Name: Pewter Stein
SKU: 363050

Pewter Stein

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Pewter stein with elaborately decorated with German cityscapes, scrolling, and statues. Images are labeled "Schillerplatz", "Rheinbrueke", Keiser-denkmel", and marked "Hoefer" at bottom of body. Also featuring a shield with the abbreviation "V.C.M. 1902." Rim has gothic script writing in what we assume to be German that reads approximately as follows: "Gewiomel von Koimernden." Bottom stamped with maker's mark. As a result of the bubonic plaque and several invasions of flies throughout Europe, Germany established several laws in the early 16th century requiring all food and beverage containers be covered. By combining a lid, hinge, and thumb lift, these "German" containers could easily be opened and closed with one hand. Steins became very popular, and many different types of designs and decorations were artistically applied to them. Many stein-decorating styles and techniques were developed over the centuries, offering further diversity to this creative, historical, artistic, and ever-evolving gift item.

PERIOD: Early 20th Century

ORIGIN: Germany, Europe

SIZE: 5"T x 3"W