Bank of Italy Building (San Francisco)

The Bank of Italy Building, also known as the Clay-Montgomery Building, is a historic landmark in San Francisco, California, recognized for its role as the headquarters of A. P. Giannini's Bank of Italy, which later became the Bank of America. Constructed in 1908 after the devastating 1906 earthquake, this eight-story structure features a striking granite and terra-cotta facade, with an opulent interior adorned in white marble and gold leaf. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1978, the building showcases the evolution of retail banking in the early 20th century and continues to house a luxury retail store, blending history with modern commerce.