Oblivion - How to sell stolen goods

In Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, it’s enticing to snatch everything you stumble upon in Tamriel, but once you acquire these items, it can become quite cumbersome to dispose of them and earn some coin. Regular vendors and shopkeepers shun stolen goods, and if you’re caught with such items, they are seized during arrest. This puts you on borrowed time before you’re eventually apprehended. However, there are certain unsavory characters called fences who will exchange your ill-gotten items for cold, hard gold. Most of these fences are hidden within the Thieves Guild, but those who choose to remain independent also have options available. This guide will help you locate these vendors and make a quick profit or two from your pilfered loot.

Non-Thieves Guild Fence

If you’re playing without joining the Thieves Guild or haven’t yet prepared for membership, you can still unload your pilfered possessions, but your choices are limited. There’s a solitary merchant who’ll purchase those items, but keep in mind that the payout won’t be substantial. This could serve as a temporary solution, but it’s suggested to complete the initial Thieves Guild quest to gain access to an official guild fence, offering more favorable trading opportunities.

Manheim Maulhand

Location: Inn of Ill Omen

Gold Limit: 50 gold

Unlock Requirement: N/A

Thieves Guild Fences

Beyond just dealing Lockpicks, official guild pawnshops offer a more substantial amount of gold for selling your ill-gotten goods. However, for the lucrative deals, it is necessary to advance within the ranks of the guild.