Rare Antique German Beer Stein Kegel 1 Liter Pottery etched 1.0L inlaid lid Approx. 8 inch tall, weighs just under 3 pounds empty.Design attributed to O. Hupp. Text:“Wer nie mit einer vollen Maass auf einem Münchner Keller sass,der weiss nicht was vor anderen Völkern der Liebe Gott Bayern gab.”(He who has never sat in a Munich cellar with a full liter of beer,doesn’t know what God gave to Bavarians in preference to other people.) Missing finger holder piece on top of hinge. Created as the coat-of-arms or archival seal of Munich in 1239, the centrally depicted Münchner Kindl (Munich Child) has evolved from a hooded monk standing in front of Munich’s gate to a charming child and symbol of the city beer stein collection From New York City estate Villeroy and Boch Metlach Germany

Used: Cleaned and inspected for sale. Body is in very good condition with normal wear for age. No chips or cracks to body, base, or rim. Hinge and strap are tight and operate as intended.