At what value would you send out a submission as registered mail vs priority?

[prestigecollectibles]

A friend of mine sold some cards for $25,000 and sent them insured by registered mail, however the package was lost at a USPS facility. Even though it was insured and he had proof of a bank transfer from his customer his claim was denied twice. Finally on the third attempt he got confirmation that they will be sending a check in the mail. Waiting to see if it actually arrives. Registered mail is not as secure as people believe.

[Jobu]

I would buy insurance from Collect Insure and then ship following their rules.

[Jewish-collector]

I would go to a show where SGC physically has a booth and hand it to them in person.

[Eric72]

Originally Posted by Jewish-collector

I would go to a show where SGC physically has a booth and hand it to them in person.

This seems like the absolute safest option.

(to me, at least)

[vthobby]

Originally Posted by prestigecollectibles

A friend of mine sold some cards for $25,000 and sent them insured by registered mail, however the package was lost at a USPS facility. Even though it was insured and he had proof of a bank transfer from his customer his claim was denied twice. Finally on the third attempt he got confirmation that they will be sending a check in the mail. Waiting to see if it actually arrives. Registered mail is not as secure as people believe.

Are they sending him the check via Registered Mail? lol

PS I've stopped using Registered as it takes too long. Never lost anything via priority! Knock on wood!