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

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    Jane I was kept informed of the process and progress of my sale of goodies. I was pleasantly surprised at the offer too. So, all in all, I would use again and would recommend.
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    customer Easy to send parcel, prompt notification of receipt. Offer made within a few days but due to being on holiday I could not reply immediately. I was chased for a reply but not too much and at least I did not forget. ...
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    Fife, Scotland This company were very efficient, keeping us updated every step of the way and we were happy with the offer given, accepted and quickly received the money. We will be using them again. Happy customer
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    Tom Belka Shortly after taking my box to the post office I received an email from vintage cash cow letting me know the box was registered and on its way to them. I received notification when it arrived, when the contents would be ...
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    Lynn Scott Used them twice. Was pleased with the money I received. Would recommend
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    Mary Golson The whole procedure is very simple and easy to understand. Vinted Cash Cow keep you informed about when the parcel arrives and when they hope to give you figure. Very good communication. If price agreed the amount is ...

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