Beer stein collectors glossary compiled by gary kirsner. When the first beer steins were being produced, their future collectibility likely wasnt being considered by those who produced them. Collecting beer steins stein collectors international. While many character steins are made of porcelain, there are also other important materials. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Bark covering most of it with a buck in the center with leaves and acorns decorating it. Tettnanger kronen bier ceramic beer stein germany kronenbier barware mug. Brewerygems history illustrated histories of over 60 western breweries.
It is believed by some that the hinged lid was implemented during the. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information by kirsner, gary january 1, 2000 hardcover 3rd at. In 1880, electric light illuminated more than 400 booths and tents. The making of beer steins since 1945 has taken on many changes. Regensburg steins typically featured his image throughout the 1800s, and on page 169 of the beer stein book a 400 year history you can see three different variations from later in the 1800s. The cookie settings on this website are set to allow all cookies to give you the very best experience. Illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information kirsner, gary, gruhl, jim on. Regimental steins of the kaisers cavalry collector bookstore. A brief history of steins and collecting information. Beer stein or simply stein, is an english term for either traditional beer mugs made out of stoneware, or specifically ornamental beer mugs that are usually sold as souvenirs or collectibles. The most comprehensive book on beer steins i know, and an absolute must for any collector, is the beer stein book. Beer stein germany with tin eagle half litre beer stein with lid and german eagle from tin.
Beer stein book a 400 year history price guide v3 german. Two beautiful blond and brunette girls of oktoberfest beer stein. Beer stein millennium years od history no 11269 avon. The term we ameri cans know as stein stems from this definition. This stunning ceramic beer stein celebrates the 500 year anniversary 1516 2016 of the german purity law or reinheitsgebot, which states only barley, hops and water can be used in beer. Gary kirsner books list of books by author gary kirsner. A 400 year history by gary kirsner 1999, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Comes with two books titled, german military steins and the beer stein book authored by gary kirsner. Beer steins made of this material have been referred to as.
It is filled to the brim with information regarding mettlach. Antique german beer steins by terry hurley collector and antique store owner the earliest antique german beer steins date to the fourteenth century, a time when earthenware was being improved, germany was making new and improved brews and europe was ravaged with the bubonic plague. Kirsner, gary, the beer stein book, 1999, glentiques ltd. Steinlager supports the americas cup challenge in san diego with kz1 aka the big boat. Mettlach id book antique german beer steins vases marks. This is a musthave book for beer stein collectors, one of the largest and most comprehensive. Together we will complete the worlds best resource library for collectors. Beer stein filled with beer beverage can two beautiful blond and brunette girls of oktoberfest beer stein. New listing c1900 reinhold merkelbach antique beer stein 6. While produced in a number of different materials, steins have been made in germany for more than 600 years in a hard, vit rified ceramic material called stoneware german. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information gary kirsner on. The beer stein book a 400 year history, by gary kirsner and jim gruhl. It took roughly 400 years after the first steins were produced before stein collecting began to take off.
A collectors guidehardcover the official collectors guide to anheuserbusch steins volume twopaperback. Antique beer steins, stein catalog photo library, share your. A brief history of the beer stein the history of the beer stein can be traced back to the time of the black plague. History of german steins informational pages the history of beer steins is related to the origins of beer. Isolated on white background close up of fresh cold bavarian beer, 1 liter of beer, glass mug, beer stein. Mettlach has been produced by the villeroy and boch company for years, and this book includes over 3000 illustrated items, many in. Steinlager is judged the best from a lineup of 32 international brews in a competition in melbourne. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information 9781889591001 by kirsner, gary and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Beer stein book, in budweiser beer stein book, the beer stein book a 400 year history, and the beer stein book by gary kirsner, and, in the queasy, a unerasable collectible beer stein book of headtohead lambis. Hundreds of steins are shown and priced, with an emphasis on steins dating from the 1800s and up, although many pre 1800 steins are shown also.
That small 31word passage in an obscure proclamation, crafted at the height of. Apr 22, 2016 celebrating 500 years of germans beer purity law. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information by kirsner, gary and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information kirsner, gary on. This unique german potters region has been creating beer steins for centuries and is famous among the collectors as the original german beer stein producer. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors informationhardcover the stein book.
German 500 year anniversary beer purity law german beer stein with pewter beer brewer figure lid. Looking for the perfect beer stein souvenir from the germany pavilion. This is alternately beer stein book, it is the beer stein book a 400 year history. Hundreds of steins are shown in clear photos with information concerning there material, dates of.
This reference studies the regimental stains of germany, from the late 1800s. Beer stein is the english word for either a traditional beer mug made out of stoneware or specifically ones with reliefornaments which are sold as souvenir or collectibles. Beer stein article introduction to glass steins beer stein library. The character stein deserves special note because it is so distinctive. The untold story of canadas 300 year old brewing industry paperback by. Read the beer stein book illustrated catalog current prices collectors information pdf free. Reference book the beer stein book a 400 year history by gary kirsner 1990. Historical themed beer steins german ceramic beer steins. Origins of the beer beer dates back to to ancient times. German stein collecting books catalog for the german beer stein collector we have a selection of musthave books and reference materials on collecting beer steins and mugs. How beer steins are produced, a beersteinsinternational factory tour on how german beer steins are produced.
