Pawn Your Prints & Photographs

5% Fixed Interest rate & no early payment penalties
Accurate, auction-based valuations & same day payment
No hidden fees, no credit checks & FCA regulated
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We offer a complimentary valuation (no obligation) and same day payment, call 020 7493 0385 to speak with our team or email us at [email protected]
Winners of the 2024 National Pawnbroking Association Award - Best  Pawnshop in the UK

Our promise to you

Taking out finance against fine prints or photographs with our Mayfair pawnbrokers guarantees a competitive 5% fixed interest rate. This transparent pricing ensures your loan remains predictable and manageable, whether it’s a calming Ansel Adams nature shot or a vibrant Henri Matisse cutout.

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Our Central London experts provide pinpoint, auction-based valuations for your fine prints and photographs. This approach ensures you receive a fair offer that reflects the true worth of your fine photographs or printed works, allowing you to access a short-term loan to cover unexpected outgoings.

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As an experienced pawn shop for fine prints near Oxford Street, we’ve helped customers secure loans on some unforgettable pieces. We believe that photography collateral loans should be simple, which is why we promise no hidden fees or unexpected charges on your loan.

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We don’t require credit checks for borrowing against fine photographs or prints. Our policies ensure that you can access capital discreetly and without damaging your credit rating. Hassle-free, quick loans without all the fuss is what has helped us build a loyal and ever-returning customer base.

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As one of the most awarded and respected Central London pawnbrokers for photographs, we provide same-day payments on loans. In the majority of cases, our customers receive their money within two to four hours, making us the premier option for art owners who need to generate capital in a hurry.

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When you access capital through our Mayfair print pawnbrokers, we offer flexible repayment options that work for you. You can pay off your loan at any point during your two to seven-month contract without being hit by early termination penalties or other unexpected charges.

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As FCA-regulated pawnbrokers and members of the NPA, we ensure your loans on fine prints and photographs meet the highest standards of conduct. When you pawn fine photographs at our Central London shop, we ensure your assets are protected and your loan works to your advantage.

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5%

fixed interest rate

35+

years experience

40+

industry awards

Auction based estimates

The most awarded pawnbroker in the UK

With over 40 prestigious industry awards, a loyal customer base, and flawless reviews, our track record speaks for itself. We retain a customer base of high-net-worth individuals and famous names through competitive interest rates, discretion, trust, and impeccable service.

Headed by David Sonnethal, a four-time National Pawnbroker Association (NPA) award winner and familiar media figure, New Bond Street Pawnbrokers’ modern, forward-thinking approach to providing loans has not gone unnoticed by the public, the media, or trusted industry bodies. 

Our reputation as an industry leader is cemented by awards that recognise the value that our store brings to customers. We took home the NPA Best Store of the Year award in 2019 and 2024 thanks to our commitment to innovation, adoption of technology, and a strong focus on teamwork. Additionally, the NPA highly commended us in 2022 and 2023 for our engaging social media work, which helped bring us closer to our customers.

New Bond Street Pawnbrokers also won “Best Website” and “Disruptive Business Model” at the UK Business Awards, thanks to our focus on customer-centric digital experiences. Finally, our win at the Experian Credit Awards demonstrates our dedication to responsible lending, customer care, and digital innovation in the luxury pawnbroking sector.

Transparency, fair lending practices, and user-friendly experiences are at the heart of what we do at New Bond Street Pawnbrokers. Reach out today to discover why we’re the most awarded pawn shop in the UK.

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How we value your prints & photographs

Call us or fill in the form on our website

Reach out via our website or visit our Mayfair pawnbroker shop. Furnish crucial details about your pieces, including artist, edition number, size, and provenance. If the piece is of interest, we move to the next stage.

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Or call 020 7493 0385 to speak with our team

2. Review GIA Certified Diamonds

Our art experts examine your prints and photographs at our Central London pawn shop, assessing factors like the artist’s reputation, rarity, condition, and market price. We’re experienced in valuing both vintage and contemporary photography, as well as limited edition prints.

3. Agree Loan Amount

We offer a fair loan amount that reflects your print or photograph’s edition, condition, and artist. What’s more, we explain our simple, no-hidden-fee loans to see if they work for you and your best interests.

4. Receive Payment

Once you’re happy with the loan terms, we send a same-day payment. Our contract lasts between two and seven months. You can pay off your loan anytime during that period without being hit with early termination fees.

Artists we loan against

Andy Warhol
Damien Hirst
David Hockney
Raoul Duffy
Banksy
Roy Lichtenstein

We also provide loans on works by many other artists including Bernard Buffet, Marc Chagall, Sean Scully, Tom Wesselmann, Tracey Emin, Banksy, Van Gogh, Salvador Dali, Robert Rauschenberg, Jean-Michel Basquiat and many more.

*All our work is private and confidential, with no contract fee and no hidden charges. We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and members of the National Pawnbroking association

Featured in the Press

Our quality service, high standards, and innovative business practices have earned positive press coverage from a diverse set of media outlets such as The Times, The Telegraph, Time Out, Channel 4, The Spectator, and more.

Opening Hours

Open
Monday to Friday

Closed
Saturday & Sunday

Our premises are at 5 Blenheim Street, just off New Bond Street. From Oxford Street, head south on New Bond Street and turn right onto Blenheim Street. We’re on the left side of the street.

