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.

  • TP stars
    Ian Great service and so easy to use. I packed a few items and sent off using pre-paid Royal Mail label. I had a decent offer (more than I expected) within a week. Funds were in my account two days later - highly recomended.
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    hugh Symonds good communication from emails and a follow up call
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    Phoebe Huzij I wouldn't send items of real/personal value here
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    Nicole Curtis Very quick and easy. Great correspondence all the way. And payment too Well worth doing for even a few bits and bobs you might have
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    Mrs Georgina Smith Well not many people do what they say but you did , kept me informed right from receiving my parcel to making me an offer & paying in the money to my bank within two days. Thank you
  • TP stars
    Joanne Kyte All went as smoothly as was promised. Kept informed at all times and prompt payment at the end of the process. Great service!
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    Paula S From making contact with Vintage Cash Cow to the payment I was advised at each stage. The quality of the service is second to none. The price I received was fair and paid promptly
  • TP stars
    Sharon Excellent, friendly service. Easy and well informed at every step. Look forward to use regularly. Happy with outcome .
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    MrsTriciaLatimer Simple to use and a good offer for my items
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    Leslie Bell Great communications throughout. Help and advice given making it a smooth transaction.
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    Barbara Amazing very quick service
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    LESLEY MARTIN Vintage Cash Cow kept me up to date all the way so I didn't have to worry where abouts in the process my goods were. It was also an easy process and easy to understand and I was happy with the price I was offered ...
  • TP stars
    Naomi Frequent communication, very quick response to the cash result. Would certainly recommend them to friends & family.
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    michael rule The speed at which things were done and being kept informed.
  • TP stars
    Susan Genockey Excellent service,quick valuation,excellent offer

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