Wednesday, December 22, 2010

What Is Art? Well, If It’s Valuable It Needs to Be Properly Insured

What Is Art? Well, If It’s Valuable It Needs to Be Properly Insured

The I.I.I. Offers Tips for Insuring and Caring for Your Fine Art

December 22, 2010

INSURANCE INFORMATION INSTITUTE
New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org

NEW YORK, December 22, 2010
Regardless of whether you are purchasing your first piece of art or adding to an existing collection, proper insurance is essential in order to financially protect your investment in the event it is lost, stolen or damaged, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
 
As the U.S. economy begins to recover slowly from a severe recession, it is clear that interest in quality art works of all types is high. The recently concluded Art Basel show in Miami Beach, for example, drew 46,000 attendees—up from 42,000 in 2009.


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Monday, December 20, 2010

Identity Theft On the Rise During Holiday Season; Whether Shopping Online Or At the Mall, Be Vigilant

I.I.I. Offers Crime Prevention and Insurance Tips to Weary Shoppers

December 16, 2010

INSURANCE INFORMATION INSTITUTE
New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org
NEW YORK, December 16, 2010 — With everything easily available from wines and perfumes to electronics and toys, online shopping is an increasingly attractive alternative to braving the local mall during the holidays. However, it can also pose a risk to your identity, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.).

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