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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    Judith The process was very efficient, and the communication excellent. Thank you.
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    Michael Braddon This was the first time for me and I am happy with what I got
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    Leigh So easy so pack a box with a collection of stuff that is laying around in drawers and cupboards which you think might have some value (or may not?) Very pleased with offers made.
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    Tarina It was so easy from start to finish. Got my label,packaged up my parcel. And 3 days later you offered me a very reasonable price, I accepted it. And 2 days later was in my bank. Very impressed I will definitely use you ...
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    Sharni Cope Very quick and easy process, easy to understand and lots of communication
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    Ruth Faulkner I was very happy with my quote and how way it was to send my items
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    Susan Excellent service from start to finish. I was kept informed every step of the way and very quickly given a good offer for my unused items . The money was very quickly paid into my account. Really easy service .
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    Joanna JAZEEL Using Vintage Cash Cow. Was so easy. Just filled my box and sent it to them free. The communication from them was excellent. Every step of the way I was notified as to where and what was happening to my box. The ...
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    tracy Hassle free. Money in bank within 7 days Speedy and efficient service
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    John Hemp A very good service in every respect.
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    ANGELA PENMAN The whole process was extremely easy. From the welcome call through to receiving my offer I felt supported and in safe hands
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    MRS SUE M BAILEY Brilliant communication Very pleased with the offer
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    Geoff A very easy company to work with, they keep you updated all the way and put the money into your account as soon as you agree with their offer. Will definitely send more items to them. Well done guys.
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    Joyce Smith Very quick to say they had received my parcel,kept up to date on this and a good valuation,was very pleased with the offer,which I accepted was in my bank in 2 days.thank you very much.
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    customer The whole process, from requesting a pack to receiving the cash was quick & easy. Communication from Vintage Cash Cow was excellent - I was updated at every stage. I was happy with the offer made. I will use Vintage ...
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    Jill Wade Brilliant service and outcome

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