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
    John North Not as much as we were hoping for but happy to get some cash for items that were just wasting space and not being used.
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    Dtowler Communication very good and speed of offer and payment good.
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    Shirley McNeill It’s such an easy process to send items to you and you kept me informed when there was a delay with my offer.
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    Mrs Carol Davidson Quick easy instructions Able to clear out cupboards and drawers of unwanted or unneeded items rather than them sitting there for years Frequent updates Excellent service A little extra money for us Thank you
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    Mrs Susan Dawes This is the third time that I have used Vintage Cash Cow over the years. I am always impressed with how easy and straightforward it is. I sent off my box of items, postage was free and within a short time I received a ...
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    .Julie Good offer for a small box of items I haven’t used in over 10yrs. Once I agreed the offer, the money was transferred within 2 days.
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    Siobhan Churchill Was kept informed at all times, even though procedure took longer than anticipated. That aside, good experience
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    Julie Hamilton Got paid quite a lot of money for my jewelry and such like I sent.
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    Emma Ingleson It was really easy. The guidance was clear and simple and I had useful, regular updates about the progress of my box. Honestly can't find fault, the valuation seemed fair and the cash was very welcome. Quick payment ...
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    Gaynor Moseley The whole process was easy and straight forward. I was kept informed what was happening every step of the way. I feel I received a fair price.
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    Angela Very efficient as kept updated on progress Happy with the offer as more than expected!
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    Lynne Evans From start to finish everything was great we were kept in contact with VCC and given updates and progress reports. Very efficient and professional.
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    tracey wealthall Very pleased with service I received and money for my items great communication
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    Lorraine Jones From beginning to end I was communicated with frequently, reassuring me my items were safe. I was informed at every stage. I sent some really old stuff that may well have just ended up in the bin. I am reassured that my ...
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    Jo I loved the communication as I could have a conversation with an actual person who took the time to answer questions. I also appreciated the regular updates on the process. This transparency helped in knowing at which ...
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    C A Mutch From first contact to final settlement it was a first class experience. Everything went very smoothly and efficiently and was informed throughout couldn’t fault it. Payment was in bank within the stated 2 days and was ...

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