Following some changes to Royal Mail UK signed for service, I’ve reviewed postal charges across all items. The changes are in line with what I feel is appropriate insurance-wise.
Note this Blog will be updated as and when other changes occur. Prices are correct as at April 2024.
The changes mean reductions for postage for items £40 and under, and increases to postage for items £41- £49.
There are no changes to postal arrangements I use for International Items with prices consistent with Royal Mail at the given time.
Here is a schedule of UK postal charges that I’m using with additional notes where necessary:
Note that standard postage is second class; this can be upgraded to first class at checkout.
Earrings £28 and under:
£1.55 second class standard
Pendants £28 - £40 and Earrings £29 - £40
£2.70 Tracked 48 (second class)
This replaces the signed for service, which now only insures to £20.
Tracked 48 has a photo on delivery and gives you email or SMS updates so you can arrange for alternative delivery if you’re not going to be in.
Please note that when ordering on Etsy this will show as “signed for postage” as the newer Royal Mail postal options are not yet currently listed on Etsy
Jewellery £41 - £49
£4.40 Tracked 48 Signed for (second class)
This replaces the signed for service, which now only insures to £20, with the assurance of signed for with these slightly higher value items.
Tracked 48 Signed for has a photo on delivery and gives you email or SMS updates so you can arrange for alternative delivery if you’re not going to be in.
Please note that when ordering on Etsy this will show as “signed for postage” as the newer Royal Mail postal options are not yet currently listed on Etsy
Jewellery £50 +
£7.35 Special Delivery (guaranteed by 1pm the next day)
A bit more, but with peace of mind for valuable items.
Multiple Jewellery Orders
Etsy will calculate a postage charge per additional item. Depending on the total value and whether the order includes one-off limited edition pieces postage will be:
Either:
£2.70 Tracked 48 (second class)
Or:
£4.40 Tracked 48 Signed for (second class)
Or:
£7.35 Special Delivery (guaranteed by 1pm the next day)
Cards
£0.85 Second Class for 1 card with prices increasing where more than one card is purchased.