They claim "we take everything" (later clarified by the clerk that they decide if it has value). They in fact do not.
I brought in a watch, silver coins, and 45 sequential silver certificates in outstanding condition. The clerk was willing to work with the watch and coins, but not the silver certificates. He stated they do not hold any value. Funny, considering the notes are still valid US currency. At FACE VALUE they were worth...$45.
I recently left a shop manager position for a national pawn chain in order to relocate to the Valley (company wouldn't provide me a transfer). The service provided at this particular outlet was average at best. Had he been my employee, his tenure would've been short lived. I will not return.