3 Via Monte di Pietà
Milano
Lombardia
20121
IT
The Museum of History, ‘Ca’ de sass”, so called on account of the large stones projecting from its exterior walls, is housed in a small building on 11 Via Andegari, which is also the mam office of the Cassa di Risparmio delle Provincie Lombarde.
Among the most interesting exhibits are the first 12 silver and copper coins deposited in the bank back in 1823. and the documents concerning some important loans, such as the one made to Victor Emanuel II, King of Italy.
The museum can be visited upon request: (from 9-12 midday and 2-5 except Saturdays). Entrance free For visits contact the Ufficio Pubbliche Relazioni – Propaganda.
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