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.

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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    Carole Pitt Very friendly to deal with .. so easy ..I opted for collection of my box .. no problem at all .. would recommend.
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    Pam Fraser I wasn't expecting much for the items I sent but it was a lovely surprise when I got the quote
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    Fiona I received very good service and was given excellent advice on items to consider and how to proceed.There was no pressure to sell or accept offer. I would use this service again and be comfortable to recommend to others ...
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    customer Like the speed of the whole experience The labels that are sent ahead, makes it easy for packaging and dropping off at a post office all contribute to faster shipping and resolution
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    Gerald Jennings Did exactly what it said on the tin
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    jackie weston super mare Friendly efficient staff
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    Mrs Audrey Williams I felt confident to send more at a later date. The assessment was fair and gave me enough to use the resulting sum of money to a day’s learning in an area where I previously had no knowledge and thereafter it would then ...
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    Patricia Attwell Great service staff helpfully and and easy to talk to
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    Eli Kumar Great communication and customer care. Speedy response. Gives you a great opportunity to take your own decisions. Will definitely use Vintage Cash cow again.
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    Lindsey Whalley The process is straight forward and instructions easy to follow. I used an old wine box and lots of bubble wrap to keep everything safe and separate. There’s no way of knowing if it’s a fair offer you’ve been given but ...
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    Jilly Rich So easy to do. All packed in one box and easy to send at the post office with the pre paid label. Just one thing to bear in mind is that the label expires in 21 days and is not valid so luckily I realised before I ...
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    Julie A really easy process with lots of communication & reminders Obviously would have liked a bit more money but realistically offer was fair & most of all hassle free
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    MrsMarilynJones Fast and efficient response....and a good deal.
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    john farragher All good thanks
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    Olga Box Good offer speedy response excellent customers service
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    Keith I was very surprised how easy it was to sell my unwanted items. The step by step guide is very straightforward and help is on hand if required. I was very pleased with the offer for my items and the money was paid ...

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