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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    Lisa Stewart Great efficient service and communication I would use them again and recommend to friends & family
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    Paula Great offer for goods, included 1980’s 35mm cameras that digital left unusable but Vintage Cash Cow repurpose the lens which I really liked
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    Gail Very smooth process, kept informed throughout and was quick and efficient
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    Deborah Janice Fantastic offer easy to use and lovely call back 😀
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    Lee Tidy 100% Professional from start to finish and promt payment Best company I have ever dealt with by far Your business should be recognised with an award of excellence
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    Francesca Waite Great service , quick and easy very pleased with what I was offered , felt it to be a fair price
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    debbie Matthews Very easy website. Quick response and delivery of info. Kept up to date until valuation was accepted. Will definitely use again.
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    Lesley Mair Quick and easy from start to finish. I even had my box collected from my door. Wonderful service.
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    ELAINE CHESTER Thought it all worked like clockwork. Only one thing negative from my experience- too many pushy and harassing emails/texts.
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    John White It all worked like clockwork! A highly efficient and well oiled operation. We will be sending more parcels!
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    Yvonne Millard Very easy to send and very quick payments
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    Roy Mackenzie I found the whole experience was very easy.My items were dealt with professionally and I received the offer very quickly and within a few days I received my payment. Will certainly use them again.Thankyou for a first ...
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    MISSSHONAHARRISON Excellent communication throughout and offer quick and acceptable. I shall certainly use this service again.
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    Anthony Mcintosh Excellent experience. The pack arrived very quickly and the phone call was very helpful. Filled a large, heavy box and arranged for home collection. The postage and collection service was free of charge which was a real ...
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    John Received the address labels very quickly sent my items by post no problem and within seven days had my valuation price and very happy with it, payment in bank within two working days. Second time I have used them and ...
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    Ms Deborah Dalby Boxed it up was collected when stated great very happy would well recommend, thank you 😊

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