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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    Ken Excellent from start to finish Constant updates and fair offer and speedy payment.100% many thanks
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    Teresia Rossello I was very impressed with Vintage Cash Cow, they actually offered me more than I was expecting! They were very efficient and sent me messages all the time to thank me and reassuring me that my box was in very safe ...
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    Linda Wilson It was the first time I’ve used it and I was very impressed as to how smoothly it went and was kept up to date as to what process my jewellery was at
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    ANDY WILSON Simple straightforward system to move on pre loved memorabilia
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    Sharon Mackenzie The service was excellent. As the valuations took longer I was kept informed all the way through. After accepting the offer the payment was made very quick. I would certainly recommend to other people.
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    Regina Sigala They were always in touch, letting you know everything about your parcel. Although I would have liked a bit more for the items I sent. But couldn't be bothered to go else where. So excepted the offer.
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    Friend of Ted I spoke to the team about the original offer and they increased it !
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    Marion Evans Excellent service, I had to wait a little longer than usual due to a high demand of people using the service but was kept informed by emails and I was very happy with the price offered me. Will definitely use again 👍
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    Martin Weaver I cleared out some old stuff that I’d had since moving 9 years ago ,the whole process was really straightforward & I got more £ than I expected,would definitely use again
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    Sandra Good service, prompt payment and price good.
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    J G Very quick service and always informed ypu every step of the way about your items
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    Mrs P Fisher Efficient, secure, good communication, straightforward.
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    Belinda Mann Had a great experience lots of texts saying what was happening throughout. Was really good I didn’t know what to expect. So thank you. I would recommend and definitely use again
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    Mrs sally bloodworth Lovely people to deal with. I was kept up to date at every stage.The whole experience was hassle free and l was very happy to accept their offer. Will be dealing with them again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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    Christine Bridgewater I was kept well informed at each stage and was pleased with the money that my items raised. Payment was quick and the whole process was smooth.
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    John Packham quite a simple proceedure with continuous updates Excellent

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