Established in 2014, PB Pawn & Jewelry serves Pacific Beach in San Diego, California from its shop on Garnet Avenue. The licensed pawnbroker makes collateral loans on and buys diamonds, gold, jewelry, luxury watches, designer handbags, and coins. It also sells pre-owned luxury items in store and online, and offers custom jewelry and jeweler services. The team includes second and third generation gemologists, goldsmiths, and diamond experts, and offers free evaluations to customers who bring in a piece. PB Pawn & Jewelry has been a Rapaport Trade member for more than five years. The business is listed on Rapaport Trade as Makabe & Son’s LLC (Rapaport Trade ID 107971), so trade buyers can find it directly on the platform.
PB Pawn & Jewelry checks the RAPI and comparable stones on Rapaport Trade before making an offer. That gives the team a clear and immediate read on the true value of the stone, the moment a customer walks in the store. When it’s time to sell, listing a stone puts it in front of thousands of jewelry stores and diamond dealers across the country and internationally, reaching far beyond the shop’s regular walk-in traffic.
PB Pawn & Jewelry checks the RAPI and comparable stones on Rapaport Trade before making an offer. That gives the team a clear and immediate read on the true value of the stone, the moment a customer walks in the store. When it’s time to sell, listing a stone puts it in front of thousands of jewelry stores and diamond dealers across the country and internationally, reaching far beyond the shop’s regular walk-in traffic.
Many stones PB Pawn & Jewelry couldn’t move locally, have successfully found buyers through Rapaport Trade. That has meant higher margins and far less time spent chasing buyers, one at a time.
Rapaport Trade puts your inventory in front of a global network of verified buyers. Uniglo Diamonds joined to reach worldwide customers and grew sales by more than 7%. They have been members for 9 years. Bass Premier, a small family business, used the platform to compete with larger local and international suppliers and put their business “on the map.” (Uniglo Diamonds, Bass Premier)
Yes. Bass Premier used Rapaport Trade to increase international exposure and reach new markets against larger competitors. Mark D’Ottavio (The Diamond Guy) started with a small supplier network and now says, “Rapaport Trade has made me. My business wouldn’t be where it is today without it.” (Bass Premier, The Diamond Guy)
Yes, it does. Uniglo says being on Rapaport Trade “gives Uniglo Diamonds a certain credibility and shows that we are an established diamond manufacturer.” CR Gems used verified supplier status to gain trust in a market dominated by long-established traders. (Uniglo Diamonds, CR Gems)
Yes. Comparing prices across suppliers saved The Diamond Guy “tens of thousands of dollars” on a single 5-carat purchase. He spends about an hour a day on market trends, news and searches. Significant Stones, a Los Angeles concierge jeweler, cut procurement costs by hundreds of dollars per carat. Their cost per acquisition fell 50% through streamlined supplier access. (The Diamond Guy, Significant Stones)
Yes. Affordable Gems gained 30+ international accounts in Hong Kong, Dubai, Singapore, Australia and the UK. CR Gems drew inquiries from Hong Kong and Australia. Deals ranged from $300 to $100,000+. (Affordable Gems, CR Gems)
No. It also has a colored gemstone global marketplace, launched in February 2025. Affordable Gems sales by $1M and acquired 200+ new jewelry accounts in just 3 months. (Affordable Gems)
Yes. Instant Inventory can be used to show a large selection on your own site. Direct supplier access gives you options for layouts, diamonds and specific stones.
Trade combines a vast diamond, gem and jewelry inventory, secure member network, trusted pricing tools, and global reach all in one marketplace.
Rapaport Trade helps you grow your diamond, gemstone, and jewelry business by connecting you with thousands of verified buyers and sellers worldwide. Use the comprehensive Member Directory to find members by company name, location, or inventory, and view detailed profiles with trading terms, company info, and peer reviews. Built-in chat and group messaging make it easy to communicate in real time, build trust, and form long-term international partnerships — all within a secure, professional network.
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