From the coinage of ancient Greece to the aurei of Republican and Imperial Rome, from the refined Byzantine issues to the great Italian mints, and onward to the coins of modern Europe and the Americas, the auction offers a journey of remarkable chronological and geographical breadth.

It is an itinerary in which coins emerge not merely as instruments of exchange, but also as expressions of power, symbols of sovereignty, and precious witnesses to the political and cultural transformations of different eras. One of the catalogue’s most distinctive features is the presence of important collections, which provide a comprehensive overview of some of the most fascinating chapters in monetary history.

Particular prominence is given to collections of Byzantine gold coins, issues of the Kingdoms of Naples and Sicily, coinage of the House of Savoy and the Papal States, alongside a significant selection of coins from the Spanish Empire and Latin America. Gold is one of the principal highlights of the sale, featuring Roman aurei, Byzantine solidi, a number of Renaissance ducats, prestigious Neapolitan issues, and significant coinage from the Kingdom of Italy.

Alongside highly sought-after specimens, the catalogue includes exceptionally rare coins, previously unpublished minting trials, and pieces associated with pivotal episodes in European history, from revolutions to uprisings. The first four sessions, scheduled for 10 and 11 November, will be devoted to ancient, Italian, and foreign coins. The session on 12 November will instead focus on medals, featuring the fourth instalment of the “Medals & Popes” collection, which includes Italian, foreign, and papal medals, papal bullae, and sede vacante medals.

Completing the offering is an important bibliographical section from the Mario Raviola Library and other private collections, featuring seminal works for the study of numismatics.