1870 - 1871 Franco-Prussian War Metal Snuff Box. The Silvered Cover with Arms & Armour in Relief.
The war, also known as The War of France, was fought between the Second French Empire and the North German Federation, led by the Kingdom of Prussia. Lasting from July 1870 until January 1871. France mobilised its army on 15th July 1870, declaring war the following day.
A series of hard fought Prussian and German victories in eastern France resulted in the capture of the French Emperor Napoleon III and the decisive defeat of the army of the Second Empire. A Government of National Defence was formed in Paris on 4 September and continued the war for another five months. German forces fought and defeated new French armies in northern France, then besieged Paris for over four months before it fell on 28 January 1871, effectively ending the war.
The war hastened German Unification and altered the balance of power in Europe.
In excellent condition with moderate surface wear commensurate with age.
Approximate dimensions are 6.2 cm length, 3.2 cm width and 1.2 cm depth.
Approximate weight is 41 grams.