ITALY Sterling Silver 1905 MedalWear Necklace

The capture of Rome , also known as the breach of Porta Pia , was the episode of the Risorgimento which sanctioned the annexation of Rome to the Kingdom of Italy .It took place on September 20, 1870 , decreed the end of the Papal State as a historical-political entity and was a moment of profound revolution in the management of temporal power by the popes. The following year the capital of Italy was transferred from Florence to Rome (law 3 February 1871, n. 33). The anniversary of September 20 was a national holiday until 1930, when it was abolished following the signing of the Lateran Pacts.

Select your Neckchain style and length, and either sterling silver, gold plated, copper plated at the time of your MedalWear selection. The chain comes with your purchase and our shipping is Always Free!