Check your packing blankets for gravel, metal, wood, or even hard plastic shavings. Anything that might cut, scratch, or gouge the finish. Take off any jewelry, belts, and even Levi's rivets can reach out and leave a mark.
Cover the prize completely, layering is good, tape the blankets down, and then wrap it all in bubble wrap.
Make it look like the StaPuft marshmallow man for transit.
Awesome score! Congratulations!