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 I was a bit cautious when using Vintage Cash Cow but I have been very pleasantly surprised, the entire process was smooth and easy, and I’m really happy with the value of my box. As soon as I accepted the offer the ...
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    Shui Lam The service was really easy to use. The postal label, with all the relevant information, arrived in the post within a few days of the order. I boxed it all up and sent the box off in a post office. The offer with a ...
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    Pat Wintle There was plenty of good information about what items were acceptable. It was useful having email reminders to get the package sent off before the postage label expired. I’m not sure if the valuation was realistic for ...
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    Helena Finch Prompt easy experience. Payment is prompt. Excellent experience.
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    Margaret Atkinson The company did everything it says it will, good communication , quick response and everyone you speak to are extremely polite and helpful
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    Julie The whole process was very easy from start to finish and I was pleased with my offer
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    Gail Frost The great communication. It was so easy to do. No risk, money back guarantee.
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    Meg Gordon Prompt clear service
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    Jenny Miller Everything was so easy, I was kept informed of each step right up to the finish line. I received my offer, accepted it and the money was in my bank within a couple of hours. Will definitely use you again. Thank you.
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    Leanne Excellent service, sent lots of jewellery that I haven’t worn in years and a couple of cameras. Extremely pleased with my offer and how quickly I received it. Kept up to date throughout the whole process. I would highly ...
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    Bernie Gallacher Didn't have one problem with cash cow
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    Mateusz Borek Lightning-fast delivery and great prices! Review: I highly recommend! The order was processed incredibly quickly, and the prices are really low and competitive. Everything went smoothly.
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    customer Very pleased with Vintage they gave me a very good offer for the items that I sent. Customer service is one of the best that I had dealings with, would def use again
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    Helena Hart It all went very smoothly and payment went through easily. I perhaps would have thought I’d have got a little more for my goods but it was ok.
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    Mrs Bradshaw Had a great experience with my first time doing this i was well looked after and knew what was going on all the way through.

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