Shopping Cart
There are no more items in your cart
Fonderie Poccardi, founded in 1906 in Turin, represents a significant example of the Italian metallurgical industry at the beginning of the 20th century. Specializing in metalworking and the production of industrial components, the company contributed to the economic development of Piedmont, a region emerging as one of the country's major industrial hubs. The company was established by Baricco deed on April 23, 1906, and registered with the Civil and Penal Court of Turin. The company was set to operate until May 31, 1956, with an initial capital of 2,000,000 lire, fully paid up and divided into 40,000 shares of 50 lire each.
Historical Data of the Company
| Historical Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Year of Establishment | April 23, 1906 |
| Headquarters | Turin, Italy |
| Initial Capital | Lire 2,000,000 |
| Duration of the Company | Until May 31, 1956 |
| Number of Shares | 40,000 shares |
| Nominal Value of Shares | Lire 50 per share |
Certificate Data
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Nominal Value | One Share |
| Issue Date | December 1, 1906 |
| Holder's Name | Not specified |
| Place of Issue | Turin, Italy |
| Graphics and Design | Depiction of a worker pouring molten metal, along with the portrait of the founder, dominant colors blue and gold |
| Printed by | Soc. An. Ital. Industrie Grafiche, Turin |
| Typographic Elements | Official stamps, signatures of administrators, stylized floral ornaments |
Historical Context
The issuance of this share certificate took place during a period of significant industrial activity in Italy, particularly in Turin, which was emerging as the heart of the country's automotive and mechanical industries. Foundries were essential in providing the necessary components for this rapidly growing sector, and Fonderie Poccardi played a key role in this context. The illustration on the certificate, depicting a worker during the metal pouring process, embodies the spirit of labor and innovation that characterized the company.
Artistic and Typographic Details
The certificate is an example of high-quality graphic and artistic design, featuring elements that are both classic and symbolic. The portrait of the founder in the upper left corner, along with the depiction of the worker, is framed by stylized floral motifs, representing fertility and growth. The dominant colors, blue and gold, symbolize stability and value, respectively.
Provenance and Authenticity
This share certificate from Fonderie Poccardi comes from a private collection and represents a rare example of early 20th-century corporate documentation. An official certificate of authenticity with a detailed historical registry can be requested via email at info@scripo.it.
Valuation and Rarity
This certificate is considered rare and of great historical value, both for its graphic beauty and its significance in the context of Italian industrial history. Its well-preserved condition and the richness of its artistic details further increase its value for collectors.
Collecting and the Importance of Scripophily
Collecting historical documents, known as scripophily, offers a unique way to explore the economic and industrial history of a country. These certificates are not just financial documents but true pieces of history that can be displayed as art or used as unique gifts. To best preserve these certificates, it is advisable to store them in frames with anti-reflective glass or in albums specifically designed for scripophily.
All historical documents for sale are considered collectibles. The documents have no economic or financial value (no economic or financial value), images that are not the historical document are representative of the object of the company and the historical period of reference and are not provided but can be freely downloaded from the website and printed.
