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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    Patricia McClurey Very speedy organised process
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    Ian Austin An excellent experience and advised fully the process. Paid quickly 2 days. Would recommend and use again.
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    Jennifer Hail Safe and easy postage Excellent communication from start to finish Fair valuation
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    Jane No problem at all. Boxed my items, took it to the post office and a few days later I had an offer. Brilliant communication through it all.
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    Mav64 So simple to navigate the Web page. Easy directions on what to do and you kept in touch throughout the whole process.
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    Haley Had a lovely experience Was easy to post they kept me updated and received my money fast Would definitely recommend
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    Mrs Crosby The lady I spoke to was lovely, and listened!17
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    Ann Dryer Quick process, money received in good time. But disappointed with final figures, honestly thought it would at least have been £300.
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    Judith Porter Quick service, kept me informed of every stage. Friendly texts& payment received when promised.
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    Bernadette (Chemsford) Good outcome
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    Brian Yeadon I gathered together some items that I knew had a small value but to sell them I would have had to make 8-9 separate listings online. Instead I sent them all to VC. I packaged them up on Tuesday and took them to the ...
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    Customer Good experience marred slightly by vintage Cashcow not being able to keep to their published timescales. In their defence they did advise me of this immediately it became apparent. I will certainly use their services ...
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    Kristeen Smooth experience,very good interaction and quick money transfer
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    Jill Brown Very efficient service, friendly and knowledgeable staff. I was kept informed from start to finish.
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    David Stead Quick, easy transaction. Great communication, paid quickly!! All good!!!!

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