Moving House Valuable Items: Protecting Jewelry, Art, and Collectibles

Moving House Valuable Items: Protecting Jewelry, Art, and Collectibles

Valuable items including jewelry, artwork, antiques, and collectibles require the highest level of protection during a move. These possessions often carry both financial and sentimental value that cannot be easily replaced.

Jewelry and Small Valuables

Keep With You: Never pack jewelry and small valuables in the moving truck:

• Jewelry, watches, and precious stones
• Cash, coins, and important documents
• Stamp and coin collections
• Small family heirlooms

Use a personal safe or lockbox for these items during the move.

Artwork and Paintings

Canvas Paintings:

• Wrap in glassine paper to prevent smudging
• Place cardboard corners for frame protection
• Wrap in bubble wrap and place in picture boxes
• Mark as “FRAGILE - DO NOT STACK”

Sculptures and 3D Art:

• Create custom crating when possible
• Use foam padding and zip ties to secure
• Wrap in soft fabric to prevent scratches
• Clearly mark all sides for proper orientation

Antiques and Collectibles

• Get professional appraisals for insurance purposes
• Consider custom crating for fragile antiques
• Use acid-free paper and materials for paper collectibles
• Document condition with photographs before packing

“The peace of mind that comes from personally transporting your most valuable possessions is worth the extra effort.”