Following some changes to Royal Mail UK signed for service (which now only insures to £20), 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 2025.
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)
Jewellery £41 +
£4.60 Tracked 48 Signed for (second class)
Tracked 48 can give you email or SMS updates so you can arrange for alternative delivery if you’re not going to be in.
For jewellery items £50 + that are unique items that cannot be recreated, special delivery postage is in place (however local collection is also an option
£8.15 Special Delivery (guaranteed by 1pm the next day)
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:
£8.15 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.