Lowest ever trading spreads increasing your returns Rare Signatures Capital Protected Growth Plan Dear {~FirstName~} {~LastName~} Today I’m willing to make you a fantastic offer…
It’s everything you get in a Capital Protected Growth Plan, but better. If you are not already familiar with our Capital Protected Growth Plan, please follow the link below to view the full terms and conditions:
Click here to read terms and conditions of Capital Protected Growth Plan Now here’s the twist… The market in rare signatures and memorabilia is less mature than the rare stamp market. There are more opportunities in less mature markets to buy at higher discounts to market value - not always, but sometimes. This is our expertise – identifying value passed over or missed by others in the market. The item will always be worth what we sell it for, it’s just that we bought it for less than it's worth. That’s how we make a profit! I want to pass on the benefit of our buying efficiencies to you by dramatically reducing our trading spread charged on exit. That means you get a much bigger share of the profit. We normally charge a commission of 30% on your profit when you sell. This only applies if you choose the option to instruct Stanley Gibbons to sell the items in your portfolio in the market. For a limited subscription period, (strictly closing on 30 June 2010), I am willing to reduce this commission on exit from 30% to 10%.
Let me illustrate how much difference that can make to your overall returns with a typical £20,000 investment:
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Normal |
Special limited offer |
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Rare stamp |
Rare signatures |
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CPGP |
CPGP |
| Initial investment |
£20,000 |
£20,000 |
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| Assumed growth in portfolio per annum |
12% |
12% |
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Assumed investment value at end of
5-year term |
£32,000 |
£32,000 |
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| Profit on investment |
£12,000 |
£12,000 |
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| SG commission (30%/10%) |
-£3,600 |
-£1,200 |
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| Your net profit |
£8,400 |
£10,800 |
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Net disposal proceeds returned to you
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£28,400 |
£30,800 |
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| Your total % return |
42% |
54% |
| Average annual % return |
8.4% |
10.8% |
As you can see, in this example, your returns would increase by £2,400. Your total 5-year return increases from 42% to 54%, (or an extra 2.4% per annum). We are confident enough in the future of the rare signatures market to make this offer. Remember, even if prices go down during your investment term, we will still return your capital to you in full. We provide you full capital protection. Current trends in the market for signatures The growth in prices of rare signatures over the past 12 years has been broadly similar to that witnessed for rare stamps. In some cases though, prices have grown by much more… For example, take a signed photo of the crew of the Apollo 11 flight, (Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins). In 1998, we were selling these for £1,750. Today we sell them for between £9,500 and £12,500, depending on condition. Even taking the lower figure of £9,500, that represents a growth of 443% in 12 years (or 37% per annum). This is not an isolated case. The fact is the market for rare signatures is very much an immature niche market. In many cases, prices started at relatively low levels. In recent years, we have witnessed a growing appreciation of value in this market, which looks set to continue. There are still many areas in the signatures market where prices are low compared to other classes of collectibles. For example, I am personally building a collection of signed sketches and limited edition prints by famous artists such as Picasso, Renoir, Salvador Dali, etc. I am still able to pick these up for a few thousand pounds. This seems ludicrous to me when you consider the prices works of art by the same artists sell for and just how attractive these pieces are to own.
Here’s a few examples of what I’m talking about:
Click here to view samples of artist prints and sketches Rare signatures are beginning to catch the eye of the ultra rich, particularly in the Far East and Middle East. We can say this from personal experience as a number of our recent new clients recruited have come from this part of the world. These clients seem passionate about what they are buying and really see this as a tangible asset to treasure and with great investment potential. We are also seeing a number of new big collectors from the Far East bidding at auction. This has started to push prices up in the market. Just recently, we have received some significant private equity interest in the market for historical documents. We are currently working on a few of these transactions which, if they go ahead, will reduce supply as important pieces are tied up in a fund.
My Top Tip to make easy money in the signatures market It’s obvious, but few people do it… We know what happens to the prices of a celebrity’s signature when that person dies. Signed photos of Michael Jackson sold for less than £100 before his death. They now regularly retail around the world for £1,000. That’s more than 10 times more! But we can’t predict who will die prematurely. It is a bit of a morbid game, in any case. What I do recommend though, is that you purchase those people who are making a difference to the world today during their lifetimes. These are tomorrow’s legends. In my opinion, buying future legends during their lifetime is a sure bet. You can’t really go wrong. Prices always rise after someone dies as it puts a cap on the number of signatures in the market. Some examples I would recommend include, Muhammad Ali, Margaret Thatcher and Queen Elizabeth II. To maximise returns, you should only buy pieces that can be associated clearly with the legend’s achievements, in quality condition. For example, a signed photo of Margaret Thatcher during her time as prime minister looking like the “Iron Lady” will prove of long term value more than one of her at a charity function years after her retirement. With this approach, the strategy is to buy and hold for the long term to enjoy exceptional returns.
Fraser’s 100 Autograph Index Bloomberg lists the index tracking this investment. The Fraser’s 100 Autograph Index reports the prices of 100 of the most sought after autographs in the world. It includes personalities from a range of collecting fields such as royalty, art, music, sport, historical figures and film stars.
The index shows growth of 290% over the past 12 years, giving a compound average annual increase of 12%.
Click here to view constituents of Fraser's 100 Autograph index Prices remain affordable, even when considering growth in the market over the past 12 years. For example, you could still own a historical letter of excellent quality signed by Napoleon Bonaparte for only £4,500. Limited Time Offer at lower trading spread I must restrict subscriptions to my special low trading spread Capital Protected Growth Plan, so you will need to respond promptly if you want in. The offer strictly closes on 30 June 2010, when we will revert to our normal commission charges of 30%. To subscribe to the Capital Protected Growth Plan, with a special lower rate of 10% commission on profits, please complete the online subscription form below, providing your details and total value you would like to invest. Alternatively, e-mail me at mhall@stanleygibbons.co.uk to place your order.
Click here to subscribe to Special 10% Commission Rare Signatures Capital Protected Growth Plan
Once you have completed the form, sit back and relax. You will soon own a fascinating collection comprising important figures from our history. The real potential for quality investment returns is clear. You also know that your worse case scenario is getting your money back in 5 years time.
It’s a one way bet.