Anyone familiar with Collector Insurance?

[CW]

Just wanted to bump this thread to see if anyone has had additional experiences, either positive or negative, with Antiques and Collectibles Insurance Group.

Has anyone had to file a claim through them, or has anyone recently signed up?

Their website

Thanks!

[ajjohnsonsoxfan]

Just insured my collection last month with them. Filled out online form and got emailed response. Sent in payment and then got emailed notification payment was received. Got policy paperwork in the mail shortly thereafter. All good so far. Hoping that I won't need to make a claim. :-)

[brass_rat]

I don't have any experience with these companies, but I'd urge people to consult their homeowners or renters insurance provider. An additional collectibles rider *may* be less expensive than going through one of these specialty insurers.

Steve

[ibuysportsephemera]

Originally Posted by brass_rat

I don't have any experience with these companies, but I'd urge people to consult their homeowners or renters insurance provider. An additional collectibles rider *may* be less expensive than going through one of these specialty insurers.

Steve

I have used Collectors Insurance for many years. Every year I check with my Homeowners Agent (3 different Companies in 14 years) and they can't even come close to the coverage and cost. I have never had a claim (knocking wood).

Jeff

[buymycards]

My homeowners policy has always included $10,000 for collectibles. My insurance company dropped this collectibles coverage 2 years ago, but I was able to purchase a rider. Last week I met with my insurance agent and we found out that the rider no longer will cover baseball cards, because of the"volatile nature of the market". Riders are available for stamp collections and several other types of collectibles.

You might want to check your policy to make sure you are still covered. My agency handles several insurance companies, and non of them will cover baseball cards.


Rick

[Leon]

B & L Auctions uses Collectibles Insurance. We have had a claim or two and they went fine. I would venture to guess most homeowners insurance won't cover baseball cards. Mine won't.

[brass_rat]

Very good point, Rick. I do make it a point to review my coverage with my agent each year, as some riders I have need adjusting. Bottom line, never assume coverage or clauses include something -- best to clarify before an issue comes up.

Cheers,
Steve

Originally Posted by buymycards

My homeowners policy has always included $10,000 for collectibles. My insurance company dropped this collectibles coverage 2 years ago, but I was able to purchase a rider. Last week I met with my insurance agent and we found out that the rider no longer will cover baseball cards, because of the"volatile nature of the market". Riders are available for stamp collections and several other types of collectibles.

You might want to check your policy to make sure you are still covered. My agency handles several insurance companies, and non of them will cover baseball cards.


Rick