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Collectibles Insurance Services Insurance Through an Independent Agency: Coverage and States
Blake Insurance Group is an independent insurance agency with access to quote Collectibles Insurance Services. This page lists the Collectibles Insurance Services coverage we can request for clients, the states where we can do it, and how to start.
This page is published by Blake Insurance Group, not by Collectibles Insurance Services. Availability depends on the product, your location and underwriting.
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Collectibles Insurance Services coverage and states available through our agency
The table shows each Collectibles Insurance Services coverage type our agency can currently quote and the states, out of the 24 where we are licensed, in which we can quote it.
| Coverage type | For | States we can quote |
|---|---|---|
| Article Floater | Personal | AZ, AL, TX, CA, NY, OH, FL, NC, VA, GA, OK, NM, IA, KS, MI, NE, SC, SD, WV, IL, NJ, PA, TN, WA |
If your state or coverage type is not listed, send a request anyway. We can check other insurers we have access to.
How to request a Collectibles Insurance Services quote
- Send the request form on this page or call 888-387-3687.
- Tell us the coverage you need and the state where the property, vehicle or business is located.
- A licensed agent reviews whether Collectibles Insurance Services is available for your situation and what information the insurer needs.
- You review the quote and decide. Coverage starts only after the insurer accepts your application and confirms it.
Ways to compare your options
You can go whichever direction suits you. None of these commits you to buying.
- Ask a licensed agent. Send a request or call 888-387-3687.
- See other insurers our agency can quote for similar coverage. Kelly Klee, Jewelers Mutual.
Who Collectibles Insurance Services is
Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC (CIS) calls itself "a Managing General Agent for member companies." It's part of Global Indemnity, the same group behind the VacantExpress program. CIS says it has insured collectibles "since 1966."
It uses assumed names in some states. In Michigan, it's Collectibles Insurance Agency Services, LLC. In New York, it's Collectibles Services Insurance Agency, LLC. Its California license number is OH-14993.
CIS doesn't state a headquarters. Its mailing address is P.O. Box 1146, Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.
Who issues CIS policies, and how CIS fits into Global Indemnity
CIS names three Global Indemnity insurers:
- United National Insurance Company.
- Penn-Patriot Insurance Company.
- Penn-Star Insurance Company.
CIS quotes a group rating of "A" (Excellent) from AM Best. It gives no rating date. We didn't check the rating on AM Best's own site.
The insurer named on your policy, not CIS, is the one that carries the risk. Check which of the three it is.
CIS isn't Global Indemnity's only program. The VacantExpress vacant-property program is another. Both quote the same group rating of "A" (Excellent) from AM Best, and neither gives a date for it.
CIS describes itself as a managing general agent "for member companies." An MGA typically acts under authority from the insurers it represents. The insurer that issues your policy is the one that owes you coverage.
If you check a license, look under all of CIS's names. Its Michigan and New York filings use assumed names that differ from the main company name.
What CIS covers
CIS insures collections of many kinds. Its site lists comics, sports cards, trading cards, art, coins, stamps, toys, firearms, sneakers, video games and wine, among others. It also offers dealer coverage for people who sell collectibles.
Optional coverages include:
- Transit coverage, for items being shipped or carried.
- Storage-facility coverage.
- An automatic monthly increase in value.
CIS covers collections at "any scheduled location in the United States." It doesn't publish a state-by-state list.
How CIS sells
You can buy from CIS directly. It takes quotes online, by phone and by email. Agents can also place coverage through an agent portal. And CIS runs a dealer program.
CIS pages show a Beckett co-branding logo. We didn't review that page, so we can't describe the arrangement.
We couldn't verify any CIS news from 2024 to 2026.
Buying direct can be quick for a simple collection. If you also have homeowners or business coverage through an agent, it can help to have that agent review the CIS policy too. They can spot gaps or overlaps between the two.
Why a separate collectibles policy can help
A homeowners or renters policy may limit coverage for some valuables. It may also pay based on a value that doesn't keep up with a collection's market. A dedicated collectibles policy is built around the collection itself.
CIS's automatic monthly increase in value is meant for collections that gain value over time. Its transit and storage options help when items leave your home, such as for a show or a grading service.
Dealers face different risks than collectors. If you sell, ask about dealer coverage rather than a collector's policy.
What to check before you buy CIS
- The insurer. Find which of the three companies is on your policy.
- How values are set. Ask how a loss is valued and what proof you'll need.
- Your locations. Coverage applies at scheduled locations. List every place you keep items.
- Transit and storage. Add them if items travel or sit off-site.
- Collector or dealer. Choose the right policy for how you use the collection.
- Records. Keep photos, receipts and grading certificates.
Sources for the sections above: Collectibles Insurance Services: FAQ (2025); VacantExpress Highlights flyer (Global Indemnity program) (company flyer on a third-party host).
How to verify an insurer or agency
Before buying through any website or app, confirm who is selling you the policy and who will issue it:
- Find the licensed agency or insurer named in the site's footer, terms, or license page.
- Look up the agency or producer on your state insurance department's license search, or through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
- Look up the insurer on your state insurance department's company search to confirm it is authorized in your state.
- Save the insurer's name and policy number once issued, since that is who handles claims.
A legitimate service will make this information easy to find. Be cautious if you cannot identify the licensed entity.
What an independent agency does
An independent insurance agency is licensed to sell policies from several insurance companies. Instead of quoting one company's products, an independent agent can compare options from the insurers the agency represents, explain the differences in coverage, and help you re-shop at renewal. The insurance company, not the agent, makes underwriting and claim decisions.
Blake Insurance Group is an independent agency. We work with clients by phone, email, and online in states where we are licensed, and we will tell you which insurers we can quote for your situation.
Questions to ask before you buy
- Which insurer issues the policy, and is it licensed in my state?
- What are the limits and deductibles, and what’s excluded?
- Which discounts were applied, and which ones weren’t?
- How do I report a claim, and is there a 24-hour line?
- What happens if I miss a payment, and is there a grace period?
- Can I get the full quote, including all fees, in writing before I pay?
Sources for the sections above: NAIC: Consumer Insurance Search; National Insurance Producer Registry.
Collectibles Insurance Services FAQs
Can Blake Insurance Group quote Collectibles Insurance Services?
Yes. Our agency currently has access to quote Collectibles Insurance Services for the coverage types and states listed on this page. Access can change, and Collectibles Insurance Services decides whether to offer a policy.
Which states can you quote Collectibles Insurance Services in?
Of the 24 states where we are licensed, we can currently quote Collectibles Insurance Services in AZ, AL, TX, CA, NY, OH, FL, NC, VA, GA, OK, NM, IA, KS, MI, NE, SC, SD, WV, IL, NJ, PA, TN, WA. Availability differs by coverage type, as the table shows.
Does a quote request start coverage?
No. Coverage begins only after the insurer accepts your application and confirms it.
Can I compare Collectibles Insurance Services with other insurers?
Yes. As an independent agency we can look at other insurers we have access to for the same coverage, where they are available in your state.
Important information
Independent agency. Blake Insurance Group LLC is an independent insurance agency. The coverage types and states on this page reflect our agency access as checked in November 2026 and can change. Collectibles Insurance Services decides eligibility, pricing and whether to issue a policy.
Trademarks. Collectibles Insurance Services and other company names are trademarks of their owners. This page is not published or endorsed by Collectibles Insurance Services.
Availability. Coverage, prices, discounts and eligibility vary by insurer, state and applicant, and are subject to underwriting. The issued policy controls. A quote request does not bind or change coverage.
Your next step
Send a request and a licensed agent will check Collectibles Insurance Services and other options available to you.