There has never been a better time to invest in rare stamps - or to become one of Stanley Gibbons' expanding network of Overseas Agents promoting rare stamp investment portfolios.
Here are some of the reasons that make rare stamps such an attractive investment:
- Consistent and sustained growth in rare stamp values over 30 years
- Worldwide collector base (estimated at almost 50 million collectors) and a global market underpinning prices
- Demand exceeding a growing scarcity in supply of classic items - leading to an increase in prices
- Stanley Gibbons GB Rarities Index up by almost 150% in 11 years
- A proven investment product - rated 4th best investment commodity over 80 year period in a survey by Salomon Brothers investment bank
- Growth in interest from developing countries such as Brazil, Russia, India and China as high net-worth individuals enter the market
- Recent auction realisations exceeding current catalogue valuations show the strength of the market
The growth in the market is highlighted by the growth in the value of portfolios under management by Stanley Gibbons Ltd. We now have over £20 million under management compared to £3 million just 4 years ago.
Agents are remunerated by commission based on the value of each portfolio sold, plus top up sales. Additional commission can be earned by sourcing material for sale at Stanley Gibbons' prestige philatelic auctions in London. Earnings of £100,000 per annum are achievable.
Agents are fully supported by the Stanley Gibbons Investment Department. Full assistance is given with marketing material, presentations, sample portfolios, stamp selection, exit strategies, secure storage, insurance, regular newsletters and advice.
We are happy to talk to your client before or after a sale is made and provide ongoing advice and valuations. We can be contacted by telephone, fax, email or via the web. We can also provide investment portfolios for autographs (we are Europe's largest dealer).
Stanley Gibbons' specialises in stamps from Great Britain and the British Commonwealth, as well as rare autographs and memorabilia. Agents are particularly sought in English speaking territories or those with a large 'expat' community.
If you are a high calibre individual or firm, (perhaps from the financial services sector) with excellent contacts to high net-worth individuals, we would like to hear from you.
Please email an up to date personal profile and career/business history to Phillip Dawe, Director, at pdawe@stanleygibbons.co.uk All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Full references will be taken up.
Alternatively, if you know of anyone who may be suitable, please let us have their details and we will be pleased to contact them. We will be delighted to give you a FREE copy of the new Part 1 or Concise catalogue for any successful recommendations via this route.
Don't delay. Contact Stanley Gibbons today for the opportunity to sell a first class investment product backed by 30 years of rising prices and a world famous brand.