Selling, borrowing against, or consigning a Rolex can all make sense, but they...

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Selling, borrowing against, or consigning a Rolex can all make sense, but they solve different problems. A sale puts cash in hand, a loan lets you keep the watch if you can repay it, and consignment may bring a stronger price with more waiting