Jugendstil beer steins are from the Art Nouveau period of Germany, which lasted from 1900 to the 1920s. The rarest of steins date from the 16th to the middle of the 19th century.Īntique steins from the mid-19th to early-20th centuries are more common but still rare. A broad generalization of some time periods into which steins can be classified (but by no means exhaustive) are: The varieties of antique German beer steins can often be assigned to different periods of history.
To start with assessing the value of a beer stein, many collectible beer steins will have the date of the stein printed on the metal lid or stamped on the bottom of the ceramic beer mug. As might be expected, older steins have a higher value than newer beer mugs. The value of a German beer stein often depends on its age. Oktoberfest beer steins are commonly available in 0.5 L and 1 L sizes. Steins are typically available in sizes of.25 liters.5 liters.75 liters, and 1 liter. Most of the time, ornate handcrafted beer steins are made of stoneware ceramics. Most of the steins made in Germany are fabricated using the following materials: earthenware, ceramics, silver, crystal, glass, porcelain, pewter, creamware, and wood. Popular brands are Zoller and Born, King Werks, Hofbrauhaus, E.H.G., Thewalt, Essence of Europe Gifts, and Rastal, to mention just a few. "Stein gut," which means "stone goods," and "Stein Krug," meaning "stone mug."Īuthentic German-branded beer steins come in many shapes and sizes. The origin of the German word "stein" has variations in meaning. In essence, a beer stein is a large mug or tankard that holds beer. Now, people the world over are well aware of steins and want in on the action. But it wasn't just German beer drinkers enjoying the famous German tradition of beer being poured into steins at an Oktoberfest party. Collectors find that collectible beer mugs hold their value and are willing to invest money in purchasing beer mugs to add to their beer stein collection.Īlthough the art of German-branded steins and beer dates back to the Middle Ages, Germans took their love for beer to taverns, festivals, and beer gardens and complemented this with steins and tankards.
There is still a vibrant community of stein collectors around the world, highlighting that the value of the German beer mugs has not become obsolete. Collecting German Beer Steins remains a popular pastime to this day ranging from museum curators to casual collectors who are looking for a German gift idea.
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