Crystal glassware is even more delicate than ordinary glass, with thin walls, fragile stems, and detailed cuts that chip at the slightest knock. Its value, often sentimental, raises the stakes further. Wrapping every piece individually, filling the hollows, and using compartmented boxes so nothing touches its neighbor is how crystal survives a move.
Pro tip: Stuffing paper inside each bowl braces the thin walls and is a trick pros use for delicate glass.
Watch out: Crystal is thinner and more brittle than regular glass. It chips and shatters with less force, so wrap every piece.