This book features a wealth of knowledge about beer steins and is the most detailed book ever written on this subject. It is valuable to the beginner as well as the experienced collector. 2700 beer steins illustrated, including 238 steins in color. Chapters cover Faience, Glass, Character, Regimental, Porcelain, Early Stoneware, Pottery, Pewter, Brewery, Art Nouveau, Mettlach, and non-Mettlach etched, as well as Unusual Materials, including Silver, Ivory and Wood. Also chapters devoted to Military, Occupational, Modern Brewery, and Modern Era steins. History, factory marks and production information.

Author: Gary Kirsner

Edition: 3rd

ISBN: 1-889591-00-9

Hardcover, 384 pages with 32 color pages

Dimensions: 8.5" x 11"

Shipping weight: 3 lbs

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