This piece has never been used and is in perfect condition.  There is no corrosion of the metal, no chipped or cracked beads and has not been bent.

 

I package with biodegradable peanuts.  I use either foam or bubble wrap to wrap the piece.  I also try to use used boxes & any used packing material (occasionally including styrofoam peanuts when I have them) to give them an extra life before they are thrown away.  I urge you to recycle or reuse any packaging material I send to you!  Thank you!