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The Nine-Year Treasury Bond with Prizes, issued by the General Directorate of the Treasury of the Kingdom of Italy, was part of the seventh series of government bonds issued in 1926. The certificate in question had a nominal capital of 50,000 lire, with a maturity date of May 15, 1934. This type of bond guaranteed an annual interest and participation in a prize lottery, aimed at encouraging citizens to invest in public debt.
The bond was exempt from taxes and represented a way to support public finances during a period of economic stabilization after the turbulent years following World War I. With a high nominal value for the time, the bond was primarily aimed at investors with a certain economic standing.
The document indicates the issuance date of June 16, 1926, and specifies that the beneficiary of the bond is De Angelis Raffaele Alfonso. After the bond was redeemed, it was marked as "Rimborsato" (Redeemed), indicating the repayment of the capital.
Historical Context
In 1926, Italy was under the fascist regime led by Benito Mussolini, and the government was seeking to stabilize the economy through debt consolidation policies and strengthening the banking system. The country, having emerged from World War I with severe economic difficulties, was trying to recover by implementing reforms in various sectors, including industry and infrastructure.
The Nine-Year Treasury Bond with Prizes was a financial tool used to attract capital from the public to fund state expenses, including the modernization of the country. The prize aspect attached to the bond, introduced to stimulate investor interest, was an effective solution for raising funds and reducing dependence on foreign loans.
