The word "collector" has its roots in classical Latin. It comes from the term "collectio", meaning "gathering" or "the act of collecting," itself derived from the verb "colligere" (com: together, and legere: to gather or choose). Initially, it referred to the act of bringing elements together into a coherent whole.
Organized by Geneva Collections, the Swiss platform dedicated to antiques and collectibles, in collaboration with the Battolo family—a cornerstone of Geneva’s antiquarian scene—this event invites visitors on a timeless journey.
Silver, element 47 on the periodic table, has long been cherished for its lustrous beauty and versatility, becoming an integral part of human history, notably as jewelry, tableware and coinage.
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