Have the quilt appraised. I carry a rider on my home owners insurance to cover just one of my quilts. I was shocked at the value of my quilt. I showed it in 3 AQS shows and have to insure it to ship it. Without an appraisal, the post office will not give you much at all. Also your homeowners insurance will cover about $30 to buy a blanket at Walmart so get it appraised and ask them to insure it. I would include a copy of the appraisal with the gift.