It is advised to include $2.75 to have your item registered post. By doing so, your item is insured for up to $100.00 in value. Just advise us on purchase if you would like your item registered. We do our best to pack items well, but unfortunatley that sometimes is not enough. We also recommend that you open parcel at post office so if item is damaged you can show them immediatley and apply for refund.