March 26, 2026

We are pleased to announce our next sales will present the first part of the Tomasini Collections of Classic Great Britain and Sicily, including some outstanding philatelic treasures not seen for over six decades. 

Formed in the decades following the Second World War, the Tomasini Collections stand among the most rigorously constructed bodies of classic philately of their time. Assembled by Mario Tomasini, one of the leading philatelic figures of his generation, they reflect a lifetime devoted to scholarship, precision and an uncompromising pursuit of quality. After remaining out of public view for more than sixty years, the collections now re-emerge, consisting of material shaped by a philosophy rooted in method, discrimination and coherence that continues to define the highest standards of collecting.

Beyond its celebrated masterpieces, the Tomasini Collections present a carefully selected body of material accessible to the committed collector. Each item, regardless of importance, was chosen according to the same uncompromising standards that defined Mario Tomasini’s approach.

As a result, the auction presents opportunities across a wide spectrum. Estimates range from £60 to £600’000, offering both an entry point into a legendary provenance and the chance to acquire true philatelic landmarks. Whether modest or monumental, every lot bears the unmistakable imprint of Mario Tomasini’s collecting quality.

Thursday, March 26
14:00 The Tomasini Collection of Classic Great Britain – Part I – GBP
17:00 The Tomasini Collection of Classic Sicily – Part I – CHF