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

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    Rosie Lawrence Great service and offer. Took a little longer than advertised but kept me up to date with what was happening. Would definitely use again
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    Celia We were kept up to date with the progress from start to finish. Will definitely use them again.
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    Helen Bruce Easy to use and great communication
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    Mrs Capewell Kept very well informed from start to finish, I was very happy with the outcome. And the payment was in my bank within three hours of accepting the offer.
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    Yvette J Excellent communications. Even though the appraisal took longer than expected, I received emails assuring me that it would be done as soon as possible. Happy with the valuation too. Super simple and efficient process.
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    Victoria Highet Everything was done efficiently. And payment was quick when you accepted the offer. No problems at all.
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    Mandy Burrows i organised collection of my box,it was collected in 24 hours,there was constant updates from VCC explaining delays,but once my box was valued,i accepted the £ was in my account all within 36 hours,and i was very ...
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    Rachel Sullivan Although the actual process took a while longer than expected, approx 2 weeks. I am extremely happy with the amount I was offered for a few pieces of costume jewellery, 2 old digital cameras and some loose travel ...
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    Consumer The time taken getting it appraised. I appreciate they are experiencing heavy demand, they could consider employing more staff, and perhaps rethink there advertising of times. That said communication during the delay ...
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    Mary Prompt reply and updates
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    Mr and Mrs Price Smooth, efficient operation. I was pleasantly surprised by the offer for the range of items I sent; and it was paid quickly.
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    Anne Mitchell Easy transaction. Quick payment.
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    customer It was easy to do step-by-step instructions . Happy with the outcome.
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    Mrs P Toma Easy process, great communication, fair price and fast payment. A really useful service for a miscellany of items. Would recommend.
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    Mrs Tappenden The price was so unexpected didn’t think I would get as much as I did
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    Consumer Process is very simple, progress is reported regularly. Both times I’ve used this I’ve received an offer much higher than I expected.

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