National Pawnbrokers Day

When Celebrated

Always on December 6th

Gifty-ness

About the Holiday

National Pawnbroker's Day is observed on December 6th, which coincides with St. Nicholas Day who is known as the Patron Saint of Pawnbrokers. This holiday pays tribute to the profession that provides a valuable service to both for those in need of cash as well as those looking for a reasonable deal. It is believed that the practice of pawnbroking existed some 3,000 years ago in ancient China.^[1]

References

1. ↑ Wikipedia: Pawnbroker

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