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Old 10-05-2010, 10:44 PM   #9
mrsquash
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Originally Posted by kindlekitten View Post
...interestingly enough I am told by jewelers that using the signed receipt required is the most secure way to send valuables. apparently that is the standard in the industry
Agreed. I ordered some gold coins a few years back from Blanchard, a large US precious metals/coin dealer. Obviously I was concerned about the security of the shipment.

From their website:

"We ship your order by registered, insured U.S. mail. In our years of experience, we’ve found this to be the safest, most convenient, and most economical method available. When your order is shipped, you will receive a notification email from us, which will also contain your unique tracking USPS tracking code, linked to the U.S. Postal Service website. Due to security precautions, you’ll need to sign for the package when it’s delivered. Should you be unavailable to sign at delivery, you’ll receive a delivery notification slip that allows you to pick up your order at the nearest U.S. Post Office. Your order is fully insured and will never be left unsecured."

It's hard to imagine a business that would be more serious about the security of their shipping methods than one that ships gold coins in little boxes.
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