Many high net worth individuals are interested in diversifying their portfolios and investing in collectibles. A collectible is any physical asset that appreciates in value over time because it is rare or desired by many. Stamps, coins, fine art, antiques, books, and wine are examples of collectibles. Where does the financial advisor or investment manager for these high net worth individuals go to learn about these investments? There is no comprehensive resource from the financial standpoint--until now. Dr Stephen Satchell of Trinity College, Cambridge, has developed a book in which experts in various types of collectibles analyze the financial aspects of investing in these collectibles. Chapters address issues such as: liquidity challenges, tax ramifications, appreciation timelines, the challenge of forecasting and measuring appreciation, and the psychological component of collecting and the role of emotion in collectible investing.

Part One General Themes
1. The Role of High Net Worth Investment Managers in Collectible Investing for Their Clients
2. The Neuropsychology of the Collector
3. Collecting and Behavioral Finance
4. Collecting as Luxura Consumption: Effects on Individuals and Households
Part Two Major Collectibles Related to Investing
5. An Overview of the Art Market
6. Art as a Financial Investment
7. Art Investing and Wealth Accumulation
8. Investing in Rare Books
9. Maps as Collectibles
10. Collecting and Investing in Stamps
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