Originally Posted by
estnet
Any information about how much/how to/ is it possible?
Probably a lot. You can check it out on the website of the French post. Other providers will be more expensive. Probably around 40 USD. That won't account for any optional insurance or customs duties that will be payable.
Originally Posted by
estnet
The reason I don't want to carry it iin my luggage s it is very valuable (and for a friend) and I'm worried that if the airline loses the bag I'll be in trouble.
You are worried that the airline may lose the bag but that the French Post, the USPS, or any intermediary won't?