Bear Stearns 2008
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30-DAY RETURNS
Printing & Framing
All pieces are kept in original dimensions and printed on a custom fine art paper specially developed to match the texture of the original certificate. Prints are mounted behind a premium "passe-partout" mat that adds to the visual appeal of the piece. This is a stunning method of framing and the preferred choice of most artists and galleries for this size of prints.
Our premium frames are available in black, white, natural oak, and natural wenge. Each frame is handcrafted from premium, FSC-certified hardwood and glazed with museum-grade protective acrylic glass to ensure longevity. All pieces arrive with pre-installed hanging hardware for easy installation. Frames feature an elegant 0.6" (15mm) profile and measure 18.5" x 13.8" (47cm x 35cm).
Shipping & Returns
Our pieces are made to order and assembled by hand, so please allow a few days for us to complete your order. You'll receive a shipping confirmation with tracking details from us as soon as your order has shipped.
All orders are shipped using premium couriers to ensure speedy and careful delivery. Please see approximate delivery times below. If you'd like a more precise estimate, please reach out and we'll be happy to help you.
Standard delivery: 3 to 5 business days
Express delivery: 1 to 2 business days
We offer a 30-day return policy on all standard orders. If you'd like to make a return, or if your piece arrives in anything other than perfect condition, please let us know, and we will repair or replace the piece! Unfortunately, we are unable to accept returns of personalized items.
Bear Stearns Co., Inc.
The Bear Stearns Companies, Inc. was a New York-based global investment bank, securities trading and brokerage firm that failed in 2008 as part of the global financial crisis and recession and was subsequently sold to JPMorgan Chase. The company's main business areas before its failure were capital markets, investment banking, wealth management, and global clearing services, and it was heavily involved in the subprime mortgage crisis.
In the years leading up to the failure, Bear Stearns was heavily involved in securitization and issued large amounts of asset-backed securities which were, in the case of mortgages, pioneered by Lewis Ranieri, "the father of mortgage securities". As investor losses mounted in those markets in 2006 and 2007, the company actually increased its exposure, especially to the mortgage-backed assets that were central to the subprime mortgage crisis. In March 2008, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York provided an emergency loan to try to avert a sudden collapse of the company. The company could not be saved, however, and was sold to JPMorgan Chase for $10 per share, a price far below its pre-crisis 52-week high of $133.20 per share, but not as low as the $2 per share originally agreed upon by Bear Stearns and JPMorgan Chase.
The collapse of the company was a prelude to the risk management meltdown of the investment banking industry in the United States and elsewhere that culminated in September 2008, and the subsequent global financial crisis of 2008–2009. In January 2010, JPMorgan ceased using the Bear Stearns name.
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True to the Original.
Our reproduction experts utilize cutting-edge technology to make sure each print looks exactly like the original certificate. This includes a custom fine art paper specially developed to match the texture of the original certificates so you can enjoy the vintage charm of these rare pieces without the hefty price tag or the hassle of auction.
Built to Last a Lifetime.
We visited every corner of the print world in search of the highest quality materials and stopped at nothing to create the best framed product on the market. Reproduced by leading reproduction experts, printed on fine art paper using premium pigment inks, and framed by hand, the result is a museum-grade product guaranteed to last for more than 50 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, we sell museum-grade reproductions ("prints") so you can access these historic designs without the hefty price tag or the hassle of auction.
Yes, we offer a personalization service that allows you to add your name to our historic pieces. All customizations are printed in the exact style and position of the original, ensuring your personalized certificate retains its authentic vintage appearance. Check out our Personalizable Collection for customizable prints.
Yes, we offer progressive volume discounts on all orders of more than one item. Simply add the desired number of products to your cart to automatically activate the applicable discount or check out our popular Office Bundles.
For collaborations and orders of 10+ items, please get in touch through our Contact Page to learn about our Trade Program and access bulk pricing.
Yes, we don’t include invoices or any indication of price in our packaging. Each item is packed in branded materials with a quality certificate and logo stickers for a premium unboxing experience that makes our pieces very suitable as gifts.
