Title: 18th Century Prussian Brass & Copper "Iserlohn" Tobacco Box – King Frederick the Great / Seven Years' War (c. 1757-1760) Description: An authentic, highly collectible 18th-century German/Prussian brass and copper tobacco box (also known as an Iserlohner Tabaksdose), commemorating King Frederick II of Prussia (Frederick the Great) and his famous military triumphs. This historic box features an oblong design with rounded ends. It is constructed with pressed/embossed brass plates for the lid and base, connected via an intact hinge to a solid copper main body wall. • The Lid: Features a beautifully embossed profile portrait of a young Frederick the Great in full uniform, wearing a laurel wreath. Above the portrait are allegorical figures (Victory and Justice). Below the portrait, it bears the Latin inscription: "FRIDERICUS MAGNUS BORUSSORUM REX" (Frederick the Great, King of the Prussians). At the bottom, the Prussian crowned eagle is proudly displayed. • The Base: Features detailed relief medallions representing major battles and victories from the Seven Years' War (including Prague / "PRAG", Reichenberg, and Torgau). It includes a poetic German propaganda verse honoring the King's tactical genius. • Maker/Origin: Produced in the famous metalworking town of Iserlohn, Westphalia (Germany). The style and execution are highly characteristic of the master engraver Johann Heinrich Giese or Johann Heinrich Hamer, who held the royal monopoly for these propaganda boxes during the war. Dimensions: • Length: Approx. 15.5 cm – 16 cm • Width: Approx. 4.5 cm – 5 cm • Height: Approx. 3 cm Condition: Very good antique condition matching its age (over 260 years old). The embossed details and inscriptions remain clear and highly legible. Intact hinge mechanism, opens and closes properly. Shows a gorgeous natural aged patina on both the brass and copper surfaces with expected light surface wear and minor scuffs inside. No major dents or repairs. A spectacular, museum-grade piece of European military and cultural history, perfect for any serious collector of militaria, tobacco antiques, or Prussian history.