Would it make sense to throw in a conversion mechanic allowing for salvaging or dismantling old stuff and choose what to convert to? The ratio will be set by Devs and may be high, but it's better than having a "dead" inventory and just a bunch of pretty icons.
I think the devs like the idea of "Look at all that guys stuff!" It makes the game look really full- even if it is just some empty stats to be replaced with something marginally better next week.
Couldn't have put it any better Delphin. As more players leave they attempt to make the game look less empty. Everytime I come back to this game it is further aimed towards LB players- where the main source of money is. Constant legends, furnishings- all which contain chests that require nobility to open. Anyway, sorry for the off topic rant - I think it's a nice idea but unlikely to be implemented.