Vintage German Beer Stein with Pewter Lid
Updated September 22, 2026
| Lot number | 363 |
| Estimate | 800.00 - 1,400.00 USD |
| Auction | Exclusive Auction SALE – Fine Jewelry, Rolex, Art & More |
| Date | October 1, 2026 at 8:59 PM PDT |
| Auction house | A&B Gemological Services |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
ABV1100 <br> <br>This piece is a traditional German beer stein, combining ceramic craftsmanship with a decorative metal lid—often collected as both drinkware and souvenir art. <br> <br>Description: <br> <br>A classic lidded beer stein made from glazed ceramic, featuring a warm amber-brown body with darker blue accents and a textured, foamy motif near the top. The front showcases a detailed, full-color medallion depicting a historic town scene labeled “Rothenburg o.d. Tauber” in Rothenburg ob der Tauber—a well-known medieval town in Germany famous for its preserved architecture. <br> <br>The stein is fitted with an ornate pewter lid, hinged at the handle and topped with a decorative finial. The lid includes embossed patterns, adding a refined, old-world touch. The handle is sturdy and ergonomically shaped, with a thumb lift mechanism for opening the lid. <br>Key Details: <br>Type: Lidded beer stein (Bierkrug) <br>Origin: Germany <br>Material: Glazed ceramic body with pewter lid <br>Design: Hand-painted or transfer-decorated town scene <br>Color palette: Amber brown, cream, navy blue, and multicolor illustration <br>Lid: Hinged metal lid with thumb lever and decorative top <br>Marking: “Germany” and “Rothenburg o.d. Tauber” on front <br> <br>About the Scene <br>Rothenburg ob der Tauber is one of Germany’s most iconic medieval towns, known for: <br>Half-timbered houses <br>Cobblestone streets <br>City walls and towers <br> <br>The imagery likely represents a stylized view of the town’s historic center, commonly used on souvenir steins. <br> <br>Measures approx. 3 x 2 inches
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