Murphys-Based FACE Insurance Services Partners with MiniCo and Axa Art Americas Corporation to Offer Fine Art and Collectibles Insurance Accessed Through New Direct Quoting Portal

Murphys, CA…Tom Pratt of Murphys, California, a nationally recognized insurance specialist in fine art and collectibles, has partnered with MiniCo to employ a new online tool to offer insurance products. Customers of FACE Insurance Services now have access to a direct quoting portal at www.minicocollectiblesdirect.com/faceins. The portal enables collectors to obtain premium quotations online in as little as 30 seconds for collections of fine art, memorabilia and other items valued up to $1 million. Coverage of up to $250,000 for jewelry and watches is also available. The minimum premium is $75; other fine art and collectible policies start at $500.

This insurance program is offered nationwide in partnership with fine art insurance specialist AXA Art Americas Corporation, which offers tailor-made coverage solutions for private and corporate collections, museums, galleries and artists. AXA Insurance Company, which has an A.M. Best rating of “A” (Excellent), underwrites the specialty policies.

MiniCo President and CEO Mike Schofield said, “The demand for fine art and collectibles insurance is considerable, and MiniCo is excited to work with a specialist such as FACE Insurance Services to provide a tool that makes it easy for their customers with collections to get a quick premium quotation and enhances customers’ experience with their agency.”

Tom Pratt, President of FACE Insurance Services, commented, “Our company specializes in providing insurance solutions for collectors of fine art and other items, and we are pleased to work with MiniCo to offer our customers a simple, efficient online platform that gives them access to a policy underwritten by an A.M. Best ‘A’ rated carrier.”

About FACE Insurance Services
Fine Art & Collectibles Enterprises (FACE) is a highly specialized unit of experienced fine art insurance professionals dedicated to the structure, placement and servicing of a large worldwide clientele engaged in all aspects of fine arts, wine and other valuable collectibles. For more information, please visit www.faceins.com.