5 Blenheim Street, Mayfair London W1S 1LD

Bus

Several bus routes serve the area around New Bond Street:

Routes 7, 94, 98, 139, and 390 stop at Selfridges on Oxford Street, a short walk from our location.

Routes 12, 88, 94, 159, and 453 stop at Conduit Street/New Bond Street.

From any of these stops, it’s a brief walk to our premises on Blenheim Street.

5 Blenheim Street, Mayfair London W1S 1LD

Car

While driving in central London can be challenging due to traffic and parking restrictions, several public car parks are nearby, the closest of which is on Burlington Street.

Please note that the area is within the Congestion Charge zone, which operates from 7:00 to 18:00 Monday to Friday and 12:00 to 18:00 on weekends and bank holidays.

5 Blenheim Street, Mayfair London W1S 1LD

Tube

Bond Street is the nearest tube station; it’s served by the Central, Jubilee, and Elizabeth lines. Oxford Circus and Green Park stations are also within walking distance of our store.

5 Blenheim Street, Mayfair London W1S 1LD

Our Team

Susana Figueiredo

Manages the day to day running of the business

Mariana Vlad

Manages the day to day running of the business

Constantin Singureanu

Heads up our marketing and digital efforts

David Sonnenthal

The founder of New Bond Street Pawnbrokers

FAQs

Pawning allows you to retain ownership of your valuable prints and photographs while accessing quick funds. Unlike selling, pawning at New Bond Street Pawnbrokers in Mayfair, London offers the flexibility to reclaim your items once you repay the loan.

We offer photograph loans in London against a wide range of fine prints and photographs, including limited edition prints, signed photographs, and rare vintage prints. Our print and photo pawnbrokers specialise in works by renowned artists and photographers.

For high-value items, we offer in-home evaluations. Alternatively, you can bring your prints or photographs to our secure Mayfair location for assessment. We’re highly conscious of the delicate nature of these items and take utmost care in handling them or accommodating appraisals that won’t impact the work.

Our expert appraisers use auction-based print valuations, considering factors such as artist reputation, rarity, condition, and current market trends. We also collaborate with leading auction houses to ensure accurate assessments that are transparent, fair, and accurate.

Loan amounts vary based on the item’s value. As Mayfair print pawnbrokers, we strive to offer competitive rates when you borrow against art prints or photographs.

No, we don’t charge early repayment penalties. You can redeem your loan at any time during the agreed term to regain possession of your cherished prints or photographs.

Our standard loan term is between 2 to 7 months, but this can be flexible based on your needs.

If you have issues repaying the loan, we may sell the item to recover the loan amount. However, we always attempt to contact clients before taking this step and try to find a solution that suits both parties.

Bring any available provenance documents, certificates of authenticity, or purchase receipts. These can help in the valuation process and potentially increase your loan amount.

Yes, loan renewals are possible, subject to interest payments being up to date.

No, we don’t perform credit checks. Your print or photograph serves as necessary collateral for the loan.

Absolutely. At New Bond Street Pawnbrokers, we store all items in climate-controlled, secure vaults. Our team includes art conservation experts who ensure your prints and photographs are appropriately maintained throughout the entire loan period.

Useful Guides

You can rest assured that you will receive a competitive deal on the market from the most awarded collateral lender in the UK. All our loans come with competitive rates of fixed 5% (Representative APR 60%), no hidden fees at all, no early release fees, and loan terms from two up to seven months. A representative example of repayment for a two-month loan of £2500 is £250, thus a total repayment of £2750 at a fixed 5% interest rate (60% per annum).

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Constantin Singureanu

Constantin leads our multi-award digital marketing team, with an exclusive focus on delivering the best possible digital experience for our clients, from the moment they reach our website, finding the information they need, and getting in touch, to learning interesting facts about the fascinating world of luxury via our comprehensive blog.

Mariana Vlad

Mariana has been working in the pawnbroking industry since 2014. She enthusiastically embraces her newly found interest in watches. Mariana thoroughly enjoys working with customers, building strong relationships, and over her long and distinguished career she distinguished herself through excellent communication skills, and high personal integrity.

Susana Figueiredo

Having worked in the pawnbroking industry for 20 years, Susana offers a high level of knowledge within the lending sector.  Her expertise is key to the daily business at New Bond Street Pawnbrokers where she ensures that compliance is adhered to. With a keen interest in the satisfaction and experience of our clients, Susana is a huge asset to the team and is a fundamental part of the day to day running of the company.

Employee of the Year – NPA Awards 2021

David Sonnenthal

David Sonnenthal took an unusual route into pawnbroking, moving into the industry after a successful career in show business. Between the ages of 17 and 26, he worked as a professional actor, appearing in a variety of productions on both stage and screen. In 1996 he even won the prestigious Perrier Award for acting at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

His pawnbroking career in London started quite by chance after he discovered the future site of New Bond Street Pawnbrokers during an acting audition in 1999. Immediately seeing the shop’s potential, he turned it into a successful pawn shop LOndon business and went on to become one of the UK’s top pawnbrokers.

David is a highly respected figure in the pawnbroking industry, winning the National Pawnbroker Association’s award four times in 2022, 2021, 2019 and 2008. Over the course of his 20-year career, he has gained a reputation as one of the pioneers of UK and London’s pawnbroking. He is a regular fixture in the British media, often providing expert advice on market values.

Never one to lose touch with his roots, David has even managed to continue his entertainment career as the resident dealer on Channel 4’s popular Four Rooms TV series.

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