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bond certificate issued by the Kingdom of Italy related to the Tiber River regulation works. Here is a detailed description:
Document Details:
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Issuer:
- Kingdom of Italy, General Directorate of Public Debt.
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Purpose of the issuance:
- Financing the Tiber River regulation works to prevent floods in Rome and surrounding areas.
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Bond Characteristics:
- Nominal capital of 500 Lire.
- Coupon with an interest rate of 5% per annum.
- Issued as part of the third and fourth series of bonds for the Tiber River works, as stipulated by the Royal Decrees of 1894 and 1895.
- The date of enjoyment is set for January 1, 1896.
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Coupons:
- On the left side, there are detachable coupons for the payment of interest, with semi-annual maturities on January 1st and July 1st of each year.
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Stamps and Annotations:
- Various marks and validation stamps, including a cancellation stamp indicating that the bond has been redeemed.
- Stamps indicating transactions carried out at the office in Palermo.
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Design and Decorations:
- Decorative border with elaborate motifs and symbols of the Kingdom of Italy, including the royal coat of arms.
- Typical layout of financial documents of the era, featuring both graphic and textual elements.
Historical Context:
This certificate is part of the public works program of the Kingdom of Italy at the end of the 19th century, aimed at improving the urban infrastructure of Rome and preventing the frequent flooding of the Tiber River. The bonds issued were intended to raise funds to finance these projects, offering subscribers a guaranteed return.
