Gold Jewelry Pawning Guide

Pawn Gold Jewelry
Philippines 2026

Get the highest loan for your gold jewelry. Compare appraisal rates from all BSP-regulated pawnshops. 18K gold loans from ₱29,000+. Maximum interest: 3.5%/month under BSP Circular 1119.

BSP Circular 1119 regulated
5–15 min appraisal
Valid ID only — no credit check

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70–85%
Loan-to-value ratio
of appraised gold value
3.5%
Max monthly interest
BSP Circular 1119 cap
4 months
Standard loan period
Redeem anytime
5–15 min
Appraisal time
No appointment needed

How Gold Jewelry Pawning Works in the Philippines

Pawning gold jewelry is the fastest way to get cash in the Philippines — no credit check, no income documents, no waiting period. You walk in with your jewelry, get an appraisal in 5–15 minutes, and walk out with cash.

The pawnshop appraiser tests your gold using acid testing or XRF analysis to verify the karat, then weighs it in grams. The loan offer is calculated as: Gold weight × Karat price × Loan-to-value ratio (70–85%).

Under BSP Circular 1119, the maximum interest rate is 3.5% per month. The standard loan period is 4 months (120 days). You can redeem your item at any time by paying the principal plus accrued interest.

If you cannot redeem, you can renew the pawn ticket by paying the interest — this resets the 4-month clock. Most pawnshops allow multiple renewals.

1
Bring your gold jewelry + valid ID
No receipt or proof of ownership needed. Any government-issued ID accepted.
2
Appraiser tests and weighs your gold
Acid test or XRF machine verifies karat. Process takes 5–15 minutes.
3
Receive loan offer
Offer = weight × karat price × 70–85%. You are not obligated to accept.
4
Sign pawn ticket and receive cash
Keep your pawn ticket safe — it's your redemption document.
5
Redeem within 4 months
Pay principal + interest to get your jewelry back. Renew if needed.

Gold Jewelry Pawn Rates — All Major Pawnshops 2026

BSP maximum rate: 3.5%/month. Loan-to-value (LTV) varies by pawnshop and item condition.

PawnshopInterest RateLoan-to-ValueMax LoanBest For
Villarica Pawnshop3.5%/mo80–85%₱2,000,000Highest LTV, gemstones accepted
Tambunting Pawnshop3.5%/mo78–83%₱1,500,000Luxury jewelry, watches
M Lhuillier3.5%/mo75–80%₱1,000,000Wide branch network
Cebuana Lhuillier3.5%/mo73–78%₱500,000Most branches nationwide
Palawan Pawnshop3.5%/mo72–77%₱300,000Sunday hours, lowest base rate
RD Pawnshop3.0%/mo70–75%₱500,000Lowest interest rate

* LTV ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers vary by branch and appraiser. Always get 2–3 appraisals.

7 Tips to Get the Highest Pawn Value for Your Gold Jewelry

1
Get 3 appraisals before committing
Loan offers for the same piece can vary by ₱2,000–₱8,000 between pawnshops. Spend 30 minutes visiting 3 branches — it's worth it.
2
Clean your jewelry before appraisal
Dirty or tarnished jewelry can lower the appraiser's estimate. A quick clean with mild soap and water makes a difference.
3
Bring certificates and original packaging
For branded jewelry (Cartier, Tiffany), original box and certificate can increase the loan offer by 10–20%.
4
Visit Villarica or Tambunting for high-value pieces
For jewelry worth ₱100,000+, these two pawnshops consistently offer the highest LTV ratios and have gemstone appraisers.
5
Ask specifically about the "appraised value"
The appraised value and the loan offer are different. Ask: "What is the appraised value?" — this tells you if the LTV ratio is fair.
6
Avoid pawning during peak days (15th and 30th)
Pawnshops are busiest on payday. Visit on weekday mornings for more attentive appraisers and potentially better offers.
7
Know the current gold price before you go
Check the live gold price on our Gold Tracker before visiting. If the appraiser's price is more than 5% below market, negotiate or go elsewhere.

Frequently Asked Questions — Pawning Gold Jewelry Philippines

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