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

Please note, as per our Terms & Conditions we cannot be held liable for any missing or damaged Item that falls under a Restricted Category (including easily breakable items such as crockery, glass, porcelain, ceramics and similar) or any missing or damaged Item which is sent to us in a Box which also contains any Item which falls under a Restricted Category. 

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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    Pat Hickman Good service. Good offer. Excellent communication
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    CGC Clear instructions Easy dispatch Regular updates on progress Very pleased with offer and have accepted
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    Neil Jenkins The process took longer than expected but the offer was slightly better than we expected. Overall, we were very pleased with the end result.
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    Anna I received my offer yesterday, and am very happy with it. I accepted and the money was paid into my account the same day. It took 3 weeks but I was kept up to date throughout. I'm glad they took the time to value the ...
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    JOY GINIKA 'useless' items fetched me some pounds! 🤩😁 Don't discard those things you tag useless , instead - send them to Vintage Cow at no cost, nor pressure! And watch them yield you some real money! I will do this again. ...
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    Plaskitt Smooth transaction good communication was satisfied with outcome
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    Anna I was kept updated as there were some unexpected delays. The information was clear and concise. When the valuation was due it came via e-mail - it was better than I was expecting which really surprised me after a period ...
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    Catherine Newman Delighted with my first experience with your company. There was a delay receiving my offer due to the sheer volume of parcels but I was fully informed by your staff who were really helpful at every stage
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    Petsa Kaffens I was very impressed with the way Vintsge Cash Cow dealt with everything so proficiently. Urine touching the very beginning and checking up from the time I posted the package to you, let me know how long it will be ...
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    Annette Dowler Easy to send. Collected from my door. Kept in touch at all times. Fair price received.
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    Mr Eyden Easy to use service fast and reliable. Well pleased
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    linda The postal was simple with the label and the communication efficient and timely at all points. Although there was a slight time delay in processing my box this was communicated a couple of times. The final valuation was ...
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    Hazel Seabright Constantly kept informed of parcel progress from time of posting
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    Caroline The process was quick and easy and I got a good price
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    Js Very professional & kept us updated from the moment the box was posted.
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    Mrs linda moore Always kept updated with what was going on in pricing the items sent. Plus a good cash back.

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