Bullet Spitzer 1888 issue Cupro Nickel, 1888

Historical information

Pre WW1
and WW1
1888 onwards

Significance

Used before WW1 by the French Army and used continuously through the Boer War (African Campaign) and into WW1 1914-1918.

Physical description

1 x 1888 issue Spitzer bullet 8 x 50mm R. Lebel Model Cupro Nickel lead core. Inscription on the bottom CAG V1 8 17.

Inscriptions & markings

CAG V1 8 17.

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