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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1. 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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2. 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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3. 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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4. 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.

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    Patricia Walters All very efficient - dealt with quickly and in a friendly manner at all times- kept informed all during the process - have recommended 2 friends and family - couldn't fault at all. Thankyou so much
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    Mr James Loveridge Wanting to downsize, I started to declutter and found a large quantity if items, unused and forgotten. Having boxed them and sent to VCC, I was pleased with the offer I received and the speed in which they paid. The ...
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    Linda turley We applied for label, sent of box, within 2 days they made an offer, offer accepted, paid within a day. Super service.
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    Jane Smith Great communication from the start and right throughout my selling experience. Very happy with Vintage Cash Cow, thanks.
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    patricia king The financial offer was acceptable, but less than I felt my goods were worth.. Money was in my account promptly. A few times on trying to contact VCC .customer care phoneline , it rang continuously, no facility to ...
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    Anon Great service and price offered.
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    Heather Rouse I had lots of bits of silver jewellery, silver plated spoons and some old vintage ladies gold watches and was offered an excellent price. The staff were very helpful guiding me through the process and emailed me with a ...
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    Glenice Davey I was kept in the loop from when my parcel was received till a decision was made in what it was worth. Once that decision was accepted I was constantly being told what was happening. When I rang to confirm my acceptance ...
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    Gillian Auld So easy and they keep in touch letting you know your box has arrived. Had an introductory call and explained what I had, she was very helpful and friendly. I got way more than I thought I would and while part of me is ...
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    Shannon Excellent customer service and simple and easy to complete transaction.

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