Any time we see someone bring a pocket watch into the pawn shop, we are reminded of a famous short story by O. Henry that is set at Christmastime. Maybe you’ve heard of it – it’s called The Gift of the Magi. Like many of O....
Customers who come into pawn buy or sell an engagement ring often our ask our Boca Raton jewelers about an old wives’ tale that says a ring from a broken engagement can be bad luck. We have also heard some people say that the precious...
Our pawn shop in Boca Raton has stood for three generation in this beautiful, growing town and we are proud to grow along with it, connecting new people and families. Knowing a little bit about the area’s history is a great way to develop a true appreciation for...
You would probably expect to see jewelry at a pawnshop (particularly a pawn shop in Boca Raton!). But what about power tools, gaming systems or collectible coins? And that’s just the beginning. Most people are surprised to find out how varied the merchandise can be at...
There is something particularly thoughtful about giving the gift of birthstone jewelry. It shows that you want to give a gift that is uniquely meaningful to the recipient. Birthstone jewelry has a long history. As the Farmers’ Almanac tells us, “While some sources such as 1st...
Sometimes people are surprised to find that something that has been collecting dust on their shelves can be worth something at the pawnshop. At the same time, we have had to disappoint some customers who brought an item to our Boca Raton pawn location only...
When someone here at the pawnshop said that we should celebrate National Fall Foliage Week, which happens to run from Sept. 27 through Oct. 3, we really weren’t sure what to think. After all, most people aren’t thinking of the lush greens of Florida’s tropical...
When people think about pawnshops, jewelry is often one of the first things that come to mind. If you visit our Boca Raton pawnshop, you will definitely see an array of beautiful jewelry pieces, but you will also find a variety of other items available...
Sometimes people who bring their collectibles or jewelry to our Boca Raton pawnshop have at least some idea of what the item is worth. At other times, someone will walk through the doors of our Boca-based pawn shop who really doesn’t know if the item...
Barry’s Pawn and Jewelry in Boca Raton isn’t your average pawn shop. We are a locally owned and operated family business. And that’s the way it’s been for three generations. Boca Raton has changed a lot since we first opened our doors, but one thing hasn’t...