Nothing succeeds like excess.
Whenever we ship an object, it is subject to all manner of treatment. To safeguard our fine antiques and collectibles, we must always err on the side of excess. For outer protection use a sturdy box or padded bag to protect the contents. If no such box is at hand, you may procure one from the supermarket or, alternatively, you may buy various boxes or padded envelopes from office supply stores or the US Post Office. Other materials that can be used include paper towels, tissue paper or bubble wrap.