been discharged. His liability remains occupied by ten thousand, while this pledged property sold for eight thousand, leaving two thousand outstanding.

If the pledged property sells for more than the debt, the creditor receives his due, and the remainder is returned to the pledgor. This is clear.

If the pledged property is of the same type as the debt—even if it is not readily available—the scholars say that there is no need to sell it. Rather, we say to the pledgee: “Take the pledged property. If it equals what is owed to you, the matter is clear. If it is less, we will complete your entitlement; and if it is more, we will take the excess from you.”