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Rare books and manuscripts are a highly collectible and valuable asset class. The antiquarian book market is well established with many specialist book dealers and auction houses, and a Shakespeare First Folio can fetch over £1 million. Most collectors do not want to split up their collection to release funds, and an alternative may be to release short-term funds against these assets by pawning them as collateral. We also allow collectors to release funds in advance of a sale, when items are consigned for sale through our partner auction houses.
We understand that specialist knowledge in this field is important, which is why we work closely with leading experts to complete your assessment. We partner with leading auction specialists and dealers who research and evaluate rare books and manuscripts before offering you a loan.
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In order to provide you with an accurate valuation, we will need to know the following information:
- author, title and publication details
- comments on binding and dust jacket
- general condition
- provenance
- photographs of the front cover, back cover, inside cover and any other relevant details
Many pawn shops will offer loans against your books or manuscripts, however they do not offer the same services that we are uniquely positioned to provide. An established FCA-regulated pawnshop, we combine the specialized valuation expertise of auction houses and dealers with our custom-built pawnshop software and experienced operations team. our peer-to-peer lending platform confirms loans quickly and ensures an easy and confidential transaction.
your specialist online lender
Worried about interest rates and fees on pawn loans? don’t worry. We operate differently from traditional pawn shops, instead providing a simple and transparent online service.
instead of a store, we have discreet offices in the city of london. We use a simple online platform to process our loans and then pass the savings on to our borrowers, allowing us to offer the most competitive pawn loan interest rates. all you have to do is upload a picture of your item, describe it, apply for a loan and you will receive an indicative offer.
borrowing against rare books or manuscripts is a simple and easy way to release your funds, without giving up your valuable assets. Our loan terms are fair and transparent, and our small team is always available to answer any questions or discuss your loan.
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We provide a hassle-free process so you can quickly receive cash for books or manuscripts. you can apply for a pawn loan against them in three simple steps:
- Step 1: Upload photos of the items you want to give as collateral. you will receive the loan offer within two hours.
- step 2 – arrange delivery. mail them to us or make an appointment to meet us at our discreet london office. if you choose to send your items by courier, we will cover insurance during transit.
- step 3 – once they have been carefully assessed in person, all you need to do is accept your Loan offer. the funds will be in your account within minutes.
Is it right for you to borrow against rare books and manuscripts?
You may not have used a lender before or you may be unsure about the process. The traditional pawnshop image of an appraiser sitting behind a counter in a high street booth is far from reality with us. There is a wide range of benefits to a pawn loan, some of which you may not have been aware of. here are the benefits:
no tedious paperwork: we know your time is precious. that’s why our application process is online: fast and simple.
No Credit Check: The security of a pawn loan does not depend on your financial history. Since we are lending money against your assets, your credit score is not relevant to the decision to lend.
Unblemished credit score: Even if you can’t repay the loan, your credit history won’t be affected. We do not report any loan defaults, and if you wish to pay off the loan, we sell the assets and transfer the excess funds to your account.
Easy Access: Receive 70% of the value of your books or manuscripts by simply completing our hassle-free online application from the comfort of your home or office.
Discreet and flexible: We understand that financial arrangements may require discretion. We communicate only by email and phone with the designated borrower, and return items in discreet, unmarked packaging. If you would like to make an appointment to meet us, we have an unbranded office in the City of London. We don’t have a store, so we don’t sell overdue items.
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low interest rates: We are committed to helping you obtain loans at the lowest rates possible. our interest rates are less than half of what other high street lenders charge borrowers.
In order to easily understand the interest rates we charge, we have prepared an indicative example of how they are calculated on pawn loans. If you have any questions about a loan, our small team is always available to help.
representative example: total credit: £4000. Installation fees: £120. Loan term 6 months. annual interest rate: 37.2% (fixed). 6 month interest: £766.32. amount to be returned in a single installment: £4,886.32. Representative April: 49.2%.
April minimum: 18.8%. Apr maximum: 63.1%.
all loans have a fixed term of 6 months. you can prepay at any time without penalty.
risk warning: if the loan is not repaid, the assets may be sold.
so what are you waiting for? unlock your assets and release the funds tied up in your rare books or manuscripts! contact us today.
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