King of Italy from 1861 to 1878 (1820–1878) who oversaw the country’s unification, becoming the first ruler of a united Italy since the 6th century. Manuscript DS, in Italian, one page, 9.75 x 14.5, September 6, 1874. Untranslated document, signed at the conclusion in black ink, “Vittorio Emmanuele.” In very good condition, with light toning and soiling, chipping to the left edge, a pencil notation to the upper left, a few scattered spots of blue ink, and some mirroring of ink from a different document once laid on top. RRAuction COA.