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Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Collectibles?
To their owners, collectibles are not just objects — they’re tangible pieces of history and culture and a direct reflection of their passions. However, the very qualities that make collectibles so precious also expose them to unique risks. Theft, damage during transport, or accidental breakage can devastate a collection that has taken years to assemble. …
Protecting Art and Collectibles from Hurricanes
Collections are priceless and irreplaceable. In the event of a natural disaster such as a hurricane, financial loss can be devastating. That’s why it’s crucial that clients rely upon their brokers to fully understand their exposure and ensure they’re obtaining appropriate protection for their collections. In this guide, we will provide you with important information…
Key Factors Affecting a Client’s Collectible Insurance Cost
Americans love to collect – from fine art to antiques, couture, sneakers, trading cards, coins, stamps, and pop-culture collectibles like action figures and toys, comic books, and graphic novels. People collect for various reasons, including a passion and love for valuables, investment purposes, emotional and nostalgic value, and to preserve cultural history. Protecting one’s investment…
Adding Bordeaux to the Bordereau: Insurance for Wine Collections
Ready to indulge in the rich aromas of wine collection insurance? If you missed our recent 30-minute webinar, “Adding Bordeaux to the Bordereau: Insurance for Wine Collections,” don’t worry. You can gain essential insights into protecting your clients’ wine collections and mastering damage assessment techniques with the Founder of Cork Counsel, Neil Kaplan. Whether your…
Rare Book Insurance: A Guide for Collectors and Brokers
Did you know that a first edition of William Shakespeare’s First Folio is worth $5.2 million? Or that J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone can fetch as much as $55,000 for a first print? Rare books become pieces of history, highly valued by collectors. For insurance brokers, getting protection for these irreplaceable treasures…
Coin Insurance: A Guide for Collectors and Brokers
Few items are more established in the collectibles industry than rare coins. With auction prices hitting nearly $19 million. These high valuations are because coins are uniquely valuable for both their historical significance and the materials they are made from. This makes coins particularly attractive to collectors and investors alike. However, it also means that…
Benefits of a Collectibles Policy vs. Homeowners Policy: An Interview with Nonie Tompkins
We sat down with Distinguished Fine Art & Collectibles insurance expert, Nonie Tompkins, to discuss the benefits of a collectibles policy versus a homeowners policy. Our team is highly experienced in the fine art and collectibles markets and are here to provide you with the best coverage options to meet your clients needs. Let’s dive…
Distinguished Programs Partners with HUB International as Preferred Insurance Provider for the New England Museum Association
NEW YORK — Distinguished Programs (“Distinguished”), a leading insurance program manager, is excited to announce a new partnership agreement with HUB International to act as the preferred provider for the New England Museum Association (“NEMA”). This partnership signifies a concerted effort to tailor specialized insurance solutions to the unique needs of museums across the Northeast. …
Sports Memorabilia Insurance: A Guide for Collectors
Sports memorabilia are hot ticket items and collectibles. Memorabilia of true legends in their sport increase in value over time. A Mickey Mantle baseball card in pristine condition can sell for more than $10 million. In 2020, a 110-year-old photo of legendary baseball player Ty Cobb sold for $390,000. And, in February 2024, Sotheby’s fetched…
Meet Michelle Stegmann | Distinguished Fine Art & Collectibles
Step into a world where safeguarding masterpieces isn’t just a duty, it’s an art form. At Distinguished, we can help you provide your clients with peace of mind and the highest level of protection for their cherished possessions. Our Fine Art and Collectibles insurance team are experts in the industry and here to help you…