Thank you for your interest in bidding on this item. We always sent your packages insured and within 2 business days. Packaging: Our sold products will be packaged and shipped with ultimate care. We understand the harshness some of the boxes need to go through while being delivered. So no worries, we’ve got that covered! Costs of shipping: Please make sure that if you buy (or bid on) multiple items from us at once, that you do not proceed with the payment until the others have finished. This way we can keep costs as low as possible for you as a buyer. Please be aware that this is a naturally coloured item. Colours and shape may vary slightly. All copper bars are always 1kg and .999 copper.