Italy - Document - Regno di Sardegna - Autografo Carlo Alberto di Savoia Re di Sardegna, di Cipro e di - 1839

Rare original document on watermarked paper, bearing the letterhead of Charles Albert of Savoy, King of Sardinia, Cyprus and Jerusalem. The document, dated Turin, March 1, 1839, bears the Sovereign’s handwritten signature (“C. Alberto”).
With a wax seal.
Historical content:
Recipient: Davide Reina, engineer assigned to the Public Works Department for Bridges and Roads in Sardinia.
Reason: Recognition of his excellent qualities, knowledge, steadfast dedication to his duties, and strong desire to serve the King.
Subject of the decree: Appointment of Davide Reina to the rank of Captain of Infantry, with all the honors, authority and privileges, and the right to wear the army uniform.
Measures 26.5 × 42 cm.

Period original. Excellent condition, with browning in the center.
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