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
    Christine Whiteley Very easy to do, request a label , fill a box and post it off. Took a bit longer than expected but go regular messages as to where they were up to with the items I sent. Very happy with the price they offered. Accepted ...
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    Mrs Gillian Gordon I found the service very simple to use. I was kept informed at all times, and was given a great offer, which I accepted. My money was in my bank account the next day. Would use again and I have recommened Vintage Cash ...
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    Mrs Katherine Carmichael Just so easy to box up and send.
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    ANN MUNDAY I have been trying to get my antiques, jewellery, etc together to send to them for about 2 months now, but my partner has dementia and requires my attention quite a lot of the day
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    Lukman Easy and profitable
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    Ludmilla Briggs Easy to follow instructions, fast transaction and happy with valuation
  • TP stars
    Victoria Fairley The service is quick and I feel safe using it, the idea of sending new postage labels once your offer has been accepted is a brilliant p.r. idea. Gold star for whoever thought of that !
  • TP stars
    Ann A gathered up bits an pieces that I no longer needed packed them in a box and used the postage sticker provided to post sat back and waited for my offer
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    Mrs Christine Unthank Really straight forward to set up and despatch my box. Kept up to date frequently as they had a lot of boxes to process. Very helpful.
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    NIKki Kinsella Have used vintage a few times. Always great communication, and kept in the loop regarding appraisals and when my parcel is being looked at. Always great price. Highly recommend
  • TP stars
    Nigel Laing A simple, straightforward process which delivers as advertised. And regular updates are a welcome reassurance. I would certainly use again in the future.
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    Chris Thompson Simple and straightforward, very easy to understand and was always kept informed of progress. Final outcome was reasonable and paid within a few days as promised.
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    Debbie Poole Really pleased with my offer for what I thought was not worth that much ,kept updated from when box received until payment
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    JEANETTE Dacosta Adviser was happy to help and advise. Payment was quick once agreed quotation. Probably a fair price, however it took all the hassle out of trying to sell items individually.
  • TP stars
    Nicola Jane Kept me informed throughout the whole process, did take slightly longer than I expected. Once I had accepted their offer, the process was very quick and smooth.
  • TP stars
    Carolyn Tones Easy to use and all very polite on the phone would definitely recommend them.

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