ABOUT ME
I am an Italian artist, born and based in Rome, who has been working in numismatics for over fifteen years with a sculptural and narrative approach. Since 2010, I have been signing coins and ingots for a wide range of international clients.
My experience has grown through creative and professional bonds, and training in designs where visual clarity and storytelling are carefully balanced. International awards and recognitions have accompanied my work over time. In 2025, my 50 Euro Vatican Gold 2024 received the Best Gold Coin Award at the ANA World Fair of Money, recognizing its artistic and technical qualities.
I collaborate as a freelance artist with state mints and private companies worldwide. My designs have been featured on the coinage of numerous countries, and starting in 2026, my work will appear on all new circulating Luxembourg Euro coins, becoming part of everyday use across Europe.
My practice bridges tradition and innovation through elegant and thoughtful design, and is grounded in a collaborative approach with clients, often leading to long-term professional relationships.
I am an Italian freelance artist born and based in Rome, with over fifteen years of experience in numismatics. Since 2010, I have been signing coins and ingots for a wide range of international clients, training in designs that balance visual clarity and storytelling. International awards have accompanied my work over time. In 2025, my 50 Euro Vatican Gold 2024 received the Best Gold Coin Award, recognizing its artistic and technical qualities. Thanks to collaborations with state mints and private companies, my designs have been featured on coins from numerous countries, and starting in 2026, my work will appear on the new circulating Luxembourg Euro coins, becoming part of everyday use across Europe.
MY WAY OF WORKING
I guide my clients through the entire artistic process for their desired product, from the design concept to the execution of the model, in four clear steps:
1. Briefing & Client Dialogue
It all begins with an in-depth discussion to understand the customer’s goals, target, and technical requirements.
2. Research & Concept Development
I immerse myself in the chosen theme, exploring historical and symbolic references, and develop early sketches that express the core ideas and visual direction.
3. Design Refinement & Approval
Through discussion with the client, I refine the preliminary proposals and define the final artistic solution, balancing aesthetics and narrative clarity.
4. Sculpting & Modeling
I hand-sculpt the selected design and produce either a physical plaster model or turn it into an STL digital file, ensuring a lively relief with a unique artistic imprint.
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WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“Chiara Principe has designed several coins for Power Coin and working with her is simple and pleasant. Chiara puts passion in all creative phases and thanks to her talent the result has always exceeded expectations.
Chiara is not only an important partner of Power Coin, but first of all she is a friend who is always welcome to our company.”
“The Philatelic and Numismatic Office of the Republic of San Marino has been collaborating for several years with the artist Chiara Principe and appreciates in a particular way her whimsicality, attention to detail and dynamism of the compositions.”
“The Vatican City State Mint has entrusted the creation of many coins to the artist Chiara Principe in the last decade. Of her works we appreciate above all the expressive freshness and great versatility with which over the years she has successfully addressed the most varied themes.”
“The Banque centrale du Luxembourg has collaborated with Chiara Principe since 2023, and she consistently captures our expectations with remarkable accuracy. Her proposals are always relevant, creative, and rich in symbolism. The collaboration process is smooth, responsive, and rigorous, with a true attention to detail.”
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