The 1814 Treaty of Paris Peace, A bronzed metal snuff box commemorating the visit to England of King Frederick William III of Prussia. Probably Thomas Halliday. Lid with Laureate Head Right, 'Frederick William III King of Prussia'. Base 'HOSPES/ BRITANNIARUM/ MDCCCXIV'. Banded edge. A Souvenir of the Allied Sovereigns Visit to England in June 1814.
Following the Treaties of Fontainebleau and Paris, along with the abdication and exile of Napoleon Bonaparte, celebrations were held across Europe at the return of peace. In June 1814, the Prince Regent (later George IV) hosted Tsar Alexander I of Russia and King Frederick William III of Prussia in London where he entertained them at Carlton House. The arrival of the Russian Tsar and Prussian King was met with great rejoicing and people lined the streets to see the processions through the capital.
Approximate weight is 60 grams.
Approximate dimensions are 5.3 cm diameter and 1.5 cm height.
In good, patinated, condition.
