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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    Mita Samani Kept informed
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    Sandra Davey Good communication during a very busy time. Fair offer and promptly paid.
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    customer Bowler All good. The delayed response with valuation did not matter as there was no rush Very prompt payment Good communication .
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    Sheila Matthews was very satisfied with my offer which i did except be sending some more things when sorted loely people they keep you informed all the way thankyou
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    Jane It was a very easy process and Vintage Cash Cow kept me updated with friendly WhatsApp’s from start to finish. I didn’t think my box was of great value and had a low expectation for what I might receive. I was very ...
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    customer Clare Coyle I was a bit sceptical when I sent my watches & dress jewellery in but was very surprised at the offer they gave me. The service was excellent they told me every step. I received my payment in two days after accepting ...
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    IRENE GOODISON They kept me well informed and accepted their offer.
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    Tricia Campbell Total efficiency from start to finish
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    leslie free postage and a great service are very important fair prices and prompt payment all together a great service
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    Jonny Wood Easy to use, no hassle, prices are daft, but no one is going to take a box back, ive sent stuff with a pre value, didnt get anything like the valuation, just saying, got a box in at moment with a hidden gem,, will ...
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    Geoff S It took longer than advertised to get an offer to me but I was kept informed that there were delays because of a larger than expected amount of parcels to be valued. So I was being well informed with what was happening. ...
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    Jane McNeill A very efficient service from start to finish.
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    Lesley Contact was great.payment was quick .price was excellant.
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    Angela Marsh Pleased the way I was kept up to date from the moment I sent my box to it being looked at happy with the offer and the speed of the money put in my account
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    Delith Paul Excellent customer service, kept informed and offered an excellent price for my items.
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    AF Really straight forward and honest offer made. No messing around. Would recommend and indeed use again.

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