Items we're unable to accept

While we buy thousands of valuables daily, we can't accept these modern, electrical, fragile or offensive items. 

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Items we don't buy

Our experts love all vintage items in any condition, however, there are a few things we cannot accept. Scroll to learn more; if you can't spy your item on our list, please get in touch.

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We destroy all contraband and offensive items unless we can pass them to museums or schools for educational purposes. This includes…
- Demeaning items
- Racist items
- Anti-Semitic items
- Homophobic items
- Confederate memorabilia
- Discriminatory items
- Any gollywog items
- Ivory and big cat skins (subject to exemptions)
- Tiger claws
- Uncertified firearms
- Reproduction Nazi memorabilia

How it works

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Order your free postage pack
This includes your free postage labels and a handy guide to help you maximise your box value.
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Pack your items into a box
Pack a box with all your unwanted valuables, even broken and tangled items are accepted.
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Send your box for free!
Using your free postage labels, drop your box at the post office or book a home collection.
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Sit back and relax
Receive your offer within 7 working days. Either accept and get paid the same day or have your items returned for free.

Read our incredible reviews

We may be the experts, but please don't just take our word for it. Uncover our extraordinary reviews by amazing customers just like you.

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    Caroline I sent off some old jewellery that I didn't wear, nothing too fancy. I waited around 3 weeks for them to be valued as they were very busy but I was kept informed weekly of the delays via texts & emails. When I received ...
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    Diane I was kept informed all the way through while waiting. Payment very quick and easy. Will use again. Great way to de clutter with stuff in cupboards for years .
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    L CollierCustomer Great communication throughout and happy with offer and speedy payment
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    customer You kept me updated on how my box was progressing and the sending off of the parcel was so simple and easy. It was fun and a good experience
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    RAY DANTON Very easy and concise system to help de clutter your home All those things you never use but are worth money The only thing at the moment is the time taken by Vintage to value your goods This is down to the fact of the ...
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    Mr Roger Ellerby We were kept informed throughout the evaluation process - which was delayed due to high demand. We were happy with the valuation and the payment was prompt
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    Mrs m whell The valuation did not take a long time. I was very pleased with the result and found it very fair. Thank you.
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    Ros Moore Spoke to an advisor who explained clearly how my items had been valued.
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    Kelly First class communication, very fair prices paid for items just stuck in a drawer for years.i was rather hesitant to use this service, you hear so.much about scams, but would fully recommend this company once the offer ...
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    Michelle I think needs a sort of brake down on the items sold
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    Marian Dunham Everything went well and ran smoothly, with a decent offer too.
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    Michael Hodd Excellent customer service, Keep informed from start to finish No issue's Would recommend
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    Sue Pavelin I was very happy with the whole experience. It couldn’t have been easier and the amount I accepted seemed very fair. I will definitely recommend.
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    Jackie Happy with the offer we received and the money was transferred the same day . Kept it touch with us as well
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    Lindy VIntage gave me a good offer, and kept me informed all through the process.
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    LindaNorth I think being able to have my parcel collected from home extremely helpful and even though it was quite a long time before it was dealt with i understand that at the moment you are dealing with a extra large amount of ...

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