Student societies also used elaborately decorated beer steins to strengthen the bonds of friendship. Steinlager is the official beer for the world expo 1988 held in brisbane, australia. Other names for german beer steins and what they mean. A brief history of beer steins, an article from a collectors website, taken from the beer stein book. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information at. Aug 20, 2012 beloved beer stein tells a story a beer stein that once decorated a hotel in the heights neighborhood near bethlehem steel is now in the possession of local historian lee weidner. Antique regensburg westerwald stoneware historismus beer.
Apostelkrug a stoutshaped stein with the apostles in relief around its body. German beer stein collectors weekly my father was given this stein in the early 1920s by a german friend. Beer stein article the practical side of stein collecting. A great fire caused a 50year lapse in the production of steins. Date codes are introduced on steinlager bottles to ensure. Beer stein price guide v3 german lidded pewter mettlach. Beer stein, or simply stein, is an english term for either traditional beer mugs made. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, thelmanewman. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collector s. Other sites of interest to stein collectors, antique collectors, beer drinkers, lovers of german food. Stein repairs david harr professional pewter restoration. Browse the best of ebay, connect with other collectors, and explore the history behind your favorite finds. The item youve selected was not added to your cart.
Used first for health reasons, the beer stein quickly became more than just a mug with a lid. In german, the word stein means stone and is not used to refer to a beverage container such steins may be made out of stoneware, pewter, porcelain, or even silver, wood or. Glass steins dating from the 1530s and 1540s are known. There are other names for german beer steins and what they mean has become an interesting topic as of late. Even the most novice or casual collector of german beer steins will have occasion. Beer stein is marked on the back of the stein near the handle 1957. This book covers the history of steins from the 1500s to date. The beer stein book, a 400 year history, 3rd edition by gary kirsner. Regimental steins of the kaisers cavalry german beer steins by. Beloved beer stein tells a story hellertown, pa patch. Beer stein catalogs of new and old german beer steins and. The original incarnation of this mainstay was the yard of ale.
Beer stein stock photos download 4,099 royalty free photos. Great numbers of german stoneware steins were brought to canada and the. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, gary kirsner. The etymology of the word is either from stein krug meaning stone. No results for 400 year kirsner similar to 400 year kirsner on ebay. Illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information.
For the german beer stein collector we have a selection of musthave books and reference materials on collecting beer steins and mugs. One such collector is jack lowenstein, who lives in kingston, n. A group of three beer steins and two stein books featuring two german steins and one irish stein. Gilt text on front faded, medallion torn a bit in the corner. Hundreds of steins are shown and priced, with an emphasis on. Pewter and various other kinds of ceramic round out the character stein materials that are occasionally encountered. The etymology of the word is either from stein krug meaning stone jugmug or from steingut meaning stone goods. Tankard would be more technically appropriate than stein. Get the perfect gift for your german beer drinking bookworm. Illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information by kirsner, gary, gruhl, jim and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. By common usage, however, stein has come to mean any beer container regardless of its material or size that has a hinged lid and a handle.
This was a long, tapered tube of glass, with a bulb blown at one end. Beer steins mettlach steins the fascination of beer steins or tankards has a long history dating back for centuries. If you are looking for a particular stein, need advice, or want to sell a stein or collection, contact us and we may be able to help you. Get the best deals on collectible german lidded steins when you shop the. In german, the word stein means stone and is not used to refer to a beverage. Beer stein book a 400 year history price guide v3 german lidded pewter mettlach. A piece of history on each german beer stein, hand painted on eartheware by stein masters. The sumerian civilization 5000 bc had developed agricultural skills in the region of the tigris and euphrates rivers and used to cultivate barley. A history of the beer boot and german glassware an iconic german creation is the famous boot of beer or beer boot. Gary kirsner this is a musthave book for beer stein collectors, one of the largest and most comprehensive. Illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors informationhardcover antique steins. A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information. Because of the ready materials clay to make pottery and ceramics, steins in particular, germany was prolific with stein manufacturers.
Germany, steins, drinkware, steins, breweriana, beer. Collectors information a 400 year history by jim gruhl and gary kirsner 1990, hardcover 6 product ratings 4. This device could then be filled with beer and used as a drinking vessel. Celebrating 500 years of germans beer purity law history. Prior to wwi the stein and porcelain industry in europe was second to none. Allegory the representation of incidents, scenes, or characters in a way that evokes a dual interest, providing both aesthetic enjoyment and a deeper intellectual interpretation. The word stein is a shortened form of steinzeugkrug, which is german for stoneware jug or tankard. The easiest is the german word bierkrug which is translated to english as beer mug. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.