins/) - At Hat City Pawn, we sell Gold Coins and collecible coins. Get in touch today to find out more!
- [Education](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/education/) - Hat City Pawn has been serving the community since 2010. We pride ourselves on being an upfront and personable pawn shop. We are committed to providing customers with quality merchandise, low prices and great service. We also offer fast, friendly and confidential pawn loans.
- [Coins](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/education/coins/) - Hat City Pawn has been serving the community since 2010. We pride ourselves on being an upfront and personable pawn shop. We are committed to providing customers with quality merchandise, low prices and great service. We also offer fast, friendly and confidential pawn loans.
- [Diamonds](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/education/diamonds/) - Hat City Pawn has been serving the community since 2010. We pride ourselves on being an upfront and personable pawn shop. We are committed to providing customers with quality merchandise, low prices and great service. We also offer fast, friendly and confidential pawn loans.
- [Featured Products](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/home/featured-products/) - Roulette Table Price $2500
- [Going for the Gold](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/about/going-for-the-gold/) - News about Hat City Pawn. How the price of gold is encouraging more people to take advantage of a trusted pawn shop in Danbury.
- [Buy Coins](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/buy-coins/) - At Hat City Pawn, you'll find a selection of collections and valuables including Gold Coins for sale in Danbury and Norwalk. Get in touch today to find out more!
- [Buy Jewelry](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/retail-store/jewelry/buy-jewelry/) - At Hat City Pawn, you'll find a selection of stylish pre-loved jewelry for sale in Danbury and Norwalk. Get in touch today to find out more!
- [Blog](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/)
- [How We Price](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/retail-store/how-we-price/) - Hat City Pawn is a name you can trust. Find out more about how we price goods for sale in our pawn shop in Danbury CT.
- [Retail Store](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/retail-store/) - Find a great range of merchandise from collectibles to luxury jewelry in the Hat City Pawn retail store in Danbury CT.
- [How We Value Items](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/pawn-loans/how-we-value-items/) - Confused about how much you can borrow in a Pawn Loan? Read the Hat City Pawn guide to how we value items to find out how Pawn Shops work.
- [FAQ](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/pawn-loans/faq/) - Thinking about using a pawn loan to meet a short term need? Find out how Pawn Loans work, and how to borrow money against your property.
- [Pawn Loans](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/pawn-loans/) - Find out more about our simple 3 step process for getting a pawn loan from Hat City Pawn. Borrow cash quickly and conveniently to meet short term needs.
- [Norwalk](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/contact-us/norwalk/) - Hat City Pawn address, phone number, and contact form to help you find us or get in touch.

## News

- [Ex-cop turned shop owner <span>shares pawn stories</span>](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/news/ex-cop-turned-shop-owner-shares-pawn-stories/) - DANBURY-- During his 10 years as a Waterbury police officer, Doug Mineo spent a fair amount of time in pawn shops and realized that business "fills a niche in society," providing small, short-term loans that help people through tough times.
- [Going for the <span>Gold</span>](https://www.hatcitypawn.com/blog/news/going-for-the-gold/) - With the economy in turmoil, investors are going for the gold and area residents are selling theirs off. The price of the precious metal reached an all-time high on Monday of over $1,700 per ounce as investors, leery of widespread ...

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