I got 3 of my starter items taken away because they're "common" and not "crude." They're still in my closet, but what is Kat without her coat? Nooo....
I haven't had a lot of drops though. I was out and about too. I got maybe....3-4 on Kat in an hour of playing, only one of which I could use because of my basicness. *sigh* Maybe I'll sell them and get some good money for a War Galleon when (if) I get unlimited....