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Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance
Distinguished Programs Expands Fine Art and Collectibles Program Capacity to $100 Million Limit
NEW YORK, December 19, 2023 — Distinguished Programs (“Distinguished”), a leading insurance program manager, has expanded its Fine Art and Collectibles program to offer a $100 million capacity limit for single risks in the United States (pending state filing approvals), effective January 1, 2024. This capacity expansion addresses a gap in current limit options, providing…
Comic Book Insurance: What Clients Need to Protect These Modern Classics
Nearly anything can be collected and valued in today’s modern world, including comic books. In fact, comic books have become so prized that in 2023, a congressman was sworn into office with a $5 million Superman comic. However, comic books aren’t just valuable — they’re also quite delicate. Even a bit of moisture or some…
Protection For Your Client’s Most Treasured Antique Furniture
The “Antiques Roadshow” on PBS is part adventure and part history lesson, where antique owners bring in their items to be appraised by experts – from an old hickory rocking chair find to a cabinet made in 1720. “Antiques Roadshow” is one of the most-watched television shows ever on antiques and collectibles and demonstrates the…
Exhibitor Insurance: The Coverages Needed For Art Exhibitions
Museums are always looking for an exciting change that’ll get people in the doors, and one way they can accomplish that is with rotating exhibitions. These dynamic showcases not only rejuvenate the experience for frequent patrons but also captivate new audiences, drawing them into the world of art, history, popular culture, and more. Yet, behind…
Collectibles Insurance: Coverage For All Of Your Clients’ Personal Collections
Collectibles are not just objects; valuable coins, rare stamps, or wine collections are all physical embodiments of unique stories created by human hands. However, these cherished possessions are also vulnerable. Damage, theft, or natural disasters can threaten these collections, which is why every serious collector should invest in specialized Collectibles Insurance as a much-needed safety…
Wine Insurance: An Ultimate Guide to Covering A Wine Collection
Wine is big business. Whether it’s the whopping $33 billion in revenue it generated in 2023 or the eye-watering auction prices that recently passed $1 million for a single bottle, the value and number of wine collections are only expected to grow in the coming years. However, for an asset that is vulnerable to temperature…
Must-Have Inclusions in Your Art Insurance Policy
People collect art for many different reasons. Some have a passion for fine art, while others love discovering emerging artists or incorporating valuable art pieces as part of their asset portfolio. Families acquire artwork as a means of passing down their legacy to their children. A number of businesses invest in art collections curated to…
Art Gallery Insurance: Coverage Perfect For Any Gallery
Setting up and running an art gallery can be an expensive and complex yet rewarding endeavor. It brings together a deep passion for art, dedication, and a substantial degree of talent and knowledge. Yet, staying up at night worrying about the safety of gallery pieces should not be part of your client’s daily lives. Unfortunately,…
Distinguished Fine Art & Collectibles: Ask the Experts
Unleash your potential in the flourishing Fine Art & Collectibles insurance market! If you missed our recent 30-minute power-packed webinar, “Distinguished Fine Art & Collectibles: Ask the Experts,” don’t worry. You still have the opportunity to gain essential insights into protecting your clients’ treasured art pieces and turbocharging your business growth. Our panel of experts…
Artist Insurance: Complete Coverage For Career Artists
Building a career as an artist is no easy feat. It requires hard work, dedication, and more than a dollop of talent. However, what it shouldn’t include is stress over damaged works. Whether it’s a flood in their studio or an accident en route to a client, artists need to know that their time, materials,…